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ICA’s 2024 Live Art Festival ushers in spring in Cape Town

Experience four days of culture in the Cape Town CBD at the University of Cape Town’s Institute for Creative Arts (ICA)’s Live Arts Festival.

Thursday Fire & Wine evenings at Brookdale Bistro

Sip a glass of wine and cosy up next to the fireplace at The Brookdale Bistro at Brookdale Estate in the Paarl Winelands on Thursday nights.

Glamorous Made for Beauty Fair at Hyde Park Corner

Go and indulge in all things beauty at the Made for Beauty fair – from skincare to makeup, haircare to fragrances, there’ll be plenty in the beauty category.

Entries open for the 2025 AVBOB Poetry Competition

Once again AVBOB is asking South Africans from all walks of life to submit their finest words for the AVBOB Poetry Competition.

Sunday Society Picnics are back at The Maslow

Picnic like you mean it because the Sunday Society Picnics are coming back from October 2024 at The Maslow in Sandton.

Icon Villas expands its portfolio amidst private villa boom

Icon Villas book around 100 private villas in the Western-Cape, ranging from city and beach villas, to Winelands and country villas.

SALA celebrates 19 years of advancing our literary heritage

The SALA Awards Handover Ceremony takes place 7 November 2024 – these South African Literary Awards saw over 200 submissions.

Future Found Sanctuary retreats by Newmark Hotels

Look out for exclusive retreats at the Future Found Sanctuary in Cape Town – it’s a 5-star regenerative destination.

Premiere of GLIMMER at Magnet Theatre

Magnet Theatre’s GLIMMER is a new play directed and written by award winning theatre maker and puppeteer Roshina Ratnam.

Exciting MPA Day activities in your area

Marine Protected Areas are highlighted on MPA Day – celebrations across the globe are dedicated to protecting these ‘nature reserves of the sea’.

Third instalment of Eastern Cape Fashion Week

Eastern Cape Fashion Week will showcase 10 local designers, NMU Fashion Design Students and a guest designer on their platform.

Endler Concert Series highlights the classics

The Endler Concert Series season starts with feature performances by the Juliet String Quartet and Stellenbosch University Choir.

The Hungry Mute – gourmet brownies to silence hunger

Try Woolworths Youth Maker Chef Makomborero Mutezo’s recipe for Chocolate Chip Banana Bread – it’s delish!

uVuyo Music and Dance in Motion show

uVuyo Music and Dance in Motion is choreographed and directed by Maxwell Rani, Lisa Wilson, with musical direction by Dizu Plaatjies, Bronwen Clacherty and Rick Deja.

Exciting return of the SA Freestyle Football Championship

The SA Freestyle Football Championship is back – be sure to watch great athleticism at this WFFA event at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town.

Interview with Vergenoegd Löw winemaker Vusi Dalicuba

Vergenoegd Löw winemaker Vusi Dalicuba was judged runner-up at the inaugural 2024 Next Generation Awards sponsored by FedEx Express, convened by Winemag.co.za

Network while tuning into The Music Imbizo

The Music Imbizo hosts various music industry stakeholders under one roof to map new and exciting ways for the music industry on the African continent.

Uvulile National Tour in East London and Joburg

Gospel great Lusanda Beja embarks on a tour to various South Africa cities – he’s launching his third live album titled Walking in Authority.

Get your Cape Town Beer & Cider Fest tickets!

Sample some awesome local beer and cider brands at The Cape Town Beer & Cider Fest at Cape Town High School.

Food, drink and lifestyle exhibits at The Good Life Show

The Good Life Show gears up for a weekend of culinary innovation this weekend at Kyalami...

Tintswalo Boulders opens a spa

Tintswalo Boulders, which overlooks Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, Cape Town, has opened a spa on...

How to build a wine cellar on a budget?

For most wine lovers, the journey to appreciating wine isn't smooth. At first, the wine world may...

Discover Cape Town’s vibrant art scene

Spier Arts Trust and House Union Block have curated two compelling exhibitions for the HEAT Festival – Homecoming and Unfiltered.

Bring the joy of Christmas to July!

July is a great time of year to embrace a delightful, wintry celebration of all things festive – and also even Christmas.

Jazz trumpeter Feya Faku plays two Cape Town gigs

Feya Faku’s Cape Town band will include Kyle Shepherd on keys, Buddy Wells on sax, Wesley Rustin on bass and Langa Dubazana drums.

