Best Community Events

Cape Town, Western Cape

SCROLL DOWN FOR ENGLISH Hoërskool Brackenfell se Alumni bied met trots ons heel eerste fondsinsamelingsgeleentheid aan. Kom sluit by ons aan vir ’n and vol pret, opwinding en lekker kuier. TC Botha, ’n kampioen-duiweboer van die Paarl, is alombekend vir sy vernuf met duiwe-wedvlugveilings. Kom plaas jou bie op die duif wat jy dink die wedvlug gaan wen! Daar sal verskeie kontantpryse, gelukkigtrekkings en nog vele meer wees om na uit te sien. ’n Ligte ete en drankies sal voorsien word Alle fondse word ten bate van BHS se ondersteuningsdienste sowel as die alumni-groep ingesamel. // Brackenfell High’s Alumni proudly presents our very first fundraising event. Join us for an evening of great fun, excitement, and connection. We are excited to host TC Botha, a champion pigeon fancier from Paarl, well known for his expertise in racing pigeon auctions. Come place your bid on the pigeon you think will take the win! There will be cash prizes, lucky draws, and plenty more to look forward to. A light meal and drinks will be provided. All funds raised will go towards BHS’s support services as well as the alumni group.

Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng

Think Amazing Race meets Pinterest walk meets accidental therapy session. Welcome to our Scavenger Hunt Photo Walk! Some prompts will be easy. Some will require creativity. Some will expose who in the group is chronically observant. If you’re coming solo, don’t stress - ticket holders will be grouped on the day as a way to encourage new friendships and connections. Once the challenge ends, we’ll all head for coffee, chats, and sharing our favourite photos from the day, where a cute prize awaits the winning team. No pressure. No professional photography skilled required. Just GRLS doing things together. How It Works Teams of 3 - Ticket holders will be randomly grouped on arrival Each team will receive the scavenger photo prompt list Teams must capture as many prompts as possible during the allotted time Please be respectful of strangers when taking photos in public We’ll end the morning with coffee and a mini photo recap together Meeting Spot: outside Starbucks, Rosebank Mall

Cape Town, Western Cape

Join us for our Annual Jeppe Old Girl Reunion. this year we are Celebrating the year of the 6's. Join us this year if your year ended in a 6: 1956, 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996, 2006, 2016 and 2026.

Cape Town, Western Cape

Join us this Sunday for a bike ride to Westdene Dam. We meet at Rand Steam, We Sell Flavourz at 10:00, depart at 10:30. We will ride through Auckland Park and stop at Westdene Dam, spend about 30 minutes and then head back to We Sell Flavourz for brunch and drinks. Bikes available for rental: Ticket includes (Bike + Helmet) See you on Sunday, WE ROLLING!

Cape Town, Western Cape

Get ready for a night of great music, good vibes, and unforgettable performances at Karaoke 2.0 ! Join us on 23 July at Karaoke Kong as we sing our hearts out to raise funds for the Wits Rowing Club . Whether you're a seasoned performer or just here to cheer on your friends, everyone is welcome. Grab the mic, enjoy the atmosphere, and help support our athletes as they train and compete throughout the season????

Cape Town, Western Cape

1-Day Intensive Career Strategy Workshop Applying for jobs and hearing nothing back? You're not alone - but continuing to do the same thing won't change the outcome. Every day, thousands of talented people are overlooked because they don't understand how recruiters think, what employers are looking for, or how to position themselves effectively in a highly competitive job market. This isn't another motivational talk. It's a practical, no-fluff workshop designed to expose the mistakes that keep job seekers stuck and equip you with the exact strategies needed to stand out, get noticed, and get hired. You'll learn how to build a CV that captures attention, create a LinkedIn profile that attracts opportunities, navigate the hidden job market, ace interviews with confidence, and develop a personal brand that makes employers take notice. Most importantly, you'll get a rare behind-the-scenes look into the recruitment process. Discover what really happens after you leave an interview, how hiring decisions are made, what recruiters and hiring managers discuss behind closed doors, and the factors that determine who gets shortlisted, who gets rejected, and who gets the offer. Whether you're unemployed, a graduate entering the workforce, or a professional seeking your next opportunity, this workshop will challenge the way you approach your job search and provide a clear roadmap to achieving career success. Stop guessing what employers want. Start understanding how they think. Your future career won't be determined by luck. It will be determined by strategy.

Cape Town, Western Cape

Verity is a DJ and conscious dance facilitator whose gift lies in connecting people deeply to themselves, to their bodies, to the other and to expanded experiences of Bliss. She weaves musical journeys designed to get you dancing with wild abandon, creatively liberated and heart opened. She hails from Jozi and facilitates globally. Inner Sight: A deeply sensual, heart opening movement journey, in contact, with blindfolds. Dissolve into bliss… Ecstatic Dance: Beginning with some light facilitation to get connected to your heart, your body and one another, releasing inhibitions. The music then becomes the facilitator to carry you into the ecstasy of dancing with wild abandon, into an uplifting, creative, transcendent journey. We welcome both our local Kuthumba, Crags and extended community to join for the full weekend or any of the offerings that call you. Friday 19th June: 18:00 - 20:00 - Innersight with Verity Maud - Exchange: R150 Saturday 20th June: 16:00 - 18:00 - Ecstatic Dance with Verity Maud - Exchange: R150 18:00 - Onwards - Bring & Dhare Harvest Table followed by The Sweet Unknown with Jonathan, Dijahn & Community Artists Sunday 21st June (Winter Solstice): 12:00pm - Community Rainbow Lunch *Invitation for youth and community to co-create a fire art altar for the evening ceremony 17:00 - 19:00 - Winter Solstice Fire Ceremony (Honouring the turning of the sun, fathers day,Kuthumba’s founding mothers Ruby and Avices birthdays) 19:00 - Onwards - Fire Music Jams, Dance & Festivities Accomodation and Logistics: For those wanting to stay for the weekend you can camp (bring a ground sheet) or make use of communal dorms spaces at the barn. Please bring all you need, all your bedding and take full responsibility for yourself. Bring food, drinks, instruments and good vibes to contribute - toilet paper and gas contributions are always welcome as an offering for the Barn

