20 upcoming music events
Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay on Strings
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 22:30
Star Theatre
Experience a candlelit evening at Star Theatre in Cape Town as a live string ensemble performs Coldplay favorites. This 60‑minute concert features intimate arrangements and the warm glow of candlelight, turning beloved songs into a cinematic, emotional experience.
Elandre at The Barnyard Theatre Tyger Valley
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 at 21:30
The Barnyard Theatre Tyger Valley
Catch Elandre live at The Barnyard Theatre Tyger Valley in Cape Town for an intimate evening of melodic pop and soulful tunes. The theatre-style venue offers close-up performances with a warm, casual vibe and a dash of cabaret flair that makes every moment feel personal.
Ntokozo Mbambo Live at Grand Arena, GrandWest
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 20:00
Grand Arena, GrandWest
Gospel icon Ntokozo Mbambo headlines a live concert at Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town. Expect soaring vocals, uplifting worship, and a grand arena experience in one of Cape Town's premier venues.
Here & Now: A Luther Vandross Tribute
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 at 10:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
A live concert experience celebrating the timeless music and legacy of Luther Vandross at the Artscape Theatre Centre. Expect powerful vocal performances, lush arrangements, and a soulful night of Vandross classics in Cape Town.
Morning Melodies
Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Artscape Theatre Centre
Morning Melodies at Baxter Theatre Centre offers accessible, affordable morning concerts for seniors in the Western Cape. Professionally presented in the UCT venue, this series pairs quality classical programming with a welcoming, intimate atmosphere.
MOYO Kirstenbosch Indoor Concert Classics
Thu, 2 Jul 2026 at 20:30
Moyo Restaurant Kirstenbosch
An intimate classical-music evening at Moyo Restaurant in Kirstenbosch, featuring a curated program of timeless pieces performed indoors. Enjoy refined dining in a scenic garden setting as skilled musicians bring elegant melodies to life.
Samthing Soweto – Good Morning Live
Sat, 25 Jul 2026
Artscape Theatre Centre
Samthing Soweto's Good Morning Live at Baxter Theatre Centre marks the official live launch of his album Touch Is a Move: Good Morning. A soulful Afro-pop concert in a refined theatre setting, delivering new tracks and fan favorites in an intimate live show.
AUXILIARY
Sat, 1 Aug 2026
Destiny Cape Town
AUXILIARY hosts an electronic music night in Cape Town. Expect throbbing bass, immersive sound, and a late-night club vibe that captures the city’s energetic nightlife.
Dave: The Boy Who Played the Harp
Sun, 6 Sept 2026 at 22:00
GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World
Hip-hop star Dave headlines a high-energy night at GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World (Sun Exhibits) in Cape Town. The show titled Dave: The Boy Who Played the Harp delivers a dynamic live set with chart-topping tracks; tickets start at ZAR 85.
Dave at Grand Arena, GrandWest
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 at 22:00
Grand Arena, GrandWest
Dave headlines a high-energy live show at Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town. This indoor venue hosts an evening of contemporary pop, with a selection of fan favorites and new tracks, delivering a memorable Cape Town experience.
Kip Moore
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 at 18:00
GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World
Country star Kip Moore headlines a live show at GrandWest Casino's Sun Exhibits in Cape Town. Expect a high-energy evening of chart-topping country hits in an intimate casino venue, with tickets from ZAR 87.
Jill Scott - To Whom This May Concern World Tour
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 at 22:00
GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World
Grammy-nominated Jill Scott performs her To Whom This May Concern World Tour at GrandWest in Cape Town. Expect soulful R&B vocals, lush arrangements, and a high-energy live show in the casino’s expansive entertainment venue, with premium seating and a vibrant night out.
Jill Scott at Sunbet Arena
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 at 22:00
Grand Arena, GrandWest
Jill Scott performs live at Sunbet Arena in Cape Town, delivering her signature soul and R&B classics with lush arrangements and soaring vocals. Expect intimate storytelling between songs and a high-energy arena show that spotlights her emotive voice and timeless hits.
Kip Moore at Grand Arena, GrandWest
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 at 21:00
Grand Arena, GrandWest
Kip Moore headlines Grand Arena at GrandWest in Cape Town for an energetic evening of country music. Fans will hear hit singles and new songs on a big-stage arena show in a premier Cape Town venue.
Dave The Boy Who Played the Harp Tour
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 at 22:00
GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World
Dave The Boy Who Played the Harp tours arrives at GrandWest in Cape Town for an evening of harp-led classical and world-inflected melodies. Housed in the GrandWest Entertainment World, the show blends intimate strings with a casino-venue vibe. Tickets are on sale for Oct 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM.
BEYOND THE MOUNTAIN
Wed, 30 Dec 2026
Destiny Cape Town
BEYOND THE MOUNTAIN is a Cape Town New Year's Eve electronic music festival with outdoor stages and late-night sets. The event promises a high-energy electronic lineup, immersive visuals, and a festive Cape Town summer-night atmosphere as the city rings in the new year.
Boogie time, baby
Wed, 18 Nov 2026 at 10:00
Artscape Theatre Centre
Boogie Time, Baby brings a high-energy Motown-era musical to Artscape Theatre Centre, delivering soulful hits, disco grooves and iconic power ballads in a playful comedy format. Expect dazzling choreography, big-stage production and plenty of audience sing-alongs that celebrate classic rhythm-and-blues magic.
HYPNOSIS
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
Destiny Cape Town
HYPNOSIS brings cutting-edge electronic music to Cape Town for a nocturnal club night. Expect heavy bass, trancey arpeggios, and immersive lighting in a city venue—an electrifying experience for electro enthusiasts.
MEIDUM
Fri, 27 Nov 2026
Destiny Cape Town
MEIDUM is an electronic music night in Cape Town, offering immersive electronic sets and a sleek nightlife atmosphere. Expect pulsating rhythms, club vibes, and a city-center vibe that draws locals and visitors.
Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek
Fri, 19 Mar 2027
Montreux meets Africa
Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek brings Montreux’s legendary jazz energy to the Cape Winelands for three days of live music in Franschhoek. From March 19–21, 2027, the Montreux meets Africa venue promises a festive, high-energy outdoor jamboree of world-class jazz in a stunning winery setting.