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in the category "Carnivals". Takes place January 2, 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Cape Town Minstrel Carnival (Kaapse Klopse)The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival (Kaapse Klopse) is an annual carnival held in Cape Town on January 2. It originated as a slave celebration during the Dutch colonial era -
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place October 5, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
In the CityIn the City is an annual music festival that takes place in Johannesburg, South Africa. The event was inaugurated in 2012 -
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from October 2, 2025 to October 5, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Rocking the DaisiesRocking the Daisies is the largest open air festival in South Africa. It’s annually held in Cape Town -
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from September 26, 2025 to September 28, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Joy of JazzJoy of Jazz is an annual jazz festival held in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is the longest-running jazz festival in the country -
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from September 25, 2025 to September 28, 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Comic Con AfricaComic Con Africa is held every year in Johannesburg, South Africa. The convention is organized by ReedPOP -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from September 5, 2025 to September 7, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Open Book FestivalThe Open Book Festival is an annual literary festival held in Cape Town, South Africa. It was founded in 2011 -
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from July 17, 2025 to July 27, 2025 in Durban, South Africa.
Durban International Film FestivalThe Durban International Film Festival is one of the largest and oldest film festivals in Africa. It has been held in South Africa since 1979 -
in the category "Food Festivals". Takes place from July 4, 2025 to July 13, 2025 in Knysna, South Africa.
Knysna Oyster FestivalThe Knysna Oyster Festival is the most popular and anticipated event in Knysna, South Africa. It was inaugurated in 1983 -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from June 26, 2025 to July 6, 2025 in Grahamstown, South Africa.
National Arts Festival (South Africa)The National Arts Festival is the biggest cultural festivals in Grahamstown. It was founded in 1974 has been held every year since 1976 -
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from June 19, 2025 to June 29, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Encounters South African International Documentary FestivalThe Encounters South African International Documentary Festival is held every June, running concurrently in Cape Town and Johannesburg -
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from May 1, 2025 to May 4, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Comic-Con Cape TownComic-Con Cape Town is one of two major pop culture conventions in South Africa, the other being its sister event, Comic Con Africa in Johannesburg -
in the category "Other". Takes place from April 28, 2025 to May 4, 2025 in Tankwa, South Africa.
AfrikaBurnAfrikaBurn is a regional Burning Man event held on a farm in South Africa. Founded in 2007, it draws over 10,000 burners each year -
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from April 25, 2025 to April 26, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Cape Town International Jazz FestivalThe Cape Town International Jazz Festival is the largest jazz festival in Africa. It has been held annually since 2000 -
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from April 17, 2025 to April 21, 2025 in Underberg, South Africa.
Splashy FenSplashy Fen is one of the oldest and largest music festivals in South Africa. It has been held near the town of Underberg since 1990 -
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from April 1, 2025 to April 6, 2025 in Oudtshoorn, South Africa.
Klein Karoo Nasionale KunstefeesThe Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees is one of the largest festivals in South Africa. Dedicated to Afrikaans art, it is held in Oudtshoorn -
in the category "Food Festivals". Takes place November 30, 2024 in Ficksburg, South Africa.
Ficksburg Cherry FestivalThe Ficksburg Cherry Festival is the longest-running crop festival in South Africa, it was inaugurated in 1968 -
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from October 9, 2024 to October 13, 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa.
WOMADWOMAD is an international art festival that has been held annually since 1982. WOMAD events take place all over the world -
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from August 9, 2018 to August 11, 2018 in Northam, South Africa.
OppikoppiOppikoppi is an open-air music festival held near Northam, South Africa. It was inaugurated in 1994 -
in the category "Conferences". Takes place from July 18, 2018 to July 22, 2018 in Cape Town, South Africa.
WikimaniaWikimania is an annual international conference focused on free knowledge. It is organized by the Wikimedia Foundation -
in the category "Award Ceremonies". Takes place September 26, 2015 in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
Africa Movie Academy AwardsThe Africa Movie Academy Awards are the most prestigious film awards in Africa. They were inaugurated by Peace Aniyam-Osigwe
South Africa
This country invites you to 20 festivals. They take place in 11 cities and allow to participate in a wide array of events to suit any taste. This country hosts a bunch of extraodrinary festivals and events that can be considered major tourist attractions as tourists from all over the world come to witness them.
With our festival calendar you will learn about the most exciting festivals that take place in South Africa. Interesting customs and traditions, bright colors and an unforgettable experience are waiting for you!
