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Cape Town's 7 things to do this weekend

Cape Town Carnival, cocktail festival, book fair and more 

Latest update: Tuesday, 11 March 2025

This week’s guide is all about plugging you with free things to do. There’s Cape Town Carnival, an art fair, cocktail festival and more. Plus affordable experiences like chess on the beach for R40. Find everything you need to know about your weekend plans right here.

FREE CAPE TOWN CARNIVAL 

Cape Town Carnival is back with over 1500 performers showcasing incredible art, costumes, dance, and music along the Green Point Fan Walk. There’ll be special guests like The DHL Stormers, Erika Januza, YoungstaCPT, and more. It’s free to watch, or you can buy a ticket to Cape Town Carnival.

Date: Saturday, 15 March; 3pm to 12am
Cost: Free - R480, book via Quicket


Somerset Road | Green Point | @capetowncarnival | Image: Cape Town Carnival
 

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