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Events & Festivals 2026

Live music, cultural festivals, food markets, and unmissable experiences happening in and around Cape Town.

◆ Upcoming Events — 2026
Mar
27-28
2026

Cape Town International Jazz Festival

Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

Africa's Grandest Gathering — one of the continent's largest jazz festivals featuring a stellar lineup of local and international artists across multiple stages.

Jazz Music Festival Annual
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Apr
2
2026

Basement Jaxx at Kirstenbosch

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

UK electronic legends Basement Jaxx perform a DJ set at the iconic Kirstenbosch Gardens as part of the Kiss Kiss daytime festival. Dance under Table Mountain.

Electronic Outdoor Daytime
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Apr
11
2026

Bryan Adams

The Castle of Good Hope, Cape Town

Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams performs at one of Cape Town's most historic venues — the Castle of Good Hope, a 17th-century military fortress in the CBD.

Rock Live Concert Historic Venue
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Apr
25-26
2026

Ultra South Africa

Cape Town

South Africa's edition of the world-famous Ultra Music Festival, bringing the biggest names in electronic dance music to Cape Town for two days of non-stop beats.

EDM Festival International
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May
12
2026

Boyz II Men

GrandWest Grand Arena

The best-selling R&B group of all time returns to South Africa. Four Grammy Awards and over 60 million albums sold — expect a night of timeless classics.

R&B Live Concert Legends
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May
27
2026

UB40 feat. Ali Campbell

Grand Arena, GrandWest

Reggae-pop legends UB40 featuring Ali Campbell bring their iconic sound to Cape Town. An evening of timeless hits that defined a generation.

Reggae Live Concert
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Jun
2
2026

Dave — The Boy Who Played the Harp Tour

Cape Town (venue TBC)

British rapper and songwriter Dave brings his critically acclaimed tour to Cape Town. Known for his introspective lyrics and genre-bending sound.

Hip-Hop UK Rap Tour
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◆ Annual Highlights & Recurring Events

First Thursdays

Every first Thursday of the month

Cape Town's art-walk event — galleries, boutiques, and bars open their doors for free exhibitions, live music, and special events across the CBD and Woodstock.

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Neighbourgoods Market

Every Saturday, 9:00 – 15:00

Woodstock's famous food market at the Old Biscuit Mill. Artisan food stalls, fresh produce, craft drinks, and live music. A Cape Town Saturday tradition.

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Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts

November – March (Sundays)

Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy live music on the lawns of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens with Table Mountain as backdrop. The quintessential Cape Town experience.

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Cape Town Cycle Tour

March (annually)

The world's largest individually timed cycle race, winding 109km around the Cape Peninsula. Even if you don't ride, the energy and atmosphere are incredible.

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🎫 Stay Updated

This page is regularly updated with new events. For the latest listings, check What's On in Cape Town or Cape Town Magazine.