Besides being one of the most beautiful cities in all of Africa, Cape Town is also well-known for its free spirits and vibrant nightlife. From concerts to wine tastings and various sports events, there is always something going on in the city. Let’s take a look at some of the most interesting events in Cape Town this weekend.
1 Franschhoek Summer Wines (February 2)
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If you wish to try seasonally inspired wines presented by Franschhoek Vignerons, head out to Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards in Franschhoek this Saturday to attend the fabulous Franschhoek Summer Wines event. The wine list for this event is extensive and includes light red wines, rose, Méthode Cap Classique, and white wine. There is a nice enclosed patio at the estate where you can sip on your favorite wines. As for the food, Chef Pieter de Jager and his team are in charge of preparing delicious local specialties to match your wine. Tickets for this event cost between R230 and R280 and include a complimentary wine glass and wine tasting. The dress code for this event is white.
Venue: Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards, R45 Main Rd, Franschhoek
2 February Summer Concerts at the V&A Waterfront (February 2)
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There is an abundance of interesting events in Cape Town in January and live music performances at the V&A Waterfront’s Amphitheatre definitely fall into this category. This Saturday, the popular Italian singer/songwriter, Zingara is scheduled to perform at the V&A Waterfront’s Amphitheatre at 7 pm this Saturday. Her mixture of soul and future-jazz music which was influenced by her time spent in Bali will make your hips start shaking. This event is presented by Mercedes-Benz.
Venue: V&A Waterfront’s Amphitheatre, Cape Town
3 The Soil Live at Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts (February 3)
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Famous for mixing musical genres like Afro-soul, jazz, and hip hop, The Soil is an award-winning Soul and Jazz A Capella band from South Africa. On Sunday afternoon, this rocking band will be performing at the lovely Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. The band’s self-titled album went platinum with over 50,000 copies sold. For the ultimate experience at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, bring along blankets and a picnic and enjoy the performance of the famous Soil. For more information, please visit the FB page of the event https://www.facebook.com/events/470465246806262/.
Venue: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Ave, Newlands, Cape Town
4 The Misanthrope (February 3)
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The Misanthrope at the Fugard Theatre is probably one of the most interesting events in Cape Town this Sunday. Presented by Comédie-Française, the Misanthrope play tells us the story of Alcest who falls in love with Célimène, a girl from the Parisian high society. We won’t reveal any more details about what happens next in the play, but let’s say that Misanthrope is definitely worth watching and the tickets cost only R100 per person.
Venue: Fugard Theatre, Cr Caledon & Lower Buitenkant Str, District Six, Zonnebloem, Cape Town
Looking for more things to do in Cape Town this weekend? You can check out a range of tours packages you can enjoy. Be sure to follow us on Facebook or check out our blog, which has a huge range of ideas on what to see and do, where to stay and how to put every moment of your weekend to good use. If you’re planning a longer stay, be sure to get in touch. We will help you find the perfect place to stay in Cape Town this weekend or any other weekend you plan to visit.
