Top Things To Do In Cape Town This Weekend
31 July 2026 – 2 August 2026
Winter in the Mother City has never looked this good!
From bucket-list worthy art exhibitions to wine festivals, LIVE music, comedy nights & markets galore, this weekend is jam-packed with everything Cape Town does best! Whether you’re cosying up fireside with a glass of red in Durbanville, dancing the day away at a Sunday session, or soaking up culture at Zanele Muholi’s landmark homecoming exhibition, there really is something for everyone, the young & the young at heart, foodies, art lovers & party people alike. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend in & around the Mother City!
Here are the top things to do in Cape Town this weekend!
Weekend Events & Experiences
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#Stellenbosch Wine Festival
- When: 31 July – 1 August 2026
- Where: Stellenbosch Town Hall
- Time: 17:00 – 21:00
- Cost: R600 online / R650 at the door
- Website: wineroute.co.za
- NOTE: Tickets are cheaper online (R600) than at the door (R650), so book ahead!
Get ready, wine lovers, because the flagship event of Wine Town Stellenbosch is BACK & it is bucket-list worthy in every sense! Picture this: over 200 premium wines from more than 60 of the Cape Winelands’ finest producers, all under one roof at the historic Stellenbosch Town Hall, paired with down-right delicious dishes from culinary legends Bertus Basson & Adele Grewar!
Throw in LIVE music & an atmosphere buzzing with the young & the young at heart, and you’ve got yourself one of THE not-to-be-missed festivals of the season!
#Mojo XXL Music Nights ft. Francois Van Coke
- When: Friday, 31 July 2026
- Where: Mojo Market
- Time: 19:00
- Website: mojomarket.co.za
Mojo Market’s iconic XXL Music Nights are rolling into Sea Point once again & this time they’re bringing out rock royalty in the form of Francois Van Coke! Expect a night of raw, LIVE energy from one of South Africa’s most beloved frontmen, set against the buzzing backdrop of Mojo’s food & drinks hall.
Whether you’re grabbing a bite beforehand or diving straight into the pit, this is exactly the kind of Friday night the Mother City does best!
#Bay Harbour Market
- When: 31 July – 2 August 2026
- Where: Bay Harbour Market
- Time: 09:30 – 17:00
- Cost: Free entry
- Website: www.bayharbour.co.za
If you haven’t yet wandered through Bay Harbour Market’s converted fish factory in gorgeous Hout Bay, THIS is your sign! Think local art, quirky crafts, down-right delicious food stalls & LIVE music all weekend long, with Friday nights staying open extra late for that perfect sunset-into-evening vibe.
From families to friends catching up over a glass of something good, this harbour-side gem draws people from all walks of life – and entry is FREE, so what are you waiting for?
#PillayBoy Tour 2026
- When: Friday, 31 July 2026
- Where: Avalon Auditorium, Homecoming Centre
- Time: 20:00 – 21:30
- Cost: From R120
- Website: www.quicket.co.za
Fresh off a smash run at the National Arts Festival, award-winning comedian Jaryd Pillay is bringing his acclaimed solo show PillayBoy to the Avalon Auditorium & it is an hour of pure, laugh-out-loud gold! Expect sharp, heartfelt stand-up on South African Indian identity, romance & family life that will have you nodding along & cackling in equal measure.
This is undoubtedly one of the top comedy nights on this weekend’s calendar. Book your seat before it sells out!
#Cape Town City Ballet: Swan Lake & Raymonda Double Bill
- When: 31 July & 1 August 2026
- Where: Adam Small Theatre Complex
- Time: 19:00
- Cost: R225–R350
- Website: capetowncityballet.org.za
Calling all lovers of art, culture & creativity! Cape Town City Ballet is bringing a stunning classical double bill to the Adam Small Theatre Complex, pairing the hauntingly beautiful Act II of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake with the dazzling Raymonda Pas de Dix.
Expect breathtaking choreography, exquisite costumes & world-class dancers gracing the Stellenbosch stage over two unmissable nights. Bucket-list worthy for ballet fans & first-timers alike!
