Cape Town bursts to life this September with a calendar that celebrates Spring and Heritage month. From thought-provoking festivals and soulful food experiences to lively comedy nights and community walks, the city is alive with culture and colour.
Moffie
2-27 September 
The Baxter Theatre
Fresh from its critically acclaimed London premiere, Moffie arrives in Cape Town. Set in 1979 at the height of apartheid, Moffie tells the story of seventeen-year-old Nicholas van der Swart, a young conscript sent to fight in the South African Defence Force during the country’s Border War. Within this brutal and highly militarised system, Nicholas is forced to hide a truth that could destroy him: he is gay. Tickets from R150 at Webtickets.
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World Health Expo Cape Town
2-4 September Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)
Thrive by WHX is coming to Cape Town! From HYROX activations that test your endurance to IGLU therapy sessions that push your recovery limits – this is where fitness, wellness and longevity collide. Register at worldhealthexpo.com.
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Social Media Comedy Night
3 SeptemberSocial Select
Social Comedy Nights returns… and it’s bigger, bolder, and funnier than ever! Get ready for a night of unstoppable laughter as Social Select brings some of the best stand-up talent straight to the stage. Get ready for Yaaseen Barnes, Mel Jones, Chuma Bentele and Wesley Paulse to have you in stitches. This is one night you don’t want to miss! Bar and kitchen will be open from 6pm and the show starts at 8pm. Tickets available at Quicket.
Cape Town Photography Festival
4-27 September Locations across the city
The inaugural edition of the Cape Town Photography Festival will explore the multifaceted concept of heritage through photography, offering a platform to engage with visual narratives from local, national, and international perspectives. The festival will use photography as a tool to convey these vital stories, and aims to present an overview of how heritage is understood globally, with a particular focus on the role of photography in capturing and communicating these diverse histories and experiences. Check out exhibitions like District Six: People Lived Here and many more – for more details, visit their website.
Open Book Festival
5-7 September Various venues across the city
A Three Day celebration of literature with panel discussions, author readings, and poetry performances in Cape Town. The program includes conversations on topics such as mental health, evolving relationships, colonial legacies, and queer joy, featuring both local and international writers. Find the full programme here with booking links to WebTickets.
beyond Restaurant x The LivingRoom at Summerhill Collab
6 September Buitenverwachting Wine Estate in Constantia
This Heritage Month, beyond Restaurant, welcomes The LivingRoom at Summerhill for an exclusive collaboration. For one night only, chef Sebastian Stehr and South Africa’s Chef of the Year, Johannes Richter, will unite for a celebration of indigenous ingredients, coastal flavours, and a shared passion for sustainable cooking. From the bounty of the Cape’s indigenous ingredients to the vibrant produce of KwaZulu-Natal, the evening promises a journey across South Africa’s culinary landscape. For reservations contact the restaurant – email info@beyondrestaurant.co.za or call +27 (0) 21 794 0306 / WhatsApp +27 72 103 3343.
Silent Walk
6 September Newlands
A deaf awareness initiative to bridge the gap between the deaf and the hearing through fun walking with ear plugs to block out sound for an immersive experience. The 5km fun walk starts at 9am from DeafSA at 10 Hemlock Street in Newlands. R50 to register. For more information email silentwalk@deafsa.co.za.
Pool Party
7 September Woolley’s Tidal Pool (Between Kalk Bay and Clovelly)
This social gathering is fun for the whole family and raises awareness of tidal pools along the Cape coastline. This is the first float of the Spring season so make sure to get there early as the fun starts at 8:30am sharp. Bring your own floaties and a pump to blow up your floatables. This is a free event and remember the floats are weather dependent. Keep an eye socials..
Jimmy Nevis Live | The Chronic Heartbreak Tour
7 September Cafe Roux, Noordhoek
Since dominating the South African music charts in 2012 at the age of 19 with his smash hit single Elephant Shoes, Jimmy Nevis has become a much-loved household name here in South Africa. Among many of his accolades, is collaborating with some of the best musicians and producers in the country including Kwesta, Karen Zoid, MiCasa, Pascal & Pearce, and Sketchy Bongo. He has also performed as the opening act for international stars Joe Thomas, Tevin Campbell and Pharrell Williams. Hear him live at Café Roux – show starts at 5pm. Visit caferoux.co.za for more information.
Celebrating 80 years of Pieter Dirk Uys: No Space on Long
10-13 September Artscape Arena
Presented by Artscape, in partnership with Suidoosterfees, supported by the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Cape Town. Terence Bridgett takes you back to the wild, exciting days of Cape Town’s legendary Space Theatre, where drama, dance, comedy and chaos collided. Meet the colourful souls of Long Street, from cheeky bergies, a flamboyant restaurateur, a sharp-tongued ageing prostitute, to a ruthless censor. A nostalgic salute to the fearless spirit of theatre in the 70s and the city that made it possible. Kicking off Pieter-Dirk Uys’ 80th birthday celebrations in style! Tickets from R120 at Webtickets.
2025 Gun Run
13-14 September Mouille Point
The Outsurance Gun will see a series of running events on the Atlantic Seaboard – starting and ending in Mouille Point. The Gun Run, which is viewed as one of the ‘big five’ road races in the province will include a 21.1km half-marathon, 10km run, 17km trail run, 5km fun run, or a 5km pet walk. It’s a dynamic, family-friendly running festival packed with variety and community fun. For more information and race routes go to outsurance.co.za/gunrun/
Klein Roosboom Presents a Food Styling and Photography Course
19-21 September Klein Roosboom, Durbanville
Step behind the lens and into the world of food artistry with photographer Marguerite Oelofse and stylist Hannes Koegelenberg in a hands-on, three-day journey into food styling and photography. For all bookings and information, email hanneskoeg@icloud.com.
Food Jams: Cook with Roots
20 September Franschhoek Valley, Allée Bleue
Cook with Roots is more than just a cooking class, it’s a soulful gathering where food, heritage, and connection come alive. Guided by Food Jams, you’ll cook, taste, laugh, and celebrate the rich tapestry of indigenous South African flavours. A hands-on cooking session using seasonal, indigenous ingredients paired with music, laughter, and a dash of playful kitchen sass. It’s time share stories, connect, and celebrate together. Tickets are R750 per person. Book at foodjams.co.za
Muizenberg Literary Festival
20 – 21 and 27 – 28 September Various locations in Muizenberg
The festival will feature Literary talks and workshops where you can engage with authors and experts on topics like Muizenberg’s history, surfing culture, and creative writing. There will also be an Antique Maps Roadshow where you can bring your historic maps for evaluation by renowned expert Roger Stewart. For information email Muizenberg Heritage at muizenberg.heritage@gmail.com and to book your spot Quicket.
Cape Town City Ballet Presents Budding Ballerinas and Aspiring Danseur Day
20 and 27 September Cape Town City Ballet Studios, Rondebosch
A magical morning of movement, music and dreams in the making. From ages 5 to 8 on the 20th September and ages 9 to 12 on the 27th September. Let your child step into the enchanting world of ballet with this special day designed just for the young ones. Costs are R500 per child – for more information and for an application for email admin@capetowncityballet.org.za
Strictly Soul
27 September Youngblood Art Gallery
Africa’s biggest RnB link up is ready to take Cape Town by storm. If you’re a lover of Soul music then we got the perfect link up for you. We’ve dedicated a full night to artists like Brandy, Beyonce, TLC, Mary J Blige, T-Pain, and SZA. Doors open at 7pm. Get your tickets at Quicket.
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