The liberating experience of solo travel

Premier Hotels & Resorts COO Sigal Nassimov-Geva shares her thoughts on solo travel and how to go about having a great solo adventure.

Cap Classique Safari and Mystery Weekend

The Cap Classique Safari weekend offers visitors the opportunity to indulge in the finest Cap Classiques of the Cape region.

Nail-biting Urban Circus at The Teatro

A better and bigger version of Urban Circus hits the stage at The Teatro, Montecasino – expect acrobatics, acting and juggling.

Home décor, design trends at Decorex Joburg

View all the latest Home décor and design trends at Decorex Joburg, which facilitates one-on-one connections with industry experts.

Comedy, jazz, choral acts at Carnival City

From the Heavyweights Comedy Night, Rising Sun Choir and Paebo Bryson tour, there’s loads to enjoy at Carnival City this August.

Monthly Time Out Market Winter Wine Series

Sample wine producers from the Western Cape, who offer unlimited tastings and gourmet food pairings at the Time Out Winter Wine Series.

Don’t miss this blooming escapade!

Cape Weskus experts lead West Coast Way Wildflowers and Food Tours – they share insights into the region’s ecology and conservation efforts.

Heat Winter Arts Festival acts

Go and see some of the latest music, cabaret, visual art, theatre, opera, dance and comedy shows at the Heat Winter Arts Festival.

Fokofpolisiekar brings the heat to Daisy Jones Bar

Head to The Daisy Jones Bar at Summerhill Wine Estate and hear Fokofpolisiekar, Cistamatic and The Man Motels.

Open Book Festival punts stellar 2024 lineup

The HCC Homecoming Centre will host the Open Book Festival – it features a mix of established and emerging voices from across the continent.

Ver In Die Wêreld Kittie at The Blik

Ver In Die Wêreld Kittie was awarded the kykNET Fiësta Award for Best Musical Production – see it again at The Blik theatre in Cape Town.

Afrikaans acts at Sun Treffers

The Sun City Superbowl will host the Sun Treffers show featuring popular Afrikaans acts like Chris Steyn and Kurt Darren.

10 Things to do at Solo Studios in Riebeek Valley

This year’s Solo Studios art event in the Riebeek Valley offers abundant ways to fill your cultural, culinary and even adventure dance card.

2024 Ignition Group Polocrosse World Cup

There’ll be loads of entertainment at this year’s Ignition Group Polocrosse World Cup in Durban, plus expect a spectacular display of some of the best polocross players from around the globe.

Durbanville Hills Wine partners with MasterChef South Africa

Brand manager, Robyn Bradshaw, says MasterChef South Africa is the perfect collaboration for Durbanville Hills Wine estate.

Diageo hunts for a star bartender to fly the SA flag

Nine bartenders from around South Africa are shaking and stirring their creativity to invent cocktails worthy of a ticket to Shanghai and the finals of this year’s Diageo World Class competition.

New Winter Menu at Radisson RED’s OUIBar+Ktchn

The Radisson RED’s winter menu is adaptable to all dietary requirements, says Executive Chef André Hill – it aims to make you feel at home.

2024 Legends and Legacy Ball Africa Awards

Highlight acts on the 2024 Legends and Legacy Ball Africa Awards bill include Koffi Olomide, Camidoh, Princess MacDonald, and DJ Zinhle.

Stellenbosch turns up the heat this winter

Stellenbosch turns up the heat with sizzling new tasting rooms, pairings, restaurants and unbeatable offers this winter.

Travel locally and explore two exquisite Cape destinations

Snap up a fabulous getaway package at either The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, or Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat.

Signature hi-tech healing at Santé Spa

Health Optimizing and Bio Energy technology are just some of Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa’s innovative devices used to enhance healing.

The changing face of pool

Sessions Billiards Club in Cape Town offers a safe, clean, accessible and professional pool environment where you can hang with your friends.

Global tapas, edgy style – Liam Tomlin

Liam Tomlin’s Chefs Warehouse & Canteen now extends to Merchant restaurant, it’s a partnership with chef David Schneider.

Discover the magic of Hermanus with Hemingway House

Managed by Luxury Coastal Escapes Western Cape, Hemingway House in Hermanus is a great place to unwind and recharge in style.

Zoë Modiga airs new cinematic work at CT Jazz Festival

Zoë Modiga was one of the highlights on the CTIJF 20204 stage – Jane Mayne spoke to her about her music and what inspires her.