#Schalk Bezuidenhout: Hey Hey Divorcé
- When: 28 July – 2 August 2026
- Where: Pam Golding Theatre, Baxter Theatre Centre
- Time: 19:00
- Cost: R250
- Website: www.webtickets.co.za
South Africa’s favourite funnyman Schalk Bezuidenhout is back at the Baxter with his rawest, most personal show yet! Hey Hey Divorcé sees Schalk unpacking the highs, lows & downright awkward moments of navigating life as a divorced man in his thirties, and honestly, we would not be surprised if you saw a bit of yourself in it!
Expect equal parts heartfelt & hilarious stand-up at its most honest, running right through the whole weekend!
#Alfred Adriaan: Positive Strokes (Marc Lottering)
- When: Friday, 31 July 2026
- Where: Star Theatre, Homecoming Centre
- Time: 19:30
- Cost: R225–R250
- Website: www.webtickets.co.za
The one & only Marc Lottering is bringing back his beloved character Alfred Adriaan for a night of unapologetically hilarious stand-up at the Star Theatre! In Positive Strokes, Alfred takes on life with his signature warmth & wit over a jam-packed 70 minutes that will have the whole room in stitches.
Whether you’re a die-hard Lottering fan or new to the Alfred Adriaan magic, this is a NOT-TO-BE-MISSED night of Cape Town comedy!
#The Forest
- When: 31 July – 15 August 2026
- Where: Pam Golding Theatre, Baxter Theatre Centre
- Time: 10:30
- Cost: R85–R150
- Website: baxter.uct.ac.za
Little ones, get ready to become part of the story! The Forest is a magical, interactive dance performance blending contemporary movement, animation & Amapiano-infused music, inspired by a beloved Ukrainian folk tale.
Rather than simply watching, your kids become co-creators of the adventure unfolding on stage at the Pam Golding Theatre. It’s imaginative, energetic & down-right delicious family fun that runs right through the weekend & beyond!
#Taste of Terroir: A Winter Red Wine Soirée
- When: Friday, 31 July 2026
- Where: Loch Lynne Wine Estate
- Time: 17:00 – 20:00
- Cost: R300
- Website: durbanvillewine.co.za
Cosy up this Friday evening at Loch Lynne Wine Estate for a Winter Red Wine Soirée that is tailor-made for chilly Durbanville nights! Expect UNLIMITED red wine tastings poured personally by the winemakers themselves, showcasing the very best of the Durbanville Wine Valley, alongside delicious canapés & LIVE entertainment.
Grab your friends, wrap up warm & settle in for one of the most intimate wine experiences on this weekend’s calendar!
#Manana – Mending Broken Hearts Tour
- When: Saturday, 1 August 2026
- Where: Baxter Concert Hall
- Time: 19:00
- Cost: R350–R650
- Website: baxter.uct.ac.za
Get ready for chills, because Manana is bringing his very first nationwide theatre tour to the Baxter Concert Hall & it promises to be one seriously special night! Mending Broken Hearts traces a career-spanning arc of love, loss & healing through rare, intimate performances you simply won’t catch anywhere else.
This is the kind of LIVE music experience that stays with you long after the lights come up. An absolute must for any true music lover!
#Neighbourgoods Market
- When: 1–2 August 2026
- Where: Neighbourgoods Market, Old Biscuit Mill
- Time: 09:00 – 18:00
- Cost: Free entry
- Website: www.neighbourgoodsmarket.co.za
No Cape Town weekend roundup is complete without a shoutout to the OG of hipster food markets, Neighbourgoods Market at the Old Biscuit Mill! Expect artisanal producers, mouth-watering street food, a buzzing wine bar & LIVE music all weekend long in the heart of Woodstock.
Whether you’re going for brunch, browsing local goods, or just soaking up THE vibe, this is a Saturday & Sunday tradition for Capetonians from all walks of life – and it’s FREE to get in!
#Boschendal Wine & Wander Safari
- When: Saturday, 1 August 2026
- Where: Boschendal Wine Estate
- Time: 09:45 – 13:00
- Cost: R2,100 per person
- Website: boschendal.com
- NOTE: Adults-only experience
Calling all adventurous wine lovers! Swap the usual tasting room for an open-vehicle safari through Boschendal’s stunning vineyards & orchards, ending at a scenic viewpoint for a wine tasting complete with a dramatic sabrage & a delicious brunch platter.
Set against the glorious Cape Winelands backdrop of Groot Drakenstein, this is a bucket-list worthy morning out that’s guaranteed to impress!
