Thinking of taking a trip to Cape Town? There’s no need to wait for Summer, the city doesn’t go into hibernation for the Winter. Whether for the culture or for kicks, Capetonians are out and about. Get involved! Here is a list of 11 things to do in Cape Town this July 2026.
Family Friendly Events in Cape Town this July
1. See an ice show
10 – 19 July
Grand Arena at Grand West, Acacia Park
Take your inner child (or actual child) to see Mickey’s Search Party, a Disney on Ice production. The figure skaters display impressive skill and athleticism, performing exhilarating stunts in their elaborate character costumes.
Time: 11:00 & 15:00 (Thurs – Fri) | 11:00, 14:00 & 18:00 (Sat – Sun)
Cost: R200 – R595
2. Make Mandela proud (Mandela Day Activities)
17 July
Century City Conference Centre, Century City
Spend 67 minutes in service to others. Join other volunteers with FoodForward SA in packing food to be delivered to disadvantaged communities across South Africa. Remember that caring about and contributing to your community is not cringe.
Time: 09:30
Cost: R67
3. Run towards something
18 – 19 July
Sea Point Promenade
Winter can make you feel aimless, so give yourself a finish line to cross. Enter the Cape Town Festival of Running.
There’s a variety of events to participate in: the 50km, 21km, and 5x5km Relay.Â
Time: 07:00 – 18:00
Cost: R250 – R400
Music Events in Cape Town this July
4. Tune in to turntable roulette
5 July
ColorBox Studios, Paarden Eiland
Let yourself be surprised. We House Sundays is curating Seasons, a blind music show and that means no lineup announcement. It’s the leap of faith you take when putting your aux cable in someone else’s hands. Intense.
Time: 14:00
Cost: R200
5. Salaam Salome
25 July
Artscape Theatre Centre, Foreshore
South African singer Salome is giving a special performance of THIS IS ME for one night only. Take this chance to see it.
Time: 20:00
Cost: R285 – R350
Artsy Events in Cape Town this July
6. View performance art in a yoga studio
3 July
Light House Holistic Wellbeing, Cape Town City Centre
Get absorbed in visual and performance art experience, PASSAGE by [Em]bodied Creatives. The gallery will feature two local artists, and a live music and dance performance.Â
Time: 17:30 – 19:30
Cost: R300 – R330
7. Do pilates in an art museum
4 July
Norval Art Museum, Tokai
The wellness and art worlds are swapping spaces, Norval Art Museum is hosting a pilates session. It’s BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat, i.e. beginners beware), and will take place in Zimbabwean contemporary artist Portia Zvavahera’s Tanda Rima exhibition.Â
Time: 09:00 – 10:00
Cost: R150
8. Witness a fashion showcase
18 July
Artscape Theatre Centre, Foreshore
See Khayelitsha couture and more from the local talent at this year’s Mother City Fashion Experience. You can walk the red carpet yourself before the runway show. The theme is ‘Trash to Trend’.
Time: 12:00
Cost: R150 – R350
Shows to See in Cape Town this July
9. Solve a mystery in play form
16 July – 16 August
Theatre on the Bay, Camps Bay
Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, adapted for the stage, is coming to Cape Town. You probably won’t solve the mystery before Detective Poirot, but challenge yourself to crack the case.Â
Time: 19:30
Cost: R250 – R350
10. Witness a comedy beat-down
16 & 23 July
Ground Culture Cafe, Observatory
The only thing more Capetonian than a braai is a roast. Spectate as local comedians face off in a ruthless roast battle.Â
Time: 20:00 – 22:00
Cost: R80
11. Don’t drag your feet
30 July – 1 August
Artscape Theatre Centre, Foreshore
End the month on a fierce note with a performance by the drag-mime duo, Divalicious Dames.
Time: 20:00
Cost: R100
What’s the weather like in Cape Town during July?
Temperatures of 11°C (52°F) to 20° C (68°F). Expect frequent rainfall.
How much are flights to Cape Town in July?
Let Travelstart do the work of finding you the best fares.
What are free things to do in Cape Town this July?
Get out there! There’s a mountain and an ocean to explore. Here’s a guide to wallet-friendly fun.
What events are consistently taking place in Cape Town this July?
There is always local talent taking the stage at the Baxter or Artscape Theatre that is absolutely worth supporting. Mojo Market holds a number of free weekly events, including karaoke, movie club, comedy nights, and live music shows. These are typically family-friendly. For the football fans, Rick’s Cafe American, Canal Walk food court, and Mojo Market are holding FIFA match screenings, with no entry fee.
There’s no shortage of things to do in Cape Town this July, so add a few of these to your itinerary and get out there.
Article by Zara Jonkers
