Top Things To Do In Cape Town This Weekend
21 August 2026 – 23 August 2026
Winter in the Mother City is going out with an absolute BANG this weekend!
From the glitz of the blue carpet in Camps Bay to farm tables in the glorious Cape Winelands, this weekend has something for the young & the young at heart, from all walks of life! Whisky lovers, market wanderers, comedy fans, wine explorers & live music devotees are all in for an absolute treat, with Silwerskerm’s film magic, Women’s Month jazz on a rooftop & down-right delicious brunches all on the cards.
Whether you’re after a big night out, a lazy Sunday fondue in the mountains, or simply your weekly market fix, we’ve rounded up all the NOT-TO-BE-MISSED happenings so you don’t have to lift a finger!
Here are the top things to do in Cape Town this weekend!
Weekend Events & Experiences
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#kykNET Silwerskerm Festival 2026
- When: 19-22 August 2026 (Fri 21 & Sat 22 screenings + Blue Carpet Awards)
- Where: The Bay Hotel & Theatre on the Bay
- Time: 08:00 – 23:59
- Cost: From R80 per film; Silver Ticket from R1,000
- Website: silwerskermfees.co.za
- NOTE: Ticket prices vary by film & package – book early for the Blue Carpet Awards!
Lights, camera, Camps Bay! The 14th kykNET Silwerskerm Festival takes over The Bay Hotel & Theatre on the Bay with a jam-packed programme of Afrikaans feature film premieres, gripping shorts, thought-provoking documentaries, panel discussions & masterclasses that industry lovers & film fanatics alike will absolutely devour!
The weekend builds right up to the glamorous Silwerskerm Film and TV Awards, where the Blue Carpet comes out in full force followed by an unforgettable after-party. Whether you’re a die-hard film buff or just love a bit of glitz & glamour by the sea, this is undoubtedly one of the top cultural events on Cape Town’s calendar!
#The Only Whisky Show
- When: Friday 21 August 2026
- Where: CTICC (Cape Town International Convention Centre)
- Time: 18:00 – 22:00
- Cost: R690 per person per night
- Website: www.whiskybrother.com
Whisky connoisseurs & curious newcomers, this one’s for you! South Africa’s definitive whisky celebration returns to the CTICC with over 150 premium local & international drams to swirl, sniff & sip your way through, all under one roof on the Foreshore.
Rub shoulders with master distillers & brand ambassadors who are on hand to share their knowledge & their absolute favourites, making this the perfect evening for anyone keen to expand their palate + enjoy a properly sophisticated night out.
#One-Act Play Festival 2026
- When: 20-22 August 2026 (An Unexpected Guest & Lady Marmalade: Fri 21 at 19:30, Sat 22 at 14:30)
- Where: The Masque Theatre
- Time: 19:30 – 22:00
- Cost: From R160
- Website: www.themasque.co.za
Theatre lovers, head to Muizenberg for a weekend of original, locally-penned storytelling at The Masque Theatre! The One-Act Play Festival brings four brand-new works to the stage, including the powerful 1965-set apartheid drama “An Unexpected Guest” & the wonderfully quirky ghost-hunter comedy-mystery “Lady Marmalade”.
Each performance is followed by a post-show discussion with the cast & creatives, giving you a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into how these stories came to life. It’s intimate, thought-provoking & a wonderful way to support local theatre-making at its finest!
#Bay Harbour Market
- When: Friday 21 – Sunday 23 August 2026 (weekly market)
- Where: Bay Harbour Market, 31 Harbour Road
- Time: 09:30 – 21:00
- Cost: Free entry
- Website: www.bayharbour.co.za
Tucked into a converted fish factory on Hout Bay’s harbour front, Bay Harbour Market is the ultimate weekend hangout for art, culture & creativity lovers! Wander between stalls brimming with local art, handmade crafts & mouth-watering food from all corners of the globe, then settle in with a craft beer or glass of wine while LIVE music from the Sound Stage sets the mood.
With extended hours on Friday night & all-day browsing through the weekend, this is the kind of down-right delicious, feel-good outing the whole family will love, with free entry to boot!
#Women, Wine & An Unforgettable Evening
- When: Saturday, 29 August
- Where: Cape Grace Hotel
- Cost: R1200 per person
- Website: www.capegrace.com/bars-restaurant-dining/wine-dinner/
This Women’s Month, Terroir & Table is celebrating the women shaping the world of wine with an intimate wine-paired dinner hosted by Trizanne Signature Wines and co-hosted by Tristan Maske.
