Autumn in Cape Town brings crisp air and a hot line-up of events! From Comic Con and Ultra South Africa to marimba festivals, foodie expos, and Mother’s Day celebrations, there’s loads to see and do. Catch world-class comedy from two of Cape Town’s favourite comedians, explore the Zeitz MOCAA, or sip and savour at autumn wine festivals.
Whether you’re a local or visiting, May is packed with reasons to get out and explore. Scroll through our guide for all the must-attend events in Cape Town this month!
Comic Con
Date: 1 to 4 May 2025
Where: CTICC 2, Cape Town
Entry: From R220 – comiccon.howler.co.za/comic-con/
Get ready to geek out at Comic Con Cape Town, the city’s largest Pop Culture and Gaming festival, returning for its 3rd epic edition! Dive into a world where everyone is welcome to be themselves. This self-expressive festival offers pop culture, thrilling games, and unforgettable fandom moments.
For more information go to comicconafrica.co.za/ccct-home/ .

Muddy Princess Stellenbosch 2025
Date: 3 May 2025, from 08:00
Where: The Purple Windmill, Uitspan Farm, R44, Klapmuts, Stellenbosch
Entry: From R399 per adult, R299 per child – webtickets.co.za/muddy-princess/
Get ready for a day of fun, laughter, and empowerment at the Muddy Princess 5km obstacle mud run, designed exclusively for women of all ages, sizes, and fitness levels. A perfect muddy ‘girls’ day out’.
For more details go to www.muddyprincess.co.za
The Luxe Affair: Cape Escape
Date: 3 and 4 May 2025
Where: Park View Event Space, Woodstock
Entry: Ticket sales to be announced, make sure to visit luxeaffairevents.co.za
Luxe Affair Cape Town features a sophisticated setting with family-friendly vibes, gourmet food, and South Africa’s finest brands across shopping and entertainment. Expect the best food vendors, quality goods and delicious food the Mother City has on offer. Definitely for the discerning market lover.
For more information go to luxeaffairevents.co.za or follow on Instagram at the_luxeaffair.
Ultra South Africa
Date: 9 May 2025
Where: The Ostrich, Cape Town
Entry: From R995 at ultrasouthafrica.com/tickets/
Ultra SA returns with a world-class electronic music lineup and unforgettable vibes. Expect big beats, lasers, and dancing all night long. Get ready to party the night away as some of the world’s best DJs and artists turn up the heat – Armin van Buuren and Martin Garrix fans unite!!! Please note it would be best to ride share and uber to the venue.
Check all the line up details at ultrasouthafrica.com

Galileo Open Air Cinema
Date: 8 and 9 May 2025
Where: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and Central Park, Century City
Entry: Ticket prices vary and are available at Webtickets: webtickets.co.za/galileo/
Catch the season’s final flicks at Cape Town’s favourite outdoor cinema, under the stars with food stalls and beautiful backdrops. Mama Mia on 8 May at Kirstenbosch or Braveheart on 9 May at Central Park.
Pack a picnic or visit the onsite vendors to purchase delicious food and drinks on arrival. Choose from mouth-watering pizza, juicy burgers, tasty wraps, nachos, movie popcorn and other yummy snacks. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options are available, but please email hello@thegalileo.co.za beforehand if you have specific dietary preferences. Doors open at 6pm and the movie starts at 7:30pm.
For more information go to thegalileo.co.za .
Celebrate Mother’s Day 2025 with Smile J
Date: 10 May from 8:30am to 1pm
Where: GrandWest, Market Hall
Entry: From R450, ticket at Quicket: quicket.co.za/smile-904fm/
Get ready to spoil your mom at this super stylish Mother’s Day celebration hosted by Smile90.4FM. Expect to be pampered and entertained – with a live performance by Dr. Victor and the Rasta Rebels; and a live drumming session by Drum Café. Meet your favourite Smile FM presenters and look forward to goodie bags full of gifts to take home!
Serving up gourmet food, live music and pampering for moms, its set to be a morning of fun and relaxation. Make sure to dress up in the theme for the day – Out of Africa J
For more information go to smilefm.co.za/ .
Mother’s Day Celebrations at Rickety Bridge Estate
Date: 11 May at 12pm
Where: Rickety Bridge, R45, Franschhoek
Entry: Booking is essential via reservations@ricketybridge.com.
