NEW YEAR'S EVE: FEZ NYE STREET CARNIVAL 2011
31 December
Mechau Street will be closed off and made into a dance floor with live entertainment from DJs including Roger Goode,
Dino Moran, Gareth Devore, Nick Supply, Pascal & Pearce and live performances from hula-hoop fire dancers and
tap dancers. Venue: Vaudeville, Fez Lounge, Mechau St Time: 6pm Cost: R 300 - R 500
Tel: 021 419 7000 Email: fez@vaudeville.co.za
NEW YEAR'S EVE SUNSET HIKE
31 December
A 10 km hiking trail through the vineyards, a Renosterveld Conservancy and Yellowwood forest to the top of
Klapmutskop from where, with a 360° view of the surrounding winelands, the sun can be seen setting over Table
Mountain. Toast to the new year with snacks and bubbly on the top of Klapmutskop. Bring a torch and a warm jacket.
Booking essential. Venue: Dirtopia Trail Centre Delvera Farm, on the R44 between Klapmuts and Stellenbosch (35
mins from town) Time: 5.30pm for 6.30pm Cost: R 80 (incl. map and glass of sparkling wine)
Tel: 021 884 4752 Email: theteam@dirtopia.co.za
KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER CONCERT: JOHNNY CLEGG AND LOADING ZONE
31 December
Grammy Award-winner for Best World Music Album Johnny Clegg is joined by local band Loading Zone.
Venue: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens Time: 7pm Cost: R 240
Tel: 021 799 8783/8620
NEW YEAR'S EVE: FIREWORKS
31 December
The annual fireworks display at the Waterfront in celebration of the New Year. Venue: Breakwater, V&A Waterfront
(suggested public viewing area: Signal Hill) Time: midnight Cost: Free
Tel: 021 408 7600 Email: lbissolati@waterfront.co.za
NEW YEAR'S EVE: FIREWORKS DISPLAYS
31 December
There will be other organised firework displays at the following venues:
- Simon's Town Harbour
- Leeukoppie, Hout Bay
Approved sites for firework discharge:
- Cape Town: Mnandi Beach, Maiden's Cove, Strandfontein Beach Parking lot, Athlone Stadium Parking lot
- Helderberg: Gordon's Bay Main Beach, Strand Beach (at Deep Blue), Macassar Beach
- Tygerberg: Nooitgedacht Sports Ground (Bishop Lavis), Sports Ground in Roosendal St, Delft
- Oostenberg: Blue Downs Sports Stadium in Hindle Road (Delft)
- Blaauwberg: Mamre Park, Wesfleur Sportsfield (Atlantis), Blaauwberg Beach (Opposite KFC, Blaauwberg Rd)
NEW YEARS: 5FM NU WAVE NYE CONCERT
31 December
Five of South Africa’s most celebrated bands bring in the New Year alongside some 5FM favourites. The line-up includes aKING, Zebra & Giraffe, Just Jinjer, Crashcarburn and Dance, You’re on Fire with various DJs and MC including 5FM’s Anele, Rob Vember and Elma Smit. Food stalls, over 100 metres of bar space and ATMs available.
No under 18s. Venue: V&A Waterfront (Canal Area), Coen Steytler Ave Time: from 8pm Cost: R 200 - R 400
Tel: 011 714 2905/6
NEW YEAR'S EVE: ROCK THE RIVER
31 December - 2 January
A three day music festival featuring Nick E Louder and other top DJs and bands including The Rudimentals, Hog
Hoggidy Hog and 7th Son. Food stalls, comfortable camping facilities and craft markets on site as well as an Exile
Island for acoustic jamming. Venue: off R 44 outside Hermon (refer to website for directions) Time: from 1pm on 31
Dec Cost: R 180 - R 250
Tel: 084 606 2551 Email: bookings@rocktheriversa.co.za
NEW YEAR'S EVE: BOOMERANG FESTIVAL
31 December - 2 January
A psychedelic art and trance music festival with a variety of art, clothing and food stalls. The exact venue is to be
announced close to 31 Dec, but is based near a water source with five waterfalls. Clean toilets and warm showers are
available. Bring camping gear and a warm jacket. Venue: TBA (130 kms from Cape Town) Time: tbc Cost: R 185
Email: info@boomerangfestival.com
NEW YEAR'S EVE: REZONANCE FESTIVAL
31 December - 2 January
Three days and two stages with top international and local acts providing music from Psytrance to Dub.
Security, warm showers and a craft market. Venue: Franschhoek Valley (directions on website – 45 mins from town)
Cost: R 320 - R 350
Tel: 082 741 8981 Email: info@rezonancefestival.com
BALLET: CINDERELLA
to 24 December
Cape Town City Ballet presents the classic fairytale, accompanied by the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra on 23 Dec and a fairy parade on 24 Dec. Venue: Artscape Arena Time: 8pm - 10pm Cost: R 80 - R 175
ADDERLEY STREET NIGHT MARKET
to 30 December
A vibrant evening market featuring live stage entertainment as well as nearly 200 stalls offering Christmas and other gift ideas. See our review on Facebook. Venue: Adderley St Time: 6.30pm - 11.30pm (except 25 Dec) Cost: free
DANCE: FREE FLIGHT DANCE CO
to 31 December
Choreographer Adele Blank presents Cotton Club Moves showcasing the heyday of Harlem's Cotton Club with a combination of pointe-work, tap and contemporary dance. See our review on Facebook. Venue: Baxter Theatre, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time: 6pm Cost: R 130
MUSIC: DAVID KRAMER'S BREYANI
to 31 December
A celebration of the rhythm, instrumentation and vocal styling of the music of the Cape. See our review on Facebook. Venue: Baxter Theatre, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time: Mon - Sat 8.15pm (24 Dec 6pm, 31 Dec 9.30pm) Cost: R 95 - R 140 (31 Dec R 160 - R 190 incl. after party)
THEATRE: EVITA
to 8 January
A revival of the world-wide classic chronicling the life of Argentinean political leader Eva Peron. See our reviews on Facebook. Venue: Theatre on The Bay, Link St, Camps Bay Time: Mon @ 7.30pm, Tues - Sat @ 8pm, 5pm matinee on Sats, no performances on 25 Dec & 1 Jan 2011 Cost: R 125 - R 195
MUSIC: GOLDFISH SUBMERGED SUNDAYS
to 13 February
The internationally popular jazzy house duo play alongside the cream of South Africa's top DJs including Shaun Duvet, Killer Robot and Anthea. Fish braai from 4pm. See our review on Facebook. Venue: St Yves, Victoria Rd, Camps Bay Time: from 4pm (braai & local DJs) 8.30pm - 11pm (Goldfish) Cost: R 50 (between 4pm & 6pm) R 100 (after 6pm)
COMEDY: NIK RABINOWITZ
to 15 January
The winner of the SA Comedy Award 2008 presents his show You Can't Be Serious. See our review on Facebook. Venue: Golden Arrow Studio, Baxter Theatre, Main Rd, Rondebosch Time: various - see website Cost: R 100 - R 120
ART: WILLIE BESTER - 'IN OUR BACKYARD'
to 26 January
A solo exhibition by one of South Africa's most important resistance artists. See our review on Facebook. Venue: Barnard Gallery, 55 Main St, Newlands Time: 9am - 5pm (thereafter) Cost: free
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