Casual & Easygoing Events in Cape Town

Footloose | The Musical

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 19:00

Elkanah House High School

Theater

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.

Yoga Foundations

Wed, 6 May 2026

Cape Town, South Africa

Wellness

Explore the basics of yoga in a 4-week small-group program designed to move beginners into a steady, ongoing practice. In Cape Town, this Foundations course covers alignment, breath, and mindful movement to build confidence and consistency.

Milk workshop: butter, cheese & yogurt at Soetmelksvlei

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Workshop

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.

Pecan baking workshop: pecan pie & carrot cake

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Workshop

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

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 19:00

Table View Primary School

Theater

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.

Joshua Na Die Reen at The Daisy Jones Bar

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:00

The Daisy Jones Bar

Music

South African act Joshua Na Die Reen performs an intimate live set at The Daisy Jones Bar in Cape Town. Expect indie-tinged folk, warm storytelling, and crowd-pleasing tunes in a cozy bar atmosphere.

Craft a traditional wood & riempie stool

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Workshop

Join a hands-on woodworking workshop at Babylonstoren’s Soetmelksvlei to craft a traditional riempie stool from scratch. Learn seat-weaving and natural-wood techniques in a rustic farm setting with expert guidance, creating a functional keepsake.

One Man Show Picnic at The Ostrich Cape Town

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 12:00

The Ostrich - Cape Town

Theater

Join a casual afternoon at The Ostrich in Cape Town for a one-man show picnic. A solo performer delivers intimate storytelling and comic sketches in an outdoor setting, blending theatre with a relaxed picnic vibe under sunny skies.

Walk for the Wild at Delheim Wine Estate

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 20:00

Cape Winelands Venue

Community

Join Walk for the Wild on May 9, 2026 at Delheim Wine Estate in the Cape Winelands for an outdoor nature walk that raises funds for leopard conservation and habitat protection. A casual, adventurous community event with scenic vineyard views and a positive conservation message.

Chicago

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 21:30

The Galileo - Kirstenbosch Garden

Film

Outdoor cinema night at The Galileo in Kirstenbosch Garden features the 2002 musical crime comedy Chicago. Enjoy a stylish film under the stars in a lush garden venue in Cape Town, with an iconic ensemble and award-winning songs that make this open-air screening memorable.

Absa RUN YOUR CITY Cape Town 10k

Sun, 10 May 2026

Destiny Cape Town

Sports

Join the Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10k, a prominent outdoor road race through Cape Town. This city-run 10k delivers an urban, scenic route past landmarks and coastlines, welcoming runners of many levels and drawing locals and visitors to a well-organized race experience.

Dan Patlansky at The Daisy Jones Bar

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 15:00

The Daisy Jones Bar

Music

Dan Patlansky performs blues-rock live at The Daisy Jones Bar in Cape Town on May 10, 2026, delivering soulful guitar work and high-energy vocals in an intimate bar setting.

Raaf at Allee Bleue Wine Estate

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 16:00

Allee Bleue Wine Estate

Music

Raaf performs live at the Allee Bleue Wine Estate in Cape Town on May 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Enjoy an intimate winery concert with melodic vocals and vineyard ambiance, perfect for a relaxed afternoon.

Compost 101: Let's get down and dirty

Tue, 12 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Workshop

Join Compost 101 at Babylonstoren for a practical, hands-on workshop on composting and soil nutrient cycling. Learn layering, turning, and troubleshooting to turn kitchen scraps into rich garden soil and reduce waste in your outdoor space.

The Human League & Blancmange

Tue, 12 May 2026 at 21:00

GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World

Music

Two iconic 80s synth-pop acts, The Human League and Blancmange, bring a back-to-future night to GrandWest in Cape Town. Expect a pulsating evening of electronic hits, catchy choruses, and nostalgic stagecraft inside the indoor Casino venue.

Master meat: make your own salami at Soetmelksvlei

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Food

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.

About Time

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 21:30

The Galileo - Kirstenbosch Garden

Film

Watch About Time at The Galileo in Kirstenbosch Garden. A romantic comedy-drama with time-travel twists, shown in an intimate outdoor garden cinema under Cape Town's evening sky. A charming blend of love, humor, and whimsy set in a lush garden venue.

NEWS24 BREAKFAST: ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE GNU

Fri, 15 May 2026 at 12:00

Reuben's Restaurant, Daniel Hugo St

Lecture

Join News24 for a breakfast briefing at Reuben's Restaurant as analysts examine South Africa's GNU-era coalition: is the governing alliance durable or destined to fracture? A timely, morning discussion on current politics, coalition dynamics, and the road ahead for the country.

Watershed

Fri, 15 May 2026 at 20:00

Simon's Restaurant

Music

Catch a live Watershed show at Simon's Restaurant in Cape Town. An intimate, casual evening of indie-leaning rock in a cozy restaurant setting, with affordable tickets at ZAR 39 and a warm, up-close vibe.

Grease

Fri, 15 May 2026 at 21:30

The Galileo - Kirstenbosch Garden

Film

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.

Easterns 15km Road Race

Sat, 16 May 2026

Destiny Cape Town

Sports

The Easterns 15km Road Race takes place in Cape Town on May 16, 2026. This outdoor mid-distance race invites runners of varying levels to challenge their pace along scenic city streets, with energetic crowds cheering along the route.

About Time - Final Show of the Season

Sat, 16 May 2026 at 21:30

The Galileo - Kirstenbosch Garden

Film

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.

International Bee Day

Wed, 20 May 2026 at 12:00

Babylonstoren

Community

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.

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.

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