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GENERAL INTEREST: TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLEWAY SUNSET SPECIAL
Posted on 2:51 pm | 1 Comment1 November – 29 February An annual summer sunset special where cableway prices are half price. Last ride down 8pm Venue: Table Mountain Cableway, Tafelberg Rd, Cape Town Return Ticket Cost (after 6pm): R 97.50 (Kids 4 – 17 R 47.50)
LIFESTYLE: WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2011
Posted on 1:14 pm | No Comments7 December – 7 March The annual exhibition which showcases talent from the very best aspiring amateurs and established professional photographers the world over. Venue: Iziko SA Museum, 25 Victoria...
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 9:52 am | No Comments7 Februrary Full Moon. Moon rise: 19:17
GENERAL INTEREST: OPENING OF PARLIAMENT
Posted on 12:31 pm | No Comments9 February The annual opening of Parliament sees politicians and dignitaries converging on Cape Town to hear the State of the Nation address and consider more than twenty bills for 2012, including the infamous Protection of Information Bill. Venue: Parliament, Plein St, Cape Town Time: tbc Cost: Free
MUSIC: ROCKABYE BABY BENEFIT CONCERT
Posted on 11:51 am | No Comments10 February SA rock star Arno Carstens headlines alongside the Blues Broers at an evening in aid of the children of Nazareth House. Comedian Paul Snodgrass comperes. Dress: glam rock Venue: Fairhill Farm, Charnwood Avenue, Steenberg, Tokai Time: 7pm Cost: R 800 (R 1400 for couples. Cost includes Mexican-themed dinner and wines)
GENERAL INTEREST: EVOLUTION OF GALAXIES
Posted on 12:13 pm | No Comments11 February Dr. Sarah Blyth, lecturer in the Department of Astronomy at the University of Cape Town, discusses the formation of galaxies. A tour of the venue and stargazing are available after the talk. Venue: SA Astronomical Observatory, Observatory Rd, Observatory Time: 8pm Cost: Free
VALENTINE’S DAY: SUNSET HIKE
Posted on 12:50 pm | No Comments14 February A 10km with views out over the winelands to Table Mountain. Bring a jacket, torch, hiking shoes, picnic. Start Venue: Dirtopia Trail Centre, Delvera Farm, R44 between Stellenbosch & Klapmuts. Time: 6pm Cost: R 50 (incl. permit and glass of bubbly)
MUSIC: JAZZ ON THE ROCKS
Posted on 11:00 am | No Comments2 – 4 March An annual family-friendly outdoor festival of sun, sea and jazz with a stage built out over the rocks near the water’s edge, giving the best vantage...
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 10:40 pm | No Comments3 March A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
FESTIVAL: INFECTING THE CITY
Posted on 1:37 pm | 1 Comment5 – 10 March An annual public art performance festival bringing music, dance and performance into the streets of Cape Town. Celebrated local and international artists create artworks that unlock...
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 9:58 am | No Comments8 March Full moon. Moon rise: 19:00
SPORT: CAPE ARGUS
Posted on 11:15 am | No Comments11 March This annual event attracts 35 000 cyclists from all over the world to partake in a 110 km route around the peninsula. Start Time: 6am Cost: from R 300...
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: HUMAN RIGHTS DAY
Posted on 1:43 pm | No CommentsHuman Rights Day is a public holiday in South Africa.
MUSIC: CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
Posted on 11:00 am | No Comments30 – 31 March ‘Africa’s grandest gathering’ is a defining Cape town event, attracting over 33 000 people with over 40 local and international acts on 5 stages. Venue: Cape Town...
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 9:57 am | No Comments6 April Full moon. Moon rise: 18:09
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: GOOD FRIDAY
Posted on 10:57 am | No CommentsGood Friday is a public holiday in South Africa.
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 12:05 pm | No Comments7 April A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: FAMILY DAY
Posted on 2:27 pm | No CommentsThe Monday after Easter is a Public Holiday in South Africa.
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: FREEDOM DAY
Posted on 2:20 pm | No CommentsFreedom Day is a Public Holiday celebrated by South Africans.
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: WORKER’S DAY
Posted on 12:22 pm | No CommentsIn South Africa the 1st of May is a public holiday.
