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    City hosts festive events booking info session for Minstrels, Choirs and Bands

    City hosts festive events booking info session for Minstrels, Choirs and Bands

    14 July 2026

    The well attended engagement with these key City partners comes ahead of a busy festive season of cultural events.

    City's gaming tournament brings much joy to young gamers

    City's gaming tournament brings much joy to young gamers

    18 June 2026

    The City’s Smart Cape programme is focused on expanding digital access and enabling opportunities within communities

    Amended Events By-Law in effect

    Amended Events By-Law in effect

    10 June 2026

    The amended by-law is designed to streamline event approval processes, reduce unnecessary administrative burdens for lower-risk events

    City celebrates World Environment Day with Fynbos rehabilitation

    City celebrates World Environment Day with Fynbos rehabilitation

    05 June 2026

    Today's World Environment Day celebrated with Fynbos rehabilitation

    Partnership drives restoration of Bellville's Elsieskraal River

    Partnership drives restoration of Bellville's Elsieskraal River

    03 June 2026

    The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate continues to support community-based organisations working to restore and protect local waterways and wetlands

    Grant funding boosts Mosselbank River clean-up efforts

    Grant funding boosts Mosselbank River clean-up efforts

    21 May 2026

    The City of Cape Town continues to strengthen environmental rehabilitation efforts through grant funding support to community-based organisations

    City's future energy leaders play to learn

    City's future energy leaders play to learn

    14 May 2026

    The City is hosting Energy Efficiency Schools Programme (EESP) Play and Workshop events with schools across the metro to empower learners to make smart energy decisions

    Blue Downs and Wesfleur upgrades secure World Athletics Class Two certification

    Blue Downs and Wesfleur upgrades secure World Athletics Class Two certification

    11 May 2026

    The Class Two Certification for Wesfleur is valid until November 2030 and for Blue Downs until November 2031.

    Cape Town 10k reroutes to iconic finish for 2026 edition

    Cape Town 10k reroutes to iconic finish for 2026 edition

    05 May 2026

    ​For the first time in its 11-year history, the race will finish on the iconic Grand Parade with a backdrop of City Hall and Table Mountain

    Cape Town emerging artists shine at Comic Con

    Cape Town emerging artists shine at Comic Con

    04 May 2026

    ​Cape Town’s creative talent was on full display at this year’s Comic Con Cape Town 2026

    MayCo greenlights major private sector upgrade of Bellville Athletics Track, Velodrome

    MayCo greenlights major private sector upgrade of Bellville Athletics Track, Velodrome

    21 April 2026

    ​The City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee has greenlit a major private sector upgrade for the Bellville Athletics track and Velodrome by the successful bidder in the 2009 tender for the development of the precinct

    Vygieskraal set to bring cycling back to the track

    Vygieskraal set to bring cycling back to the track

    14 April 2026

    For decades, Vygieskraal has been a cornerstone of community sport in Cape Town

    Africa’s biggest travel and trade show under way this week

    Africa’s biggest travel and trade show under way this week

    14 April 2026

    World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2026, the continent’s largest tourism and hospitality trade show, kicked off this week at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

    A busy mid-month weekend for Events Permit Office

    A busy mid-month weekend for Events Permit Office

    14 April 2026

    The City's Event Permit Office is experiencing a busy month with a lot of events happening

    Invest Cape Town Centre shows diverse, innovative economy in action

    Invest Cape Town Centre shows diverse, innovative economy in action

    13 April 2026

    ​A range of new Cape-made products has gone on display at the Invest Cape Town Centre at City Hall in the CBD

    Vendor applications open for Mitchells Plain Freedom Day Celebration

    Vendor applications open for Mitchells Plain Freedom Day Celebration

    09 April 2026

    The City of Cape Town proudly presents the Mitchells Plain Freedom Day Celebration on Freedom Day, Monday, 27 April 2026.

    March events provide a major economic boost

    March events provide a major economic boost

    06 March 2026

    March includes several signature annual events that deliver a significant economic injection and reinforce the city’s position as a leading global events destination.

    Another exciting week of events to close off February

    Another exciting week of events to close off February

    24 February 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s Event Permit Office is monitoring 39 approved events taking place this week

    High Court dismisses attempts to block Cape Town land release

    High Court dismisses attempts to block Cape Town land release

    24 February 2026

    The City of Cape Town has welcomed the High Court’s dismissal of attempts to block the release of 50 City-owned properties for private sector investment, including the iconic Good Hope Centre.

    A weekend of sports: Logistics for Stormers-Sharks & SA20 Final

    A weekend of sports: Logistics for Stormers-Sharks & SA20 Final

    20 January 2026

    With two big events coming up this weekend, the City explains the logistical arrangements.

    Cape Town set for a blockbuster weekend of events to close out November

    Cape Town set for a blockbuster weekend of events to close out November

    26 November 2025

    The Festive Light Switch-on, with an anticipated crowd of around 80 000, will usher in the joyous season but it’s just one of many events taking place in Cape Town this coming weekend.

    Traffic impact for Speed Classic Cape Town

    Traffic impact for Speed Classic Cape Town

    21 October 2025

    Speed Classic Cape Town is taking place on Philip Kgosana Drive on Saturday, 25 and Sunday, 26 October 2025

    Visit the International Ombuds Day Expo and info session

    Visit the International Ombuds Day Expo and info session

    20 October 2025

    The Ombudsman’s Office deals with municipal-related complaints about the City’s administration as an office of last resort.

