Formal · Events in Cape Town

Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show Public Tasting

Fri, 19 Jun 2026

Foreshore

Food

Sample South Africa's top wines judged at the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show in its 16th year. The public tasting at Foreshore gives wine lovers a chance to sample award-winning wines from the show and explore judges' notes and regional favorites.

Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay on Strings

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 22:30

Star Theatre

Music

Experience a candlelit evening at Star Theatre in Cape Town as a live string ensemble performs Coldplay favorites. This 60‑minute concert features intimate arrangements and the warm glow of candlelight, turning beloved songs into a cinematic, emotional experience.

Morning Melodies

Wed, 24 Jun 2026

Artscape Theatre Centre

Music

Morning Melodies at Baxter Theatre Centre offers accessible, affordable morning concerts for seniors in the Western Cape. Professionally presented in the UCT venue, this series pairs quality classical programming with a welcoming, intimate atmosphere.

MOYO Kirstenbosch Indoor Concert Classics

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 at 20:30

Moyo Restaurant Kirstenbosch

Music

An intimate classical-music evening at Moyo Restaurant in Kirstenbosch, featuring a curated program of timeless pieces performed indoors. Enjoy refined dining in a scenic garden setting as skilled musicians bring elegant melodies to life.

Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival

Sat, 4 Jul 2026 · All day

Stellenbosch

Festival

Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival showcases ten days of exquisite classical chamber music in Stellenbosch, featuring renowned local and international artists and ongoing student coaching. Expect intimate ensembles and high-caliber performances in a scenic South African town.

The “PIRATES of PENZANCE”

Sat, 4 Jul 2026 at 10:00

Artscape Theatre Centre

Theater

Cape Town G&S presents a bold new staging of Gilbert and Sullivan’s swashbuckling comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance, at Artscape Theatre Centre. Expect lively melodies, witty patter, and sparkling period costumes in a rich, theatrical production.

WISAWater Institute of South Africa biennial Conference & Exhibition

Wed, 22 Jul 2026

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

The WISA Water Conference & Exhibition gathers water professionals, researchers, and policymakers for talks, panels, and a trade show at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. Topics cover water sustainability, public health, climate resilience, and socio-economic development.

My Children! My Africa

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 at 10:00

Artscape Theatre Centre

Theater

My Children! My Africa is Athol Fugard's poignant drama set in 1984 rural Eastern Cape, where a passionate teacher seeks to ignite a love of learning amid apartheid. This production at Artscape Theatre Centre invites you into a classroom where courage, friendship, and contested ideals shape young minds. A powerful, thought-provoking South African theatre experience.

Epic Job Expo 2026

Tue, 4 Aug 2026 · All day

University of Cape Town

Lecture

Epic Job Expo 2026 at the University of Cape Town brings together employers, recruiters, and students for on-campus career booths, information sessions, and immediate networking. Attendees can explore internships and entry-level roles in a professional, campus-friendly setting.

13th South African International Ballet Competition

Tue, 4 Aug 2026 at 10:00

Artscape Theatre Centre

Theater

Experience Africa's largest ballet competition at Artscape Theatre Centre as the 13th South African International Ballet Competition brings world-class dancers to Cape Town, August 4–6, 2026. Expect dazzling performances and international talent in a premier performing-arts setting.

Hamlet

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 at 10:00

Artscape Theatre Centre

Theater

Shakespeare's Hamlet returns to the Artscape Theatre Centre in a bold new production by Abrahamse & Meyer, following acclaimed seasons across Europe. Expect a visually striking, language-rich interpretation of the tragedy with contemporary staging and intense performances.

Commercial loan financing

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 at 11:00

University of Cape Town

Lecture

An academic lecture at the University of Cape Town on commercial loan financing, exploring loan structures, risk allocation, and regulatory considerations in business finance. Designed for students and professionals in law and finance, with real-world implications for corporate lending.

