Events

Indulge your senses and immerse yourself in the essence of the Cape Winelands at the inaugural Winelands Autumn Expo, taking place in the picturesque town of Worcester on 24 and 25 May 2024. For the first time ever, experience the magic of the Winelands all under one roof! After all the hustle and bustle of summer, join us as we… Read more →

Attention weebs and pop culture lovers! It’s Comic Con Cape Town this weekend and tickets are moving fast. With the first two days already sold out, fans from across the country are coming together to experience pop culture and gaming from Saturday, 27 April, to the public holiday next week, Wednesday, 1 May. Also read: A dummies’ guide to Comic Con: Welcome… Read more →

In celebration of the 2024 UN Chinese Language Day, the Iziko South African Museum in Cape Town hosted the opening ceremony of ‘The Spirits on Turtle Shells and Cattle Bones: Oracle Bone Script Art Exhibition.’ Organised by several institutions, including the Centre for Language Education and Cooperation, ChinesePlus, the Central Academy of Fine Arts (CAFA) and local Chinese language associations,… Read more →

Join the Iziko Museums of South Africa in commemorating Freedom Day on Saturday, 27 April 2024, with free entry to selected museums. This special initiative allows you to explore and engage with the rich cultural and historical heritage sitting within these iconic institutions – at no cost. Cape {town} Etc discount: Looking for things to do in the city, at half… Read more →

Calling all Comic Con fanatics! Comic Con Cape Town is fast approaching and, in the spirit of preparing for the hype train, we’re giving one lucky Cape {town} Etc reader the chance to dive head-first into the world of pop culture and gaming with three friends. Also read: A dummies’ guide to Comic Con: Welcome to the hype train The… Read more →

With Freedom Day this Saturday, 27 April, the Kuier@TheCastle market will serve as the perfect way to celebrate the spirit of Ubuntu. The Kuier@TheCastle market, organised by the Craft + Design Institute (CDI) in partnership with the Castle of Good Hope, is the Cape Town CBD’s biggest new monthly market that aims to showcase a diverse array of Cape Town’s… Read more →

The Norval Foundation and Mount Nelson have joined forces to present the ‘Mother City’ exhibition. Curated by RESERVOIR, this collaboration marks Mount Nelson’s 125th anniversary by infusing the legendary Belmond property with contemporary artworks from the Norval Foundation’s Collection. Named after Cape Town’s historical moniker, ‘Mother City,’ the exhibition explores complex themes centred around the symbolic role of the mother… Read more →

Pictures and words: Ashraf Hendricks / GroundUp A dog may be a person’s ‘best friend’ but for homeless people, there are almost no shelters that will take them and their four-legged companions. Also read: Fatal Cape Town fires leave two dead and thousands homeless Nico and Amanda Von Wielligh found themselves without work and homeless in George. Having nowhere to go,… Read more →

Nama Xaba will make just his fourth start of the season as the DHL Stormers have sought a like-for-like replacement for the injured Deon Fourie against Ospreys on Saturday. The DHL Stormers had a number of options to consider for replacing Fourie, who has been ruled out for the season after undergoing surgery on a knee ligament injury he suffered… Read more →

The Franschhoek Literary Festival is back with an exciting line-up of local and international authors, promising a great experience for book lovers from 17 to 19 May. Regarded as a highlight on the literary calendar, this year’s festival will feature renowned authors, stimulating discussions, interactive workshops and poetry readings. Cape {town} Etc discount: Looking for things to do in the city… Read more →