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SATURDAYS: NEIGHBOURGOODS MARKET
Posted on 3:05 pm | No CommentsHippy chic gathering of over 100 stalls of organic produce, wines and oils, flowers, clothes and crafts and jewellery in a large elegant warehouse. Lots of delicious things to eat...
WEDNESDAYS: MAVERICKS SENSUAL SUSHI XTRAVAGANZA
Posted on 3:49 pm | 1 CommentWednesdays Sushi served from the bodies of female models. New girls and new menu every week from Gino, one of Cape Town’s top sushi chefs. Venue: Mavericks, 68 Barrack St ...
FRIDAYS: BLUE BIRD FOOD AND GOODS MARKET
Posted on 3:52 pm | No CommentsA laid-back, friendly market offering handmade jewellery, photography, pottery, plants, furniture pieces, clothing, cakes and sweets. Kids play area available. Venue: 39 Albertyn Rd (off Main Road), Muizenberg Time: 3pm –...
MONDAYS: KIRSTENBOSCH GARDEN WALK
Posted on 12:37 pm | No CommentsA 90 min stroll through the Botanical Gardens with a guide. Time: 10am Cost: free (garden entrance applies) Guided tours for groups can be booked ahead at an extra R20...
FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS: BAY HARBOUR MARKET
Posted on 1:13 pm | 1 CommentLocal traders sell their products such as arts and crafts, food and drinks. Venue: 31 Harbour Rd, Hout Bay Times: Fridays 5pm - 10pm (in summer), Saturdays 9am - 5pm and Sundays 10am – 4pm Cost: Free
WEDNESDAYS: TOP CHEF IN ACTION
Posted on 12:48 pm | 1 CommentWednesdays Legendary chef Franck Dangereux demonstrates how to prepare three different dishes each week, selected from that day’s menu. Venue: The Foodbarn, Noordhoek Farm Village, Village Lane, Noordhoek Time: Opening hours:...
SATURDAYS: HORIZON COUNTRY MARKET
Posted on 1:55 pm | No CommentsAn outdoor market offering a selection of fresh produce as well as arts and crafts, books and novelty items. Venue: Cape Town Ostrich Ranch on the N7 towards Malmesbury Time:...
SATURDAYS: BOEREBRAAI
Posted on 1:43 pm | No CommentsAn outdoor traditional South African barbeque lunch with starters and dessert paired with Middelvlei Wines. Venue: Middelvlei Wine Estate, Flamingo St, Stellenbosch Time: 12 noon Cost: R 115 Tel: 021 883...
TUESDAYS: SACM CONCERTS
Posted on 10:33 am | No CommentsThe South African College of Music, founded in 1910, offers world class performances of African and Western Classical music, jazz and opera with occasional concerts at the weekends. Venue: Baxter Concert Hall, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time: 8.15pm Cost: R 65 – R 75
THURSDAYS: EARTH FAIR MARKET
Posted on 11:17 am | No CommentsAn indoor market selling a range of locally produced and artisan food products. Venue: St. Georges Mall in Cape Town’s city bowl (upper St Georges Mall, off Wale Street, opposite the...
FRIDAYS: KIRSTENBOSCH GARDEN WALK
Posted on 12:33 pm | No Comments90 min stroll through theBotanical Gardens with a guide. Time: 10am Cost: free (garden entrance applies) Guided tours for groups can be booked ahead at an extra R20 per person (minimum...
TUESDAYS: THEATRESPORTS
Posted on 11:12 am | No CommentsAlong the lines of ‘Whose Line is it Anyway’ this is improvised theatre. Two teams of actors play out a series of improvised games. No one knows what to expect...
THURSDAYS: JOKERS COMEDY CLUB
Posted on 3:08 pm | No CommentsCape Town's most popular touring comedy club hosted by Eugene Mathews is humouring Obs for a season. Line up includes Monique Horwitz, Barry Varkel, Dalin Oliver and Goldie. Venue: The Lounge, Lower Main Road, Observatory Time: 9pm Cost: R20
THURSDAYS: JOU MA SE COMEDY CLUB
Posted on 12:05 pm | 1 CommentPopular local comedian Kurt Schoonraad hosts other well-known comedians each week, as well as a couple of new faces. Venue: Players Cafe, The River Club. Cnr of Liesbeek Parkway and Observatory Rd,...
TUESDAYS: OPEN MIC EVENING
Posted on 3:45 pm | 7 CommentsAn opportunity for anyone and everyone to show off their talent. Venue: Obz Cafe, 115 Lower Main Rd Time: 8pm Cost: R 10 Tel: 021 448 5555 www.obzcafe.co.za
WEDNESDAYS: DRUM MANIA WORKSHOP
Posted on 11:20 am | No CommentsAn interactive Djembe drumming evening with instruction for beginners and performances by advanced players. Suitable for all levels. Venue: Tafelberg Restaurant & Bar, 6 Roodehek Terrace, Gardens Time: 8pm –...