    Call on residents to comment on draft local spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    Call on residents to comment on draft local spatial plan for Big Bay and surrounding areas

    09 October 2025

    The draft LSDF for Big Bay and surrounding areas was an initiative driven by the local community

    City focuses on road safety in Cape Town this Transport Month

    City focuses on road safety in Cape Town this Transport Month

    28 September 2025

    1 October 2025 marks the start of Transport Month and the City will be shining the light on road safety

    Reminder to comment on the City’s service delivery monitoring

    Reminder to comment on the City’s service delivery monitoring

    26 September 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town is reviewing its Organisational Performance Management System (OPMS).

    Stage set for an exciting summer of events

    Stage set for an exciting summer of events

    04 September 2025

    the City of Cape Town is getting ready for an exciting summer of events

    Keeping the score on progress; comment on the City’s service delivery monitoring

    Keeping the score on progress; comment on the City’s service delivery monitoring

    03 September 2025

    ​The City of Cape Town is reviewing its Organisational Performance Management System (OPMS) and we want to hear from you.

    City unveils performing arts brochure to boost tourism

    City unveils performing arts brochure to boost tourism

    24 August 2025

    This week, the City unveiled its latest publication spotlighting Cape Town’s vibrant arts and culture scene. The booklet comes as the Mother City heads towards the busy holiday season.

    Compost bin rollout in Greenways, Edgemead

    Compost bin rollout in Greenways, Edgemead

    21 August 2025

    Organic waste that ends up in landfill contributes greatly to global warming by producing methane gas

    City Hall clock and bell chime heard across Cape Town again

    City Hall clock and bell chime heard across Cape Town again

    31 July 2025

    The famous City Hall clock is ticking in perfect time and its beautiful bells are chiming once again after being fully restored.

    From coding to exhibitions, City puts Madiba’s legacy centre stage

    From coding to exhibitions, City puts Madiba’s legacy centre stage

    18 July 2025

    City staff spent time in various communities today, 18 July 2025, in honour of Madiba Day.

    Hang on: Cape Town launches new campaign to drive tourism and investment

    Hang on: Cape Town launches new campaign to drive tourism and investment

    11 June 2025

    The City this week launched a coat-hanger marketing campaign at the Hotel and Hospitality Expo Africa.

    ​Green Point Athletics Stadium track gets world-class certification

    ​Green Point Athletics Stadium track gets world-class certification

    05 June 2025

    The stadium track opened to the public in 2015 and has been used extensively by the public for athletics meets and events

    City Libraries mark World Book Day with 7,500 +reasons to read

    City Libraries mark World Book Day with 7,500 +reasons to read

    23 April 2025

    City Libraries celebrate World Book Day with various activities

    A busy week ahead for Events Permitting Office this Easter long weekend

    A busy week ahead for Events Permitting Office this Easter long weekend

    15 April 2025

    The City’s Events Permit Office has permitted and will be monitoring at least 27 events going into the long Easter weekend.

    Cape Town Triathlon makes return to ocean, land and urban park

    Cape Town Triathlon makes return to ocean, land and urban park

    19 March 2025

    City supports Cape Town Triathlon event

    City Ombudsman celebrates World Consumer Rights Day 2025

    City Ombudsman celebrates World Consumer Rights Day 2025

    13 March 2025

    The Office of the City Ombudsman will be hosting the commemoration for celebration and solidarity within the international consumer movement, acknowledged internationally on 15 March each year.

    Exciting March events await in the Mother City

    Exciting March events await in the Mother City

    05 March 2025

    The City’s Events Permit Office will monitor 109 events set to take place in March, covering a host of categories.

    Old timer gets a revamp

    Old timer gets a revamp

    04 March 2025

    The popular City Hall Turret Clock is set for mechanical sprucing up to get it chiming like new again.

    A month of world-class events and memorable experiences in Cape Town

    A month of world-class events and memorable experiences in Cape Town

    04 February 2025

    The City is hosting a lot of events during February

    High stakes, high fashion and powerhouse entertainment at 2025 Cape Town MET

    High stakes, high fashion and powerhouse entertainment at 2025 Cape Town MET

    23 January 2025

    The Cape Town MET is more than just a horse racing event; it is a celebration of fashion, culture, and community.

    Cape Town to host first-ever Nomad Week in March 2025

    Cape Town to host first-ever Nomad Week in March 2025

    19 January 2025

    The City of Cape Town is thrilled to announce that the first-ever Nomad Week.

    Cape Town ready for Proteas and Pakistan ODI

    Cape Town ready for Proteas and Pakistan ODI

    18 December 2024

    The Proteas will play Pakistan in the second ODI at Newlands Cricket Ground on Thursday, 19 December 2024.

    Step closer to revitalising Good Hope Centre’s future

    Step closer to revitalising Good Hope Centre’s future

    05 December 2024

    As a key step to revitalising the Good Hope Centre site, Council today approved the start of the public participation process to release this iconic property for proposed redevelopment. .

    November events frenzy sets the stage for an epic Cape Town summer

    November events frenzy sets the stage for an epic Cape Town summer

    03 December 2024

    The 206 events hosted in Cape Town this November saw around 400 000 people attending.

    Revitalising Good Hope Centre’s future takes centre stage

    Revitalising Good Hope Centre’s future takes centre stage

    19 November 2024

    The City’s proposal envisions retaining the Good Hope Centre’s iconic dome while optimising the surrounding space for mixed-use potential.

    Locally extinct Cape Water Lily back in bloom to celebrate Earthshot Week

    Locally extinct Cape Water Lily back in bloom to celebrate Earthshot Week

    07 November 2024

    Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis reintroduced the Cape Water Lily (Nymphaea nouchali var. caerulea) at False Bay Nature Reserve: Rondevlei section.

    Comment on amendments to City’s Events By-Law

    Comment on amendments to City’s Events By-Law

    31 October 2024

    The Draft Events Amendment By-law, 2024 is going out for public comment for a month from Friday 1 November 2024.

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