The weekend is upon us here in Cape Town and there are many interesting events to look forward to. From an international Champagne festival to a fabulous live music concert at the V&A Waterfront, here is our list of the best Cape Town events this weekend.
1 Free Live Music Concert @ V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre (November 9)
There is always going on at the popular V&A Waterfront and this Saturday Take the Stage presents Mitchell’s Plain Music Academy. The academy itself was established back in 2014 and has more than 170 students ranging from beginner to advanced musicians. The entrance to their performance at the Amphitheatre is free of charge.
Venue: V&A Waterfront, Silo District, Cape Town
2 Sabat World Rallycross of South Africa (November 9-10)
Head out to the Killarney International Raceway this weekend to see the amazing FIA World Rallycross Championship. Besides watching the race and enjoying the action of the championship-deciding finale, visitors will have an opportunity to enjoy plenty of activities including delicious foods and entertainment. The Sabat World Rallycross is definitely one of the most anticipated Cape Town events this weekend.
Venue: 6 Potsdam Rd, Table View, Cape Town, Western Cape 7439 South Africa
3 German International School Bazaar 2019 (November 8-9)
Visit the annual DSK Bazaar at the German International School of Cape Town this November and enjoy a vast array of activities including various musical acts, performances, and children’s entertainment such as go harts, air jump, rocket launcher, and a petting zoo. In case you get hungry, there will be plenty of Bavarian food available including delicacies like Pretzels, Sauerkraut, Kassler, and Bratwurst. Beer lovers can visit the beer tent and enjoy a pint of German Dunkel, Newlands Mountain Weiss, and Newland Blond. The bazaar will also feature a second-hand boutique, flea market, and a bookstore.
Venue: German International School of Cape Town, 28 Bay View, Tamboerskloof, Cape Town
4 Finer Things in Life French Champagne Festival (November 9)
Hosted by the Vineyard Hotel and presented by Wine Concepts, Finer Things in Life French Champagne Festival offers visitors to taste some of the best champagnes from boutique Champagne Houses of France. Some of the brands you will have an opportunity to sample include Bollinger, Taittinger, Veuve Clicquot, Piper Heidsick, Lanson, Mumm, Billecart Salmon, Nicolas Feuillatte, Louis Roederer, and Pol Roger. Besides champagne, there will be live music and French-inspired foods and snacks like artisanal chocolates and oysters. Dress to the nines, since the best-dressed couple can win excellent prizes.
Venue: The Vineyard Hotel, 60 Colinton Road, Newlands, Cape Town
5 Under Milk Wood Performance by Dylan Thomas (November 8)
The last on our list of Cape Town events is the Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas in Muizenberg. Under Milk Wood tells the story of people in a small Welsh seaside village and was first staged in NYC in 1953. David Muller is the “First Voice” in the performance, while his support is a talented local community of actors. Tickets are available for R120 per person and the Cucina Labia Restaurant invites you for an a la carte dinner from 17 30 to 19 50.
Venue: 192 Mainroad Muizenberg, Cape Town 7945 South Africa
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