THURSDAYS: JAZZ WITH JOHN RUSSELL
Posted on 12:23 pm | No CommentsThe guitar-led quartet plays classic swing and latin jazz. Venue: Cru Cafe, Somerset Rd, Cape Quarter Extension, De Waterkant, Greenpoint Time: 6pm Cost: free Tel: 021 418 6293 Email: info@thecrucafe.com www.thecrucafe.com
SATURDAYS: CONSTANTIA FINE FOOD AND WINE MARKET
Posted on 1:46 pm | 1 CommentA wide selection of locally sourced produce including artisan breads, handmade cheeses, confectionary, gourmet pastries and smoked fish. Venue: False Bay Rugby Club, Constantia Sports Grounds, Constantia Main Rd Time:...
MONDAYS: C.O.M.E.
Posted on 1:46 pm | No CommentsComedy On Monday Evenings features stand-up comedy from both new and experienced local comedians. Venue: Ragazzi Live Bar, 33 Long St Time: 8pm doors open
MONDAYS: THEATRESPORTS
Posted on 12:49 pm | No CommentsAlong the lines of ‘Whose Line is it Anyway’ this is improvised theatre. Two teams of actors play out a series of improvised games. No one knows what to expect...
FRIDAYS: SUNDOWNER SPECIALS
Posted on 1:59 pm | No Comments2-for-1 on selected sundowner drinks in the African-chic lounge. Afternoon tea and canapé menu available. Venue: Manor Bar, Hout Bay Manor, Baviaanskloof, off Main Rd, Hout Bay Time: 5pm – 7pm Cost: Free
THURSDAYS: BRAAI NIGHT
Posted on 11:38 am | No CommentsLive acoustic music accompanies a choice of braai meat. Venue: Cafe Roux, Noordhoek Farm Village, Village Lane, Noordhoek Time: 6pm Cost: from R 15 for chicken kebab to R 35...
TUESDAYS: JAZZ EVENING
Posted on 11:09 am | No CommentsHot and funky Capetonian jazz quintet, The Restless Natives, play hard bop jazz arrangements from the 50s & 60s. Venue: Asoka, 68 Kloof St Time: 9pm to 11pm Cost:...
SATURDAYS: PORTER ESTATE MARKET
Posted on 2:52 pm | No CommentsAn outdoor market with fresh produce to take home or eat on the spot. Venue: On the grounds of the Chrysalis Academy, Tokai Manor, Tokai Rd Time: 9am to 1pm...
WEDNESDAYS: KIRSTENBOSCH GARDEN WALK
Posted on 11:14 am | No CommentsA 90 min stroll through the Botanical Gardens with a guide. Time: 10am-11am Cost: free (garden entrance applies) Tel: 021 799 8783 www.sanbi.org.za
SATURDAYS: RONDEBOSCH VILLAGE MARKET
Posted on 1:37 pm | No CommentsA small outdoor market offering a variety of organic and biodynamic fresh produce as well as preserves, cheeses and hand-made goods. Venue: Outside Rondebosch Library, Hall Rd, Rondebosch Time: 7.30am...
SATURDAYS: FARMERS MARKET AT ‘PLACE DE BOSCHENDAL’
Posted on 3:22 pm | No CommentsA French-style weekly market in the courtyard of this historic wine farm, with stalls selling seasonal produce such as fruit, vegetables, artisan bread and pastries, coffee, fine oils and more. Dedicated kids area, croquet and boules for all the family. Picnics welcome. Venue: Boschendal Wine Estate, Le Rhone St, Groot Drakenstein Time: 9am – 5pm Cost: Free
THURSDAYS: AFROBEAT DRUMMING CIRCLE
Posted on 12:14 pm | No CommentsA passion for drumming brings people from diverse cultures together. Venue: The Palms, 145 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock , Cape Town Time: 7.30pm to 9.30pm Cost: R 80 (plus R 20 for drum hire)...
SATURDAYS: MONTAGU MARKET
Posted on 12:06 pm | No CommentsSaturdays A popular local market offering high quality food including tin plate breakfasts, juice squeezed on the spot and fresh baked bread as well as crafts and antiques. Venue: Euvrard...
SATURDAYS: HERMANUSPIETERSFONTEIN FOOD & WINE MARKET
Posted on 1:59 pm | No CommentsA variety of fresh produce. Breakfast or an early lunch can also be selected from a wide variety of food and enjoyed at tables with a glass or bottle of...
SATURDAYS: THE QUADRANT MARKET
Posted on 1:32 pm | No CommentsAn outdoor market offering fresh produce, gourmet food, seasonal items, boutique wine, plants and herbs, arts and crafts and designer clothing. Venue: Library Square at The Quadrant, Wilderness Rd, Claremont ...
MONDAYS: THE BARLEYCORN MUSIC CLUB
Posted on 1:06 pm | No CommentsStarted way back in the 70′s Cape Town’s oldest music club provides a stage for up-and-coming Cape Town talent. A proven springboard for the likes of David Kramer and Freshly...
