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Our Unique Picks: Cape Town New Year’s Eve 2024/2025

Festival in a castle, family dinner, disco & more

Last updated: Thursday, 9 September 2024

PARTY INTO 2025 WITH OUR CAPE TOWN PICKS

Last year we shared experiences from a masquerade ball to an outdoor family concert at Kirstenbosch. Below is a taste of last year's events.

Keep an eye out. This year until 31 December we'll be updating this feature with selected events - something for each and every single one of you - to make your 31 December memorable.

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ALL-INCLUDED NYE ROCK PARTY AT A BREWERY

Rock Steady will be heading up a performance at Woodstock Brewery. The doors open at 7pm with the performances at 8.30pm. Tickets include a glass of wine or beer on arrival, a main course meal and access to the band's performance. A taxi service can be arranged with Woodstock Brewery for an additional fee to limited areas.

Time: 7pm to 2am

Cost: R450; Book via Quicket

252 Albert Road | Woodstock | @woodstockbrewery | Image: Woodstock Brewery

PARTY AT A SUMMER SAFARI

Cape Town's East City New Year's Eve 'Go To'! Come in animal print, blue, yellow and pink – you’ll fit right into Harrington's, which will be decorated like a lush and colourful safari jungle. There’ll be curated cocktails, canapés, floating-style dinner and DJs like Gary Night, Hartley, Travis Mason, Lucideep and more. You’ll also get access to neighbour venues Surfa Rosa and District (which means three vibey parties across three dancefloors).

Time: 7pm to 4am

Cost: From R150pp; booth and VIP tickets available. Book via Howler

61b Harrington Street | District Six | Cape Town | @harringtonsct | Image: Harrington Street

SILENT DISCO BY A TIDAL POOL

In Hermanus for New Year's Eve this year? At Ficks, wooden decks are tucked into the cliff contours and overlook the surrounding sea and nearby tidal pool. They’ll be hosting a Studio 54-themed silent disco. Your ticket includes a welcome drink and bubbly and Oliebollen at midnight. There’s also plenty of cocktails and pinchos at Ficks.

Time: From 9pm

Cost: R395pp. Email info@ficks.co.za to book

Marine Drive | Westcliff | Hermanus | @ficksrestaurant | Image: Ficks

FREE PARTY AT THE V&A

This year's celebrations are grander than ever. There’ll be an impressive lineup of local celebrity guests, from Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis giving a welcome address to Ryan O'Connor emceeing the festivities. Artists include Mandisi Dyantyis (an icon of South African jazz), folk pop sensation Matthew Mole, and Sun-El Musician, who’ll be hosting the midnight countdown with Afro-house and electronic beats.

Time: From 3pm to 12am

Cost: Free

CELEBRATE NYE IN A MYTHICAL CASTLE

Just outside of Cape Town lies a hidden castle snatched out of a fairytale. Join Sexy Groovy Love as they return to celebrate New Years Eve. Explore hidden pathways, magical waterfalls and high castle walls, as you dance to the sounds of afro house, indie, techno and more. Kiss 2023 goodbye with Sexy Groovy Love at The Castle.

Time: 4pm to 2am

Cost: R1 350 via Howler

The Lichtenstein Castle | Hout Bay | @sexygroovylove | Image: Sexy Groovy Love

FOR A RELAXED FAMILY DINNER

If you’d prefer a more laid back way to celebrate, then family restaurant Dutchies is the way to go. It’s right on Grotto Beach, which has Blue Flag status, with fresh sushi, seafood and tapas. In the early evening, it’s lovely to sit in the garden area or out front and drink a cocktail at Dutchies.

Time: Dutchies is open from 9am - 9pm

Cost: Varies

Grotto Street | Voelklip | Hermanus

COMEDY SHOW IN THE CITY CENTRE

Award-winning local comedian Loyiso Gola will be performing a new comedy set at the Homecoming Centre from 15 December 2023 to 15 January 2024. Ring in a new year by laughing with the crowd as Loyiso gives us a comedic take on the year.

