Events

WHEEL OF EXCELLENCE
8 June - 15 January
A 50m observation wheel (similar to UK's London Eye) with 36 fully-enclosed cabins offering visitors a 20 minute round trip with panoramic views of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the surrounds. VIP cabins, including champagne and canapés, available on request.   Venue: Canal Site, opposite the Caltex garage, V&A Waterfront   Time: Sun - Thurs @ 11am - 8pm, Fri & Sun @ 11am - 10pm   Cost: R 80 
Tel: 021 408 7600   Email: info@waterfront.co.za
2010.waterfront.co.za

EXHIBITION: MANDELA
7 July - 31 December
An exploration of the extraordinary life of South Africa's most celebrated icon. Venue: Iziko Slave Lodge, cnr Adderley & Wale Sts   Time: Mon - Sat @ 10am - 5pm (closed on Christmas Day)   Cost: R 15
Tel. 021 461 3375   Email: wvandelen@iziko.org.za
www.iziko.org.za

ART: GHOEMA & GLITTER: NEW YEAR CARNIVAL IN CAPE TOWN
7 July - 31 January
A selection of works by film makers, photographers and artists who have been inspired by Cape Town's traditional New Year carnival. Venue: Iziko Good Hope Gallery, Castle of Good Hope [see map]  Time: daily @ 9.30am - 4pm   Cost: R 25
Tel: 021 464 1262   Email: kmooney@iziko.org.za
www.iziko.org.za

THEATRE: ELECTIONS AND ERECTIONS
7 August - 11 December
Pieter-Dirk Uys (aka Evita Bezuidenhout) celebrates the two issues that were illegal for most of his life in Apartheid South Africa: democracy and sex. Venue: Evita se Perron Theatre, Darling   Time: Saturdays @ 7pm   Cost: R 110
Tel: 022 492 3930   Email: bookings@evita.co.za
www.evita.co.za

STRAWBERRY PICKING SEASON
1 November - 1 January
A farm surrounded by vineyards with a scenic mountain backdrop... take your time. Venue: Mooiberg Farm, Off R44 towards Stellenbosch   Time: 8am - 6pm   Cost: charged per kilogram picked
Tel: 021 881 3222

TABLE MOUNTAIN SUMMER SUNSET SPECIAL
1 November - 28 February
Cableway tickets are half-price after 6pm. Valid on return tickets only.
www.tablemountain.net

THEATRE: EVITA
8 November - 8 January
A revival of the world-wide classic chronicling the life of Argentinean political leader Eva Perón.
Venue: Theatre on The Bay, Link St, Camps Bay   Time: Mon @ 7.30pm,  Tues - Sat @ 8pm, 5pm matinee on Sats, no performances on 16 & 25 Dec & 1 Jan 2011  Cost: R 125 - R 195
Tel: 021 438 3300
www.theatreonthebay.co.za

MUSICAL: EVITA
8 November - 8 January
A local revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's worldwide theatrical phenomenon, which tells the story of the rise and fall of Argentina's infamous first lady, Eva Peron. Venue: Theatre on The Bay   Time: Mon @ 7.30pm, Tue - Fri @ 8pm, Sat @ 5pm & 8.30pm, no performances on 25 Dec & 1 Jan 2011   Cost: R 125 - R 295
Tel: 021 438 3301
www.theatreonthebay.co.za

THEATRE: WOMB TIDE
10 November - 4 December
Set in South Africa in the mid-to-late twentieth century, this unconventional love story follows an eccentric and somewhat dysfunctional family through a story of love, loss and hope. Venue: Baxter Golden Arrow Studio [see map]  Time: Mon - Sat @ 8.15pm   Cost: R 70 - R 95
Tel: 021 685 7880
www.baxter.co.za

THE MOST AMAZING SHOW LIVE
16 November - 4 December
Corne and Twakkie (aka Rob van Vuuren and Louw Venter) return with their cult comedy phenomenon. Venue: Baxter Concert Hall [see map]  Time: Mon - Sat @ 8.15pm   Cost: R 100 - R 120
Tel: 021 685 7880
www.baxter.co.za

THEATRE: BIG GIRLS DON'T CRY
30 November - 4 December
A mix of comedy and cabaret as three sassy, jobless and desperate girls sing and dance their way through the recession and their troubled love lives. Venue: On Broadway, 44 Long St   Time: 8.30pm   Cost: R 95
Tel: 021 424 1194
www.onbroadway.co.za

COMEDY: JOE BARBER - SCHOOL CUTS
30 November - 15 January
The Barber boys explore the highlights of school life from the terrors of the first day to the highs of the matric dance. Venue: Baxter Theatre [see map] Time: Tues - Sat @ 8pm, no show on 31 Dec   Cost: R 100 - R 110
Tel: 021 685 7880
www.baxter.co.za

