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What’s on in Cape Town in February 2025

Whether you’re a lover of theatre, dance, comedy, music festivals or outdoor adventures, February 2025 in Cape Town promises to inspire, entertain, and connect you to something you’ll love.

Grab your favourite festival tickets, go cheer on the DHL Stormers, dance under the stars at Paradisco or get to know more about local artists at the vibrant Cape Town Art Fair, there’s something for everyone. Check out a few of the events we’ve highlighted here and mark your calendars today!

Up the Creek Music Festival

Breede River, outside Swellendam, Western Cape
Tickets/ Day Pass from R995 and other camping packages from R1725
www.howler.co.za/events/up-the-creek-music-festival-2025

4 days, 4 stages, 50+ live bands, you and your lilo!

Up the Creek is the second longest-running outdoor music festival in South Africa. Set annually on the banks of the magical Breede River, about 23km outside Swellendam.

Grab your festie besties and enjoy a few days of great music, good food, chilled vibes, short queues, and a whole lot of gees. A weekend of great music, camping, and fun awaits. For tickets and more details, visit www.upthecreek.co.za/.

Liquicity Festival

8 February from 2pm to 2am
The Ostrich Cape Town
Tickets from liquicity.com/events/liquicity-cape-town-2025/ – Available tickets from R750.

Time to get excited for more drum&bass straight from the Galaxy of Dreams to the sunny shores of Cape Town. Featuring top DJs and an energetic crowd, this event is a must for electronic music fans. Line-up includes Metrik, Maduk, Etherwood, Niskerone, Jon Void, Dakota, Hyphen, Rudeone, Sektor & Subsequent, Gabzilla, Morgs, Oli The DJ, Rhepuls, Rainman. For tickets and more details, liquicity.com/events/liquicity-cape-town-2025/

 

DHL Summer Rugby Series

8 February at 2pm
DHL Stadium, Cape Town
Tickets from R60 at ticketmaster.co.za

The last home game for months – catch the thrilling DHL Stormers battle it out with the Vodacom Blue Bulls. This derby game is guaranteed to have an electrifying atmosphere of live rugby and unmatched Cape Town vibes. Don’t miss this action-packed event! For more information and tickets, visit DHL Summer Rugby Series.
ticketmaster.co.za/dhl-stormers-vs-vodacom-bulls-tickets/

Cederberg Observatory Stargazing

8 and 22 February from 8pm to 10pm
Cederberg Astronomical Observatory

Tickets From R120

quicket.co.za/219070-cederberg-observatory-open-nights/

Cederberg Astronomical Observatory invites you to a magical Saturday evening, surrounded by the beautiful mountains of the Cederberg and under some of the darkest skies in South Africa. The evening starts with an opening presentation, providing guests with a sense of the scale of the Universe as you journey into space and into the past. After the presentation, guests will be taken on a guided tour of the Southern Skies and you will have the opportunity to view clusters, nebulae and galaxies through our telescopes.

Despicable Hehe

10-15 February 2025 from 8pm
Theatre On The Bay, Camps Bay
Tickets from R180 – R220 at  webtickets.co.za/Event/despicable

South Africa’s double International Emmy-nominated and multiple award-winning comedy ventriloquist Conrad Koch describes the show as a mix of light-hearted social commentary and family-friendly humour designed for everyone 12 and up. “South Africans love to laugh, and this show delivers exactly that,” he adds. If the title feels familiar, it’s intentional. “It’s a playful nod to Despicable Me,” Koch explains. Koch and his razor-sharp puppet Chester Missing is set to deliver a night of side-splitting humour that promises to leave audiences roaring with laughter. Go to www.conradkoch.co.za for more information.

Cosmopolitan Renaissance Exhibition

11 February from 9am
Zenview, Hout Bay
Private viewings can be arranged.

Globally recognised for his contributions to contemporary art, Vanmechelen’s oeuvre has been exhibited in prestigious venues around the world, including the Victoria & Albert Museum (London), the Guangdong Museum of Art, Guangzhou, China and Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes de Cuba (Havana). The exhibition, entitled “Cosmopolitan Renaissance,” will feature a selection of Vanmechelen’s fundamental pieces – a reflection of the artist’s commitment to fostering a dialogue about cultural plurality and the importance of embracing diversity in our global society.

For more information please contact emma@narrativepr.co.za

Dear Evan Hansen 

12 February to 9 March from
Artscape Opera House, Cape Town
Tickets from R200 at ticketmaster.co.za/dear-evan-hansen-tickets/

Don’t miss the acclaimed musical Dear Evan Hansen, a powerful story of connection and belonging – the raw moving, and inspiring story of a socially anxious high schooler who is suddenly thrust into the spotlight when he inadvertently invents an important role for himself at the centre of a tragedy. As he navigates this complex situation, the musical explores themes of mental health, loneliness, and the human need for connection. For more information visit showtime.co.za/dearevanhansen/

The Black Ties Present: For the Lovers

14 February at 6:30pm
The Radisson Red, V&A Waterfront
Tickets from R350
fixr.co/the-black-ties-present-for-the-lovers-tickets

Cape Town’s own, The Black Ties bring you an enchanting evening of music and romance performing their hit songs and popular covers. Perfect for couples and music lovers alike, this event promises to be a night to remember. For tickets and more details, visit The Black Ties Event.