Meet winemaker Trizanne Barnard, whose signature wines showcase the contrast between the cool, ocean-facing vineyards of Elim and the warmer Swartland, bringing together purity, restraint and that unmistakable maritime freshness.
#Grounded Comedy Nights
- When: Friday 21 August 2026 (weekly Friday show)
- Where: Ground Culture Cafe
- Time: 20:00 – 22:00
- Cost: R100
- Website: groundculture.co.za
Laugh your Friday night away at Grounded Comedy Nights, Observatory’s beloved weekly stand-up institution! Hosted by the always-hilarious Jaryd Pillay, the lineup features 6-8 of Cape Town’s best comedians serving up an hour of non-stop laughs in an intimate 60-seat venue that makes every joke feel like it’s just for you.
Get there from 18:30 for dinner & drinks before the show starts, and settle in for a properly fun, feel-good night out with friends. At just R100, this is an absolute steal for an evening of EVERYTHING funny!
#Mandisi Dyantyis: Symphonic Celebration
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026
- Where: Artscape Opera House
- Time: 20:00 – 21:45
- Cost: R495 – R695
- Website: www.artscape.co.za
Get ready for a truly bucket-list worthy night at the Artscape Opera House, as Afro-soul & jazz sensation Mandisi Dyantyis joins forces with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra for a one-night-only Symphonic Celebration! Expect goosebump-inducing renditions of songs from Cwaka, Somandla & Intlambululu, reimagined with the full richness of a live orchestra behind his band & singers.
With only one performance on the cards, this is one of the top musical experiences the Mother City has to offer this winter, so grab your seats fast!
#Emo Night: A Decade Under The Influence
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026
- Where: Evol
- Time: 20:00 – 02:00
- Cost: From R100-R150
- Website: www.quicket.co.za
Calling all emo kids, past & present! Cape Town’s beloved Emo Night turns 10, and Evol is throwing the ultimate anniversary bash to mark A Decade Under The Influence! Get ready to scream every word to your favourite 2000s emo & pop-punk anthems from dusk till 2am, with a pop-up tattoo station & a ball pit on hand for maximum nostalgia.
Whether you were there for the first party or you’re discovering it for the first time, this is the kind of unforgettable, all-night-long celebration that Cape Town does best. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
#Oranjezicht City Farm Market
- When: Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 August 2026 (weekly market)
- Where: V&A Waterfront, cnr Granger Bay Blvd & Dock Rd
- Time: 08:00 – 14:30
- Cost: Free entry
- Website: ozcf.co.za
Cape Town’s largest & most-loved farmers’ market is back for another weekend at the V&A Waterfront! Oranjezicht City Farm Market brings together over 40 local farmers & 80 artisanal food traders under one roof, dishing up everything from fresh seasonal produce to down-right delicious ready-to-eat treats.
It’s the perfect way to spend a leisurely Saturday or Sunday morning, coffee in hand, browsing stalls with friends & family while soaking up that unmistakable market buzz. Thousands of Capetonians can’t be wrong – this is a weekly must-do!
#Neighbourgoods Market
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026 (weekly market)
- Where: The Old Biscuit Mill
- Time: 09:00 – 15:00
- Cost: Free entry
- Website: theoldbiscuitmill.co.za
No Saturday in Cape Town is complete without a visit to the iconic Neighbourgoods Market at The Old Biscuit Mill! This Woodstock institution brings together the city’s top street-food vendors, a buzzing wine bar & LIVE music, all set among stalls selling everything from tacos to vintage collectables.
Whether you’re grabbing brunch, doing your weekly fresh-produce shop, or just soaking up the creative energy of Woodstock, this is one of those quintessentially Cape Town mornings that never gets old. Come hungry, leave happy!
#Four-Hands Dinner with Chef Nokx Majozi
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026
- Where: Heirloom Restaurant, Cape Grace Hotel
- Time: 18:30
- Cost: R1500 per person
- Website: www.capegrace.com
Foodies, this is your night! Cape Grace’s Heirloom Restaurant plays host to an exclusive four-hands collaboration between Executive Chef Wesli Jacobs & London-based Chef Nokx Majozi, who together have crafted a five-course tasting menu that beautifully blends South African soul with international flair.
With just 80 seats available at this iconic V&A Waterfront venue, this is a rare & truly special dining experience for anyone who loves discovering bold new flavour combinations from two seriously talented chefs. **Limited to 80 guests – booking essential!**
#Honky Tonk Hoedown 2
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026
- Where: Daisy Jones Bar, Summerhill Wines
- Time: 17:30 – 23:00
- Cost: R150
- Website: www.quicket.co.za
Grab your boots & your best country twang for the Honky Tonk Hoedown 2 at Daisy Jones Bar in Stellenbosch! The night kicks off with a beginner-friendly line-dancing class before the dance floor fills up with country & pop-country remixes that’ll have everyone from all walks of life two-stepping until close.
