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    It’s a date for Cape Town’s iconic Festive Lights Switch-On

    It’s a date for Cape Town’s iconic Festive Lights Switch-On

    31 July 2026

    The City of Cape Town’s flagship Festive Lights Switch-On returns to the Grand Parade this November

    City’s Arts Aweh! programme reaches thousands of young people

    City’s Arts Aweh! programme reaches thousands of young people

    09 July 2026

    The programme also created job opportunities for 19 young creatives and cultural workers

    Youth Day celebrations at Adriaanse Library

    Youth Day celebrations at Adriaanse Library

    19 June 2026

    Following an educational programme, participants enjoyed a variety of recreational activities facilitated by the Sports and Recreation Department

    Manzi inspires young water champions at 95 schools

    Manzi inspires young water champions at 95 schools

    08 June 2026

    More than 95 schools across Cape Town have already been reached by the City’s water awareness programme in 2026

    Parking and transport information for Stormers vs Glasgow Warriors and Ultra South Africa

    Parking and transport information for Stormers vs Glasgow Warriors and Ultra South Africa

    22 April 2026

    The DHL Stormers play their last regular season home game against Glasgow Warriors on Saturday, 25 April 2026.

    Hout Bay facilities restored with over R9 million investment in community spaces

    Hout Bay facilities restored with over R9 million investment in community spaces

    17 April 2026

    The City of Cape Town will reopen the Hangberg Civic Centre following a full refurbishment after its illegal occupation and vandalism

    Water Warriors partner with City, remove 80 bags of waste from the Diep River

    Water Warriors partner with City, remove 80 bags of waste from the Diep River

    15 April 2026

    The coordinators of the WWP equipped a group of 20 CPUT student volunteers with the essential knowledge and skills

    Mayor Hill-Lewis speech: Tabling of 2026-27: City of Hope Budget

    Mayor Hill-Lewis speech: Tabling of 2026-27: City of Hope Budget

    31 March 2026

    Mayor Hill-Lewis City of Hope Budget Speech

    Muizenberg beachfront upgrade progress report

    Muizenberg beachfront upgrade progress report

    09 March 2026

    ​The City would like to advise visitors and locals that the upgrade of the Muizenberg beachfront is making great progress.

    City arts programmes open doors for young creatives in 2026

    City arts programmes open doors for young creatives in 2026

    30 January 2026

    Applications are open for the City’s annual Emerging Artists programme

    David Kramer, Taliep Petersen awarded the Freedom of Cape Town

    David Kramer, Taliep Petersen awarded the Freedom of Cape Town

    20 January 2026

    David Kramer was on hand to personally accept the honour, while Taliep Petersen’s posthumous award was accepted by his daughters, Jawaahier, Fatiema, and Aeesha Petersen.

    More than 100 000 Capetonians unite to celebrate Festive Lights Switch-On

    More than 100 000 Capetonians unite to celebrate Festive Lights Switch-On

    01 December 2025

    Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says Capetonians showed amazing unity and Christmas spirit, with more than 100 000 festival-goers attending the Festive Lights Switch-on across the Grand Parade

    Cape Town’s Musical Icons Unite in a Moving Tribute at the 2025 Festive Lights Switch-On

    Cape Town’s Musical Icons Unite in a Moving Tribute at the 2025 Festive Lights Switch-On

    11 November 2025

    As the City prepares to welcome the festive season, audiences can look forward to one of the most anticipated highlights of this year’s Festive Lights Switch-On - a special musical tribute.

    Cape Town gets ready to shine, sing and dance

    Cape Town gets ready to shine, sing and dance

    31 October 2025

    City announces artist line-up ahead of the Festive Lights Switch-On event

    Manzi inspires learners to tap into Cape Town’s water future

    Manzi inspires learners to tap into Cape Town’s water future

    19 October 2025

    The City’s Water and Sanitation mascot Manzi, visited the Grade 6 class at Lochnershof Primary School in Strand.

