TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLEWAY WINTER SPECIAL
1 May - 31 October
Two children under 18 years travel free with every adult return ticket for R 170. The special is valid everyday including weekends and public holidays.Tel: 021 424 8181 www.tablemountain.net
ART: AFRICAN LIGHT
30 May - 30 September
An exhibition of local and international art which explores the inherent reflective qualities of art glass as they mirror a palette of African colours, shades and textures. Venue: EDGE Glass Gallery, 29 Vredenburg Lane, off top of Long St Time: Tues - Fri @ 10am - 5pm, Mon & Sat by appointment only Cost: FreeTel: 021 423 3371 Email: nbritz@iafrica.com website www.capeglassstudio.com
WHEEL OF EXCELLENCE
8 June - 15 January
A 50m observation wheel (similar to UK's London Eye) with 36 fully-enclosed cabins offering visitors a 20 minute round trip with panoramic views of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the surrounds. VIP cabins, including champagne and canapés, available on request. Venue: Canal Site, opposite the Caltex garage, V&A Waterfront Time: Sun - Thurs @ 11am - 8pm, Fri & Sun @ 11am - 10pm Cost: R 80 Tel: 021 408 7600 Email: info@waterfront.co.za website 2010.waterfront.co.za
EXHIBITION: 1910 - 2010: FROM PIERNEEF TO GUGULECTIVE
7 July - 3 October
A showcase of South African art across the last 100 years. Exhibited artists include Gerard Sekoto, Irma Stern, George Pemba, Maggie Laubser, Gerard Bhengu, JH Pierneef, Durant Sihlali and Dumile Feni. Venue: South African National Gallery, Company Gardens [see map] Time: Tues - Sun @ 10am - 5pm Cost: R 15Tel: 021 467 4663 Email: sadams@iziko.org.za website www.iziko.org.za
EXHIBITION: MANDELA
7 July - 31 December
An exploration of the extraordinary life of South Africa's most celebrated icon. Venue: Iziko Slave Lodge, cnr Adderley & Wale Sts Time: Mon - Sat @ 10am - 5pm (closed on Christmas Day) Cost: R 15Tel. 021 461 3375 Email: wvandelen@iziko.org.za website www.iziko.org.za
ART: WINTER GALA
29 July - 30 September
Paarl's first commercial art gallery exhibits a variety of paintings, ceramics and sculptures by established and new artists. Venue: Hout Street Gallery, 270 Main St, Paarl Time: Mon - Sat @ 8.30am - 5pm, Sun @ 10am - 5pm Cost: Free Tel: 021 872 5030 Email: zetler@icon.co.za website www.houtstreetgallery.co.za
CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL
30 August - 19 September
The annual festival now in its second decade features a line-up of great comedians from all over the world. Venue: Baxter Concert Hall [see map] Time: Tues - Sat @ 8pm, Sun @ 6pm, 10 & 11 Sept @ 10.30pm Cost: R 120 - R 150 Tel: 021 685 7880 website www.baxter.co.za
WILDFLOWER GAME DRIVE
3 September - 15 October
A game drive through the Burgherspost Nature Reserve offers the opportunity to view swathes of wildflowers including some on the critically endangered list. Minimum two people per drive. Venue: Cloof Wine Estate, Darling Time: Various, Mon - Sat Cost: R 150 (2hr drive)Tel: 022 492 2839 Email: info@cloof.co.za website www.cloof.co.za
KIRSTENBOSCH BIENNALE 2010
5 September - 24 September
An exhibition of botanical fine art with this year's main focus being on rare, endangered and narrow endemic species indigenous to Southern Africa. There will also be guided walkabouts of the exhibition conducted by well-known artists and critics. Venue: Old Mutual Conference Centre, Kirstenbosch Time: 9am - 5pm Cost: Free Tel: 021 671 7384 website www.sanbi.org
GOURMET DINNER AND WINE TASTING
10 September
An opportunity to sample a selection of Simonsig Wines followed by a four course gourmet dinner paired with wine. Venue: The Square Restaurant, Vineyard Hotel & Spa, Colinton Rd (off Protea Rd), Newlands Time: 7pm Cost: R 250Tel: 021 657 4500 Email: eat@vineyard.co.za
MUSIC: VASSILY PRIMAKOV
10 September
The popular Russian pianist who studied at Julliard in New York, performs a programme of works by Chopin. Venue: Endler Hall, University of Stellenbosch, cnr Victoria & Neethling Sts, Stellenbosch Time: 8pm Cost: R 85Tel: 021 808 2345 Email: music@sun.ac.zawww.sun.ac.za/music
LOOK AND FEEL GOOD EXPO
