At CURIOCITY, we’re proud to be the home of artists, creatives, digital nomads, and curious travellers from around the world. Whether you’re visiting Cape Town for a global conference, major festival, cultural celebration, or sporting event, we’ve got you covered — from social stays to deluxe and private suites designed for the executive traveller.

Cape Town truly has no off-season. From the CTICC and Cape Town Stadium to wine farms, beaches, and city streets, here’s your month-by-month guide to the biggest Cape Town events — and why booking early matters.

JANUARY | Summer Festivals & Creative Energy

New Year’s Day Events
 1 January | Cabo Beach Club & The Grand Beach Club
 Kick off the year with iconic beachfront parties featuring international DJs, sunset views, and high-energy summer crowds.

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival (Kaapse Klopse)
 2 January | CBD & Green Point
 A historic cultural celebration with thousands of performers in vibrant costumes parading through the city to mark Cape Town’s heritage.

Wolfkop Weekender
 Mid-January | Citrusdal (±2 hours from Cape Town)
 A cult-favourite boutique music festival combining electronic beats, nature, art installations, and an intimate crowd.

Milk & Cookies Festival (Summer Edition)
 January | Kenilworth Racecourse
 One of South Africa’s biggest youth-driven music festivals, featuring hip-hop, Amapiano, and international acts.

WAV Festival – We Are Vibrant (Summer Edition)
 January | City Bowl & Woodstock
 A multi-venue arts and culture festival celebrating fashion, music, visual art, and Cape Town’s creative community.

Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts
 January–April | Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
 World-class live music performances set against the slopes of Table Mountain — a Cape Town summer essential.

L’Ormarins King’s Plate
 January | Kenilworth Racecourse
 One of South Africa’s most prestigious horse racing and fashion events.

FEBRUARY | Art, Business & Big Energy

Mining Indaba
 Early February | CTICC & city-wide venues
 Africa’s largest mining investment conference brings global executives, investors, and policymakers to Cape Town.

Investec Cape Town Art Fair
 Mid–Late February | CTICC
 The continent’s leading contemporary art fair, attracting international collectors, galleries, and curators.

Design Indaba (Conference & Expo)
 Late February | CTICC
 A globally respected design and creativity conference showcasing innovation across design, architecture, and technology.

Sun Met
 Late January / Early February | Kenilworth Racecourse
 Africa’s richest horse race, blending high fashion, champagne culture, and elite sporting spectacle.

Black Coffee Weekender
 Late February | The Grand Beach, The Ostrich Farm
 An iconic electronic music weekend headlined by Black Coffee, drawing international visitors and local tastemakers.

MARCH | Music, Sport & Culture

Cape Town Cycle Tour
 Early March | City-wide route
 The world’s largest timed cycling race, attracting tens of thousands of riders and spectators.

Bazique Festival
 Early March | Western Cape
 A boutique music and art festival focused on alternative sounds, immersive experiences, and sustainability.

Infecting the City Public Arts Festival
 March | CBD
 A free public arts festival transforming Cape Town’s streets into performance spaces.

Corona Sunsets Festival
 Late March | Clifton
 A one-day sunset music festival combining global DJs, ocean views, and premium lifestyle experiences.

Two Oceans Marathon
 Late March / Early April | City routes
 One of the world’s most scenic marathons, drawing runners from across the globe.

APRIL | Adventure, Arts & Autumn Energy

Ultra South Africa (Cape Town)
 April | Large-scale outdoor venue
 A major international EDM festival bringing global headliners to Cape Town.

Africa Burn
 Late April – Early May | Tankwa Karoo
 A radical self-expression festival inspired by Burning Man, attracting creatives from around the world.

Freedom Day Celebrations
 27 April | City-wide
 Cultural events, performances, and public gatherings commemorating South Africa’s democracy.

Autumn Wine & Food Festivals
 April | Winelands
 Harvest-season tastings and culinary events across Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl.

MAY | Creativity, Queer Culture & Conferences

Mother City Queer Project (MCQP)
 May | City Bowl venues
 A landmark LGBTQIA+ event celebrating inclusivity through music, fashion, and performance.

