Here’s how Cape Town is celebrating Women’s Day

Padel, free women in STEM talk, 5-course dinner & more

Last updated: Friday, 2 August 2024

There are so many ways to celebrate the women in our lives this year, whether that’s your mom, aunt, sister, wife, bestie, you… There’s a night of burlesque and swing dancing, padel tournament, free women in STEM talk, five-course seafood dinner at a luxe hotel, and more.

FIVE-COURSE DINNER WITH SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD

Palm House Boutique Hotel and Spa is hosting a five-course dinner with Carmen Steven Wines (the first black woman to study the art of winemaking back in 1995) and ABALOBI, who will showcase the documentary Fish With A Story. Highly-respected chef Gregory Henderson will prepare sustainably-caught seafood, paired with wine, at the hotel’s de Tafel Restaurant.

Date: Friday, 9 August; 7pm onwards
Cost: R850 per person, book via their website

10 Oxford Street | Wynberg | @palmhousehotel | Image: Palm House Hotel

PADEL AT A WOMEN-ONLY TOURNAMENT

We’re sure you’ve hopped on the padel craze by now. And if you haven’t, this is a great opportunity to. Socially Gathering, a networking platform with a mission to build a supportive community of women, is hosting a padel tournament at Africa Padel at the V&A. It’s great for beginners or seasoned players.

Date: Friday 9 August, 8.30am (for 9am) to 12pm
Cost: R250, book via their website

Caption: Africa Padel | V&A Waterfront | @sociallygathering | Image: Africa Padel

SEXY NIGHT OF BUBBLES & BURLESQUE  

Grab your girls and enjoy a burlesque workshop and performance by Lady Magnolia, a soulful solo blues dance class, and DJ sets spotlighting top female jazz and blues artists from the Swing Era. It’s at The Wave Theatre Café in Long Street, an ideal location if you’d like to explore the city after your evening of bubbles and burlesque.

Date: Thursday, 8 August; 6.30pm to 11pm
Cost: From R150, book via Quicket 

44 Long Street | Wave Theatre Cafe | Cape Town City Centre | @capetownswing | Image: Cape Town Swing

FREE: LEARN ABOUT WOMEN IN STEM 

If you’re looking for something free and educational, you can join Celebrating Women In Space Science and Astronomy. There will be engaging talks and activities by women in astronomy and space science, interesting science shows and exhibitions, tabletop telescope building, and more.

Date: Friday, 9 August; 11am to 2pm 
Cost: Free, book via Quicket 

1 Lower Long Street | Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) Auditorium | @astronomy2024 | Image: Astronomy 2024

FREE CANNABIS LOUNGE MEMBERSHIP 

Cannibisters, Cape Town’s first legal cannabis lounge, is giving away free memberships to any woman who signs up on Women’s Day. There’ll also be specials (like a Living Soil Joint and marshmallow hot chocolate or fresh red juice for R150) and live music from 4pm to 10pm. Please note that members need to be 21 years or older. 

Date: Friday 9 August, 4pm to 10pm
Cost: Varies, see more via Instagram 

65 Regent Road | Sea Point | 087 537 8000 | Website | Image: Cannibisters 

DINE WITH JENNY MORRIS

Ever wanted to meet celebrity chef Jenny Morris? She’s hosting an event at The Grillroom. It kicks off with exquisite canapés and a welcome drink from Nitida Wine Estate. There’ll be a braai-style lunch, live entertainment, inspiring motivational speakers, and exciting raffles. You can also enjoy an exhibition of jewellery, makeup, clothing, and more. 

Date: Friday, 9 August; 11.30am to 4pm 
Cost: R395, book via Quicket

Grillroom Restaurant at the Fountains Hotel | 1 St Georges Mall | Cape Town City Centre | @jennymorris @fountainhotelscpt | Image: Fountains Hotel

RUN & WALK IN A SEA OF PINK

Join the “Sea of Pink” with the legendary Totalsports Women’s Race. Nearly 27 000 runners and walkers will unite in solidarity to honour National Women's Month. The 5km race is for ages nine and up; the 10km is open to ages 14 and up. Bring your running shoes and join SA’s largest national Women’s Day Celebration.

Date: Friday, 9 August; 8am onwards
Cost: R110 to R195, book via Webtickets

Darling Street | Grande Parade | @womensraces | Image: Totalsports Women’s Race

SUPPORT SMALL FEMALE-OWNED BUSINESSES

What’s cooler than women entrepreneurs? Women in Business Market Day will support an array of local women-owned small businesses. Hosted by The Charmed Events, it’s their 5th Market Day and celebrates one year of curating this empowering platform for women. Shop and enjoy a range of jewellery, baked goods, clothing, and more.

Date: Friday, 9 August; 10am to 3pm
Cost: Free, book via Quicket


Girls Guide Hall | 9 Central Square | Pinelands | @thecharmedevents | Image: The Charmed Events

Which of the above can you share with a friend? We've enjoyed compling these and helping you make a different Women's Day this year. It would be appreciated if you could share our work further to possibly make someone's day.

By Saarah Gierdien

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