It’s time to spoil mom and Rickety Bridge Estate is the perfect place to do ring in the celebrations. The exquisite menu for the day includes a sharing menu and features delicious dishes like smoked trout, butter roast chicken ballotine, rolled pork belly, and a decadent chocolate malva pudding.
Expect to pay R695 per adult and R295 per child under 12 years of age.
It’s the perfect way to say thank you to Mum, surrounded by breathtaking views and culinary delights. Visit www.ricketybridge.com for more information.
ABSA Run Your City
Date: 11 May
Where: Milnerton to Cape Town CBD
Entry: All your entry info here runyourcityseries.com
A city-wide celebration with thousands of runners taking to the streets of Cape Town in this fun and inclusive race. This 10K has established itself as a ‘proudly South African, proudly Cape Town’ road running event that celebrates everything Cape Town – the vibe, the city and the people. The route is fast and flat, with magnificent views and lively performances from some of the city’s leading artists. The morning starts with a bus trip from Cape Town’s CBD to the start in Milnerton. The route follows the coastline in the direction of the majestic Table Mountain before finishing in Lower Long Street.
For more information go to runyourcityseries.com .
Funny side up with Kurt Schoonraad
Date: 12 to17 May
Where: Baxter Theatre
Entry: Tickets from R180 to R200 from Webtickets webtickets.co.za
Enjoy a hilarious evening with beloved local comedian Kurt Schoonraad and his new solo show, ‘Funny Side Up’. Bringing his signature wit, warmth, and uniquely South African humour, this show sees Kurt tackling the absurdities of modern life, from navigating daily chaos to finding silver linings in an ever-changing world. With sharp insights and relatable stories, this show is a hilarious reminder that sometimes, the best way to cope is to simply laugh it off!
See www.kurt.co.za for more.
DHL Stormers vs Cardiff
Date: 16 May – kick off at 7pm
Where: DHL Stadium
Entry: Tickets from R80 at Ticketmaster ticketmaster.co.za/dhl-stormers-vs-cardiff/
Catch the thrilling face-off as the DHL Stormers host Cardiff in a high-stakes rugby showdown. Get there early and make a day of it.
Stay up to date with all the DHL Stormers news at stormers.co.za .
Cape Town Marimba Festival
Date: 16 May at 7pm
Where: Baxter Theatre
Entry: Tickets from R100 to R160 at Webtickets webtickets.co.za
A vibrant celebration of African marimba music by Woodworx and Cape Town Big Band Jazz Festival. The Marimba Festival is an annual event and has been showcasing marimbas at the Baxter Concert Hall since 2009. Go to https://baxter.uct.ac.za/ for more information.

Louie Vega All Night Long at Cabo Beach
Date: 16 May
Where: Cabo Beach Club
Entry: Tickets from R250, VIP Standing from R450 at Howler ag.howler.co.za
International DJ Louie Vega brings pure house music to the shores of Cape Town in this exclusive beach club set. Pure house music and pure magic ALL NIGHT LONG .
Go to cabobeach.co.za/louie-vega/ for more.
Bascule Whisky Bar at the Cape Grace – World Whisky Day
Date: 17 May
Where: Cape Grace Hotel, V&A Waterfront
Entry: Experiences from R200 to R1000 from capegrace.com/bascule-bar/
Sip and savour premium whiskies while enjoying live music, delicious tapas and unmatched harbour views in an exclusive setting.
Booking for these bespoke Whisky experiences is essential.
For more information capegrace.info@fairmont.com.
Check out a virtual tour of this Cape Town favourite here www.capegrace.com/virtual-tour/
Celebrate International Museum Day at Zeitz MOCAA
Date: 18 May from 10am to 6pm
Where: Zeitz MOCAA, Silo District, V&A Waterfront
Entry: Tickets R250 at Webtickets www.webticket.co.za
Celebrate global culture with exhibitions at Africa’s leading contemporary art museum.
Check out zeitzmocaa.museum/exhibition/ One Must Be Seated, a solo exhibition by Ghanaian-American artist Rita Mawuena Benissan. Deeply rooted within her Ghanaian culture. The exhibition explores the enstoolment of a prospective chief, akin to coronation; a call to take their rightful seat in the stool that has been chosen for them. The exhibition, on Level 3, Silo Side of the museum, runs until 5 October 2025.
