We have some fun suggestions for what to do in and around Cape Town this weekend. Take a look!
Bluebird Garage Food + Goods Market
"As the cornerstone of the Muizenberg community, the Blue Bird Garage Food & Goods Market takes place every Friday night in a beautiful old postal plane hangar on the edge of this urban village. You will find this space filled with a collection of local Artisans, specialty cooks, bakers, producers and Designers. We bring the butcher, the baker, the t shirt maker together under one eclectic, creative, vibey roof."
When: Friday, 4pm - 10pm
Where: 39 Albertyn Road, Muizenberg
Cost: n/a
Contact: Laura 084 405 3544 or Marcus 082 920 4285
Website: www.bluebirdgarage.co.za
Durbanville Plaasfees
"The Durbanville Plaasfees will make you yearn for the simple pleasures in life and reminisce over happy childhood days spent on the plaas. Now in its 9th year running, this farm- fresh festival gives you the space to enjoy community gatherings and a great natural atmosphere. Peruse an eclectic assortment of unique craft stalls and indulge in homegrown food and drink while the kids burn their untapped energy at the entertainment arena."
When: Saturday, 8am - 12am
Where: Diemersdal Wine Estate, Koeberg Road, Durbanville
Cost: Adult - R50, Child - R20
Contact: 0861 915 800
Website: www.durbanvilleplaasfees.co.za
Cape Folk ‘n Acoustic Music Festival
"The 11th installment of the Cape Town Folk n Acoustic Music Festival features an incredible line-up of 16 South African folk and acoustic artists. The evening is set to be an experience of the finest musical storytelling from the personal journeys of some of South Africa’s finest singer-songwriters."
When: Sunday, 5pm - 7pm
Where: Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Town
Cost: Adults - R165, Youth (6-21 yrs with ID) - R125, Children under 6 years - free
Contact: 021 799 8783
Website: www.webtickets.co.za
Green Point Urban Park
"A place to walk, play and relax near the Cape Town Stadium. A popular picnic and kids party area, there are two defined play areas – one for toddlers and one for older children. The outdoor training gym is also popular, and the park is surrounded by a biodiversity garden with more than 300 Cape plant species, as well as a watermill and a lake with ducks and sea gulls. Environmental installations offer an educational treat."
When: Daily, 7am - 7pm
Where: Green Point Urban Park, Somerset Rd, Green Point
Cost: free
Contact: 021 430 7399
Website: www.gprra.co.za
Learn 2 Surf
"We aim to provide a family environment where you can share the stoke with us whether it is something you are thinking about trying for the first time or something you have loved for years."
When: Saturday and Sunday, 9am and 2pm
Where: Muizenberg Beach
Cost: varies
Contact: 021 788 8687
Website: www.surfemporium.co.za
Happy Friday - enjoy the weekend!
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