Events to go to in Cape Town this week

There is something on in Cape Town almost every night, but it rarely all happens in one place. A jazz set in Gardens, a supper club in Kalk Bay and a warehouse party in Salt River can all fall on the same Saturday, so this page puts the week in one list and starts with the weekend, which is the busiest stretch.

Midweek is quieter and often better value, and spring brings more outdoor events onto the calendar. Those depend on the weather, so organisers may move times or dates at short notice. Always check the event page before you set off.

Example listings. The events on this page are samples that show the format. They are not real events; live listings come from ticket partners.

The weekend: this weekend

Friday evening starts with sundowners and food trucks, Saturday is the big day for markets, music and late nights, and Sunday is for slower plans on the coast.

• Example

  Friday · 20:00

  Afro-Jazz Late Set

  The Blue Cellar, Gardens

  A six-piece band with horns and hand drums, playing two sets with a short break in between.

  From R180 · Example only. Not a real event.

• Example

  Saturday · 17:30

  Sunset Strings on the Lawn

  The Oak Lawn, Newlands

  A string quartet plays film scores and pop arrangements as the light fades behind the oaks. Bring a blanket; low chairs are fine.

  From R220 · Example only. Not a real event.

• Example

  Saturday · 09:00

  Saturday Farmers Market

  The Market Shed, Woodstock

  Bread, cheese, coffee and seasonal produce from small producers, with long tables for breakfast.

  Free entry · Example only. Not a real event.

• Example

  Saturday · 19:00

  Harbour Seafood Supper Club

  Pier Kitchen, Kalk Bay

  Four courses built around the day’s catch, served at shared tables. Wine pairing is optional.

  From R450 · Example only. Not a real event.

• Example

  Friday · 19:00

  Rooftop Cocktail Social

  The Copper Rooftop, Foreshore

  A welcome drink, a DJ playing soul and disco, and a view of the mountain from the top floor.

  From R150 · Example only. Not a real event.

• Example

  Saturday · 22:00

  Deep House Warehouse Night

  The Lightbox Warehouse, Salt River

  Local DJs on a big sound system in a converted warehouse. Over-18s only; ID required at the door.

  From R120 · Example only. Not a real event.

Midweek: midweek

Tuesday to Thursday is a good time for an open mic, a guided walk or a tasting, when venues are less crowded and tables are easier to get.

• Example

  Wednesday · 19:30

  Open Mic Wednesday

  The Back Room Stage, Observatory

  Ten-minute slots for singer-songwriters and spoken word. The sign-up list opens an hour before the first act.

  From R60 · Example only. Not a real event.

• Example

  Thursday · 18:30

  Cool-Climate Wine Tasting

  Vine Terrace Estate, Constantia

  Six wines from cooler sites around the Cape, introduced by the winemaker, with a cheese board.

  From R320 · Example only. Not a real event.

• Example

  Thursday · 20:00

  Comedy & Cocktails

  The Velvet Room, De Waterkant

  Four stand-up comedians, a host and a short cocktail menu. Arrive early for a table near the front.

  From R140 · Example only. Not a real event.

• Example

  Tuesday · 17:00

  Guided Sunset Hike

  Meeting point: Kloof Nek, City Bowl

  A steady walk with a guide, timed to reach the viewpoint for sunset. Bring a headlamp and a warm layer.

  From R250 · Example only. Not a real event.

What the week looks like by category

Music

Cape Town’s music scene is spread across small rooms rather than one big strip. Expect jazz in the City Bowl and Gardens, singer-songwriters in Observatory and outdoor concerts on Southern Suburbs lawns when the weather allows.

Food & Drink

Food events here lean on what the region does best: seafood from the False Bay harbours, wine from the farms around Constantia, and Saturday markets where local producers sell directly.

Nightlife

Evenings usually start with a sundowner somewhere with a view and move on to the City Bowl, De Waterkant or the warehouse spaces of Salt River. Weekend nights run late; midweek is quieter and often better value.

Festivals

Spring brings a steady run of markets and small festivals. Most are family-friendly in the day and turn into something more social once the lights come on.

Tours & Outdoors

Guided trips are a good way to see the mountain and the coast with someone who knows the conditions. All outdoor events depend on the weather, so organisers may move times or dates at short notice.

Plan your week

Book the supper clubs early

Shared-table dinners and tastings have limited seats and often sell out before the weekend.

Plan your ride home

Late nights in the City Bowl, De Waterkant and Salt River run past midnight. Sort out how you are getting home before you go out.

Watch the weather

Outdoor concerts, hikes and paddles can move or be cancelled if the wind is up. Check the organiser’s page on the day.

FeelingFlexi does not sell tickets. On the live listings, each event links to the partner selling it, and prices and times are set by the organiser and can change.

If you would rather decide in the moment, open the FeelingFlexi app, set Cape Town and a distance, and swipe through what’s on. You can browse as a guest, and the events you like are saved on your device.