Footloose | The Musical
Footloose | The Musical bursts into Elkanah House High School with high-energy dance numbers and toe-tapping songs. This school-stage production promises a feel-good, family-friendly night of entertainment with lively ensembles and colorful sets.
Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa 2026
The Shakespeare Schools Festival South Africa returns for its 16th edition, featuring abridged Shakespeare performances by local primary and high schools and youth drama groups at Baxter Theatre Centre. This family-friendly cultural festival spotlights young talent and live theatre in Cape Town.
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Milk workshop: butter, cheese & yogurt at Soetmelksvlei
Join a hands-on dairy workshop at Babylonstoren’s Soetmelksvlei on May 7 and May 28, learning to make butter, soft cheese and yoghurt from fresh milk. This farm-to-table session covers traditional techniques, tastings, and home-dairying tips amid the farm’s scenic Cape Winelands setting.
15th Annual High School Nasheed Competition
Join the 15th annual High School Nasheed Competition for a faith-inspired showcase of student vocal talent at the Artscape Theatre Centre. This family-friendly evening celebrates youth expression and brings together local schools for a memorable cultural performance in Cape Town.
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Pecan baking workshop: pecan pie & carrot cake
Join a hands-on baking workshop focused on pecans, featuring pecan pie and carrot cake. Learn techniques for using pecans in desserts, guided at Babylonstoren’s Soetmelksvlei starting at 10:00. A tasty, practical session for home bakers.
ANNIE Jr - The Drama Lab
Young performers from Table View Primary School present ANNIE Jr - The Drama Lab, a kid-friendly theatre workshop culminating in a short musical performance. A lively, family-friendly event featuring song, dance, and theatrical exploration in a school setting.
Cakes in Bloom: Floral Cake Decorating for Mother's Day
Join master baker Martjie Malan at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei for a Mother's Day floral cake decorating workshop. Learn decorating techniques, create a floral-inspired cake, and take your bake home.
Mother's Day Buffet Lunch at Camphor Venue
Join a Mother's Day Buffet Lunch at Camphor Venue in Stellenbosch on 10 May 2026 at 12:30. A festive, family-friendly afternoon featuring a sumptuous buffet (R300–R850) and thoughtful touches to celebrate mom in a relaxed, communal dining setting.
Celebrate Mum at Rickety Bridge
Celebrate Mother's Day with a Sunday lunch at The Restaurant at Rickety Bridge in the Cape Winelands. Enjoy a special Mother's Day menu in a picturesque winery setting at Rickety Bridge, perfect for families and friends seeking a festive, relaxed outing.
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Master meat: make your own salami at Soetmelksvlei
Join head butchers at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei for a hands-on salami-making session on the farm. Learn curing techniques, sausage prep, and share in the rustic farmyard atmosphere as you craft your own salami.
Franschhoek Literary Festival
For three days in May, Franschhoek's streets and intimate venues come alive with book lovers and authors. Expect readings, talks, and lively discussions across village venues, celebrating literature in a picturesque wine-country setting.
Cape Town Marimba Festival
The Cape Town Marimba Festival showcases vibrant marimba performances as a joint venture with the Cape Town Big Band Jazz Festival and Woodworx Marimbas, at the Baxter Theatre Centre. This annual, family-friendly event blends percussion-rich rhythms with jazz-inflected grooves in an intimate concert-hall setting.
Grease
Outdoor screening of the cult musical film Grease at The Galileo in Kirstenbosch Garden, Cape Town. A family-friendly cinema night under the stars in a lush botanical setting, blending nostalgia with a scenic garden ambiance.
About Time - Final Show of the Season
Outdoor screening of About Time at The Galileo in Kirstenbosch Garden. A charming romantic comedy-drama about love and second chances, shown under the stars as the season’s final open-air cinema.
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International Bee Day
Join International Bee Day at Babylonstoren for an outdoor hive tour. Get up-close with the Cape honeybee, learn about pollinators and honey production from expert beekeepers, and discover how bees sustain farm ecosystems while enjoying the estate's gardens.
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Cape cookery: Milk tart, melkkos & koesisters workshop
Join a hands-on cooking-class at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei to bake the iconic Cape milk tart (melktert) along with melkkos and koesisters. Set in a scenic farm setting, this workshop shares pastry secrets and lets you take home your freshly baked Cape treats.
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon takes place in Cape Town on May 24, 2026. This major urban running event draws runners for a scenic full marathon through the city streets, with a festive atmosphere at the finish and global participation.
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Mozzarella & Gelato Tasting
Discover the secrets of buffalo mozzarella and artisan gelato with a guided tasting at Babylonstoren. Learn traditional techniques, sample creamy mozzarrella and silky gelatos, and hear farm-to-table insights in a picturesque Cape Dutch-inspired setting.
The Good Life Show Africa — Day 1
The Good Life Show Africa is a flagship Cape Town expo on food, drink and conscious living, spotlighting plant-based, organic and sustainable products. Expect chef demos, tastings, interactive experiences and wellness activities for the public and industry professionals.
District Six Museum – June 2026 Admission
Gain June 2026 admission to the District Six Museum in Cape Town. This intimate museum experience offers powerful exhibits on apartheid, forced removals, and community resilience, inviting reflection and learning for visitors of all ages.
Makin’ Magic – Family Magic Show
A high-energy family magic show by The College of Magic at Artscape Theatre Centre on June 6, 2026. Makin’ Magic delivers dazzling tricks, lively humor, and audience participation that kids and grown-ups will love.
Watershed at Elgin Railway Market
Watershed performs live at Elgin Railway Market in Cape Town, blending catchy indie-rock flavors with the market’s casual, open-air vibe. An evening of music amid food stalls, crafts, and communal energy, ideal for locals and visitors seeking a relaxed, atmospheric night.
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Winter gems: citrus in the garden
A guided stroll through the citrus blocks at Babylonstoren in winter, led by Comine Joubert, Babylonstoren's lemon queen. Learn about citrus varieties, seasonal care, and the estate’s lush, orchard-style gardens during a relaxed outdoor walk.
Bake your own: make butter & buttermilk scones
Join a hands-on cooking workshop at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei to learn butter-making and bake buttery buttermilk scones from scratch. Guided by an experienced baker, you'll churn fresh butter, craft dough, and bake scones in a cozy farm kitchen setting.
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