Cape Town City Hall
The City Hall is used as a venue for many cultural and social events.
About
Cape Town City Hall is one of our oldest and most central public spaces and home to the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra. Following a lengthy makeover, the heritage venue is available for a wide range of cultural and social events.
Features
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Carillion
- French styled architecture
- Links to public transport
- Parking available at Grand Parade
- PA system
- Pipe organ
- Special acoustics in Grand Hall for live performances
- Wheelchair access
Capacity and floor plan
The capacity of the most popular areas are included in the table below.
|
Grand Hall |
Ground | N/A |
953 |
|
Minor Hall |
First | 154 |
184 |
|
Banqueting Hall |
Second |
223 |
226 |
Gallery
City Hall was built in 1905 and is a grandiose Victorian statement, reminiscent of the French Second Empire.
The City Hall Clock Tower is an iconic part of the city's skyline.
The Grand Hall is the most impressive room and was designed with a view to hold musical festivals, meetings, banquets and balls.
Fixed seating facing the tiered stage
Balcony seating designed to give uninterrupted views of the stage.
Annual festive lights concert
The Minor Hall
Teak wainscot in the Banqueting Hall is visible around the entire room
Memorial for Mandela at City Hall in 2013
The Clock Tower lit up for World Design Capital 2014 celebrations
African Fashion Week international launch
New Year's Eve street parade
City Hall was built in 1905 and is a grandiose Victorian statement, reminiscent of the French Second Empire.
3D Model
View a 3D model of City Hall to see the various bookable spaces. The measuring tool will allow you to get dimensions of the floor, wall and door openings.
Booking and tariffs
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Our online booking system is currently offline. If you require assistance with bookings or venue queries, please contact our venue staff:
Full list of tariffs
Please note
Proof of payment will be required to secure your booking, subject to our
Conditions of Hire. As City Hall is a Heritage Building, events that require amplified sound will be subject to prior approval.
Location
Darling Street, Cape Town City Centre
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