And yes, there’s a mechanical bull rodeo, hosted by the ever-entertaining MC Andréa Katzeff, so brace yourself for plenty of laughs & maybe a few bruised egos! At just R150, this is one seriously fun way to spend your Saturday night in the Winelands.
#Winter Playlist at Radisson RED
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026
- Where: OUIBAR + Kitchn, Radisson RED
- Time: 18:00 – 22:30
- Cost: From R250
- Website: www.quicket.co.za
Head up to OUIBAR + Kitchn at Radisson RED for a rooftop night to remember, as Winter Playlist celebrates Women’s Month with an all-woman jazz lineup overlooking the V&A Waterfront! Deslynn Malotana & giuliette price warm up the stage before headliner Rorisang Sechele closes out the evening in style.
With the city lights twinkling below & smooth jazz filling the air, this is exactly the kind of sophisticated, soulful evening Cape Town does so well. Grab your tickets & get ready to be moved!
#Wine & Wander Safari
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026 (weekly Saturday morning)
- Where: Boschendal
- Time: 09:30 – 13:00
- Cost: R2,100 per person
- Website: boschendal.com
Swap the city for the glorious Cape Winelands with a Wine & Wander Safari at Boschendal! This weekly Saturday morning adventure takes you exploring across the estate’s sprawling 1,900-hectare farm, weaving through vineyards & breathtaking scenery before settling in for a well-deserved wine tasting.
Guests even walk away with a complimentary gift worth R650, making this bucket-list worthy morning even sweeter. It’s the perfect combination of fresh air, phenomenal views & great wine – what more could you ask for? **Weather permitting.**
#Klein Joostenberg Farm Brunch
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026
- Where: Klein Joostenberg
- Cost: R330 per person (12.5% service charge applies)
- Website: kleinjoostenberg.co.za
Part of the wonderful Taste Stellenbosch programme, this long-table farm brunch at Klein Joostenberg is exactly the kind of leisurely Saturday morning you’ve been craving! Just 35 lucky guests gather around one communal table for a harvest-style spread of fresh breads, French charcuterie, local cheeses, oysters & seasonal salads, all hosted with warmth by Garth Bedford & Christophe Dehosse.
With tea, coffee, bubbly & two glasses of wine included, this is farm-to-table dining at its most convivial & down-right delicious. **Limited to 35 guests – booking essential!**
#The Headline Act – Wine and Music Tasting
- When: Saturday 22 August 2026 (weekly Saturday)
- Where: Black Elephant Vintners
- Time: 11:00 – 14:00
- Cost: R350 per person (free with purchase of 6 bottles)
- Website: bevintners.co.za
Franschhoek’s Black Elephant Vintners brings you a wine tasting like no other with The Headline Act! Pop on a set of silent-disco headphones & sip your way through 8 wines, each one individually paired with a song chosen to match its character, all guided by the estate owners themselves.
Feeling peckish? Add on biltong, cheese or a disco-platter to complete the experience. It’s playful, unique & honestly one of the most creative wine tastings in the Winelands – **free with the purchase of 6 bottles!**
#Delheim Live Music and Cheese Fondue Sundays
- When: Sunday 23 August 2026 (running 5 Jul – 30 Aug 2026)
- Where: Delheim Wine Estate
- Time: 12:00 – 15:00
- Cost: See website for pricing
- Website: delheim.com
Wrap up your weekend on the Simonsberg slopes with Delheim’s Live Music & Cheese Fondue Sundays! Running right through winter, each Sunday brings a different LIVE musical act to the estate, from Bavarian & German folk to smooth jazz & contemporary pop covers, keeping the atmosphere fresh & exciting week after week.
Warm up with a Gluhwein on arrival, tuck into a decadent cheese fondue, then round it off with an appetiser, coffee & dessert while mountain views stretch out before you. It’s cosy, convivial & the ultimate way to beat the winter chill in the glorious Cape Winelands!
And that, Cape Town, is your bucket-list worthy weekend sorted from Friday right through to Sunday! Whether you’re chasing whisky, wine, live music, comedy or a blue-carpet moment in Camps Bay, there truly is SO MUCH MORE happening across the Mother City & the Winelands than you could possibly fit into one weekend. Get out there & make the most of it!
