Planning to go out in Cape Town this weekend? Luckily, there are numerous events worth visiting ranging from live music performances and food festivals to comedy shows and entertainment events for families with kids. Here are some of the best things to do in Cape Town this weekend, from 1 to 3 June, 2018.
1. Werner Bekker Live @ Obviouzly Armchair
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On Friday 1 June 2018, the popular singer-songwriter from Johannesburg Werner Bekker will be performing at the Obviouzly Armchair Backpackers and Pub on Lower Main Road in Cape Town. This talented guitarists with an extensive repertoire and years of experience decided that its time he visits Cape Town and play a few shows here during his mini tour. Werner has recently come back from playing shows at some of the most popular SA’s festivals like Free State Folk, Lush Festival, and Splashy Fen. https://www.facebook.com/events/1026305014190214/.
Venue: Obviouzly Armchair Backpackers and Pub, 135 Lower Main Rd, Observatory
Date & Time: Friday, June 1st @ 10pm
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2. Mommy & Me Expo 2018
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If you are staying in Cape Town with kids, check out the Mommy & Me Expo 2018 from 1 to 3 June at Venue D’Aria in Durbanville.There will be entertainment for the kids including face painting, photo booth station, the Bob Boppers, Nadine Blom, Regard Laubscher from Master Magic, and Bennie Boekwurm and Haas Das readings, as well as a play area by BiemBie Toys and tasty wine and food by Venue D’Aria. You might even get chance to win a lucky draw, as there will be dozens of exhibitor’s competitions and demonstrations. The good news is that parking for the full day is complimentary for visitors.
Venue: D’Aria in Durbanville
Date & Time: Friday, Saturday & Sunday – June 1st – 3rd
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3. Cape Town Big Band Jazz Festivals
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Celebrating its 20th anniversary from 30 May to 2 June 2018, the Cape Town Big Band Jazz Festival is definitely one best things to do in Cape Town this weekend. The line-up for 1 June includes names like Wynberg Boys’ Junior School Big Band, Uni-Sound Big Band, Wynberg Boys’ High School Jazz Band, Edujazz Big Band, Westerford High School Big Band, Uct Big Band, while on June 2 artists such as The Little Giants, Bergvliet High School Big Band, Heathfield High School Jazz Band, Beau Soleil Music Centre, Wynberg Girls’ High School Big will be performing. The festival takes places at the popular Baxter Concert Hall and tickets cost R120 for adults and R70 for students, scholars, and seniors.
Venue: Baxter Concert Hall, Baxter Theatre Complex, Rondebosch
Date & Time: Friday & Saturday – June 1st – 2nd
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4. Drizzled Music and Food Festival
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The winter edition of the popular Sizzled music and food festival, Drizzled Music and Food Festival features the same line up as its twin sister festival, but is held inside a more intimate setting at the Masons Press in Woodstock on June 3 2018. This will be a real treat for all food and music lovers around. Limited tickets are on sale at Computicket.
Venue: Masons Press in Woodstock
Date & Time: Sunday, June 3rd @ 12 – 10pm
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5. Alan Committie Date-Comedy Show
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Looking for cool things to do in Cape Town this weekend? ? Head out to the Baxter theater to see the amazing Alan Committie comedy show on June 3, 2018. The star of the Defending the Caveman brings his hit show called Love Factually that offers a fresh look at relationships. If you are in a relationship or just got out of one, Alan Committie will definitely put a smile on your face with his high energy antics.
Venue: Baxter Flipside, Main Road, Rondebosh
Date & Time: June 2nd @ 5pm
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6. Paws Thru The Vine ’18
If you’ve got love for furry friends, this event is for you. For this year’s Paws Thru the Vine, AACL is holding the walk this Sunday, 3rd of June at Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch. There will be two trails available for walkers – 5km and 10km walk. You can enjoy a family’s day out here, there will be lots of exciting stalls, kids corner with a face painter and a lot of exciting prizes to win. If you would love to adopt a dog, you should be on the lookout for the adoption show at the walk. After the walk, you can take your woof to the physiotherapist for a massage.
Venue: Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch
Date & Time: June 3rd @ 9am
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Looking for more things to do this weekend? Have a look at our list of the best surf spots in Cape Town or visit Cape Town’s best theatres, art galleries & museums .
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