Thinking about a trip to Cape Town in 2010, but can’t decide when you should go? Why not plan your trip around one of these top 10 events that will rock the city in 2010.
Cape Town has always been a popular destination with Cape Town’s stunning beaches, mountains and vineyards.
We expect the World Cup to push it to the top of the longhaul league table as the best place to be in 2010.
Top 10 Cape Town Events in 2010
The Cape Argus Pick ‘n Pay Cycle Tour
Every year on a Sunday in March, the world’s largest Cycle Tour kicks off. The Cape Cycle Tour is open to anyone 12 years or older and attracts thousands of entries each year. The 2010 Cycle Tour will be held on Sunday, 14 March 2010.
More info on the web at The Cape Argus Pick ‘n Pay Cycle Tour
Cape Town Carnival
The first-ever all-inclusive Cape Town Carnival, aimed at bringing together the diverse communities of the city through music, dance, creative and cultural expression, will happen from 18 – 20 March 2010 and is set to be a weekend of inclusive fun for Capetonians and visitors alike.
Read on for more info on the Cape Town Carnival…
Kelly Clarkson Cape Town Tour
Pop superstar Kelly Clarkson is bringing her ALL I EVER WANTED Tour to South Africa! Her high-energy international show comes to Cape Town South Africa on 17 Mar 2010.
Cape Town Jazz Festival
Cape Town International Jazz Festival marks the 11th anniversary of the event that takes place on Saturday 03 and Sunday 04 April with a range of music that stretches far beyond the boundaries of traditional jazz music.
More info on the Cape Town Jazz Festival…
Cape Town Two Oceans Marathon
The Two Oceans Marathon and Half Marathon always take place on the Saturday of the Easter Weekend. Race day is on 3 April 2010.
More info on Cape Town Two Oceans Marathon
Tom Jones Cape Town Concert
The legendary Tom Jones brings his dynamic show of both greatest hits and unexpected treats to Cape Town on Wednesday 7 April 2010.
J&B Met
If a day of glitz, glamour, festivities and horse races appeals to you, mark the J&B Met down on your list of things to do in Cape Town. A spectacle of glossy vibrancy and intense exhilaration enveloped in a cauldron of sensual excess that sets the pulse racing. This is the core of J&B Met day at Kenilworth Racecourse in Cape Town on the last Saturday of January of every year.
More info at the website www.jbmet.co.za
Cape Town V&A Waterfront Festivals
Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront is one of the most visited attractions in the country. The V&A Waterfront is a constant buzz of excitement and entertainment. Throughout the year there are numerous Cape Town events.
More info on their website www.waterfront.co.za
Hermanus Whale Festival
The Hermanus Whale festival runs from the 24 September to 28 September and is organised to coincide with the arrival of the whales in Walker Bay. Just over an hour from Cape Town.
For more info visit www.whalefestival.co.za
Cape Town Fashion Week
The Cape Town Fashion Week is Africa’s premier fashion event, showcasing collections of some of South Africa’s & Africa’s top designers.
For more info visit www.africanfashionint.com
2010 World Cup South Africa
The 2010 Soccer World Cup will be held in South Africa. Cape Town’s soccer venue is Greenpoint stadium. The stadium is ideally situated close to the city centre. From 11 Jun 2010 – 11 Jul 2010
For more info visit www.fifa.com/worldcup/
Red Bull Big Wave, Dungeons
Dungeons is the location, which is just off the Sentinel in Hout Bay. The surf spot catches massive sea swell around May, June when the contest is held. These waves are huge! Currently this event has gone into hibernation, we keep you posted.
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thanks, i found the site quite informative and interesting
This is a great article for promoting tourism to Cape Town. there is indeed always something happening in our beautiful city. Residents do not hide away during the winter months that take advantage of concerts at Kirstenbosch and even host Christmas in July dinners when the cold weather makes eating the type of meals served in a European winter much more enjoyable. There is something special about having a good meal in front of a roaring fire, enhanced by a bottle of our guests Red wine.
The winter months in Cape Town are known as the “Secret Season” because the rainy days are interspersed with beautiful, mild sunny daysthat make it seem like paradise because everything is green and lush. Prices of accommodation during the winter months are always more affordable and it is difficult to understand why we do not get more European tourists at this time.
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