30/09/2025
What’s on in Cape Town in October (2025) ⛰🐋
From music festivals and art shows to sporting highlights and wellness escapes, Cape Town in October is alive with experiences for every taste 🎶🎨🏃♀️🍷
Kick off the month with Rocking the Daisies at Cloof Wine Estate — SA’s biggest outdoor music festival featuring global stars, local legends, art installations, food trucks, camping vibes, and a strong focus on sustainability 🌱🎶
Families can look to the skies at the Cape Town International Kite Festival, where colourful creations fill Youngsfield’s skies in support of Cape Mental Health. Expect food stalls, play zones, and live entertainment alongside a meaningful cause 🪁💙
Runners and supporters unite at the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon. With a 42km route through historic neighbourhoods and scenic seaboards, plus the 10km Peace Run & 5km Fun Run, it’s a true celebration of health and community 🏅✨
Nature lovers can head to Hermanus for the Whale Festival, blending markets, parades, live music, and conservation awareness while southern right whales breach just offshore 🐋🎉
Wine enthusiasts will love the Robertson Sip & Savour Festival along the Breede River — tastings, artisanal food, boat cruises, and craft stalls create the ultimate countryside indulgence 🍇🍷
For a reset, the Shanti Lifestyle & Wellness Festival offers yoga, meditation, and holistic workshops alongside nourishing food and mindful living 🌸🧘♀️
Creativity takes centre stage at the Plett ARTS Festival, showcasing exhibitions, performances, and workshops, while bird lovers explore wetlands and forests at the Plett Bitou Birding Festival 🖌️🦅
End the month dancing under the stars at the Be You Silent Disco, a joyful celebration of individuality with DJs, wireless headphones, and pure good vibes 🎧🌌
✨ October in Cape Town is more than a calendar of events — it’s a season of memories waiting to be made. Which experience will you choose?