Time: 8pm to 9.30pm

Cost: R275, book via Quicket

15 M59 | District Six | Cape Town | @loyisogola | Image: Homecoming Centre

SOUTH PENINSULA BRAAI AND BOOGIE

Join Clovelly Golf Club’s New Year’s boogie, with local musicians and a lamb spit braai. Mike McCully and the Harmonix will be singing all your favourites from the ‘60s to the ‘90s. You’ll hear hits from artists like The Beatles, The Bee Gees, James Brown, Tina Turner, The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Bon Jovi, Queen and more.

Time: 6pm to 2am

Cost: R675, book via Quicket

177 Clovelly Road | Clovelly | @clovelly_country_club | Image: Clovelly Country Club

DISCO AND DINNER IN HERMANUS

Looking for New Year's Eve events on a wine estate? Benguela Cove Wine Estate is throwing a party with food, drinks and dancing. The evening starts with sunset canapes and drinks at the Moody Lagoon, followed by a dinner. The after party kicks off with live music and a complimentary glass of bubbles to toast at midnight.

Time: 7pm to 1am

Cost: R1650 for adults, R850 for kids; book via benguelacove.co.za

R43 | Hermanus | @benguelacove | Image: Benguela Cove

NAUGHTY MASQUERADE BALL

Babylon meets The Great Gatsby at Epicure Club’s masquerade ball. There’ll be mature adult entertainment combined with kinks and fetishes. There will be live DJs, burlesque shows and more at this adults-only sensual entertainment event close to Hout Bay.

Time: Sunday, 31 December, 8pm to Monday, 1 January, 11am

Cost: Starts at R500, book via Quicket

4 Little Lions Head Road | Mount Rhodes | Cape Town | @epicure.club | Image: Epicure Club

ROOFTOP NYE PARTY IN CAPE TOWN'S CBD

Park Inn by Radisson will be hosting a party on their rooftop eatery at Harald’s Bar & Terrace. There will be live entertainment, a welcome drink and a selection of canapes served butler style. This is a no-under-18’s party.

Time: 9pm to 1am

Cost: R495, book via Quicket

Park Inn by Radisson | 29 Heerengracht Street | Foreshore | @parkinncapetown | Image: Park Inn

NYE SUNSET CONCERT AT KIRSTENBOSCH

Kirstenbosch is back with its popular sunset concerts, and on NYE, you can pack a picnic and listen to music from Jeremy Loops and Congo Cowboys. Gates open at 7pm with the concert starting at 8.30pm and running until after midnight for you to dance into the new year.

Time: From 7pm

Cost: R530, book via Webtickets

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden | Rhodes Dr | Newlands | @kirstenboschsummerconcerts | Image: Diandra Yorke

SIX-DAY WELLNESS RETREAT & FESTIVAL

Looking for NYE festivals in and around Cape Town? Thrive is a six-day consciously-curated festival and retreat. Expect daily workshops for adults and kids, breathwork, yoga, a New Year’s Eve banquet, live music, DJs, fire dancing, sunset dinners and much more.

Time: Thursday, 28 December, 12pm to Tuesday, 2 January, 11am

Cost: Starts at R2200 for kids & R3800 for adults, book via website

Hoogekraal Farm 182 | Sedgefield | @thrive_festivalofbeauty | Image: Thrive Festival

SA’S BIGGEST INFLATABLE OBSTACLE COURSE

For parents looking for daytime activities on New Year’s Eve, you can take your kids to South Africa’s biggest inflatable course. This maze is 300 metres long with 30 obstacle challenges to complete including slides, wall climbing, balance balls and more. Grip socks can be purchased on entrance for R30, or brought with if already owned.

Time: 9am to 5pm, 90 minute sessions or all day passes

Cost: R120 for 1 hour toddler session, R150 for all ages 90 minute and R750 for unlimited all day pass; book via Quicket

False Bay Rugby Club | Constantia Main Road | @tuffnutterzsa | Image: Tuff Nutterz

By Sarah Williams

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