Whats Happening This Weekend in Cape Town

Kick off your Cape Town weekend right! Our Friday newsletter spotlights unmissable events, an exclusive Takealot giveaway with epic prizes, plus insider tips, deals, and so much more.

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Unlock the ultimate Cape Town experience with our Friday newsletter from CapeTourism.com! We're all about bringing you the very best that the Mother City has to offer, ensuring your weekends are nothing short of spectacular. Dive into a curated selection of thrilling events, buzzing parties, exclusive deals, and unique activities that showcase the city. We're here to make sure you never miss a beat and enjoy every moment Cape Town has to offer. Plus, our exciting giveaways add a dash of fun to your plans. Let’s get started!

Tiny Owls Baby Home in Durbanville, Cape Town, South Africa, offers care for abandoned and relinquished babies awaiting adoption. Founded in 2017, they've nurtured many infants, providing individualized love, medical care, and a nurturing start. As CapeTourism.com's official 2026 Charity Partner, they save and shelter vulnerable babies until forever homes are found.

Follow Tiny Owls Baby Home @tinyowls_babyhome
Help this amazing charity: donate or volunteer at tinyowls.org.za or call +27 21 036 0062

Cape Town's biggest multi-sport extravaganza returns bigger than ever to Green Point Common Fields on 6-7 February 2026 (team registration Thu 5 Feb). Dive into 7 thrilling sports, netball, rugby, touch rugby, cricket, dodgeball, padel & golf, plus 3 music stages, beer tents, rugby legends, food stalls, dance parties, fancy dress parades, VIP area & non-stop entertainment. Kids under 10 FREE! Fri: gates open at 07:00, games/music from 08:00. Sat: similar action till 23:00. Prizes galore! Tickets from R125.
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Dive into Pink Floyd's timeless magic tonight at Simon's Restaurant, Groot Constantia Wine Estate! Steve Graham's electrifying tribute show unleashes haunting melodies like "Comfortably Numb" and "Wish You Were Here," with masterful guitar prowess, raw passion, and mesmerizing projected visuals. This immersive spectacle transforms the stage into another world, captivating devoted fans and newcomers alike. Experience breathtaking talent and commanding stage presence in Cape Town's Constantia.
When: Friday, 6 February 2026, 20:00 to 22:30
Where: Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia, 7806
Tickets: From R200
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Get ready to groove at The CannaBlue Communion, a chill mantra dance party mixing plant magic, tunes, and good vibes in Cape Town's epic Lotus Hall! Kick off with a sacred CannaBlue pre-roll (blue lotus + cannabis) to spark your senses, then dance free with Brian from Dance Awake.

Sip sunset adaptogenic mocktails, grab yummy bites from Love KosMos, chat with Mantra's Cat about her new plant range launch, and stick around for an epic fireside jam, bring your drums or guitar! R143 early bird tickets cover pre-roll, dance & ritual. Let's move, connect & embody!
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Get ready for another weekend of exploring Cape Town! Our amazing partners at Africaworks and Tiny Owls Baby Home are proud sponsors of this week’s Friday update.

Cape Town metalheads, brace yourselves! Die Gemeente storms the Mother City with mighty The Fallen Prophets and Sabretooth for a ruthless night of heavy riffs at the newly announced venue, Evol Nightclub (69 Hope St, City Centre).

Tonight, Friday, 6 February 2026, doors open at 18:30 till 23:59. No under-18s. Tickets from R100, secure yours now before they sell out! Don't miss this epic takeover.
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Join the magic of the Meerendal Full Moon Hike on Saturday, 7 February 2026, at Meerendal Wine Estate in Durbanville! This family-friendly 5km trail under the moonlight promises laughter, adventure, and stunning night views. Suitable for all ages. Pack a jacket, comfy shoes, and a torch. The hike ends at the Wine Tasting Room with treats for little ones and wine for adults. Rain or shine, no dogs (service dogs OK). Dinner at Bossa Winelands or LaRomantica available. Tickets only via Quicket, no gate sales. Moonrise not guaranteed.
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Relive the Y2K glory at 0h so 2000's Y2K Fashion Icons! Dust off low-rise jeans and flip phones for a wild hip-hop & R&B singalong bash at Destiny Cape Town this Friday, Feb 6 (8PM-4AM). Expect reckless nostalgia with club bangers, guilty pleasures, and hands-in-the-air anthems from the golden era of ringtone rap. No rules, just bad behavior on the dance floor. Sing loud, act up, and misbehave!

DJs: DollaMadeThis, Sir Bongz, Mickz, Bryan, Travis Waggy, Baloka, and Kripto. Doors open at 9PM. Tickets from R75. Grab yours now
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COMING SOON

Our little gift to YOU this February

That Takealot Wishlist of yours has been patiently waiting… staring at you… whispering “add to cart” every time you open the app

We’re changing that right now.

We’re giving away R1 000 Takealot voucher straight from us at CapeTourism.com so you can finally move all those dream items from Wishlist → Cart → Delivered-to-your-door

Whether it’s new hiking gear for the mountains, a dreamy home upgrade, tech you’ve been eyeing, beauty treats, books, baby stuff, or just something that makes life more fun… this one’s for YOU.

Entries close: 28 February 2025 at midnight
Winner announced: 3 March 2025

No catch, no Collab, just us wanting to treat someone in our community and help turn a Wishlist into reality

CapeTourism.com/Africaworks Awards 2025
🏆 The Winners Are In! 🏆

The CapeTourism.com team is thrilled to announce that we're already gearing up for the CapeTourism.com Awards 2026! Building on the success of last year's celebration of Cape Town's brightest businesses, boldest brands, and most beloved experiences, we're setting the stage for an even more spectacular showcase this year.

We can't wait to see what new talents, innovative ideas, and heartfelt stories will emerge in 2026. As always, every nominee will bring something extraordinary to the table, continuing to prove that Cape Town is a city overflowing with talent, creativity, and heart.

So, keep your eyes peeled for updates, sneak peeks, and more as we prepare for another incredible celebration. 🎉 Follow us on our socials: @mycapetourism to join us on this exciting journey!

Congratulations again to all our incredible winners and nominees in 2025! Thank you for making Cape Town shine brighter than ever!

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