Sports Events in Cape Town

Matches, tournaments, running events, and fitness activities in Cape Town.

19 upcoming sports events

Tandem Paragliding in Cape Town

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 at 13:00

1 Signal Hill Rd

Take off on a tandem paragliding flight in Cape Town, soaring over iconic Table Mountain, Lions Head, and the Atlantic coastline. An experienced instructor handles the controls for up to an hour, delivering panoramic views and the chance to spot whales along the coast. Perfect for first-timers, with a safety briefing and gear provided.

PadelGin Social Padel Party with Ginologist

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 at 14:00

Africa Padel Waterfront

PadelGin Social Padel Party at Africa Padel Waterfront blends casual padel play with a gin-themed party by the Cape Town waterfront. This adults-focused event combines sport, networking, and ginologist-curated drinks for a fun, social afternoon.

Cape Town Carnival 1KM Fun Run

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 at 14:00

Somerset Road

Join the Cape Town Carnival 1KM Fun Run along Somerset Road for a carnival-spirited dash through the city. This family-friendly, casual road race is ideal for first-time runners and fun-seekers, pairing a short-distance workout with the festive Carnival vibe.

Harvest Trail Run

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 at 07:30

Knorhoek Wine Estate

Kick off at 7:30 AM for a scenic Harvest Trail Run through Knorhoek Wine Estate’s vineyard trails near Stellenbosch. This outdoor race blends fitness with winery charm, letting runners soak up Cape winelands scenery while tackling rolling terrain.

DHL Stormers vs Dragons

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 at 13:00

DHL Stadium

Experience a pro rugby clash as the DHL Stormers host the Dragons at DHL Stadium in Cape Town. Kick-off is 13:00 on 22 March 2026. Expect electric stadium vibes, sea of team colors, and a high-stakes South African showdown.

Seal Snorkeling with Animal Ocean in Hout Bay

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 at 09:00

1 Albert Rd

Dive into a seal-snorkeling adventure in Hout Bay with Animal Ocean. This 2.5-hour coastal tour includes gear, transfers, a boat ride, guides, and a safety briefing as you snorkel with Cape fur seals near Duiker Island, surrounded by mountains and sea.

Kelp Forest Snorkeling in Cape Town

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 at 09:00

1 Albert Rd

Dive into Cape Town's kelp forests on a guided snorkeling tour. Explore vibrant marine life in the Great African Sea Forest with expert guides, top-notch gear, easy shore entries, and safety buoy support.

CT Wilson Tournament 3 (2026)

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 at 06:00

Northern Suburbs of Cape Town (Eversdal, Parow area)

Outdoor tennis tournament in Cape Town's northern suburbs for the 2026 CT Wilson Tournament 3, kicking off March 22 in the Eversdal/Parow area. Local players compete as spectators enjoy a friendly club atmosphere with tickets via Quicket; expect competitive matches in an outdoor setting.

Gravity Scooter and Urban Safari on Table Mountain

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 at 10:00

Table Mountain

Experience a gravity scooter adventure from Signal Hill down to Bo Kaap, followed by an open safari ride back up Table Mountain for one more epic descent. This 1h50m guided experience in English showcases Cape Town’s iconic scenery on an exhilarating off-road track.

Maties vs NWU Pukke Eagles – Varsity Cup Bus Booking

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 at 15:00

Tygerberg Student Centre

Join Maties vs NWU Pukke Eagles Varsity Cup rugby match with official bus transport from Tygerberg Student Centre. This ticket listing lets fans reserve a seat on the communal bus, travel to the game and support your team in style. Perfect for student clubs and fans heading to the Varsity Cup showdown.

DHL Stormers vs Edinburgh

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 at 17:00

DHL Stadium

Professional rugby clash: the DHL Stormers host Edinburgh in URC Championship at the iconic DHL Stadium in Cape Town. Kick-off is 17:00 on 28 March 2026. Expect high-octane rugby, roaring crowds, and a vibrant stadium atmosphere under South African skies.

Run, Walk, Shine – SPAR Women’s Challenge

Sun, 29 Mar 2026

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Join the SPAR Women’s Challenge in Cape Town on 29 March 2026 at Green Point Shared Fields. This inspiring race welcomes women of every age, shape, size, and fitness level—run, jog, or walk at your own pace to celebrate #CelebrateHer.

The TOM Connectors Run & Social

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 at 08:00

Time Out Market, V&A Waterfront

Join a monthly 5km or 8km social run at Time Out Market, V&A Waterfront, led by seasoned runner Sivu Nobo. This relaxed-paced group kick-starts the weekend in Cape Town.

Bellville parkrun

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 at 08:00

Bellville parkrun

Join the free weekly 5km community run/walk at Bellville parkrun every Saturday at 08:00. Open to runners and walkers of all levels with no registration fee; sign up at parkrun.co.za for a friendly outdoor workout in Bellville.

South Africa vs Panama

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 at 17:30

DHL Stadium

International friendly football match between South Africa and Panama at DHL Stadium in Cape Town, a FIFA World Cup warm-up clash kicking off at 17:30.

Bellville parkrun — Saturday 04 April

Sat, 4 Apr 2026 at 08:00

Bellville parkrun

Join the free weekly Bellville parkrun, a 5km community run/walk starting at Bellville parkrun. Open to all ages with no registration—just sign up at parkrun.co.za. Every Saturday at 08:00 for a friendly outdoor jog or walk through Bellville with fellow runners.

DHL Stormers vs Connacht

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 11:45

DHL Stadium

Rugby union clash: DHL Stormers host Connacht in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship at DHL Stadium, Cape Town, on 18 April 2026, starting at 11:45. Expect a high-energy, professional match with passionate supporters and a vibrant stadium atmosphere.

DHL Stormers vs Glasgow Warriors

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:45

DHL Stadium

Take in a high-stakes URC rugby clash as the DHL Stormers host Glasgow Warriors at DHL Stadium. A clash of top-tier clubs with fast-paced running rugby, electric atmosphere, and a front-row seat to Cape Town's rugby fervor.

Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2026 — 42.2km

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 at 06:00

Cape Town Marathon Start/Finish

The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is South Africa’s only World Athletics Gold Label road race, a 42.2km loop through Cape Town’s city streets, starting and finishing at the Cape Town Marathon Start/Finish. A global elite field combines with thousands of runners and cheering spectators for a premier urban marathon experience.