What to in Cape Town this weekend (24th – 27th April)

Yet another long weekend will be upon us soon and you need to start planning right away. The best way to enjoy the long weekend in the Mother City is to take full advantage of all the amazing activities the city has to offer, here are a few you should check out.

Cabaret Musical at The Fugard Theatre – 24 April
The same team who created The Rocky Horror Show performance are indulging audiences with another brilliant musical called Cabaret, at the Fugard Theatre. The show has a unique South African touch as most of the cast and crew are locals, who have brought the amazing tale to life especially for you. So, be prepared to be blown away with this inspiring performance and dazzling choreography.

Date: 24 April
Time: 20:00 until late
Venue: The Fugard Theatre
Price: R100 – R280

Vintage Ideas Market – 25 April
Spend your Saturday browsing through stalls and stalls of beautiful things from yesteryear. The Vintage Ideas Market will spring to live again and all the antique, old-fashioned homeware and clothing lovers will gather and enjoy the galore of vintage goods. The market will have close to 40 vendors, large amounts of food, wine and beer and even a country wedding expo.

Date: 25 April
Time: 9:30 – 16:00
Venue: Simondium Country Lodge
Price: Free – R30

Sunday Lunch Buffet at Thali Thali Game Lodge – 26 April
Sundays were specifically made for spending time feasting with your family and friends. So, this Sunday make sure you’re at the Thali Thali Game Lodge for the wildlife reserve’s delicious buffet lunch, which is both yummy and affordable at the same time. The buffet will feature a range of foods from potjies and curries to pumpkin fritters, sweet potatoes and venison pie. Don’t forget to help yourself to cheesecake or malva pudding afterwards.

Date: 26 April
Time: 12:00 – 15:00
Venue: Thali Thali Game Lodge
Price: R70 – R140

South African Cheese Festival – 27 April
Are you in the mood to treat yourself to some Gouda, brie or blues? Well, the cheesy food festival returns to Stellenbosch this year. Once again this festival will allow you to celebrate amazing world-class local and international cheeses and delicious wines; special attention is made especially to the artisan and boutique cheese makers. This yummy festival is all about craft, creativity and eating cheesy treats!

Date: 27 April
Time: 10:00 – 18:00
Venue: Sandringham Farm
Price: Free – R130

Do you know what you’re doing this weekend? Choose from festivals to delicious foods, be sure to catch some of these events in Cape Town this long weekend.

Visiting Cape Town this weekend? Book in at 808 Cartwright for an affordable, self-catering apartment. Need a shuttle service to and from Cape Town International Airport? Contact Airport Shuttle today.

Written By: Christine Romans

What to do in Cape Town this Easter Weekend (3rd – 6th April)

Ring in the Easter Weekend with plenty of fun-filled events… you can do anything this weekend, from joling on Friday and Saturday night to family Easter adventures on Sunday.

Friday Night at The Bay Harbour Market – 3 April

There’s only one place you should make a beeline for this Friday and that’s the Bay Harbour Market in Hout Bay! Although a lot of people call it the sleepy seaside village, the Bay Harbour Market has more energy than the Road Runner after a sugar overload. The Market will be filled with the usual manic Friday vibe, amazing craft beers, a jam-packed live music line-up, mouth-watering homemade food and the stores do business as usual.

Date: 3 April
Time: 17:00 – 21:00
Venue: Bay Harbour Market
Price: FREE

House DJ Billy Kenny Concert in Cape Town – 4 April
The British house and techno king, Billy Kenny, is bringing the beats to the Mother City this Saturday. If you are a house addict, listen carefully. The Imperial has got you covered this Easter weekend… Although Billy Kenny has only recently joined the scene with his hit single “Work” last year, this guy has got quite a devoted following. So, Kenny will definitely make sure you have an unbelievable evening. You can also get amped up for performances by other amazing beatmakers like The Funk Connection who create a truly original live electronic performance unlike anything else!

Date: 4 April
Time: 21:00 until late
Venue: Imperial
Price: R80 – R100

ABSA KKNK Festival – 5 April
Grab your friends and family and enjoy this amazing Afrikaans arts and culture festival in Outshoorn this Sunday. The Klein Karoo National Arts Festival is an eight day multi-platform performance affair that features theatrical productions, concerts, kiddies entertainment, dance performances and visual art installations.

Date: 5 April
Time: 08:00 until late
Venue: Various locations in Outshoorn
Price: Various

The Golden Easter Egg Hunt at Kenilworth Racecourse – 6 April
Immerse yourself in the horse races while the little ones take part in the awesome Easter egg hunt! This year’s event is truly a winning one, the kiddies can even collect R10,00 in loot when they scavenge for Easter eggs! Here’s what to expect on this amazing family day with the whole clan… world class racing, massive prizes, a visit from the Easter bunny and a deliciously tasty buffet.  

Date: 6 April
Time: 11:00 – 17:00
Venue: Kenilworth Racecourse
Price: FREE

There is plenty happening in the Mother City this Easter weekend to keep you and your family busy, make sure to plan ahead and check out some of these great events!

Book in at 808 Cartwright Corner this Easter weekend and enjoy the luxurious comfort and amazing views of Cape Town. Need a shuttle service to and from Cape Town International Airport? Contact Airport Shuttle today!

Written By: Christine Romans