Cape Town is a city known for its vibrant and scenic nature as well as its cuisine. However, upon closer inspection, the city is filled with many other fun ASPECTS activities for one to indulge in whether you are a local looking for ideas on how to spend your weekend, or a visitor who has no idea how to spend your time while in Cape Town, we all sometimes need a bit of help or someone who will point us in the right direction.
Whether you are a sports fan, an avid comedy show watcher or just a lover of the arts, there is something for everyone and this gig guide will provide you with a few ideas of what you can get up to this weekend.
Here are 5 ideas for what you can get up to this weekend:
1. Rugby Currie Cup
South Africa undoubtedly has some of the best rugby in the world, and if you are in Cape Town this weekend, you can catch the DHL Western Province facing the NovaVit Griffons. The match will take place on Saturday, 3 August and kick-off at 17h00 at the DHL Stadium in Green Point.
2. Masekind: A Dillan Oliphant tour
If you’re a lover of comedy shows, you might want to check this show out. Quicket describes it as “a comedy show that hilariously explores the experiences of a coloured boy navigating life in South Africa. Dillan Oliphant is one of the finest stand-up comedians our country has to offer, and his unique perspective and comedic genius are sure to leave you in stitches.”
The show will take place on Sunda, 4 August starting at 20h00 at the Ground Culture Cafe, Observatory
3. Eras Night
If you are a Taylor Swift fan, this is the perfect activity for you as this event is all about the artist. It is a unique opportunity for fans to get together and share their love for all things Taylor Swift.
“Let’s have an amazing night by dressing up in your favourite era, trading friendship bracelets, and dancing all night long. We might also have a few surprises along the way…”
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4. Operation Khathaza
Music lovers, this one is specifically for you.
“Fronted by Sanele Blaai, Operation Khataza are the sonic rebels pushing the bounds of our music scene with their infectious blend of jazz, funk, jam rock, kwaito and spoken word. The 5 piece band’s unique sound is a captivating blend of Afro-futurist nostalgia, with a distinctly expressive in its avant-garde performance and defiant genre-bending. Operation Khataza are one of the most exciting projects to emerge from the Cape Town scene and we are blessed to offer them our stage,” says Quicket.
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5. Secret Sunrise
Taking place on the first Saturday of every month, this is a perfect way for locals to look for some fun or make new friends. It is also ideal for those who like to travel as they have franchises in various parts of the world such as Harare, Namibia and Amsterdam.
According to Quicket “Secret Sunrise is a global silent guided movement and meditation community. With over 16 cities across the world, we’re on a mission to celebrate life through music, movement and connection. Born under African skies, the global movement Secret Sunrise aims to unite the world through dance and conscious collaboration. This global family aims to get the world grooving”
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Also see: A list of rand friendly places to visit as a South African