    Ballet outreach attracts hundreds of young people

    Ballet outreach attracts hundreds of young people

    18 October 2025

    The programme included structured workshops, and a participant showcase on the final day.

    City announces Festive Lights ‘move with melody’ competition

    City announces Festive Lights ‘move with melody’ competition

    01 October 2025

    The competition opens today, 1 October to amateur performers of any age, in groups ranging from two to a maximum of 10 dancers per entry.

    Arts Aweh! delivers a masterclass to budding young artists

    Arts Aweh! delivers a masterclass to budding young artists

    01 July 2025

    The Arts Aweh! programme provided young people, aged six to 18, with creative learning experiences and an opportunity to participate in various art forms.

    Fun for all ages this winter school holiday

    Fun for all ages this winter school holiday

    20 June 2025

    The City’s libraries and recreation facilities are ready to keep learners busy and active this winter school holiday with hundreds of programmes.

    More than 100 participate in child protection awareness programme

    More than 100 participate in child protection awareness programme

    03 June 2025

    Children are one of the most vulnerable groups in our communities and often bear the brunt of any social ills such as drug abuse or criminal activity.

    City tables fun at first Khayelitsha Market

    City tables fun at first Khayelitsha Market

    28 March 2025

    We encourage the public to attend the City’s first market at this popular location, which supports local talent and businesses

    Be part of history at Cape Town SVNS – the biggest party in town

    Be part of history at Cape Town SVNS – the biggest party in town

    05 December 2024

    Cape Town once again sets the stage for excitement on and off the field.

    Vendor registration open for Helderberg Night Market

    Vendor registration open for Helderberg Night Market

    22 November 2024

    The exciting Helderberg Night Market is right around the corner and local sellers are encouraged to apply for a spot today!

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

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

    02 October 2024

    October is loaded with topnotch events

    City celebrates cultural heritage with sport in Hanover Park

    City celebrates cultural heritage with sport in Hanover Park

    25 September 2024

    Children and youth from Hanover Park participated in various recreational activities

    A day at the ballet

    A day at the ballet

    03 September 2024

    The opportunity to interact with artists and experience performing art in the workspace was created for young people across Cape Town

    Spring into fitness with Recreation and Parks

    Spring into fitness with Recreation and Parks

    01 September 2024

    The City's Recreation and Parks Department manages 3 571 parks, 13 regional parks, 180 indoor centres and 167 sports fields.

    Apply now for funding for arts, culture and heritage projects

    Apply now for funding for arts, culture and heritage projects

    04 August 2024

    The City's Community, Arts and Culture Department supports various organisations through GIA funding, to deliver impactful projects which contribute to the city's cultural vibrancy and community wellbeing.

     Youth Day celebrations abound

    Youth Day celebrations abound

    18 June 2024

    Young people joined the City’s Community Services and Health Directorate in celebrating Youth Day.

    Tunes for young and old

    Tunes for young and old

    12 April 2024

    The City is proud to partner with the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra and Cape Town Opera to bring these initiatives to our residents.

    March madness hits the Mother City: a jam-packed month of events awaits

    March madness hits the Mother City: a jam-packed month of events awaits

    01 March 2024

    The City's Events Permit Office anticipates permitting more than 60 events of varying sizes for the month of March.

     Cape Town Arts Festival spotlights community arts and wellness

    Cape Town Arts Festival spotlights community arts and wellness

    12 December 2023

    Arts Festival held at Castle of Good Hope over the weekend

    Top musicians, dancing, gaming and a shoppers’ paradise at My Cape Town Market Company’s Garden

    Top musicians, dancing, gaming and a shoppers’ paradise at My Cape Town Market Company’s Garden

    11 December 2023

    ​Feel the festive vibes at this year’s My Cape Town Market Company’s Garden happening between 16 and 20 December at the iconic space in the CBD.