#Taste Stellenbosch
- When: 1 August – 20 September 2026
- Where: Various restaurants & wine estates
- Website: taste.visitstellenbosch.org
- NOTE: Runs for six weeks until 20 September, so there’s plenty of time to plan your visits!
Foodies, mark your calendars, because Taste Stellenbosch is KICKING OFF this weekend & it’s a full six weeks of culinary magic across the town’s award-winning restaurants & wine estates! Expect exciting chef collaborations, vineyard feasts, long-table lunches & curated seasonal tasting menus at not-to-be-missed spots like De Warenmarkt, Muratie Farm Kitchen, HŌSEKI at Delaire Graff & Lanzerac.
Whether you pop in this weekend or plan a return visit in the coming weeks, this is down-right delicious food & culture at its Stellenbosch best!
#Grommels
- When: 1 – 13 August 2026
- Where: Pam Golding Theatre, Baxter Theatre Centre
- Time: 10:00
- Cost: R130–R160
- Website: baxter.uct.ac.za
- NOTE: Recommended for ages 2-9
Little ones & their grown-ups are in for a treat at the Pam Golding Theatre with Grommels, an award-winning, non-verbal children’s theatre production that’s pure visual magic! Follow two wonderfully opposing characters as their small grey world transforms in the most unexpected & delightful ways.
Perfect for ages 2 to 9, this is family theatre that sparks imagination without saying a single word – a firm favourite for the young & the young at heart!
#The South African Ultimate Queen of Queens and King of Kings LGBTQIA+ Pageant
- When: Saturday, 1 August 2026
- Where: Star Theatre, Homecoming Centre
- Time: 18:00
- Cost: From R200
- Website: www.quicket.co.za
Get ready for glitz, glamour & an outpouring of pride at the Star Theatre this Saturday night! This spectacular pageant is a platform celebrating the resilience, diversity, beauty & talent of South Africa’s LGBTQIA+ community, promoting inclusivity & empowerment for all.
Expect show-stopping performances, incredible outfits & an atmosphere buzzing with love & acceptance. This NOT-TO-BE-MISSED celebration is for everyone, from all walks of life!
#Food Jams: Carmién Tea Women’s Wellness Cooking Event
- When: Saturday, 1 August 2026
- Where: Food Jams, Soute Studio
- Time: 11:00 – 14:30
- Cost: R550 per person
- Website: www.foodjams.co.za
Calling all wellness & food lovers! Head to Soute Studio in Salt River for a hands-on rooibos-infused cooking party unlike any other, led by none other than MasterChef SA winner Kamini Pather, alongside health expert Dr Ledivia Strauss & chef Carmen Niehaus.
Expect down-right delicious recipes, expert wellness insights & a genuinely feel-good atmosphere as you explore the power of food together. This is self-care, Cape Town style!
#Everybody Loves Sundays w/ Sun-El Musician
- When: Sunday, 2 August 2026
- Where: Defected Studio
- Time: 11:00
- Website: Quicket
Sunday Funday just got a serious upgrade! Head to Defected Studio in Paarden Eiland, with its jaw-dropping Table Mountain views, for a daytime dance session headlined by none other than Afro-house sensation Sun-El Musician.
Expect infectious beats, incredible energy & a crowd of music lovers from all walks of life dancing the afternoon away. This is EVERYTHING a Cape Town Sunday should be!
#Delheim Live Music and Cheese Fondue Sundays
- When: Sunday, 2 August 2026
- Where: Delheim Wine Estate
- Time: 12:00 – 15:00
- Cost: R580 per person (R250 under 12)
- Website: www.quicket.co.za
- NOTE: Kids under 12 pay a discounted rate of R250
Wrap up warm & head to Delheim Wine Estate for the ultimate winter Sunday tradition: cheese fondue, Glühwein & LIVE music all rolled into one cosy afternoon! The soundtrack shifts from Bavarian folk to jazz to contemporary pop covers, keeping the whole family entertained while you dig into melty, down-right delicious fondue.
This is one of THE loveliest ways to spend a Stellenbosch winter Sunday, and kids are welcome too!
And there you have it, another jam-packed weekend of art, wine, comedy, markets & LIVE music right across Cape Town & the glorious Cape Winelands! Whatever you choose, from Muholi’s powerful exhibition to Sunday sessions with Sun-EL Musician, you’re guaranteed good vibes & great company. Grab your friends & family, get out there & make the most of it, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