WORLD AIDS DAY GALA CONCERT
1 December
The New Apostolic Cape Church Symphony Orchestra and Choir perform with  artists including Jimmie Earl Perry, the Saron Kips Orchestra, Kaylim Davids, Janelle Visagie and Rouchelle Liederman. Tickets through Computicket. Venue: Artscape Theatre [see map]   Time: 7.30pm   Cost: R 120
Tel: 021 421 7839   Email: artscape@artscape.co.za
www.artscape.co.za

HANUKKAH
2 December
Commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem at the time of the Maccabean Revolt of the 2nd century BC. Hanukkah is observed for eight nights, starting on the 25th day of Kislev according to the Hebrew calendar.

SEXPO
2 December - 5 December
The world’s largest sexual lifestyle and health expo. Age Restriction: No under 18s.  Venue: CTICC   Time: tbc   Cost: tbc
Tel: 011 706 3497   Email: info@sexpo.co.za
www.sexpo.co.za

LA MOTTE CLASSICAL CONCERT: AVIGAIL BUSHAKEVITZ
4 December
The award-winning violinist is accompanied by Albie van Schalkwyk (piano) in a performance of sonatas by Mozart, Brahms and Debussy. Venue: La Motte Wine Estate, R45 Main Rd, Franschhoek  Time: 7pm   Cost: R 140
Tel: 021 876 8801
www.la-motte.com

THEATRE: TANNIE EVITA PRAAT KAKTUS
5 December
Pieter Dirk Uys, as his activist alter ego Evita Bezuidenhout, takes a satirical look at the influence of white people in South Africa, from their arrival in 1652 to the birth of democracy in 1994 and the reality of today. Venue: Evita se Perron Theatre, Darling   Time: 2pm   Cost: R 110
Tel: 022 492 3930   Email: bookings@evita.co.za
www.evita.co.za

OBS LIFESTYLE FAIR
5 December
An alternative market offering palm reading, holistic therapy and a variety of organic products, plants, herbs, books, clothing, arts and crafts and more. Venue: Observatory Community Centre, Observatory (off Station & Lower Main Rds)   Time: 10am - 4pm   Cost: R 8 (U 16's free)
Tel: 021 788 8088   Email: soulgrow@mweb.co.za

TRAIL SERIES XL RACE
5 December
A challenging 26km trail run through the scenic Stellenbosch area. Venue: Mooiplaas Wine Estate, Bottelary Rd, Stellenbosch   Time: registration @ 6.30am - 7.30am, race @ 8am   Cost: R 150 (pre entry) R 180 (on the day)
Tel: 072 438 3242   Email: tam@trailseries.co.za
www.trailseries.co.za

MUSIC: DAVID KRAMER'S BREYANI
7 December - 31 December
A celebration of the rhythm, instrumentation, vocal styling and language that creates the unique music of the Cape. Venue: Baxter Concert Hall [see map]  Time: Mon - Sat @ 8.15pm, no performance on 25 Dec   Cost: R 95 - R 140
Tel: 021 685 7880
www.baxter.co.za

COMEDY: NIK RABINOWITZ
7 December - 8 January
The winner of the SA Comedy Award 2008 presents his show 'You Can't Be Serious'. Venue: Golden Arrow Studio [see map]  Time: various - see website   Cost: R 100 - R 120
Tel: 021 685 7880
www.baxter.co.za

SOCCER: VASCO DA GAMA (CAPE TOWN) v MARITZBURG UTD (PIETERMARITZBURG)
10 December
A Premier Soccer League match. Venue: Bellville Stadium, Carl Cronje Dr, Bellville  Time: 8pm   Cost: R 40
www.psl.co.za

SOCCER: SANTOS (CAPE TOWN) v MOROKA SWALLOWS (JOHANNESBURG)
11 December
A Premier Soccer League match. Venue: Athlone Stadium, Klipfontein Rd, Athlone  Time: 8.15pm   Cost: R 40
www.psl.co.za

THEATRE: TANNIE EVITA PRAAT KAKTUS
12 December
Pieter Dirk Uys, as his activist alter ego Evita Bezuidenhout, takes a satirical look at the influence of white people in South Africa, from their arrival in 1652 to the birth of democracy in 1994 and the reality of today.  Venue: Evita se Perron Theatre, Darling   Time: Sundays @ 2pm   Cost: R 110
Tel: 022 492 3930   Email: bookings@evita.co.za
www.evita.co.za

KIRSTENBOSCH CRAFT MARKET
12 December
180 stalls of arts and crafts, food and delicacies as well as attractions for children.  Venue: grounds of the Kirstenbosch Stone Cottages, corner Kirstenbosch Drive and Rhodes Avenue, diagonally opposite the main entrance to Kirstenbosch Gardens  Time: 9am - 3pm  Cost: free
Tel: 021 799 8800