Valentine’s Dinner with Michelin-starred Chef Pascal Favre d’Anne

14 February from 6pm
The Pullman Cape Town
Tickets from R795pp

Join Michelin-starred Chef Pascal Favre d’Anne for an exclusive culinary experience.

You can look forward to a welcome drink with Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte, 3-course romantic dinner and live entertainment. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind celebration of love! Book now: janice.yorke@accor.com

Akkedis live at Bike Forge!

14 February from 6pm
Bike Forge, De Heuvel Estate, Tulbagh
Tickets from R500 and R1200 at www.quicket.co.za/akkedis-live-at-bike-forge/

Live music, wine and pizza – the perfect pairing for a romantic night out.

Valentine’s Special includes: 2 tickets, shared pizza, a bottle of wine, and glamping for two under the stars! Limited spots available – book now and make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable!

Contact 083 520 8000 or email us at bikeforgetulbagh@gmail.com

Cape Town Ramadaan Expo 2025

14-16 February from 9am
Oude Molen Sports Fields, Pinelands
Free entry (some activities may require tickets)

The SPAR Cape Town Ramadaan & Lifestyle Expo is one of the Mother City’s established annual exhibits, showcasing the food, culture and wares of the Muslim community of the Cape. Celebrate the spirit of Ramadaan while  enjoying cultural exhibits, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and more. A must-attend event for the community. For more information, visit capetownramadaanexpo.co.za/

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We Love Summer & Hidden Paradise Presents; Special Valentine’s Edition With Coco & Breezy & Friend’s

15 February 2025
Cabo Beach Club, from 4pm to 2am

Ready to kick off February with a bang? Celebrate the month of love and the grand finale of the We Love Summer season at Cabo Beach Club on February 15, 2025! 💥 This event is all about pairing up some of the best DJs for exclusive back-to-back sets, creating an epic vibe you won’t want to miss.
The lineup is stacked with top-tier talent, both local and international, coming together for the first time! Expect killer sets from

Dwson x Jullian Gomes, Coco & Breezy (USA), Caro Leger (IBZ) x Alice Mary (GER), Blaqkongo x Skai Lounge, and Jamie Slabber x Kitsokgori.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/4jG7y8c

Paradisco: A Love Sensation 

15 February from 4pm to 2am
The Grand Café and Beach, Granger Bay
Tickets from R400 at paradisco.howler.co.za/paradisco-a-love-sensation-15-february

Dance the night away at Paradisco: A Love Sensation – from disco, to house and everything in between. Walk right in and lose yourself in the heat of the night. Mark your calendars and get ready for the most unforgettable edition yet of Cape Town’s favourite disco and house series. For more information go to  paradisco.howler.co.za.

Investec Cape Town Art Fair 2025

21-23 February from 12pm
CTICC, Cape Town
Tickets/ Day pass from R230
dev.webtickets.co.za/investec/

Explore the vibrant world of contemporary art at the Investec Cape Town Art Fair. The largest international art fair on the African continent. It showcases hundreds of artists, galleries, curators, speakers, special projects and more from across the globe. A platform for exchange and discovery, it has proven to be a respected and unmissable art event where the fast-growing African art market and the international art world meet. For more information visit investeccapetownartfair.co.za/

LIGHTHOUSE X CTEMF 2025

22 February from 2pm
DHL Stadium Studio and Podium
Tickets from R650 at howler.co.za/events/lighthouse-x-ctemf/

Groundbreaking house music producer, DJ and record label head Moodymann (Detroit, US) will make his South African debut at the 2025 edition of LIGHTHOUSE X CTEMF in Cape at the iconic DHL Stadium, utilising outdoor and indoor spaces. Come experience a day of premium electronic music showcasing the best of South African talent, with the iconic Table Mountain as the backdrop. For information go to

howler.co.za/events/lighthouse-x-ctemf

 

South African Lipizzaners Classical Performance

22 February at 11:30am
Mistico Equestrian Centre, Paarl
Tickets from R200 quicket.co.za/south-african-lipizzaners-classical-performance/

Witness the grace and elegance of the South African Lipizzaners in a breathtaking classical performance. Experience the ballet of the magnificent Dancing White Stallions in the indoor hall of Mistico Equestrian Centre. Watch in awe as they perform jaw-dropping movements used in ancient battles and dance to tunes you can’t help but sing along to. A unique experience for horse lovers and families. For more details, visit  www.misticoequestrian.co.za/.

Meraki Dance Festival

27 February to 1 March
Artscape Theatre Centre, Cape Town
Tickets from R150 at webtickets.co.za/meraki-dance-festival/

Jazzart Dance Theatre (Jazzart) proudly presents the inaugural Meraki Festival, which embraces the concept,  ‘to do something with soul, creativity or love; to leave a piece and essence of yourself in your work’.  The festival aims to be a vibrant celebration of our local talented artists and the many South African dance genres that are deeply rooted in our country’s diverse cultures. For more information and the line-up for each day go to artscape.co.za/event/meraki-festival/

Roxette Live in Concert

26 February from 7pm
Grand Arena, GrandWest
Tickets from R800 at ticketmaster.co.za/event/roxette-in-concert-2025-tickets/

Experience the iconic sounds of Roxette live in concert. Don’t miss this chance to hear your favourite hits performed by one of the world’s most beloved bands. For tickets and more details, visit bigconcerts.co.za/roxette/cape%20town/

 

 

 

 

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