16 upcoming festivals events
Cape Town Carnival 2026 - Follow Your HeART
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 at 13:00
Somerset Road
Join Cape Town Carnival 2026: Follow Your HeART for an outdoor, family-friendly street parade along Somerset Road. Expect dazzling floats, live performances, music, and vibrant costumes weaving through Cape Town’s city streets—an exciting celebration of creativity and community.
Stellenbosch Street Soirée
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 at 06:00
Drosdy street,Drostdy Streetstellenbosch,Western Cape7600South Africa+ Google Map
Stellenbosch's Street Soirée lights up Drostdy Street with an outdoor street-festival vibe, featuring live music, local culture and evening socializing. Enjoy pedestrian-friendly streets, food stalls, and intimate performances as night falls in this lively Western Cape town. Tickets R250.
Cape Town International Jazz Festival
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 at 09:00
Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)
Cape Town International Jazz Festival is a premier international jazz event at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, featuring top jazz artists across multiple stages. The program promises high-energy live performances and a vibrant city atmosphere, showcasing Cape Town's rich music scene in a modern venue.
Children's Magic Festival 2026
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 at 08:00
College of Magic
Experience a magical day at the Children's Magic Festival 2026, hosted at the College of Magic. A family-friendly festival of kid-centered magic shows, interactive tricks, and entertaining performances designed to spark imagination and delight young minds.
Wild Fig Wine Festival & Market Day
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 at 09:00
The Wild Fig Restaurant
One-day wine festival and market at The Wild Fig Restaurant in Mowbray (Cape Town). Sample local wines, browse food stalls, and enjoy a lively market atmosphere from 9am to 4pm.
Meet the Makers: Wine & Chilli Festival
Sat, 21 Mar 2026
Banghoek Chilli oil,Swart Straat, Kylemore,Stellenbosch,Western Cape7600South Africa+ Google Map
In Banhoek Valley, the Meet the Makers: Wine & Chilli Festival debuts at Banhoek Chilli Oil Company, pairing local wines with bold chilli creations. Set against dramatic mountain scenery, the inaugural event spotlights regional producers, tastings, and chef-curated bites for a flavorful day in Stellenbosch.
Corona Sunsets Festival: Good Vibes Only
Sat, 21 Mar 2026
The Glen Country Club
Corona Sunsets Festival returns to Cape Town for a full day of music, connection, and golden-hour magic at The Glen Country Club. From midday to late, dance beneath painted skies as ocean breeze and ice-cold drinks accompany a world-class lineup built for summer memories.
PHATT FEST
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 at 09:00
Maynardville Park
PHATT FEST kicks off at Maynardville Park in Cape Town, an outdoor cultural festival starting 9:00 on 29 March 2026. The day promises open-air music, performances, and community activities in a festive park setting.
The Last of Summer
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 at 10:00
Protea Hotel Cape Town Mowbray
Kick off the last days of summer on 29 March 2026 at 10:00 at Protea Hotel Cape Town Mowbray with The Last of Summer, a casual daytime festival featuring live music and a relaxed hotel vibe inside a stylish Cape Town venue.
Wine & Wild Festival 2026
Fri, 3 Apr 2026
Sandringham Farm
Wine & Wild Festival 2026 celebrates South African culture with fine wines, braai cuisine, and live music at Sandringham Farm and across Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Durban, and Gauteng. Expect a vibrant outdoor festival atmosphere with heritage, gastronomy, and festive tunes.
Soke: Celebrate Africa
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 at 11:00
The Terrace Rooftop
A rooftop celebration of African culture in Cape Town on The Terrace Rooftop, featuring live performances, dance, and vibrant arts. Celebrate Africa with music, storytelling, and community vibes in a sun-kissed outdoor setting.
Passion ChoralFest 2026
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 14:00
Hugo Lambrechts Music Centre, Picton Street, Parow
Passion ChoralFest 2026 brings together skilled choirs for an afternoon of expressive choral music at the Hugo Lambrechts Music Centre in Parow. Expect lush harmonies, refined vocal artistry, and an intimate concert ambiance that highlights local choral talents.
Suidoosterfees
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 08:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
Suidoosterfees returns to Cape Town’s Artscape Theatre Centre for a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community. The festival showcases a multi-arts program across music, theatre, and visual arts, highlighting diverse South African talents in a dynamic urban setting.
Cape Town Yarn Festival 2026
Sat, 2 May 2026 at 06:30
Fish Hoek High School - Sports Hall
Cape Town Yarn Festival 2026 invites knitters and yarn lovers to Fish Hoek High School’s Sports Hall for a festive day of yarn stalls, live demonstrations, and hands-on workshops celebrating fibre arts in a welcoming, family-friendly setting.
Franschhoek Bastille Festival
Sat, 11 Jul 2026
Huguenot Monument, Franschhoek
Franschhoek Bastille Festival brings the town’s French Huguenot heritage to life with a weekend feast of exceptional food and wines in South Africa’s Gourmet Capital. Explore French-inspired culinary delights, wine tastings, and lively market scenes along Franschhoek’s picturesque streets.
The Good Life Show
Mon, 3 Aug 2026
Cape Town, South Africa