Transport and parking information for a blockbuster sports weekend

05 August 2026

Free MyCiTi event shuttle services will operate before and after the match for all valid ticket holders

City’s Economic Growth budget to power job creation through investment, business growth

07 July 2026

​The City of Cape Town has approved an R868 million budget for the Economic Growth Directorate for the 2026/27 financial year

City proposes R366 million capital investment in community facilities

05 July 2026

Among the projects on the table are cemetery upgrades, the rebuild of Suiderstrand Library and ongoing redevelopment of the Strandfontein Pavilion.

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.

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

A Day of 1 000 Opportunities at capacity, apply online

16 April 2026

The City of Cape Town thanks residents for the exceptional turnout at A Day of 1 000 Opportunities at Athlone Stadium today, Thursday, 16 April 2026

Update on A Day of 1000 Opportunities at Athlone Stadium

16 April 2026

The City empathises with the plight of so many Capetonians in their bid to secure work.

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

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

A Day of 1000 Opportunities returns to Athlone Stadium – don’t miss out!

08 April 2026

Hosted by CapeBPO, the City’s special purpose vehicle (SPV), A Day of 1000 Opportunities is a direct path for job-hunting youth into the flourishing contact centre industr

Thrilling finish to 37th Bayhill Premier Cup

07 April 2026

The competition kicked off on Wednesday, 1 April 2026 at Erica Park Stadium in Belhar with the group stages.

Workforce data maps where Cape Town’s 100 000 call centre industry workers live

25 March 2026

In total, about 70 000 Capetonians work in BPO centres servicing international clients, while a further 30 000 residents are employed in domestic call centres

Tournament fixtures announced for 37th Bayhill Premier Cup

15 March 2026

City Departments Recreation and Parks, Events and the organisers of the tournament hosted the official fixture draw at the Banqueting Hall in the Cape Town Civic Centre last night.

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.

January to end with a flourish of exciting events

25 January 2026

City supports various events during the last week of January.

City awaits CTMCA application for available Athlone Stadium dates

15 January 2026

The City remains committed to working with the CTMCA to secure a lawfully permissible venue for the event in question.

Tweede Nuwe Jaar: Tens of thousands celebrate in Cape Town

06 January 2026

The city was filled with the unmistakable rhythm of Ghoema, vibrant satin costumes and the infectious energy of the Kaapse Klopse troupes.

Tweede Nuwe Jaar parade set for historic new heights

04 January 2026

​Excitement is at fever pitch ahead of the official Tweede Nuwe Jaar Festival on Monday, 5 January

Tweede nuwe Jaar all systems go

02 January 2026

Excitement is building ahead of the official Tweede Nuwe Jaar Festival on Monday 5 January

City considers next steps in matter involving the Cape Town Minstrel Carnival Association (CTMCA)

30 December 2025

The judgement and order issued yesterday have no bearing on Tweede Nuwe Jaar, as the matter before the court related solely to the Cape Town Minstrel Carnival Association’s internal competitions and the provision of suitable venues to hold such competitions.

Non-stop sporting action hits the Mother City over this weekend

03 December 2025

​Cape Town is in for an exciting weekend of sporting action from 5 – 7 December 2025

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.

City gears up for a busy November events calendar

04 November 2025

The City of Cape Town is preparing for another bustling month of activities.

City supports grassroots football

02 October 2025

The action kicks off with the 14th edition of the Rygate Cubs Festival at the Johnston Road Sports Complex in Athlone

Driving Cape Town’s tourism economy with sustainability at the core

25 September 2025

Cape Town’s natural beauty has always been one of the main features of our destination offering

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

Cape Town job-seekers turn out for A Day of 1 000 Opportunities

15 July 2025

Scores of young Capetonians turned out at Athlone Stadium for the Day of 1 000 Opportunities.

City ramps up R77 million refurbishment of key athletics stadiums

28 June 2025

The Recreation and Parks Department is busy with major upgrades at key athletics stadiums

City partnership programmes put young Capetonians to work

26 June 2025

hrough our funding of these industry-focused partners working in fields more than 15 700 jobs were created in Cape Town in 2024

Open Letter by the Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, Alderman James Vos

25 June 2025

Newly-established Vygekraal Catchment Management Forum aims to improve water quality

15 June 2025

A new chapter in collaborative water management has begun with the launch of the Vygekraal Catchment Management Forum (V-CMF).

Public participation opens on using part of Athlone Stadium’s parking area for mixed-use development

06 June 2025

The stadium’s central location is ideal for business and employment opportunities as it is located on main public transport route

City advises of critical Bridgetown, Silvertown electricity work

30 April 2025

​The City advises residents in Bridgetown and Silvertown of electricity supply interruptions

Bayhill Premier Cup – it’s a wrap!

21 April 2025

The finals took place at Athlone Stadium, with more than 6 000 spectators in attendance.

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.

All systems go for 2025 Bayhill Premier Cup

12 April 2025

Over the Easter long weekend, 32 teams from the Western Cape, the rest of South Africa and abroad, will vie for top honours.

City’s Economic Growth draft budget to power investment and jobs

02 April 2025

The City of Cape Town has tabled an R875,4 million draft budget for the Economic Growth Directorate for the 2025/26 financial year.

Bay Hill Cup draw gets the ball rolling

16 March 2025

City support the annual Bay Hill Cup

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.

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

Mixed-use development planned for part of Athlone Stadium’s parking area

11 December 2024

The stadium’s central location is ideal for business and employment opportunities as it is on main public transport routes

Events for the entire family in Cape Town this November

06 November 2024

City to host various events during November

Cape Town's epic week of football, music and kites

22 October 2024

Major events taking place in Cape Town this week and over the weekend

Cape Town’s October events line-up has festivals, sport, and global music

02 October 2024

October is loaded with topnotch events

Back the Women Boks at DHL Stadium and Athlone Stadium

21 September 2024

Women World Rugby Tournament in Cape Town

Cape Town draws curtain on World Rugby U20 Championship

18 July 2024

Six games, including a blockbuster final between defending champions France and England, are on the cards at Cape Town's iconic stadiums.

City’s iconic venues play host to a wealth of events; exciting upgrades on the way

04 July 2024

The City of Cape Town is continuing to leverage and improve its Strategic Assets portfolio under the Economic Growth Directorate.

Rugby's rising stars are back to light up the stage for World Rugby U20 Championship

27 June 2024

The 14th edition of the World Rugby U20 Championship takes place between 29 June and 19 July 2024, with South Africa being back-to-back hosts.

Thousands turn out to celebrate International Firefighters’ Day

05 May 2024

T-minus one week to International Firefighters Day

26 April 2024

The celebration comes as the sun sets on one of Cape Town's busiest summer fire periods.