16th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion

Wed, 2 Sept 2026 at 11:00

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

An international conference bringing researchers, practitioners, and policymakers together to advance injury prevention and safety promotion. Attendees will explore the latest evidence, practical strategies, and policy solutions at CTICC in Cape Town.

Cape Town City Ballet: Coppélia - A Celebration of Youth

Sat, 19 Sept 2026 at 21:00

Joseph Stone Auditorium

Theater

Cape Town City Ballet presents Coppélia, marking the culmination of a five-month youth development programme. Set in the intimate Joseph Stone Auditorium, the evening spotlights emerging young dancers alongside the company, blending classical ballet with youthful energy and ensemble chemistry.

Cape Town City Ballet: Velvet Feathers

Sat, 26 Sept 2026 at 21:00

The Galileo - Norval Foundation

Theater

Cape Town City Ballet presents Velvet Feathers at Norval Foundation, a poetic tribute to classical ballet. Expect refined choreography, lush partnering, and a visually rich program that showcases timeless beauty and precision on stage.

Talks on Katha Upanishad by Sri Swami Advaitananda

Fri, 9 Oct 2026

Cape Town, South Africa

Lecture

An evening spiritual lecture in Cape Town by Sri Swami Advaitananda on the Katha Upanishad, hosted at Ananda Kutir Ashrama. The discourse blends Vedantic wisdom with yogic insight, inviting attendees to contemplate key Upanishadic ideas under the guidance of the Divine Life Society.

World Health Expo Cape Town

Tue, 13 Oct 2026

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

World Health Expo Cape Town gathers thousands of global healthcare leaders, innovators, and pioneers under one roof at the Cape Town International Convention Centre to trade, learn, and network. A premier industry conference and trade show connecting Africa’s healthcare market.

UCT Ibuyambo Orchestra presents Fragments of Sarah

Fri, 16 Oct 2026

Artscape Theatre Centre

Theater

An interdisciplinary theatre performance by the UCT Ibuyambo Orchestra at Baxter Theatre Centre, Fragments of Sarah combines sound, movement and storytelling to reflect on the life and legacy of Sarah Baartman. This poignant piece blends music and theatre to explore memory, identity and history.

Solar & Storage Live South Africa — Cape Town

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

Solar & Storage Live South Africa takes place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, bringing together energy value-chain stakeholders and innovators to showcase solar and storage technology and services shaping the country’s energy transition.

The GDN Network Annual Meeting 2026

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 at 11:00

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

The GDN Network Annual Meeting 2026 gathers researchers, practitioners, and policy professionals at the Cape Town International Convention Centre for a full-day conference featuring keynote talks, expert panels, workshops, and structured networking sessions.

ACCESS Masters Cape Town – Graduate Admissions Expo

Sun, 1 Nov 2026

Nov. 2026 (?)

Conference

ACCESS Masters Cape Town connects prospective graduate students with admissions representatives from top master's programs worldwide. Attendees can explore programs in business, management, marketing and finance through one-on-one meetings and small group talks at a trade-show style expo in Cape Town.

District Six Museum: November 2026 Admission Tickets

Mon, 2 Nov 2026 · All day

25A Buitenkant St

Art

Purchase November 2026 admission tickets to the District Six Museum in Cape Town. Explore exhibits detailing the area's history and stories of forced removals, with convenient online booking via Quicket.

AfricaCom: Pan-African Communications Conference

Mon, 16 Nov 2026

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Conference

AfricaCom offers a premier Pan-African communications conference with a high-level program and a co-located networking expo in Cape Town. Attendees will gain insights from industry peers, meet clients, and forge new contacts across the continent.

Roméo et Juliette

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 at 10:00

Artscape Theatre Centre

Theater

Cape Town Opera presents Charles Gounod's Roméo et Juliette at Artscape Theatre Centre. A towering tragedy of forbidden love and feuding families, featuring lush duets, vibrant sets, and a full-scale orchestra. Subtitled performance in French with English translation.

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