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KIDS: OUT THE BOX – FAMILY FESTIVAL
Posted on 10:23 am | 1 Comment3 – 11 September The annual Out the Box Festival of Puppetry offers a special selection of experiences for children, with interactive and artistic workshops and local and international performances....
SUNDAYS: BLAAUWKLIPPEN FAMILY MARKET
Posted on 11:16 am | No CommentsSundays Picnic baskets are welcome at this market with arts, crafts, clothing, organic food, live music and kids entertainment. Venue: Blaauwklippen Vineyards, R44 between Stellenbosch and Somerset West. Cost: Free...
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...
LIFESTYLE: HANEPOOT PICKING AT DE KRANS
Posted on 3:29 pm | No Comments8 February – 3 March Pick sweet Hanepoot grapes at De Krans Wine Cellar during this month. Vygieshof Home for the Aged offers lunch time Braaivleis meals on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Venue: De Krans Wine Cellar, Route 62, Calitzdorp Time: 8am – 5pm on weekdays, 9am – 3pm on Saturdays
KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER CONCERT: BACK TO THE CROSSROADS
Posted on 10:09 am | No Comments12 February The international act at Kirstenbosch this year is a US blues collective featuring some industry stalwarts such as Jimmy Thomas, Michael Roach and Sam Smith - all blues stars in their own right. Venue: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Newlands, Cape Town Time: 5.50pm - 7pm (gates open @4pm) Cost: R 100
MUSIC: THE PARLOTONES AT D’ARIA
Posted on 11:50 am | No Comments12 February Pack a picnic basket and sip some wine as The Parlotones rock D’Aria Wine Cellar for a pre-Valentines day sunset concert. Venue: D’Aria, Ravecourse Rd, Durbanville Time: Gates open 12.30pm, concert to start at 6pm
KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER CONCERT: TAXI VIOLENCE / MACHINERI
Posted on 9:51 am | No Comments19 February Retro rock meets machine blues at the popular outdoor venue. Venue: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Newlands, Cape Town Time: 5pm (gates open @4pm) Cost: R 80
MUSIC: DE WAAL PARK SUMMER CONCERT
Posted on 2:11 pm | No Comments19 February Multi-layered African-Ska band, the Rudimentals perform. Venue: De Waal Park, Molteno St, Cape Town Time: 3pm Cost: Free
LIFESTYLE: CONSTANTIA WALDORF NIGHT MARKET
Posted on 1:14 pm | 1 Comment24 February Over 120 indoor and outdoor stalls offering food and crafts, as well as live music from an open-air-stage. Entertainment for children includes swings, roundabouts and games. Alcohol not...
FESTIVAL: ROBERTSON HANDS ON HARVEST
Posted on 11:16 am | No Comments24 – 26 February A choice of individual events across the many wine farms of Robertson, Montagu, McGregor, Ashton and Bonnievale, with grape-picking, bunch sorting, grape-stomping, wine-tasting, farmers market, boat...
FESTIVAL: DARLING CELLARS CRUSH DAY
Posted on 2:15 pm | No Comments25 February This popular harvest festival includes a breakfast, a label design competition, picking and crushing your own grapes, and a bottle of wine 8 – 10 months later. Venue: Darling Cellars, R315 Mamre Weg Station, Darling Time: 7am – 4pm Cost: includes goodies; R220 adults/R150 teenagers/R80 for children 12 and under
MUSIC: HOT WATER AND CAPE BRAAI
Posted on 4:02 pm | No Comments25 February The South African folk, blues, rock and indie-pop band performs. Venue: Solms Delta, Delta Rd, off R45, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek Valley Time: 7pm – 9.30pm Cost: R 195 (incl. Cape style buffet braai)
LIFESTYLE: GRANDE PROVENCE HARVEST FESTIVAL
Posted on 11:16 am | No Comments25 February Winemaker Jaco Marais leads an educational event for families, budding vinters and wine aficionados with a tractor ride, grape picking, a tour, tasting, stomping, live music and games. Venue: Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Main Rd, Franschhoek Time: 9am Cost: R 290 (price incl. light breakfast, braai lunch and a bottle of wine) (R 130 kids <12)
FESTIVAL: SPIER HARVEST FESTIVAL
Posted on 1:59 pm | No Comments25 February Spier celebrates its annual grape harvest with wine, food, interactive games, face painting and vineyard tours and more. Venue: Spier Wine Estate, R310, Stellenbosch Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: R70
LIFESTYLE: NEDERBURG HARVEST DAY
Posted on 11:30 am | No Comments25 February Twilight grape-picking under expert tutelage followed by a picnic dinner with music from popular South African instrumental group Sterling EQ. Venue: Nederburg Wine Farm, Sonstraal Rd, Paarl Time: 4.30 for 5pm to late Cost: R 200 (incl. wine cocktail, canapés, picnic dinner and wine. R 65 kids < 12)
LIFESTYLE: JAZZ ON THE ROCKS
Posted on 10:37 am | No Comments2 - 4 March The annual outdoor music festival in the West Coast is headlined by international pianist/singer Joe McBride. Local acts include Claire Phillips, Allou April and Alistair Izobell. Venue: Tieties Baai, Cape Columbine Nature Reserve, Paternoster Time: from 8.30pm on Fri to 2pm on Sun Cost: R 165
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...
