Outdoor Events in Cape Town

Spier Light Art: 8th Edition at Spier Wine Farm

2026-04-06T00:00:00

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Spier Light Art returns for its eighth edition at Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch, transforming the grounds into a nocturnal gallery of luminous contemporary artworks. Curated by Vaughn Sadie and Jay Pather, the outdoor festival invites visitors to experience light as medium and meaning from March 6 to April 6, 2026.

Where light becomes art: Spier Light Art 2026

2026-04-06T00:00:00

ors Vaughn Sadie and Jay Pather… Find out more » R250 - R280

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Spier Light Art 2026 turns the Stellenbosch wine farm into a nocturnal gallery of illuminated works by contemporary artists, inviting visitors to experience light as medium and meaning. The eighth edition runs March 6–April 6, 2026, with night-time installations across the outdoor grounds of Spier.

Grow your own winter vegetables

2026-04-07T10:00:00

Babylonstoren

workshop

Join a hands-on gardening workshop at Babylonstoren to learn how to grow winter vegetables—from soil prep and seed selection to care and harvest. A friendly, practical session for beginners and home gardeners eager to start an edible winter garden in a farm setting.

Pietermaritzburg Sensational Picnic

2026-04-07T11:00:00

2 Zwartkop Rd

family

Family-friendly outdoor picnic hosted by SANBI in Pietermaritzburg at 2 Zwartkop Rd. A relaxed day in nature with kid-friendly activities, light bites, and a chance to explore local biodiversity and park scenery.

Sun Prints Family Workshop at Soetmelksvlei

2026-04-08T10:00:00

Babylonstoren

family

In the Soetmelksvlei garden at Babylonstoren, join a family-friendly workshop to learn sun-printing and create your own blue cyanotype prints. Ideal for kids and adults, this outdoor session offers simple, hands-on printing in a beautiful garden setting.

OZCF Wednesday Night Market — Wednesday 08 April

2026-04-08T16:00:00

Oranjezicht City Farm Market

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The OZCF Wednesday Night Market moves to its brand-new market space across the road at Oranjezicht City Farm Market. Expect local produce, crafts, and street-food stalls in a lively, family-friendly outdoor market in Cape Town.

LUMENOCITY

2026-04-09T15:30:00

The Company’s Garden (entrance from Orange Street)

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LUMENOCITY is an outdoor light-art installation at The Company’s Garden in Cape Town. This ticketed event invites visitors to wander illuminated paths as immersive visuals and ambient sound transform the garden. A luminous highlight for art lovers and families alike, set to spark curiosity on a sunny afternoon.

Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest

2026-04-09T19:30:00

The Galileo - Kirstenbosch Garden

film

Outdoor screening of Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest at The Galileo in Kirstenbosch Garden. Enjoy the swashbuckling adventure under the stars at this garden cinema event.

Tanner Wareham at Waterford Wine Estate

2026-04-10T18:00:00

Waterford Wine Estate

music

Tanner Wareham performs a live set at Waterford Wine Estate, Cape Town. An intimate singer-songwriter night amid vineyard scenery, combining melodic storytelling with a relaxed wine-country vibe.

Free Solo – Documentary

2026-04-10T19:30:00

The Galileo - Kirstenbosch Garden

film

Screening of Free Solo, the National Geographic documentary following climber Alex Honnold's audacious solo ascent of El Capitan. Filmed in stunning natural settings, shown at The Galileo in Kirstenbosch Gardens. A tense, inspiring look at preparation, fear, and focus.

LOVE PROJECT

2026-04-11T00:00:00

Destiny Cape Town

music

LOVE PROJECT brings electronic music to Cape Town for a night of pulsing beats and immersive vibes. Expect a club-like atmosphere with layered rhythms and dance-friendly energy, highlighting the city’s vibrant electronic scene in a dynamic venue setting.

Coasters (ZA) @ Castle of Good Hope

2026-04-11T00:00:00

The Castle of Good Hope

music

Coasters (ZA), Internet Girl, and Basement Jaxx deliver a high-energy DJ set at the Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town. Ready D also joins for an electronic lineup in this historic venue, blending club-night vibes with the fortress setting.

