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Summer Highlights
The sun kisses the water. The breeze carries laughter and music across the docks. Summer isn’t just a season at the V&A Waterfront. Wander along sunlit walkways, discover hidden treasures, sip seasonal flavours, and let the warmth of the season sweep you into stories waiting to unfold. In our neighbourhood every moment is brighter, every experience richer, every memory made unforgettable.
Blissful Sunsoaked Days
GOLDEN RAYS ON YOUR SKIN
RHYTHM AND BLUES ON THE DOCKS
THE SOUND OF MUSIC IN THE HARBOUR
YOUR VIBE. YOUR VIEW. YOUR SUMMER AURA
WHAT DOES SUMMER FEEL LIKE TO YOU?
Snap it, share it, feel it. Let’s see the season through your lens. From dripping ice creams to sunset snaps, this is your chance to show how you live summer at the V&A Waterfront.
ADVENTURE AWAITS AROUND EVERY CORNER
What's on: feel the vibe
The V&A Waterfront is where the summer buzz never quiets. From live concerts under the stars to dancing into the dipping sun at Sunset Tango, outdoor markets, art shows, Christmas carols and action sports, summer at the V&A Waterfront is alive with electric energy. Whatever your vibe, whoever your tribe, there’s something lekker happening around every corner, for everyone.
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FUJIFILM instax™ Undisputed
FUJIFILM instax™ Undisputed
Date
05 December 2025
Location
Amphitheatre
Cost
Free
Time
12:00 PM - 20:00 PM
Joining the Event?
13
people are interested
FUJIFILM instax™ Undisputed is an international breaking competition with open categories for solo men, solo women and crew battles. With its raw power and creativity, this groundbreaking event shines a spotlight on the dynamic world of breaking.
For the second year in a row, the Cape Town edition serves as a qualifier for the World Final in Tokyo, which will take place in March 2026. This international event brings together top crews (5vs5), top b-boys and b-girls from around the globe. Winners will earn a trip to Tokyo to compete in the World Final and represent Africa on the global stage.
The competitions will be judged by an elite international panel led by Renegade from the UK and Storm from Germany, co-creators of the Trivium Judging System, which was the foundation for judging at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This advanced digital platform allows judges to score dancers in real time based on three key criteria: physical, interpretative and artistic quality.
Galileo Open Air Cinema - Frozen
Galileo Open Air Cinema - Frozen
Date
05 December 2025
Location
Croquet Lawn (above Ulundi Parking Garage)
Cost
From R155
Time
18:00 PM - 22:00 PM
Joining the Event?
13
people are interested
The Croquet Lawn above the Ulundi Parking Garage offers sweeping views over the working harbour and Table Mountain making it the perfect location to enjoy a movie under the stars. Bring your picnic or arrive hungry and enjoy delectable food options from the mini market.
Frozen is an animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. In the movie, fearless optimist Anna teams up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven in an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter.
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Sunset Tango at the V&A Waterfront
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Sunset Tango at the V&A Waterfront
Date
07 December 2025
Location
Pierhead Deck
Cost
Free
Time
16:30 PM – 19:00 PM
Joining the Event?
13
people are interested
Come and dance with us! Free outdoor social Argentine tango dancing at the Waterfront with DJ Sylvia Westcott. If you prefer not to dance yourself, you can come along and watch the dancing and listen to the music.
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YOUR MAP TO ENDLESS SUMMER FUN
EXPLORE THE NEIGHBOURHOOD, DISCOVER ITS GEMS
This is your map to the summer you’ll love. Shop Cape Town’s design story at the V&A Watershed, grab a bite of local flavour at Makers Landing, or hop on the Cape Wheel for those iconic Table Mountain snaps while you dine in the sky. And when you’re done discover the masterpiece that moves you at the iconic Zeitz MOCAA. Whether you’re chilling with family or chasing adventure, or both, and everything in between, the Waterfront’s got your summer sorted.
EXPERIENCE THE VIEW OF SUMMER FROM NEW HEIGHTS
SIP AND SAVOUR TANTALISING FLAVOURS
WONDER AT THE HISTORIC AND ICONIC BEACON OF AFRICAN CULTURE AND CREATIVITY
BE AWE-INSPIRED BY LOCAL ARTISANS
RELISH BOLD BITES AND SIZZLING VIBES AT THE TIMEOUT MARKET
DISCOVER HIDDEN TEXTURES, STORIES AND ART FROM LOCAL MAKERS
BIG ADVENTURES FOR LITTLE EXPLORERS
The buzz
Summer Stories
This is what summer feels like, told by the people who live it. From sharing vis n tjips with your #bestie, to spontaneous dance-offs on the docks, to snapping that shared experience you’ll always remember, every one of YOUR stories captures the rhythm of the season. Take a look and join in! Because the best moments are the ones you make yourself.
We approach the festive season differently. Every decoration is designed to reduce waste and avoid excess. Materials are reused, recycled, and repurposed wherever possible, so every choice supports our commitment to the environment while delighting the community.
We celebrate Africa in all its richness. Local talent, thought leaders, and creatives help us tell a contemporary African story through design and art. Every corner reflects authentic voices, vibrant creativity, and shared pride in African heritage, making each installation meaningful and inspiring.
We work with local crafters and makers to bring each installation to life. Every partner adds something unique, from skills development to NGO initiatives and enterprise support. And the heart of it all? Everything is sourced and made locally, celebrating talent across South Africa and the continent.
Joy From Africa to the world
Africa’s creativity shines here. Through every installation and partnership, we share the continent’s vibrant culture and stories with the world.
Sustainability
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We approach the festive season differently. Every decoration is designed to reduce waste and avoid excess. Materials are reused, recycled, and repurposed wherever possible, so every choice supports our commitment to the environment while delighting the community.
Inclusivity
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We celebrate Africa in all its richness. Local talent, thought leaders, and creatives help us tell a contemporary African story through design and art. Every corner reflects authentic voices, vibrant creativity, and shared pride in African heritage, making each installation meaningful and inspiring.
opportunity
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We work with local crafters and makers to bring each installation to life. Every partner adds something unique, from skills development to NGO initiatives and enterprise support. And the heart of it all? Everything is sourced and made locally, celebrating talent across South Africa and the continent.