Craft Beer & Burger Bliss – A Perfect Pairing Guide

Hey Joe Brewery offers the perfect Craft Beer Pairing Guide – it’s the best way to enjoy your favourite burger.

Inspired workspaces at Workshop17

CEO of Workshop17, Paul Keursten, says employers need to empower their teams with innovative spaces, and employees should put their mental and physical health first.

Luxury, comfort, creative cuisine at new-look Cape Grace

The Cape Grace has joined a collection of Fairmont Managed Hotel’s – it’s an integral part of the Mother City’s commercial and lifestyle hub.

Harvesting the power of the sun with SamSam

Solar company SamSam helps people become more energy independent – from SSEG application to obtaining one’s Certificate of Compliance.

Effortless business travel – Discover Pretoria East

Apogee Boutique Hotel and Spa offers a seamless blend of luxury and convenience – which is well-suited to the needs of business travelers.

Engelbert Humperdinck appears on Last Waltz Farewell Tour

Engelbert Humperdinck features on his Last Waltz Farewell Tour at SunBet Arena in Pretoria and at the Grand Arena in Cape Town.

MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience tournament

Hyprop partners with MTN to host the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience – South Africa’s largest national gaming tournament.

Mini-Makers artisanal goods at I Heart Market

See the Mini-Makers at The I Heart Market in Durban North, which is a curated celebration of creativity offering an array of exclusive, premium goods.

Red Cross Society WC High Tea and Auction

The Red Cross Society WC is holding their annual High Tea and Auction fundraiser – go and support them and win some great prizes.

Engelbert Humperdinck appears on ‘Last Waltz Farewell Tour’

Fans of legendary crooner Engelbert Humperdinck will be able to see the star live whilst on his ‘The Last Waltz Farewell Tour 2024’ in South Africa.

The Art of Beautiful

Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels excels at turning the Art of Living into an experience beyond a luxury getaway.

Amari, a contemporary Indian gem – at LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius

This is a story about food and design, which shows India in a very different way.

Sparkling horizons: Where Champagne wishes and cabana dreams become reality

Well established after 15 years as one of the island’s leading five-star integrated resort and residence schemes, you can’t help feeling at home the minute you enter Anahita Mauritius.

B-well Launches Free Back-To-School Cookbook with over 25 Recipes

Here is a taste of some of the nutritious, quick-and-easy, kid-friendly recipes from the B-well Taste Explorers Cookbook.

The last word with Anton Taylor

Newlands-based Anton Taylor is a familiar face to those who’ve watched Tali’s Wedding Diary – and anyone who’s spent any time on Instagram recently.

Elevate your adventure

Fly above fynbos-covered mountains, cross a stunning suspension bridge, and zoom down 11 thrilling slides on the award-winning zipline experience.

A Homecoming Revolution: Journey back to the heart of South Africa

It’s a movement that sees individuals from all walks of life, making the journey back to the heart of it all, South Africa.

Get your year off to a thumping start with Drumstruck at Silvermist

Adrienne Hersch Properties, a subsidiary of leading real estate company, Only Realty Holdings, have been appointed the property agents at 170 on Grosvenor in Bryanston

Discover The Cavendish: Where Urban Comfort Meets Cape Town’s Charm

The Cavendish is one of the Horizon Capital team’s favourites. This development embodies the essence of a modern, convenient, and secure urban lifestyle, offering an exclusive blend of comfort and contemporary design.

Find Joy at the Waterfront this Festive Season

This festive season marks the fifth year that visitors to the V&A Waterfront will get to encounter the highly novel Joy from Africa to the World festive experience.

Live your golden years in style

The Retirement Collection offers different options from Luxury Homes, Luxury Apartments and Assisted Living Suites starting from R950 000.

Powering a Malmesbury Renaissance

This festive season marks the fifth year that visitors to the V&A Waterfront will get to encounter the highly novel Joy from Africa to the World festive experience.

Sought after Bryanston luxury, residential development goes on sale

Adrienne Hersch Properties, a subsidiary of leading real estate company, Only Realty Holdings, have been appointed the property agents at 170 on Grosvenor in Bryanston

Equanimity Wellness: Africa’s First Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Centre

Africa’s premier psychedelic-assisted therapy facility is proud to announce its launch as a holistic, science-based wellness centre.

Somerset Mall strikes a harmonious chord with community initiative Entertain SM

Somerset Mall, a cherished cornerstone of the Somerset West locality, proudly shares the ongoing success of its heartwarming community initiative, “Entertain SM”.