Cape Town, Western Cape

Whether you're a seasoned baker or simply looking for a fun experience, you'll have the opportunity to decorate and create a beautiful cake masterpiece using a variety of colourful toppings and techniques. Our team will guide you through the process, making it enjoyable for all skill levels. Your ticket also includes a freshly brewed barista coffee and a delicious savoury treat to enjoy while you create. Bring a friend, unleash your creativity, and leave with a stunning cake decoration and wonderful memories. What's Included: • Cake decorating experience • All decorating materials and supplies • Freshly brewed coffee • Savoury treat

Cape Town, Western Cape

Join us on Saturday, 29 August 2026 for Woman Shift, a women’s gathering hosted by One King Church and Place of Springs. This is a morning set aside for women to pause, worship, hear real-life testimonies, and be encouraged in the seasons they are walking through. Through worship, keynote ministry, honest conversation and prayer, we will gather around one central question: How do we keep walking with God through every shift? Whether you are navigating change, rebuilding after a difficult season, discerning your next step, or learning to surrender more fully to God’s will, Woman Shift is an invitation to come as you are and be reminded that God is present, faithful and working in the details. Theme: Divine Shifts

Cape Town, Western Cape

Gay Gaze is Cape Town's newest social affair. Born from a desire to celebrate queer community , make meaningful connections, and create an occasion to show up as your best-dressed self. What better way to come out than with a soft launch during International Pride Month? We're inviting the girls, gays and theys into our home, trusting that you'll leave as chosen family. Gay Gaze welcomes you to an afternoon of fashion, conversation, music, social experiences, and breaking bread together. After all, some of the best connections are made over a shared meal, with a drink in hand and nowhere else to be. Each edition invites guests to interpret a theme, with our first being: Something with a Tie . The ticket includes: brunch and a welcome drink. Gay Gaze is a social experience curated to encourage interaction, instill a sense of belonging, and embrace bold expression within Cape Town's LGBTQIA+ community. Each gathering aims to create an inclusive environment in an atmosphere that feels both welcoming and intentional. Expect a welcoming atmosphere that leaves plenty of room for a little admiration, from afar... Disclaimer By purchasing a ticket and attending Gay Gaze, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed during the event. Content captured may be used across Gay Gaze's digital platforms and social media channels, as well as those of event partners, for documentation and promotional purposes related to the event itself. Please note that your image will not be used to advertise unrelated third-party products or commercial campaigns. If you would prefer not to appear in any content, kindly notify a member of the team or the photographer on the day.

Cape Town, Western Cape

The Bad Jews Podcast comes live to the JDI The Bad Jews Podcast featuring Anthony Fish Hodgkins and Caitlin Le Roith will record live at our next JDI event on Tuesday 23 rd June. You’re invited to join the audience and interact. The Bad Jews ask difficult questions. Their topic for June: What is Liberal Zionism? Is it a meaningful term? Is it one thing or many things? How do liberal Zionists define democracy? Is Liberalism compatible with Zionism? Is the Liberal Zionist position on Israel changing? You may have your own strong opinions. Come along and express your views. You may end up co-starring on a podcast. Where: The session will be held in Cape Town in the Neurosciences Block of the UCT Medical School. It will also be streamed to the Philip Tobias Centre at the Wits Medical school in Johannesburg. Audiences in both centres will be able to interact with the Bad Jews. When: 7:00pm on Tuesday, 23 rd June 2026. Free to all. Who are the Bad Jews? The Bad Jews Podcast was launched a few months ago and become quite popular. It is hosted by Cape Town activists Anthony Fish Hodgson and Caitlin Le Roith, who identify themselves as "anti-Zionist Jews". Their views may strike some of our audience as controversial, but the two of them reason their way through their opposition to Zionism. They then open the conversation to guests who may also be grappling in different ways with questions of Jewish identity, political myth-making, and the forces that shape ideology. Episodes are available on YouTube .

Cape Town, Western Cape

Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming, but the right information makes all the difference. Join us for an insightful lunch session at the library where a panel of trusted professionals will guide you through the key considerations that shape a secure, well-prepared retirement journey. This session brings together experts in healthcare, financial planning, retirement living, and frail-care support to help you understand your options and make informed decisions for the years ahead. Our speakers include: • Mare Engelbrecht – Medcrowd Nurse at Klaradyn Retirement Village Frail Care | Prividing insights into frail-care needs, levels of care, and what families should prepare for. • Elzette van Huysteen – The Financial Emporium | Financial advisor specialising in retirement planning, medical schemes, and what they do and do not cover. • Keimpe Weistra – Area Principal, Pam Golding Properties Brackenfell | Providing market-related information on retirement villages, pricing trends, and what to look for when choosing a retirement property. • Lientjie Faber – Financial Administrator, Othello Retirement Village | Will give an inside look at what Othello Retirement Village offers, including facilities, services, and lifestyle benefits. What you’ll gain: • A clearer understanding of medical aid and healthcare planning • Practical guidance on frail-care options and associated costs • Insight into retirement housing, pricing, and market expectations • A realistic view of long-term financial considerations • The opportunity to ask questions directly to industry professionals Your ticket includes light refreshments. Whether you’re planning ahead for yourself or supporting a loved one, this lunchtime session will leave you better informed, more confident, and equipped to make the right decisions.