CAPE EVENT GUIDE

october

Water Buffalo Tour at Rietvlei

Babylonstoren invites guests to Rietvlei, home to the farm’s herd of water buffalo, for a new hands-on tour that awakens all five senses and draws visitors into the rhythms of working farm life.

october

Wine Tastings and Charcuterie at Vergelegen

Enjoy a glass of wine on arrival, plus four vintage wines. A selection of local cheeses, plus pancetta and homemade preserves, served with herb sourdough crackers is also on offer.

october

Easy Fridays at La Motte

L’Ami Family Brasserie invites you to end your week at La Motte with a delicious new Easy Friday Menu.

october

The Oak Restaurant at Grande Provence

Experience leisurely winter lunches at The Oak Restaurant at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate.

october

Marble Adds Seven Colours to Sunday Brunch

Marble Cape Town, the landmark rooftop dining destination at the V&A Waterfront, is adding even more colour to winter with the launch of Seven Colour Sundays Brunch.

october

Breakfast at MIKO, Mont Rochelle

Mornings at MIKO begin slowly, with views across the Franschhoek valley and vineyards. Head Chef Terence’s menu celebrates South African flavour and local ingredients.

october

At DUSK We Dine

The Winelands’ answer to superlative avant garde experiential fine dining. Whether you’re joining for the Signature Tasting Menu or the new Á la Carte Menu, your evening unfolds at its own pace.

october

A New Season at the Leopard’s Leap South African Table

Fans of the Leopard’s Leap South African Table will be delighted to hear that this acclaimed culinary experience focusing on authentic South African flavours, is reopening to a brand-new season of food and wine enjoyment.

october

Brunch in Bloom at Babylonstoren

Guests can gather their loved ones for a leisurely, abundant brunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant on Saturdays and Sundays.

october

JAN Franschhoek Season V Opens

JAN Franschhoek will be open for dinner from Wednesday to Saturday, from 4 September 2026 until 30 April 2027.

october

Cellar Stories and Babylonstoren Wines

In the September episode of BabylonSTORIES, cellar master Klaas Stoffberg takes us behind the scenes for a cellar walkthrough and private tasting.

october

La Motte Classical Music Concert Summer Series

Inspired by owner and well-known mezzo-soprano, Hanneli Rupert’s love for classical music, the programme of monthly concerts includes an exceptional variety of acclaimed international and local artists.

october

Muse Gallery Exhibition

Step into a season of colour, texture and imagination at Muse Gallery. Explore an inspiring selection of paintings, drawings, sculpture and ceramics by South African and international artists, set among the beauty of Franschhoek.

october

Live Music at MIKO, Mont Rochelle

As October evenings settle in, MIKO comes alive with live music every Saturday, 7pm to 9pm. Guests can settle in for an evening of great company, soulful sounds and MIKO’s seasonal menu.

october

Pierneef Wine & Art Experience

Presented from the historic ambience of the La Motte Manor House (circa 1758), the intimate Pierneef Wine & Art Experience offers a unique opportunity to explore the exceptional art of the South African master.

october

The Royal Countess Returns to Century City

The Royal Countess Zingara is returning to Century City in Cape Town by popular demand, this time with Melanina – Return to Origin, a brand new production.

october

The Galileo Open Air Cinema Returns!

Expect dog-friendly shows, themed nights to dress up, elevated date-night experiences at a Royale, and spectacular new venues, vendors, movies and more alongside all of the fan favourites that make The Galileo great.

october

Taste of Monneaux at Monneaux Restaurant

Be among the first to experience Monneaux Restaurant’s new seasonal dishes with the Summer Taste of Monneaux in Franschhoek.

october

Mind Matters Summit™ 2026

A city-wide roll-out of events leads Cape Town into the Mind Matters Summit™ this October. From daily training sessions to a live global broadcast from Robben Island.

october

Design Week South Africa 2026

Design Week South Africa, presented by Pinterest, returns to Cape Town from 22-25 October 2026, bringing together designers, architects, artists, makers, brands and creative practitioners for four days.

oct/nov

Garden Town Stellenbosch Returns

Private gardens, floral celebrations, local makers, food, wine and outdoor experiences will bring Stellenbosch to life for spring.

october

Cape Town International Kite Festival Returns

This year’s theme, #ColourTheSky, celebrates the power of connection and the difference each of us can make in creating brighter, more supportive communities.

