Events in Cape Town

Chocolate cake baking class at Soetmelksvlei

Thu, 21 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Food

Join master baker Martjie Malan in the Soetmelksvlei kitchen at Babylonstoren on May 21, 2026 at 10:00 for a hands-on baking class. Learn to craft a classic chocolate cake and take home your own delicious creation, guided by expert tips in a welcoming, kitchen-side session.

Fragments of Sarah

Fri, 22 May 2026

Artscape Theatre Centre

Theater

The UCT Ibuyambo Orchestra presents Fragments of Sarah, an interdisciplinary performance that reflects on the life and legacy of Sarah Baartman through sound, movement, memory, and storytelling at Baxter Theatre Centre. A thoughtful fusion of music and theatre that invites reflection on history and identity.

Cape Town Marathon

Sat, 23 May 2026

Destiny Cape Town

Sports

Cape Town Marathon offers a fast, flat course through Cape Town’s iconic streets, inviting first-time runners and seasoned athletes to chase personal bests. Expect lively crowd support, clear organization, and a festival-style race weekend that showcases the city’s scenery from start to finish.

Cape cookery: Milk tart, melkkos & koesisters workshop

Fri, 22 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Food

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

Sun, 24 May 2026

Destiny Cape Town

Sports

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.

Spoegwolf at The Daisy Jones Bar

Sat, 23 May 2026 at 20:00

The Daisy Jones Bar

Music

Cape Town’s Spoegwolf headlines an intimate night at The Daisy Jones Bar, delivering their signature blend of rock and folk with energetic live harmonies, audience sing-alongs, and raw, intimate vibes.

Kesivan and The Lights

Sat, 23 May 2026 at 21:00

Artscape Theatre Centre

Music

Experience Kesivan Naidoo and The Lights live at Baxter Theatre Centre in Cape Town. This jazz-infused concert showcases a tight, energetic band in a stylish theatre setting; tickets are ZAR 271.

Xolly Mncwango

Sat, 23 May 2026 at 21:00

GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World

Music

Xolly Mncwango headlines a live concert at GrandWest Casino's Sun Exhibits in Cape Town. Enjoy soulful vocals and a vibrant evening in a premier entertainment venue with affordable tickets from ZAR 26.

Wine, Beer & Biltong Safari

Mon, 25 May 2026 at 12:00

Yours Truly

Food

Join a Stellenbosch outdoor tasting experience: sip exquisite wines, sample craft beers, and pair them with delectable biltong. Explore a craft brewery, marvel at wildlife like zebras and springboks, then cap the day with a traditional South African braai.

LA-JOL #5

Sat, 23 May 2026 at 18:00

Colorbox Studios

Music

LA-JOL #5 at ColorBox Studios brings a laid-back live-music night in a compact SA arts venue. Expect emerging local acts, intimate staging, and a ticketed gig atmosphere perfect for music lovers looking for a casual, community-driven show.

Boyz II Men Live South African Tour

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 22:00

GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World

Music

Catch Boyz II Men performing live R&B/soul at GrandWest Casino in Cape Town during their South African tour. The evening features their signature harmonies and timeless hits in a premier casino entertainment venue, delivering a soulful, high-energy experience.

Excellence in Deceased Donation and End-of-Life Care Course

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 10:00

University of Cape Town

Lecture

Excellence in Deceased Donation and End-of-Life Care is a University of Cape Town continuing-education course exploring ethics, clinical pathways, and effective family communication in end-of-life situations. It equips healthcare professionals with best practices for organ donation processes and palliative care within hospital settings.

Break bread with our master baker

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Food

Hands-on bread-baking workshop with a master baker at Babylonstoren. Learn dough prep, kneading, fermentation, and baking secrets across three dates (26 May, 9 Jun, 30 Jun) in a rustic farm-kitchen setting. Perfect for bread lovers seeking practical, tasty results.

All Access Opera – Carmen

Thu, 28 May 2026

Artscape Theatre Centre

Theater

All Access Opera – Carmen offers a compact, audience-friendly take on Bizet’s Carmen at Artscape Theatre Centre. This shortened performance suits first-time opera-goers and seasoned fans alike, delivering lush arias and a vivid, intimate staging experience.

12th African Federation of Institutes of Internal Auditors (AFIIA) Conference

Mon, 25 May 2026 at 11:00

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

The 12th AFIIA Conference gathers internal audit professionals from across Africa at Cape Town's CTICC for sharing best practices, governance insights, risk management, and regulatory updates.

Mozzarella & Gelato Tasting

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Food

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.

Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2026

Tue, 26 May 2026 at 11:00

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2026 brings fintech and financial services leaders to the Cape Town International Convention Centre for keynote talks, industry panels, and targeted networking opportunities.

The Good Life Show Africa — Day 3

Sun, 31 May 2026 at 12:00

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Food

The Good Life Show Africa at CTICC focuses on food, drink, and conscious living, showcasing plant-based, organic and sustainable products. Expect chef demos, tastings, and wellness activities with both public attendees and industry professionals exploring innovations in food and health.

THE PLANT POWERED SHOW - CAPE TOWNThe Plant Powered Show brings together professional chefs and…

Fri, 29 May 2026

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

The Plant Powered Show in Cape Town brings together professional chefs and celebrity cooks for live cooking demos paired with talks by health and wellness experts. This plant-based conference doubles as a trade show/expo with hundreds of products, launches, and exclusive offers at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

Bongeziwe Mabandla at Hearty Collective

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 22:00

Hearty Collective

Music

South African artist Bongeziwe Mabandla performs a live set at Hearty Collective in Cape Town. Expect an intimate night of Afro-soul and world music, with Mabandla's emotive vocals and woven guitar textures filling the venue.

12 Day Silent Meditation Retreat in Cape Town, South Africa

Fri, 29 May 2026

Stanford, Western Cape, South Africa

Wellness

A 12-day silent meditation retreat in Cape Town (10 full days of silence) hosted by Satya Retreats. Arrival and departure days included, set in peaceful surroundings designed for awakening, healing, and transformation through mindfulness and inner retreat.

WeRHouse ft JIMPSTER x RALF GUM

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 23:00

Colorbox Studios

Music

A headlining electronic night at ColourBox Studios featuring Jimpster and Ralf Gum. Cape Town's intimate venue promises deep house and soulful techno vibes, with club-style atmosphere, expert mixing, and immersive late-night dancing.

Morning Melodies - Kim Kallie and Judy Page

Wed, 27 May 2026

Artscape Theatre Centre

Music

Morning Melodies presents a morning concert by Kim Kallie and Judy Page at Baxter Theatre Centre, crafted for senior audiences with accessible, professional vocal repertoire in an intimate Cape Town venue.

UWC Fast & Flat

Sun, 31 May 2026

Destiny Cape Town

Sports

UWC Fast & Flat is a fast, flat road race taking place in Cape Town near the UWC campus. Expect a course with minimal elevation designed for quick times, appealing to serious runners and those chasing personal bests in a supportive, city-location setting.

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