It seems like just the other day when I was putting together last year’s event guide… now it is already time for our Cape Town Festive Guide 2013!
This year there are loads of amazing things taking place, from markets to concerts, dinners, lunches and even seasonal art and theatre shows. Whether you have family and friends vis
iting from abroad, are in the city on holiday or you’re simply looking to keep everyone entertained, check out the list of events below to find out what’s happening this festive season.
Christmas Events in Cape Town 2013
Some of the many markets, concerts, carols and other fun seasonal events taking place this season include the following:
- Scrooge @ The Baxter, Rondebosch – 4 December – 25 January
- The XMas Show @ SMAC Art Gallery, City Bowl – 12 December – 12 January
- Cape Town Summer Market @ VOC Company Gardens, City Centre – 14 – 30 December
- Twilight Christmas Market @ Blaauwklippen Vineyards, Stellenbosch – 17 – 21 December
- Christmas Night Market with Manouche @ Hathersage Farm, Somerset West – 18 December
- Carols by Candlelight @ Vergelegen, Somerset West – 18 December
- Groot Constantia Festive Concert, Constantia – 19 December
- Steenberg Christmas Carols and Picnic Evening @ Steenberg Hotel, Constantia – 19 December
- Christmas Night & Day Market @ Willowbridge, Durbanville – 19 – 23 December
- Carols by Candlelight @ V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre, Waterfront – 20 December
- Langa Summer Market, Langa – 20 – 24 December
- Christmas Carols and Starlight @ Oude Libertas Amphitheatre, Stellenbosch – 21 & 22 December
- Christmas Eve Concert @ Grand Parade, City Centre – 24 December
- An Untamed Christmas @ The Manila Bar, City Centre – 25 December
- Boxing Day with Me & Mr Brown @ Cafe Roux, Noordhoek – 26 December
Cape Town Christmas Eve Dinners 2013
It goes without saying that bookings are essential during this time of year, but if you’re aiming on enjoying a bite out with loved ones, here are some great options for Christmas Eve Dinners in Cape Town…
- Richard’s Supper Stage & Bistro, Sea Point – R400p/p (Bookings: +27 (0) 76 144 4809)
- Savour @ 15 on Orange Hotel, Gardens – R395p/p – kids under 12 years pay half price (Bookings: +27 (0)21 469 8000)
- Five Flies Restaurant, City Bowl – R425p/p – kids under 6 years can order from a la carte menu (Bookings: +27 (0)21 424 4442)
- Rick’s Café Américain, Gardens – no fixed menu, but bookings should be done early as space is limited (Bookings: [email protected])
Christmas Day Lunches in Cape Town 2013
- Blowfish Restaurant, Blouberg – R255p/p for adults – R55p/p for kids under 12 ordering from kids menu (Bookings: +27 (0)21 556 5464)
- Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town Restaurant, Gardens – R315p/p plus 50% booking deposit (Bookings: +27 (0)21 488 2555)
- Square’s Dish Restaurant @ Greenmarket Square, City Centre – R295p/p for adults, R95p/p for kids under 12 (Bookings: +27 (0)21 423 2050)
- Signal Hill Terrace @ Hilton Cape Town, City Centre – R325p/p – kids under 12 get a 50% discount, while kids under 3 eat for free (Bookings: +27 (0)21 481 3700)
- Dornier Bodega Restaurant, Stellenbosch – R325p/p for adults, R75p/p for kids under 12 – drinks not included in cost (Bookings: +27 (0)21 880 0557)
Stay tuned for more updates on Cape Town festive events 2013 to get the lowdown on what’s happening in and around the city this festive season!