october

Sandt’s Legacy of Dance Gala at Artscape

Dutch National Ballet principal dancer Anna Ol and soloist Jan Špunda will headline The Legacy of Dance Gala at the Artscape Opera House.

oct/nov

Cape Town City Ballet’s Sensational DRACULA Returns

 Artscape Theatre becomes a world of shadows, seduction and the supernatural as David Nixon CBE’s acclaimed Dracula returns to the stage, presented by Cape Town City Ballet.

october

Caroline’s 2026 White Wine & Cap Classique Review

Hosted by Caroline Rillema of the legendary Caroline’s Fine Wine Cellar, this showcase offers wine enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience an unparalleled lineup of the Cape’s flagship white wines and Cap Classiques.

oct/nov

Explore Vergelegen’s Spectacular Spring Gardens on a Guided Tour

Every spring brings a new opportunity to breathe fresh life into your garden, and where better to gain inspiration and expert advice than Vergelegen Wine Estate.

october

Bliss Family Festival

Bliss Family Festival, supported by Standard Bank Private, launches at La Paris Estate in Franschhoek, offering families the feeling of a summer music festival in one easy, full-day format.

oct/nov

Sip & Savour @ the River

Join them at Rietvallei Wine Estate for a weekend of wine tastings, local cuisine, live music, family entertainment, and breathtaking views in the heart of the Robertson Wine Valley.

nov

Babylonstoren Workshops

From festive decorations and baking to gardening, blacksmithing, birding and woodwork, Babylonstoren’s November workshops offer locals many ways to learn with their hands and spend meaningful time on the farm.

nov

Franschhoek Through A Creative Lens

Franschhoek comes alive with creativity when Franschhoek Creates transforms the valley into a vibrant celebration of art, culture and collaboration.

nov

CONFECTIONS X COLLECTIONS

The multi-day event pays homage to the hotel’s iconic gardens, with four visionary designers from across the continent exploring the botanical theme over a series of chapters.

nov

Joburg Ballet’s Critically Acclaimed Celestial Bodies Heads to Cape Town

Joburg Ballet’s critically acclaimed Celestial Bodies – a fusion of ballet, science, live piano and cinematic projections, is coming to Cape Town.

nov

Hands On at The Pot Luck Club

Jason Kosmas and Ivor Jones, two of South Africa’s most exciting and respected chefs, will come together at The Pot Luck Club for a six-course collaboration that invites guests to put down their cutlery and get closer to the food.

nov

The Polo Gathering of the Season 

Watch some of the world’s top polo players and ponies compete in a riveting international match as South Africa takes on England in the Standard Bank Polo Test Match at Val de Vie Estate.

nov

International Festival Brings the World of Cocktails to the Mother City

Cape Town is getting ready to shake, stir, pour and party as AJABU Cocktail & Spirits Festival returns to the Mother City.

nov

Creedence – A Clearwater Revival at Franschhoek Cellar

Cape Town’s finest musicians bring that sound back to the stage. Armand De Vries, Dave Goldberg, Dieter Stutz and Adrian Mellema have decades of local and international experience between them.

nov

Taste of Cape Town

Taste of Cape Town brings twelve of the city’s most celebrated restaurants into one field at Green Point Cricket Club. Every guest eats from the same menus, at the same prices.

dec

Babylonstoren’s Final Harvest Table

Set at one long table in a secret location on the farm, this intimate occasion celebrates summer abundance with a magnificent feast showcasing the best of the harvest.

dec

Franschhoek’s Cap Classique & Champagne Festival

The Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival, presented by Capitec and Franschhoek Wine Valley, returns to the Huguenot Monument, setting the scene for a weekend of summer, style and sparkling wine.

dec/jan

Oliver! The Musical at Artscape

Pieter Toerien with Cape Town Opera, by special arrangement with Cameron Mackintosh, is delighted to announce the principal cast for Lionel Bart’s OLIVER!, directed by Steven Stead and coming to the Artscape Opera House.

dec/feb

Alan Committie Returns to Theatre on the Bay

Funnyman and 2023 Comedy Hall of fame inductee, Alan Committie returns to his favourite theatre in all the land – Theatre On The Bay – to bring you his 29^th brand-new stand up show.

january

Music Headliners Coming to Mzansi with fabric London

Some of the biggest names in contemporary electronic music are heading to South Africa this January.

february

Icelandic Rockers Kaleo to Make South African Debut

Some of the biggest names in contemporary electronic music are heading to South Africa this January.