Cape Town has plenty on offer this weekend, whether you’re in the mood for good food, live entertainment, a little culture or something different to do with the family.
From a festival celebrating Belgian food and a live bead-off at the V&A Waterfront to ballet, stargazing and a fitness festival in the Winelands, there is a varied line-up of events taking place across the Mother City and beyond.
Whether you’re planning a family outing, catching a performance or looking for an excuse to explore somewhere new, here are some events happening in Cape Town and the surrounding areas this weekend.
A Taste of Belgium
The 15th edition of A Taste of Belgium returns to Newlands, offering visitors an opportunity to experience a little Belgian culture without leaving Cape Town.
Food is a big part of the celebrations, with freshly made waffles, gourmet frites and traditional Belgian specialities on offer.
There will also be local craft stalls, live music and family-friendly activities, making it a good option for a Saturday outing.
Entry is free, with designated off-site parking and a complimentary shuttle service available.
- Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Time: 10 am to 5 pm
- Location: Belgian Residence, 29 Boshof Avenue, Newlands.
It Takes a Gogo
The V&A Waterfront will host a celebration of the women behind Relate Bracelets, with 12 master-beader gogos taking part in a live bead-off against local personalities, influencers and cause ambassadors.
Hosted by Relate, the event will feature three rounds of friendly competition, live speed-beading, interactive public stations and entertainment.
Beyond the competition, it is an opportunity to recognise the women whose craftsmanship helps create earning opportunities and supports communities and causes across South Africa.
- Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Time: 10 am to 3 pm
- Location: Amphitheatre, V&A Waterfront.
Observatory Open Night
If you’ve ever been curious about what happens at the South African Astronomical Observatory, its public Open Night offers an opportunity to explore the world of astronomy.
The evening begins with a presentation by PhD student Max Chong, whose talk, “Our Quest to Find Life Beyond Earth”, looks at the ongoing search for life elsewhere in the universe.
Visitors can also enjoy a guided tour of the observatory’s historic facilities, including its library, museum and 120-year-old McClean Telescope.
Weather permitting, there will be an opportunity to view the night sky through the observatory’s outreach telescopes.
- Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Time: 8 pm to 10 pm. Gates open at 7.30 pm.
- Location: South African Astronomical Observatory, Observatory Road, Observatory.
Joburg Ballet presents Celestial Bodies
Joburg Ballet brings its production “Celestial Bodies” to Cape Town in a collaboration with Universe on Stage that combines dance, science and music.
Choreographed by Mario Gaglione, the production explores the origins and evolution of the universe through classical ballet, cinematic projections, scientific storytelling and an original piano score.
The performance features live scientific narration by theoretical physicist Dr Luca Pontiggia, while composer Yasheen Modi performs the original music.
It offers an interesting meeting of the performing arts and science, taking audiences on a journey from the Big Bang to the emergence of life.
- Date: Saturday, November 14, and Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Time: Saturday at 2 pm and 7 pm; Sunday at 2 pm.
- Location: Pam Golding Theatre, Baxter Theatre Centre, Rondebosch.
Motherkind PowerHER Fit Fest with Kayla Itsines
Fitness enthusiasts can head out to Franschhoek for Motherkind’s PowerHER Fit Fest, featuring Australian fitness entrepreneur and global fitness personality Kayla Itsines.
The full-day event brings together fitness, wellness and entertainment.
Highlights include a live workout with Itsines, fitness sessions, wellness talks, interactive brand experiences and a Food and Brand Village.
The day will wrap up with the PowerHER After Party, featuring an all-female entertainment line-up led by Lady Zamar.
- Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Time: 11 am to 9 pm
- Location: Allée Bleue Wine Estate, corner of the R45 and R310, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek.