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 12:19 pm | No Comments5 May A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 10:09 am | No Comments6 May Full moon. Moon rise: 18:16
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 11:22 am | No Comments2 June A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 10:09 am | No Comments4 June Full moon. Moon rise: 17:55
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: YOUTH DAY
Posted on 2:45 pm | No CommentsYouth Day is a public holiday in South Africa.
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 11:30 am | No Comments30 June A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 8:10 pm | No Comments3 July Full moon. Moon rise: 17:45
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 10:50 pm | No Comments28 July A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 10:24 am | No Comments2 August Full moon. Moon rise: 18:45
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: NATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Posted on 2:47 pm | No CommentsWomen's Day is a national public holiday in South Africa.
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 9:23 am | No Comments31 August Full moon. Moon rise: 18:35
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 12:50 pm | No Comments1 September A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
GENERAL INTEREST: NEDERBURG WINE AUCTION
Posted on 2:12 pm | No Comments14 – 15 September A selection of more than 150 of South Africa’s finest wines from 18 official wine routes go under the hammer at this premier wine event. Venue:...
FILM: TRI CONTINENTAL HUMAN RIGHTS FILM FESTIVAL
Posted on 8:22 pm | No Comments16 - 23 September The 9th edition of this human rights festival once again promotes social justice with a selection of films that provide a platform for marginalized voices from around the world. Venue: Cinema Nouveau, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Time: Various Cost: R 37
GENERAL INTEREST: IZIKO MUSEUMS HERITAGE WEEK
Posted on 12:18 am | No Comments24 – 30 September tbc A national celebration includes film screenings, public talks and music performances. Venue: Iziko Museums around Cape Town Time: Various Cost: Free entry (except Castle of...
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: HERITAGE DAY
Posted on 3:06 pm | No CommentsHeritage Day is a public holiday in South Africa.
LIFESTYLE: TULBAGH HORSE & WILD FLOWER SHOW
Posted on 11:32 am | No Comments26 September to 30 October TBC The annual National Horse Championships are held in conjunction with a wildflower exhibition, where flowers are displayed in their natural state. Various art &...
LIFESTYLE: HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL
Posted on 12:34 pm | No Comments28 to 30 September The 21st annual festival of whale watching combined with arts, crafts and entertainment. Venue: Various locations in Hermanus Time: Various Cost: Various Tel: 028 313 0928 ...
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 11:24 am | No Comments30 September Full moon. Moon rise: 19:20
LIFESTYLE: BREEDEKLOOF OUTDOOR & WINE FESTIVAL
Posted on 1:14 pm | No Comments5 - 7 October TBC A local celebration with food and wine, live music, archery, clay pigeon shooting, a mountain bike challenge and a night run. Children's activities include pony rides and face painting. Venue: Breedekloof Wine Valley (Rawsonville/Worcester) Time: Various Cost: R 45 TBC
LIFESTYLE: OKTOBER BIERFEST
Posted on 12:06 pm | 1 Comment5 – 7 October TBC A recreation of the Munich beer festival complete with Frauleins, Bavarian treats and an Oompah band. Venue: Newlands Brewery Village Green, 3 Main Rd, Newlands Time: Fri 2.30pm –...
LIFESTYLE: SHIRAZ & ARTS WEEKEND
Posted on 10:38 am | 5 Comments6 & 7 October TBC The Riebeeck Valley hosts an intimate weekend of food and wine combined with live shows and art. Venue: Various throughout Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West ...
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 1:15 pm | No Comments27 October A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 10:00 pm | No Comments29 October Full moon. Moon rise: 19:04
GENERAL INTEREST: MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
Posted on 1:15 pm | No Comments24 November A public initiative to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Muizenberg beach. Drums and musical instruments welcome. Venue: meet at Knead Bakery, Surfer's Corner, Beach Rd, Muizenberg Time: 6pm for 6.15pm
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 10:00 pm | No Comments28 November Full moon. Moon rise: 19:39
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: DAY OF RECONCILIATION
Posted on 2:58 pm | No CommentsThe Day of Reconciliation is a public holiday in South Africa.
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: CHRISTMAS DAY
Posted on 3:13 pm | No CommentsChristmas Day is celebrated in South Africa.
PUBLIC HOLIDAY: DAY OF GOODWILL
Posted on 3:19 pm | No CommentsThe Day of Goodwill is celebrated after Christmas Day in South Africa.
GENERAL INTEREST: FULL MOON
Posted on 10:37 am | No Comments28 December Full moon. Moon rise: 19:57