WAV Festival (Autumn/Winter Editions)
 May | City-wide venues
 Continued celebration of Cape Town’s creative industries through multi-disciplinary programming.

Tech, Startup & Innovation Conferences
 May | CTICC
 A busy month for business travel, with tech summits and startup showcases filling the city.

JUNE | Food, Wine & Thought Leadership

Good Food & Wine Show
 June | CTICC
 A flagship culinary event featuring celebrity chefs, tastings, and masterclasses.

Decorex Cape Town
 June | CTICC
 Africa’s leading décor and design exhibition for interiors, architecture, and lifestyle trends.

Winter Wine Festivals
 June | Winelands
 Cosy tastings, red wine showcases, and fireside dining experiences.

JULY | Ideas, Culture & Rugby

The Loeries
 July | City-wide venues
 Africa’s premier creative awards celebrating excellence in advertising and design.

Mandela Day Events
 18 July | City-wide
 Volunteer initiatives, talks, and cultural programming honouring Nelson Mandela’s legacy.

Major Rugby Fixtures
 Winter season | Cape Town Stadium
 International and local matches draw crowds and fill accommodation near the stadium.

AUGUST | Women, Culture & Lifestyle

Women’s Month Events & Summits
 August | City-wide
 Panels, talks, and cultural celebrations spotlighting women in leadership and the arts.

International Boat Show
 August | V&A Waterfront
 A premium marine lifestyle showcase featuring yachts, water sports, and luxury brands.

SEPTEMBER | Spring Awakens

Cape Town Marathon
 Mid–Late September | City Bowl
 A fast-growing international marathon with a scenic urban route.

Heritage Day Celebrations
 24 September | City-wide
 Cultural events, food festivals, and performances celebrating South Africa’s diversity.

Spring Food & Wine Festivals
 September | Western Cape
 Outdoor dining, wine tastings, and seasonal markets mark the return of warmer weather.

Eat Out Festival
 August / September | City-based venues
 A celebration of the country’s top chefs and restaurants, curated by Eat Out magazine.

OCTOBER | Festival Season Peaks

Rocking the Daisies
 Early October | Cloof Wine Estate
 One of South Africa’s biggest music festivals, drawing international headliners and Gen Z crowds.

Comic Con Cape Town
 October | CTICC
 A massive pop culture event covering gaming, film, comics, and cosplay.

Oktoberfest Cape Town
 October | Various venues
 Beer festivals and Bavarian-style celebrations across the city.

NOVEMBER | Lifestyle & Culinary Highlights

Taste of Cape Town Festival
 November | City-based venue
 A premium food festival showcasing Cape Town’s top chefs and restaurants.

Whisky Live Festival
 November | CTICC
 Africa’s largest whisky tasting event, attracting international brands and connoisseurs.

Milk & Cookies Festival (Spring/Summer Edition)
 November | Outdoor venues
 A high-energy music festival popular with young travellers and locals.

DECEMBER | Ke Dezemba & Iconic Parties

Kunye (Seasonal Outdoor Event)
December | Inner City Outdoor venue

 Sunset amapiano and afro-house music events set in stunning outdoor locations.

Black Coffee Live at Cabo Beach Club
 December | Cabo Beach Club
 A must-attend festive season party drawing global crowds.

Ke Dezemba City-Wide Events
 Throughout December | Cape Town
 Non-stop concerts, beach parties, rooftop events, and nightlife across the city.

New Year’s Eve Events
 31 December | The Grand, Cabo, Asoka & more
 Cape Town’s most glamorous end-of-year celebrations.

Stay Close to the Action

With events happening every month of the year, accommodation near the CTICC and Cape Town Stadium books out fast.

CURIOCITY Kloof Street and CURIOCITY Green Point offer:
 • Prime access to CTICC conferences & stadium events
 • A creative, community-driven atmosphere
 • Deluxe & private suites for executive travellers
 • Easy access to nightlife, galleries & transport

Pro tip: Book early for February–March and October–December, Cape Town’s busiest event seasons.

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