Besides being one of the most beautiful cities in the world, South Africa’s Cape Town is also packed with numerous interesting events on the weekends. From wine festivals and live music to sports events and theater plays, visitors are definitely spoiled for choice. To help you decide where to go, here is our list of the best events in the Mother City this weekend.
1 Live Music @ Bay Harbour Market (November 9)
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Pay a visit to the lovely Bay Harbour Market this weekend and enjoy delicious global cuisine from dozens of food traders. You should also stick around and check out the awesome Money For Bali music performance on the KWV Classic Collection Sound Stage. For more information about the market and the event itself, please go to https://bayharbour.co.za/.
Venue: 31 Habour Road, Hout Bay
2 Stellenberg Gardens Open Day (November 10-11)
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In order to raise funds for St Joseph’s Home for Chronically Ill Children, the spectacular Stellenberg Estate will be opening its gardens and sculptures to the public this weekend. Founded in the 18th century, these internationally acclaimed gardens are definitely worth visiting. Make sure to check out the five sculptures which are spread around the gardens and focus on themes such as Bless the Fish, Sense of Humour, The Lightness of Being, Balance, and Silent Strength. The entrance to the gardens will set you back R50, while children under 12 can enter for free.
Venue: 30 Oak Avenue, Kenilworth
3 Come and play at Battery Park (November 10)
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One of the most anticipated events in the Mother City this weekend is the launch of Cape Town’s new urban park and play space, the fabulous Battery Park. Whether you are into kayaking and stand-up paddling or you prefer skating and water polo, Canal District’s Battery Park is an ideal place to hang out with family and friends.
Venue: Battery Park, V&A Waterfront
4 The Color Run (November 10)
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If you are in the mood for some physical activity, participate in the annual 5 km-long Color Run South Africa. This Carnival Tour will take you through the lovely streets of Green Point Promenade and Sea Point and medals will be handed out to all contestants who cross the finish line at the Festival Zone. All participants will begin the race in a white The Color Run T-shirt.
Venue: Promenade, Sea Point, Cape Town, South Africa
5 Stone Jets: Live @ Cafe Roux (November 10)
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The performance by the Stone Jets at Café Roux is definitely one of the best music events in the Mother City this weekend. These guys from Cape Town are playing their version of Afro Pop Rock and they sound amazing. The band made an appearance on national television SABC 3’s expresso morning show and they played at some of the biggest South African festivals in the last couple of years. For more information about the event, please go to http://caferouxsessions.co.za/event/the-stone-jets/?instance_id=3412.
Venue: Cafe Roux, Noordhoek
Looking for more things to do in Cape Town this weekend? You can check out a range of tours packages you can enjoy. Be sure to follow us on Facebook or check out our blog, which has a huge range of ideas on what to see and do, where to stay and how to put every moment of your weekend to good use. If you’re planning a longer stay, be sure to get in touch. We will help you find the perfect place to stay in Cape Town this weekend or any other weekend you plan to visit.
