Tasleem Gierdien21 May 2025 | 16:37

Thrift, beach clean-up, art & community markets: Lekker local weekend events in Cape Town

Find the vibes wherever you are this weekend, with these local events...

Thrift, beach clean-up, art & community markets: Lekker local weekend events in Cape Town

Thrift culture takes over Braamfontein. Photo: Graye Olifant

Kfm 94.5's EB Inglis shares some community events happening around the Cape this weekend, as shared by you, Kfm fam.

Listen below: 

After a rainy week, the weather looks like it might clear up in time for the weekend!

EB's lekker local suggestions might be a reason to get some fresh air and enjoy what communities around the Cape have on offer:

Samaritan's Feet SA Golf Day

When: Thursday, 22 May 2025

Where: Stellenbosch Golf Course

About the event: Play golf with Blitzbok Shakes Soyizwapi and other teammates for a cause. All proceeds from this event will support the Stellenbosch Zero Shoeless Project. Samaritans Feet South Africa brings H.O.P.E. through shoes. 

Cost: R4,500 per four-ball. Cost includes a three-course dinner, prize-giving and auction.

For more information, contact: 084 549 4182 or info@samaritansfeet.co.za

Muizenberg Beach Jam Session

When: Saturday, 24 May from 9am to 12pm

Where: Muizenberg Beach

About the event: Jol to lekker jams while cleaning up Muizenberg beachfront. This is a laid-back, community-driven event all about showing up for the environment together.

Bring along:
👟 Closed shoes
🧤 Gloves (if you have)
🧴 Sunblock
🧢 Hat
💧 Refillable water bottle

Thrift Fest 

When: Sunday, 25 May from 10am to 3pm
Where: Ashanti Lodge, 11 Hof Street, Gardens, Cape Town
About the event: Entry is free for customers looking for any clothing that are second hand, handmade and new. Not looking to thrift? You can still pop in for a coffee or a drink and good time. 
There's a swimming pool so bring your cozzie along, if you'd like to dip.
Kids are allowed but are advised to be supervised at all times.
For more information, email: thriftfest123@gmail.com

Virgin Active Cape Gate: Winter Warmer - Fitfuntastic Event 

When: Saturday, 24 May from 8am to 12pm
Where: Virgin Active, Cape Gate Mall
You can also expect an inhouse physio debriefing on recovery using compression boots before ending with a balance and stretch session.
Prizes will be up for grabs and entry is open to all and free for non-members.
Come early to avoid disappointment and bring your ID with for indemnity purposes.
Don’t forget your towel and a water bottle too.

Community Family Market

When: Saturday, 24 May 2025 from 10am to 4pm and Sunday, 25 May from 11am to 4pm

Where: Excelsior Primary School, Bellville

About the event: this is aimed to bring families and the community together for a fun and memorable weekend featuring:

  • local stalls,
  • delicious food,
  • entertainment for all ages,
  • kid-friendly activities.

Entry is free!

For more information, contact Garth on: 078 638 1540

Alphen Antiques & Collectables Market

When: Sunday, 25 May from 10am to 3pm

Where: St Josephs Marist College Hall off Belmont Road, Rondebosch

About the event: a variety of items will be on sale.

Entry is free, there is ample parking and refreshments are available.

Edgemead's Largest Indoor Secondhand Market

When: Sunday, 25 May from 8am to 2pm

Where: Edgemead Community Hall, 83 Edgemead Drive

For more information, contact Muriel on 079 931 5952

Soema Just & Crafted Plant host an Art Market 

When: Saturday, 24 May from 10:30am to 4pm
Where: Novalis Institute, 39 Rosmead Avenue, Wynberg
About the event: Join creatives showcasing their art, support local, culture and community.
Come for the art and stay for the vibes which include:
  • a live Sketch Battle ✍🏾
  • live Painting Sessions 🎨
  • a fire B-Boy Cypher hosted by @concreteapostles & outdoor_raw 

Tune in to Kfm 94.5 on Wednesdays at 1:40pm and Saturdays just after 8am to find out what is happening in the Cape with EB Inglis. 

Or let us know about events in your community - email: kfm@kfm.co.za with the details, and you might get a mention from EB.

 

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