Petals & Presence

2026-04-11T00:00:00

Cape Town, South Africa

wellness

An early morning Women’s Social Circle with a wellness twist in Cape Town. Gather with like-minded women to slow down, reconnect with nature, and explore gentle mindfulness practices in a warm, supportive setting.

OZCF Saturday Market — Saturday 11 April

2026-04-11T08:00:00

Oranjezicht City Farm Market

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Experience OZCF Saturday Market at the brand-new space beside Oranjezicht City Farm Market. Browse local vendors for fresh produce, artisanal goods, and crafts in a welcoming, family-friendly Cape Town weekend scene. Stay updated with OZCFarm on social.

Soke: Celebrate Africa

2026-04-11T11:00:00

The Terrace Rooftop

festival

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.

UCI Cape Town Cycle Tour

2026-04-12T00:00:00

Destiny Cape Town

sports

Join the UCI Cape Town Cycle Tour, one of the world’s premier mass road cycling events. With distances from 5 km to 109 km, riders tackle scenic Cape Town routes and iconic landmarks, drawing locals and visitors into a festive, competitive atmosphere.

Cape Peninsula Marathon

2026-04-12T00:00:00

Destiny Cape Town

sports

Join the Cape Peninsula Marathon in Cape Town, with distances from 5 km to the full 42.195 km along scenic coastal routes. This outdoor endurance challenge welcomes runners of all levels to test stamina, supported by a festive race atmosphere and South Africa’s famed coastal scenery.

Two Oceans Marathon

2026-04-12T00:00:00

Destiny Cape Town

sports

Cape Town's Two Oceans Marathon on 12 April 2026 offers a spectrum of trail and road distances from 5 km to 109 km, including the iconic 42.195 km and 56 km ultramarathon. Runners tackle varied routes with ocean and mountain scenery, suitable for both newcomers and elites in one of Africa's best endurance events.

D&D Landy Day

2026-04-12T10:00:00

De Grendel Wine Estate

nightlife

Nightlife event at De Grendel Wine Estate in Cape Town: D&D Landy Day brings music and a festive outdoor atmosphere on the wine estate. Expect drinks, social vibes and a lively daytime party, starting 10:00 UTC on 12 April 2026.

Lourensford Sunday Market

2026-04-12T11:00:00

Lourensford Harvest Market

market

Experience the Lourensford Sunday Market at the Lourensford Harvest Market on Sunday 12 April 2026. This family-friendly outdoor market on the wine estate offers a variety of vendors and activities to enjoy with loved ones, making for a perfect weekend outing.

Combat garden pests, naturally

2026-04-15T10:00:00

Babylonstoren

workshop

Join this hands-on workshop at Babylonstoren to learn natural pest management, avoiding pesticides while planning a balanced garden ecosystem. The session covers companion planting, natural deterrents, and sustainable garden design.

OZCF Wednesday Night Market — Wednesday 15 April

2026-04-15T16:00:00

Oranjezicht City Farm Market

market

OZCF's Wednesday Night Market moves to a brand-new market space across the road at Oranjezicht City Farm Market in Cape Town. The weekly outdoor market features local vendors, fresh produce, crafts, and street food from 4pm.

Wavescape Surf & Ocean Film Festival

2026-04-15T19:30:00

The Galileo - Kirstenbosch Garden

film

Wavescape Surf & Ocean Film Festival presents a lineup of surf and ocean documentaries at The Galileo in Kirstenbosch Garden. Filmmakers spotlight waves, coastal communities, and ocean wildlife through captivating screenings, with a night of immersive cinema under the stars.

Butter & buttermilk rusks baking at Babylonstoren

2026-04-16T10:00:00

Babylonstoren

food

Join a hands-on cooking class at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei to churn butter and bake traditional buttermilk rusks. Learn rustic kitchen techniques in a scenic farm setting with a tasty, take-home outcome.

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