Also check out UNDERSTUDIES, the first major South African museum solo exhibition by artist Nolan Oswald Dennis. The exhibition, curated by Thato Mogotsi, on Level 3, Elevator side of the museum runs until 25 May 2025. zeitzmocaa.museum/understudies/
For more information go to zeitzmocaa.museum/ .
Historic Adventures Presents The Cape Meander
Date: 18 to 22 May
Where: Starting point Cape Town through the Klein Karoo
Entry: Details on request historic-adventures.co.uk/contact-us/
The third edition of the Cape Meander will, for the first time, be heading into the Klein Karoo before returning to the coast. Travelling along some superb mountain passes and visiting a game lodge, enjoying great hotels and food! The tour is open to all pre 1990 vehicles. Four nights, 901km of scenic roads and luxury accommodation as the Klein Karoo is explored.
For more information go to historic-adventures.co.uk .
Aida Opera
Date: 22 May
Where: Artscape Opera House
Entry: Tickets from R190 to R980 at Webtickets www.webtickets.co.za
Cape Town Opera presents Verdi’s Aida with an all-African cast in a bold, Africanfuturist reimagining of this iconic opera. Set against a backdrop of war, forbidden love and cultural conflict, Aida follows the love story of an enslaved Ethiopian princess and an Egyptian commander. With a 56-member chorus and the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra under Kamal Khan, this production promises to be a cultural highlight of the year.
For more information visit www.artscape.co.za/cape-town-opera-aida .
Nik Rabinowitz – Pension Killer
Date: 27 to 31 May at 7:30pm
Where: Baxter Theatre
Entry: Tickets from R180 to R300 from Webtickets www.webtickets.co.za
Stand-up comedian Nik Rabinowitz returns to the Baxter for his smash-hit show ‘Pension Killer’. From global chaos to personal embarrassments, Rabinowitz leaves no stone unturned — and no WhatsApp group unmuted. Armed with razor-sharp wit, mild bewilderment, and an uncanny ability to cause just the right amount of offence, he tackles some of South Africa’s most pressing concerns, including the question of: “Wat Weet Ons, Dat Hulle Nie Weet, Nie?”
Visit baxter.uct.ac.za for more information.
Winelands Autumn Expo: Sip, Savour and Celebrate the Season
Date: 30 and 31 May
Where: Worcester, Western Cape
Entry: From R10 to R160 at Webtickets www.webtickets.co.za
The second annual Winelands Autumn Expo will take centre-stage in the Cape Winelands District’ town of Worcester. Visitors will have the opportunity to taste, experience, and celebrate everything the Winelands has to offer, all in one splendid location. The expo aims to showcase the diverse tastes from the five distinct terroirs found in the district. The Winelands covers world the world-renowned areas of Breede Valley, Drakenstein, Langeberg, Stellenbosch and Witzenberg. Attend the Autumn Expo to uncover the tastes, experiences, stays and celebrations awaiting you in the Cape Winelands District.
For more information go to autumnexpo.co.za .

Feastival at Cabo Beach Club
Date: 31 May
Where: Cabo Beach Club, V&A Waterfront
Entry: Tickets from R200 – Sign up to be added to waitlist fixr.co/feastival-may-edition-tickets/
You know its officially Winter when this festival makes its first appearance. Its getting cold outside and Feastival is known to turn up the heat inside! Get ready for an evening of gourmet cuisine, cocktails and entertainment at the city’s trendiest beach club. Stay tuned to the socials for all the latest updates and line up information. www.instagram.com/
The Good Life Show
Date: 30 May to 1 June 2025
Where: CTICC 2, Cape Town
Entry: Tickets from R175 to R265 at Quicket quicket.co.za/the-good-life-show-2025/
Africa’s largest food, drink, wellness and sustainable living expo returns with new features, tastings, and speakers. Now in its 5th year, SA’s best food, drink and conscious living event and largest event of its kind in Southern Africa is back with even more exciting high quality and innovative products, experiences and surprising content.
There will be innovative products to try, chef demos, mixology sessions, hands-on Masterclasses, expert wellness advice, insightful industry talks and activities that will leave you feeling not only inspired, but motivated and empowered.
Get ready for bags of fresh and fun-filled experiences at the 2025 Good Life Show.
For more information visit goodlifeshowafrica.com
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