ALPHEN ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES FAIR
12 December
A variety of items including clocks, jewellery, glass, ceramics, silver, toys, books and paintings on sale. Ample parking and refreshments available. Venue: Alphen Centre, opposite Constantia Mall   Time: 10am - 4pm   Cost: free
Tel: 084 626 7499

PANTO: GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS
13 December - 24 December
The delightful children's classic follows the adventure of Goldilocks in the forest during Christmas time. Children will be able to meet and have their phot taken with Father Christmas. Suitable for children aged 4 to 8.  Venue: Baxter Theatre [see map]  Time: 10.30am   Cost: R 38
Tel: 021 685 7880
www.baxter.co.za

PUBLIC HOLIDAY: DAY OF RECONCILIATION
16 December
A day intended to foster reconciliation between different racial groups. The holiday came into effect in 1994 after the end of Apartheid.  Before 1994, 16 December was commemorated as the Day of the Vow (also known as Day of the Covenant or Dingaan Day) - a religious holiday commemorating the Afrikaner victory over the Zulus at the Battle of Blood River in 1838.  On the other side of the political spectrum, it is also the anniversary of the 1961 founding of Umkhonto we Sizwe(Spear of the Nation), the armed wing of the African National Congress

SOCCER: AJAX CAPE TOWN v MAMELODI SUNDOWNS (PRETORIA)
17 December
A Premier Soccer League match. Venue: Cape Town Stadium  Time: 8pm   Cost: R 40
www.psl.co.za

MUIZENBERG MOONLIGHT MEANDER
18 December
A guided walk in the moonlight to Sunrise Circle or St. James with music, dancing and drumming.  Participants are encouraged to dress up or bring a musical instrument. Restaurants are open or participants can bring a picnic basket. Phone before walk to confirm whether it is taking place. Venue: Muizenberg Beach  Time: 6pm - 11pm   Cost: Donations welcome
Tel: 021 787 9140 / 073 785 6388   Email: info@safertogether.org.za
www.safertogether.org.za

WINES OF HERMANUS AND THE OVERBERG REGION
18 December
An opportunity to experience exclusive wines from the region.  Venue: Hermanuspietersfontein Wynkelder, Hemel-en-Aarde Village, Hermanus   Time: 5pm - 10pm   Cost: R 50
Tel: 028 273 8539 / 083 388 8239   Email: anuta@hpf1855.co.za
www.hpf1855.co.za

KIRSTENBOSCH CRAFT MARKET
19 December
180 stalls of arts and crafts, food and delicacies as well as attractions for children.  Venue: grounds of the Kirstenbosch Stone Cottages, corner Kirstenbosch Drive and Rhodes Avenue, diagonally opposite the main entrance to Kirstenbosch Gardens  Time: 9am - 3pm  Cost: free
Tel: 021 799 8800

OBS LIFESTYLE FAIR
19 December
An alternative market offering palm reading, holistic therapy and a variety of organic products, plants, herbs, books, clothing, arts and crafts and more. Venue: Observatory Community Centre, Observatory (off Station & Lower Main Rds)   Time: 10am - 4pm   Cost: R 8 (U 16's free)
Tel: 021 788 8088   Email: soulgrow@mweb.co.za

ALPHEN ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES FAIR
19 December
A variety of items including clocks, jewellery, glass, ceramics, silver, toys, books and paintings on sale. Ample parking and refreshments available. Venue: Alphen Centre, opposite Constantia Mall   Time: 10am - 4pm   Cost: free
Tel: 084 626 7499

FULL MOON HIKE
21 December
An uphill 10km vineyard trail with spectacular views over the winelands and across to Table Mountain, making the most of the sunset and the moonrise. Vehicles available to transport to the halfway point. Bring snacks and drinks (or buy at the centre), torch, jacket, hiking boots. Venue: Dirtopia Trail Centre, Delvera Farm, Stellenbosch  Time: start hike @ 7pm, sunset @ 7.57pm / moonrise @ 8.15pm   Cost: R 50 (R 20 < 10 yrs) incl. shuttle
Tel: 021 884 4752   Email: theteam@dirtopia.co.za
www.dirtopia.co.za

SOCCER: SANTOS (CAPE TOWN) v SUPERSPORT UNITED (PRETORIA)
22 December
A Premier Soccer League match. Venue: Athlone Stadium, Klipfontein Rd, Athlone  Time: 7.30pm   Cost: R 40
www.psl.co.za

PUBLIC HOLIDAY: CHRISTMAS DAY
25 December

PUBLIC HOLIDAY: BOXING DAY
26 December
Also known as Goodwill Day.