    Waste Awareness Programme launches, fun activities planned for beachgoers

    Waste Awareness Programme launches, fun activities planned for beachgoers

    03 December 2023

    The City's Public Awareness, Communication and Education (PACE) Team, and Bingo the anti-litter mascot, are visiting various beaches as part of the City’s Festive Season Waste Awareness Programme.

    City supports ArtsAbility

    City supports ArtsAbility

    30 November 2023

    The festival's focus this year is on solo performances and celebrates artists with and without disabilities.

     Festive Lights switch-on: road closures reminder

    Festive Lights switch-on: road closures reminder

    24 November 2023

    The Festive Lights switch-on event is expected to draw an 80 000+ crowd to the Grand Parade and surrounds on Sunday, 26 November 2023

    Stage is set for Festive Lights Switch-on dance battle

    Stage is set for Festive Lights Switch-on dance battle

    16 November 2023

    City of Cape Town launched a dance competition in the search for the top three crews who will not only walk away with prize money, but will also perform on the main stage at the Grand Parade.

    Cassper Nyovest and Focalistic headline 2023 Festive Lights Switch-on

    Cassper Nyovest and Focalistic headline 2023 Festive Lights Switch-on

    08 November 2023

    The City of Cape Town announced the artists headlining this year’s free light extravaganza set for Sunday, 26 November 2023.

    City announces Festive Lights Dance Off Competition

    City announces Festive Lights Dance Off Competition

    27 October 2023

    The 'Future of Hope Dance Competition' aligns with the theme for this year's switch-on event.

    City and Artscape help take stories from page to stage

    City and Artscape help take stories from page to stage

    19 October 2023

    The New Voices Programme focuses on the developing and mentoring of scriptwriters to produce new work

    Zakes Bantwini set to make history in the Mother City

    Zakes Bantwini set to make history in the Mother City

    18 October 2023

    Grammy award-winning artist, Zakes Bantwini along with a stellar line-up of local artists, will take to the stage for his Abantu concert on 28 October 2023.

    Children enjoy a day at the Opera

    Children enjoy a day at the Opera

    22 September 2023

    ​The City’s Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department (SD&ECD) together with Cape Town Opera (CTO) hosted the fourth opera experience at the Artscape Theatre Centre last weekend

    Spring into fun with the City’s holiday programmes

    Spring into fun with the City’s holiday programmes

    21 September 2023

    'While this holiday is shorter than others, our Recreation and Parks Department has packed in many activities for all ages.

    WOMAD Cape Town spotlights Heritage Day

    WOMAD Cape Town spotlights Heritage Day

    19 September 2023

    ​Over Heritage Day weekend, Cape Town gears up to host a diverse variety of FREE musically themed concerts taking place at the V&A Waterfront from 23 to 25 September.

    Bumper end to Cape Town’s 2023 events calendar

    Bumper end to Cape Town’s 2023 events calendar

    04 September 2023

    The third instalment of FAME Week Africa, taking place from 3 – 9 September 2023, will kick off an exciting season of events until the end of the year.

    Honouring the women behind Water and Sanitation’s technical services

    Honouring the women behind Water and Sanitation’s technical services

    23 August 2023

    It takes women of all skillsets to keep the Water and Sanitation Directorate’s Engineering and Asset Management team at Killarney depot running.

    Learning through the Arts Aweh! programme

    Learning through the Arts Aweh! programme

    06 July 2023

    Children from Dunoon, Delft, Pella, Langa, Bridgetown, Silvertown, Heideveld, Bonteheuwel, Woodlands and Eastridge participated in the pilot project, with over 400 children attending the project each day

     Suidoosterfees sets the scene for 20 years of cultural diversity

    Suidoosterfees sets the scene for 20 years of cultural diversity

    23 April 2023

    The popular cultural and music event - Suidoosterfees

    Young talent takes centre stage at Langa Centenary Arts Festival

    Young talent takes centre stage at Langa Centenary Arts Festival

    04 April 2023

    The City of Cape Town’s Recreation and Parks Department launched the first of a series of recreational festivals.

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