10 September - 12 September
A lifestyle expo with a focus on health, wellness, longevity, positivity, vitality, environmental awareness and sustainability. Venue: CTICC [see map] Time: 10 Sept @ 11am, 11 & 12 Sept @ 9am Cost: Free - R 60www.lookandfeelgoodexpo.co.zawww.webtickets.co.za
CALEDON WILD FLOWER SHOW
10 September - 13 September
Indigenous flower show - mainly proteas and ericas. Venue: Victoria Hall, Caledon Time: Thurs - Sun @ 9am - 5pm, Mon @ 9am - 1pm Cost: tbcTel: 028 214 1016 E-mail: adriaanhanekom@telkomsa.net
GOURMET DINNER AND WINE
15 September
A five-course tasting menu paired with Warwick wines is hosted by the editor of Wine magazine, Cathryn Henderson. Venue: The Taj Hotel, Wale St Time: 7pm for 7.30pm Cost: R 450 (incl. wine and gratuity)Tel: 021 530 3308 / 0860 100 205 Email: janee@ramsaymedia.co.za
CONCERT: DAVID HELFGOTT
17 September
A classical performance by the legendary Australian pianist is followed by a food and wine pairing with Waterford Wines. Venue: Ellerman House, 180 Kloof Rd, Bantry Bay Time: 6pm Cost: 6 200 - R 7 400pp (incl. accommodation)Tel: 021 430 3200 Email: info@ellerman.co.za www.ellerman.co.za
THE CRAZY STORE TABLE MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE
18 September
This 36km trail run around Cape Town’s world-famous mountain is one of South Africa’s premier off-road running events. Competitors run through indigenous forest, cross mountain streams and pass through the pristine Orange Kloof area. Venue: Start @ Kloof Nek Start Time: 7am Tel: 021 424 4760 Email: info@abseilafrica.co.za www.trailrunning.co.za
FREE ENTRY: IZIKO MUSEUMS
20 September - 26 September
In commemoration of Heritage Day the Iziko Museums will be free to the public (the Planetarium and the Castle of Good Hope only offer free entry on 24 Sept).www.iziko.org.za
Africa Aerospace & Defence Airshow 2010
21 September - 25 September
The largest aerospace, defence, and security exhibition in Africa is held against the backdrop of Table Mountain. Venue: Ysterplaat Air Force Base Time: 8am - 5pm Cost: R 40 (pre-paid) R 50 (gate)Tel: 021 508 6414 Email: aad2008@ysterplaat.org.zawww.aadexpo.co.za
FULL MOON
23 September Moonrise: 7pm Moonset: 6.12am Full Moon: 11.18am
FULL MOON HIKE
23 September
An uphill 10km vineyard trail with spectacular views over the winelands and across to Table Mountain, making the most of the sunset and the moonrise. Vehicles available to transport to the halfway point. Bring snacks and drinks (or buy at the centre), torch, jacket, hiking boots. Venue: Dirtopia Trail Centre, Delvera Farm, Stellenbosch Time: start hike @ 5.45pm, sunset @ 6.43pm / Moonrise @ 7pm Cost: R 50 (R 20 < href="mailto:theteam@dirtopia.co.za">theteam@dirtopia.co.zawww.dirtopia.co.za
GOURMET DINNER AND WINE TASTING
24 September
An opportunity to sample a selection of Creation Wines and Luddite Wines followed by a four course gourmet dinner paired with wine. Venue: The Square Restaurant, Vineyard Hotel & Spa, Colinton Rd (off Protea Rd), Newlands Time: 7pm Cost: R 250Tel: 021 657 4500 Email: eat@vineyard.co.za www.vineyard.co.za/pages/the_square.htm
HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL
24 September - 28 September
Celebrate the peak of the whale-watching season in a town with the best land-based whale-watching in the world. Venue: Hermanus Time: Various Cost: VariousTel: 028 313 0927 www.whalefestival.co.za
CAPE TOWN MARATHON
26 September
The annual marathon which links the historic city centre with the wide variety of cultures and communities that make up the Mother City. There are 4.2km and 10km options as well as the main 42km route. Start Venue: Adderley Street Time: 42km @ 6.30am, 4.2km & 10km @ 7.45am Cost: R 20 - R 100 Tel: 021 699 0624 Email: wpathletics@iafrica.comwww.capetownmarathon.org.za
HERMANUS FLOWER AND ECO FAIR
30 September - 3 October
A display of floral exhibits including some by Chelsea award winner David Davidson. Venue: Fernkloof Nature Reserve, Hermanus Time: Thurs - Sat @ 9am - 5pm, Sun @ 9am - 4pm Cost: R 30Tel: 028 313 9819 Email: hermanusbotsoc@telkomsa.net fernkloof.com/festival.mv
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