FESTIVAL: WOORDFEES
Posted on 2:47 pm | No Comments2 – 11 March Stellenbosch’s annual Woordfees presents a range of entertaining out-door events. Slenterfees, an outdoor arts festival on the Neethlingshof estate, which includes a braai demonstration by Jack Parow and a bird watching session with TV Presentre Dave Pepler. A range of picnic concerts hosted by Kyk-NET are headlining Koos Kombuis, James Grace, Kurt Darren, Chris Chamelion and more. Arrive early to ensure parking. Venue: Neethlingshof, Polkadraai Road, Stellenbosch Time: Various Cost: R250/R90/R60
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
LIFESTYLE: GRAPE STOMP FESTIVAL & ANTIQUE AUCTION
Posted on 12:21 pm | No Comments3 March An annual event to celebrate the end of harvest season with an antiques auction and grape stomping. Kids activities and family challenges. Venue: Manley Wine Lodge, Main Winterhoek Rd, Tulbagh Time: 9.30am Cost: R 20 (incl. wine glass and wine tasting) (kids free)
MUSIC: DE WAAL PARK SUMMER CONCERT
Posted on 1:27 pm | No Comments4 March International Jazz and pop star, singer and actor Ike Moritz performs. Venue: De Waal Park, Molteno St, Cape Town Time: 3pm Cost: Free
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...
KIDS: SANDCASTLE COMPETITION
Posted on 2:14 pm | No Comments10 March The annual event with children, families, and corporate teams competing to build the most creative and impressive sandcastle. In aid of the Valley Pre-Primary Sonwabile Fund. Venue: Hout Bay Beach, Hout Bay Time: 8.30am to register Cost: R 30 (Kids R 15)
SPORT: CAPE ARGUS PICK ‘N’ PAY TRICYCLE AND JUNIOR TOUR
Posted on 10:41 am | No Comments10 March The kids version of the famous cycle race offers youngsters the opportunity to show off their skills with a 1,5km fun ride (2 – 6 yrs) and a 5km and 10km route (6 – 12 yrs). Venue: Youngsfield Military Base, Mian Rd, Wynberg Time: 1pm Cost: tbc
KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER CONCERT: GOLDFISH
Posted on 3:31 pm | No Comments11 March The hugely successful electronic duo combines live instruments with house beats. Venue: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Newlands, Cape Town Time: 5pm (gates open @4pm) Cost: R 100
LIFESTYLE: WELLINGTON WINE HARVEST FESTIVAL
Posted on 3:42 pm | 1 Comment17 & 18 March Celebrating the 6th annual festival in the SA Terrior Top Wine Area 2010 with outdoor activities, potjiekos competitions, grape stomping, cellar visits and more. Venue: Farms throughout Wellington Time: tbc Cost: various
FESTIVAL: CAPE TOWN CARNIVAL
Posted on 11:20 am | No Comments17 March The annual street party with costumed dancers, floats, and community performers. Venue: Long St, Cape Town Time: tbc Cost: Free
KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER CONCERT: FRESHLYGROUND
Posted on 3:17 pm | 1 Comment18 March The massively successful afro-pop, SAMA award-winning group entertains. Venue: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Newlands, Cape Town Time: 5pm (gates open @4pm) Cost: R 100
MUSIC: DE WAAL PARK SUMMER CONCERT
Posted on 2:43 pm | 1 Comment18 March Flamenco guitarist Saudiq Khan performs. Venue: De Waal Park, Molteno St, Cape Town Time: 3pm Cost: Free
MUSIC: JAZZ IN THE PARK
Posted on 3:19 pm | No Comments25 March An annual fundraising event for people with a physical disability. Picnic baskets welcome. Venue: Maynardville Open Air Theatre, cnr Wolfe Rd & Piers St, Wynberg Time: 2.30pm Cost: R 85
KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER CONCERT: HUGH MASEKELA
Posted on 3:03 pm | No Comments25 March The South African jazz trumpeter, flugelhornist, cornetist, composer and singer performs. Venue: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Newlands, Cape Town Time: 5pm (gates open @4pm) Cost: R 100
LIFESTYLE: CONSTANTIA WALDORF NIGHT MARKET
Posted on 3:00 pm | 1 Comment30 March Over 120 indoor and outdoor stalls offering food and crafts, as well as live music from an open-air-stage. Entertainment for children includes swings, roundabouts and games. Alcohol not...
KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER CONCERT: HOT WATER / WRESTLERISH
Posted on 10:15 am | No Comments1 April A combination of traditional SA music, folk, blues, rock and indie-pop. Venue: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Newlands, Cape Town Time: 5pm (gates open @4pm) Cost: R 80
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
THEATRE: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
Posted on 3:25 pm | No Comments10 – 21 April Shakespeare’s famous magical comedy is directed by award-winner Fred Abrahamse and features spectacular sets and costumes. Venue: Artscape Theatre, DF Malan St, Cape Town Time: Tues – Fri @ 10am, Thurs – Sat @ 8.15pm, Sun @ 3pm Cost: R 40
LIFESTYLE: SA CHEESE FESTIVAL
Posted on 3:40 pm | No Comments27 – 30 April The annual offering of a wide variety of cheeses with live entertainment. Venue: Sandringham Farm, Sandringham Rd, Stellenbosch Time: 10am Cost: R 110 ( R 90 pensioners and <12 Free) Tel: 021 975 4440 Email: cheese@agriexpo.co.za
LIFESTYLE: CONSTANTIA WALDORF NIGHT MARKET
Posted on 5:00 pm | 1 Comment27 April Over 120 indoor and outdoor stalls offering food and crafts, as well as live music from an open-air-stage. Entertainment for children includes swings, roundabouts and games. Alcohol not...
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
FESTIVAL: ROBERTSON WACKY WINE WEEKEND
Posted on 11:24 am | No Comments7 – 10 June The eighth annual event of wine-tasting, food-pairings, educational presentations and more. Venue: Robertson Wine Valley, Robertson Time: Various Cost: Various Tel: 023 626 3167 Email: mmounton@robertsonwinevalley.com...
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
KIDS: DISNEY ON ICE
Posted on 10:53 am | No Comments6 – 10 July Disney on Ice brings Worlds of Fantasy to South Africa for the first time, with appearances and high speed stunts from the Little Mermaid, the Toy Story gang and the Cars crew amongst others. Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre, 1 Lower Long St, Cape Town Time 11am and 3pm daily (7pm shows on 6, 7 & 10 July) Cost: R 150 – R 300
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
FESTIVAL: ROBERTSON SLOW WINE FESTIVAL
Posted on 11:32 am | No Comments10 – 12 August Home-cooked farm dinners, wine-tasting, long Fynbos walks and live music – a festival for wine and food lovers who enjoy taking their time. Venue: Throughout the...
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
FESTIVAL: EARTHDANCE
Posted on 4:41 pm | No Comments21 – 23 September tbc An annual event held simultaneously in 80 countries which unite together in the Prayer for Peace. Three stages (including one solar-powered stage featuring music from...
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 ...
LIFESTYLE: EMZANTSI CARNIVAL
Posted on 11:54 am | 1 Comment1 December The annual carnival procession on the Peninsula. Venue: Intersection of Kommetjie Rd and Ou Kaapse Weg, Sun Valley Time: 10am Cost: Free
LIFESTYLE: OBS ARTS FESTIVAL
Posted on 10:41 am | No Comments9 – 11 December The 16th annual festival offers acts from the South African National Circus School and music from aKING, Hot Water, aKING, Gazelle and more - line up tbc. Venue: Village Green, Observatory Time: 6pm Cost: free