THURSDAYS: DRAG NIGHT
Posted on 11:59 am | No CommentsDrag diva Fabulash performs renditions of raunchy songs including Sweet Transvestite and I Wanna be Evil. Venue: Beefcakes Burger Bar, Sovereign Bar, 40 Somerset Rd, Green Point Time: 9pm Cost: Free (donations...
FRIDAYS: FRENCH MARKET
Posted on 4:29 pm | No CommentsA range of cheeses, breads, pates and more.
TUESDAYS: KIRSTENBOSCH GARDEN WALK
Posted on 6:44 pm | No CommentsA 90 min stroll through the Botanical Gardens with a guide. Time: 10am & 11am Cost: free (garden entrance applies) Tel: 021 799 8783 www.sanbi.org.za
SATURDAYS: DRUMMING WORKSHOP
Posted on 3:13 pm | No CommentsLed by Township Music. Anyone of any age is invited to join in. Venue: Waterfront Craft Market & Wellness Centre Time: 1pm to 2pm Cost: free Tel: 021 408 7840
THURSDAYS: EARTH FOOD FAIR MARKET
Posted on 10:33 am | No CommentsThursday A new venue for a popular local outdoor market. Live music and organic produce including farm cheeses, free range meat, olives, olive oil, biltong, preserves, pâtés, bread and more. ...
TUESDAYS: QUIZ NIGHT
Posted on 2:09 pm | 1 CommentA quiz master challenges teams on general knowledge. Prizes to be won. Venue: The Toad, Noordhoek Farm Village, Noordhoek Time: 7.30pm- 10.30pm Cost: R 20 per person Tel: 021 789...
SATURDAYS: EARTH FAIR MARKET
Posted on 2:27 pm | No CommentsAn indoor market selling a range of locally produced and artisan food products. Venue: South Palms, Tokai Main Rd Time: 9am – 2pm Cost: Free Tel: 084 220 3856 Email: info@earthfairmarket.co.za...
SATURDAYS: COWBOY ACTION SHOOTING CLUB
Posted on 11:01 am | No CommentsSaturdays The Western Territory Rangers invite the public to join them as they dress up as cowboys and cowgirls and shoot replicas of the guns used in the 1850-1899 period....
SATURDAYS: THEATRE: ICONS AND AIKONAS
Posted on 1:40 pm | No CommentsPieter-Dirk Uys explores the funny of side of South African politics from A to Z – Apartheid to Zuma. Venue: Evita se Perron Theatre, Darling Time: 2pm Cost: R 110...
SATURDAYS: SEA POINT FOOD MARKET
Posted on 1:53 pm | 1 CommentAn organic food and craft market offering a variety of fresh produce and live entertainment. Venue: Tafelburg school, Main Rd, Sea Point Time: 9am – 3pm Cost: Free Tel: 072...
SATURDAYS: THE SKY TONIGHT
Posted on 2:01 pm | No CommentsAn Introduction to the current night sky and how to find the constellations and planets that are visible this month. Venue: Planetarium, top of Company’s Gardens / 25 Queen Victoria...
THURSDAYS: KIRSTENBOSCH GARDEN WALK
Posted on 12:10 pm | No Comments90 min stroll through the Botanical Gardens with a guide. Time: 10am Cost: free (garden entrance applies) Guided tours for groups can be booked ahead at an extra R20 per...
SATURDAYS: WILLOWBRIDGE SLOW MARKET
Posted on 2:17 pm | No CommentsLocal organic and natural goods only, with fresh produce and a fusion of gastronomic treats. Venue: Willowbridge Lifestyle Centre, 39 Carl Cronje Drive, Tygervalley Time: 9am – 3pm Cost: Free...
TUESDAYS: DOUBLE FEATURE AT THE PLANETARIUM
Posted on 11:09 am | No CommentsAn informative discussion on what’s to be seen in the sky this month is preceded by the show ‘Do the stars influence your life?’, a provocative examination of one of...
SATURDAYS: STELLENBOSCH SLOW MARKET
Posted on 2:20 pm | 1 CommentLocal organic and natural goods only, with other attractions including a jewellery maker’s stand, wine tastings, live entertainment and a picnic area. Venue: Oude Libertas Amphitheatre, Cnr Adam Tas &...
TUESDAYS: BITCHY BINGO NIGHT
Posted on 2:40 pm | No CommentsDrag queen Miss Lola Fine leads a fun evening of bingo with dancing and prizes to be won. Venue: Beefcakes Burger Bar, Sovereign Bar, 40 Somerset Rd, Green Point ...
WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS: SACM CONCERTS
Posted on 10:47 am | No CommentsWeekly performers classes and lunchtime concerts from students of the South African College of Music. Venue: Baxter Concert Hall, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time: Wed @ 2pm, Thurs @ 1pm Cost: free
WEDNESDAYS: SALSA DANCING
Posted on 11:35 am | No CommentsLearn and practice new moves under the beady eye of a professional. Venue: Buena Vista Social Cafe, 15 Alfred House, Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront Time: 8pm – 9pm Cost: R...
