It's expected to be gusty in Cape Town this weekend, which especially Gun Run competitors could find challenging, but as always the Mother City doesn't disappoint when it comes to all-round entertainment. Here are some of capetowntravel.com's suggestions to make it a weekend to remember.
The Cape Town International Film Market & Festival
The 2018 edition of the Cape Town International Film Market and Festival will take place at various venues across the iconic V&A Waterfront this weekend. The festival will welcome diverse and exciting attendees from all over the world.
Screenings are open to the public and will run from 10-19 October at various cinemas within the V&A Waterfront, including free family-friendly films at the Amphitheatre.
Educational and Open Day at Macassar Pottery
Come and join the educational and open day with fun, music, local cuisine and a bit of relaxation. This is the perfect event for tour guides, tour operators and Airbnb hosts, but anyone who is curious can come and experience the event.
A Feast of Flight – Charlize and the Chocolate Factory
A Feast of Flight’s second annual production presents “Charlize and the Chocolate Factory”, a pole dance spectacular that will bring to life Roald Dahl’s renowned novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, with contemporary and entertaining twists as the story unfolds.
Charlize and the Chocolate Factory is set to be a showcase of pole acts and aerial artistry that engulfs the senses and awakens the imagination.
Waterfront Canal Challenge
Making waves to raise awareness of the increasing impact of pollution on our oceans and beaches, the Rotary Club of Waterfront is to partner with V&A Waterfront to launch this initiative during the Oceans Life Festival.
This family fun day event will see “waves of swimmers” take to the canal in the morning for the one-mile timed event.
The Gun Run
Join thousands of runners at the Outsurance 94.5KFM Gun Run, known as one of Cape Town’s most popular races catering to all fitness levels. The Gun Run features 21km, 10km, and 5km routes.
The 21km half-marathon takes runners along the scenic seafront from the Waterfront through Greenpoint, Sea Point, Bantry Bay and Clifton.
There’s also the excitement of the traditional firing of a battlefield gun to mark the end of the race, prize giving and a lucky draw open to all race participants.
On the other hand, capetownmagazine.com has its own eclectic suggestions to perhaps indulge in something you haven't tried before.
Good Chives Only At Africa’s First Vegan Festival
Discover more to veganism than a diet at the Khanyisa Waldorf School during Africa’s very first Vegan Lifestyle Festival.
Beyoncé Bootcamp Challenge (Saturday morning)
Release your inner Sasha Fierce in Claremont and see if you can keep up with Queen B at a class of Beyoncé Bootcamp Challenge.
Octo-Beer-Fest at Beerhouse on Long (Saturday morning to evening)
Bottomless beer, local brews and your vote are all that counts at the Beerhouse Octo-Beer-Fest.
Kombucha Workshop (Saturday morning)
Learn how to make your very own crafty kombucha at this workshop hosted in Woodstock.
The Life And Times Of Kewpie Of District Six
Experience the vibrant diversity of District Six with an exhibition about the famously fabulous resident, Kewpie.
International Pinotage Day at Lanzerac (Saturday morning to afternoon)
Sample this locally rafted wine that the entire world loves at International Pinotage Day at Lanzerac.
Thali Thali Sunday Lunch (Sunday afternoon)
End off your weekend at this family-friendly West Coast game reserve with an affordable lunchtime spread at Thali Thali.
Catch two free movies at the Waterfront
See screenings of the family-friendly films A Selection of Shorts: Environmental Films and The Adventures of SuperMama for free this weekend at the CTIFM&F.