Cape Town Carnival, food fair, CANSA Shavathon: here's what's happening in the Cape this weekend

When it comes to where the vibes will be in the Cape this weekend, EB Inglis know where they are and he's sharing them with you:

Cape Town Carnival

When: Saturday, 15 March

The DHL Stormers will "take the Cape by storm” floating down Somerset Street.

Another unmissable act at this year’s event is the stunning Erika Januza, Rio’s Carnival Queen – who has held the official title ‘Queen of the Drums’ for three years. Hot on the heels of her performance at the iconic Rio Carnival recently, Erika is a special guest of the Cape Town Carnival and will be showing Capetonians how it’s done in Brazil as she performs in this year’s event.

She will be joined by some of Cape Town’s hottest queens from The Drag Cartel: Maxine Wild, Dee Blogging, Diamante Eclipse, Valentina Petronella (LeCap), Le Baby and Emogen Moore.

Hip-hop sensation, Bravo Le Roux, will perform in the parade.

Also, YoungstaCPT! Once again, the rapper will bring his uplifting energy to the Fanwalk.

Paxton Fielies also stars in the line-up of unmissable Cape Town Carnival musical acts.

As always, crowd favourites such as the Cape Town firefighters, the Chinese community, a marching band and traditional dancers will light up the fan walk with energy and passion.

A Pink Room Games Night EXTRAvaganza!

Date: Friday 14th March
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Venue: The Pink room, 1st floor, Gorgeous George Hotel, 118 St. George’s Mall.

Board games, card games, interactive games and social games, pick and choose what you’d like to play, with a Harvest Buffet included in the ticket price.

There will be prizes...

A night’s stay at the Gorgeous George Hotel for 2 is up for grabs.

Tickets: R100 + booking fee - available on Quicket or at the door!

Kid's Kingdom Pre-School Food Fair

When: Friday , 14th March, 18:00 - 21:00
Where: Kids Kingdom Pre-School Centre, 51 Goedemoed Road, Goedemoed

What to expect:

The annual food fair features various stalls depicting countries and their cuisine.

This year we once again have a wide variety of starters, mains desserts and drinks, and treats and toys in our candy land for the "kids".

The event as always is bound to be a memorable one.

Wynberg Boys High School Summer Concerts

When: Sunday, 16 March from 16:00 to 18:00.
Where: Wynberg Boys High School, John Baxter Amphitheatre, entrance to school off Herschell Walk, Wynberg.
Free entry but donations are welcome which will go the Music Department.

Bring your picnic basket or purchase boerie rolls and other goodies on sale.

Down to EARTH market

When: every Wednesday from 16:00 to 21:00 and Saturday 9:00 to 15:00.
Where: IPA Timour Hall Villa

What to expect:

The Down to EARTH market is Cape Town’s go-to market for a fun, family-friendly experience!

It’s the perfect place to enjoy delicious food, live music, incredible local vendors, and even donkey interactions for the kids.

Whether you’re in the mood for a laid-back outing with friends or a great day out with family, this market has something for everyone.

Come for the food, stay for the vibe, and experience the best of Cape Town’s community spirit!

CANSA Shavathon

When: Saturday, 15 March from 10am to 1pm
Where: Unit 6A, Phumelela Park, Montague Drive, Montague Gardens

What to expect:

Everyone is invited to shave, spray or donate - all funds raised will go towards
Kerston Foods' Social Impact Initiative, supporting everyone affected by cancer.

The event aims to raise the grand total donation goal of R54,000.

There will be a chance to win a trolley dash through the Kerston Foods factory with raffles
and auctions on the go, too.

Boerie rolls, beverages and activities for kids will be available.

Knysna Gin Bar

When: 21 & 22 March 2025

Where: Atlantic Beach Hotel, Melkbosstrand, Cape Town

What to expect: Knysna's Fringe Festival is a first - get ready for a funky, fabulous weekend bursting with a fusion of arts, theatre, music and flavour as local talent takes centre stage with must-see fringe events lighting up The Knysna Gin Bar and The Doos Gallery.

Forthcoming for May...

Wings for Life World Run 2025

When: 4 May 2025

What to expect: Runners worldwide will unite to make a difference in spinal cord research when they participate in the Wings for Life World Run 2025.

Whether you’re participating on the Wings for Life World Run app or at the selected venues, you’ll be part of a movement where fun and fundraising take centre stage.

Run for those who can't - every step supports spinal cord research. Your participation directly contributes to finding a cure for spinal cord injuries, making your run meaningful beyond personal goals.
Global Unity—This race is unlike any other, bringing together participants from around the world who run simultaneously. Whether you're in Cape Town, Tokyo, or New York, you are contributing to a global movement by participating.
The Catcher Car Challenge - experience the thrill of the iconic Catcher Car Challenge as it chases you down, adding an exciting twist to the run with no traditional finish line. Push yourself to see how far you can go before it catches you.
Accessible to every fitness level—This event welcomes participants of all fitness levels, whether seasoned marathoners, casual joggers, or walkers.
Join virtually: Join the run virtually from anywhere through the Wings for Life World Run app.

Visit www.wingsforlifeworldrun.com to register and start your journey to an unforgettable race day.