{"id":105228,"date":"2026-07-02T14:49:41","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T14:49:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/?p=105228"},"modified":"2026-07-02T14:49:42","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T14:49:42","slug":"cape-town-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/cape-town-events\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Things to do in Cape Town this July 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thinking of taking a trip to Cape Town? There\u2019s no need to wait for Summer, the city doesn\u2019t go into hibernation for the Winter. Whether for the culture or for kicks, Capetonians are out and about. Get involved! Here is a list of 11 things to do in Cape Town this July 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Family Friendly Events in Cape Town this July<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>See an ice show<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"795\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-2.jpg\" alt=\"Disney characters on ice.\" class=\"wp-image-105232\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Disney on Ice<\/em> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10 &#8211; 19 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grand Arena at Grand West, Acacia Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take your inner child (or actual child) to see <em>Mickey\u2019s Search Party<\/em>, a Disney on Ice production. The figure skaters display impressive skill and athleticism, performing exhilarating stunts in their elaborate character costumes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 11:00 &amp; 15:00 (Thurs \u2013 Fri) | 11:00, 14:00 &amp; 18:00 (Sat \u2013 Sun)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R200 &#8211; R595<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.co.za\/artist\/disney-on-ice-tickets\/3270?calendar_view=1&amp;venueId=65\">Get your ticket.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Make Mandela proud<\/strong> <strong>(Mandela Day Activities)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/joel-muniz-3k3l2brxmwQ-unsplash-900x600.jpg\" alt=\"A food packing event, showing a charitable thing to do in Cape Town this July 2026.\" class=\"wp-image-105240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/joel-muniz-3k3l2brxmwQ-unsplash-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/joel-muniz-3k3l2brxmwQ-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/joel-muniz-3k3l2brxmwQ-unsplash.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Joel Muniz (Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>17 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Century City Conference Centre, Century City<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spend 67 minutes in service to others. Join other volunteers with FoodForward SA in packing food to be delivered to disadvantaged communities across South Africa. Remember that caring about and contributing to your community is not cringe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 09:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R67<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/EventCategories.aspx?itemid=1595386172\">Join the effort.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Run towards something<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-900x600.jpeg\" alt=\"People running in an athletic event, a family-friendly thing to do in Cape Town.\" class=\"wp-image-105233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-900x600.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1.jpeg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Tong Su (Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>18 &#8211; 19 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sea Point Promenade<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Winter can make you feel aimless, so give yourself a finish line to cross. Enter the Cape Town Festival of Running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a variety of events to participate in: the 50km, 21km, and 5x5km Relay.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 07:00 &#8211; 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R250 &#8211; R400<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/secure.onreg.com\/onreg2\/front\/step1.php?id=7805\">Learn more.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Music Events in Cape Town this July<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Tune in to turntable roulette<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"899\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-2-899x600.jpeg\" alt=\"A DJ&apos;s turntable to exemplify the blind music event on in Cape Town this July.\" class=\"wp-image-105239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-2-899x600.jpeg 899w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-2-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-2.jpeg 1619w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 899px) 100vw, 899px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Krys Amon (Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ColorBox Studios, Paarden Eiland<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let yourself be surprised. We House Sundays is curating <em>Seasons<\/em>, a blind music show and that means no lineup announcement. It\u2019s the leap of faith you take when putting your aux cable in someone else\u2019s hands. Intense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 14:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R200<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1597506675\">Get your ticket.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Salaam Salome<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-1-900x600.jpg\" alt=\"Flyer with details of Salome&apos;s music performance in Cape Town this July 2026.\" class=\"wp-image-105234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-1-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-1.jpg 1119w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Artscape Theatre Centre<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>25 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Artscape Theatre Centre, Foreshore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South African singer Salome is giving a special performance of THIS IS ME for one night only. Take this chance to see it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R285 &#8211; R350<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1596716882\">Get your ticket.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Artsy Events in Cape Town this July<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>View performance art in a yoga studio<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"902\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-3-902x600.jpg\" alt=\"Woman on floor imposed over faint desert vista, poster image for performance art event in Cape Town this July.\" class=\"wp-image-105237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-3-902x600.jpg 902w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-3.jpg 1113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 902px) 100vw, 902px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Light House Holistic Wellbeing<\/em> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Light House Holistic Wellbeing, Cape Town City Centre<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get absorbed in visual and performance art experience, <em>PASSAGE<\/em> by [Em]bodied Creatives. The gallery will feature two local artists, and a live music and dance performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 17:30 &#8211; 19:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R300 &#8211; R330<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1597049747\">Get your ticket.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Do pilates in an art museum<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"523\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-4.jpg\" alt=\"People doing pilates in an exhibit at Norval Foundation, as in event advertised in Cape Town this July.\" class=\"wp-image-105238\" style=\"width:706px;height:auto\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Norval Foundation<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Norval Art Museum, Tokai<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The wellness and art worlds are swapping spaces, Norval Art Museum is hosting a pilates session. It\u2019s BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat, i.e. beginners beware), and will take place in Zimbabwean contemporary artist Portia Zvavahera\u2019s <em>Tanda Rima<\/em> exhibition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 09:00 &#8211; 10:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R150<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1597091963\">Save your spot.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <strong>Witness a fashion showcase<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"974\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-974x600.jpeg\" alt=\"Flyer for Mother City Fashion Experience on in Cape Town this July.\" class=\"wp-image-105230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-974x600.jpeg 974w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 974px) 100vw, 974px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via @khayelitshafashion<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>18 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Artscape Theatre Centre, Foreshore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See Khayelitsha couture and more from the local talent at this year\u2019s Mother City Fashion Experience. You can walk the red carpet yourself before the runway show. The theme is \u2018Trash to Trend\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 12:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R150 &#8211; R350<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1592161059\">Get your ticket.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Shows to See in Cape Town this July<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <strong>Solve a mystery in play form<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"601\" height=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1.jpg\" alt=\"Show bill for an Agatha Christie play on in Cape Town this July.\" class=\"wp-image-105231\" style=\"width:706px;height:auto\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Pieter Toerien Productions<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"9\" class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>16 July &#8211; 16 August<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Theatre on the Bay, Camps Bay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Agatha Christie&#8217;s <em>The Murder of Roger Ackroyd<\/em>, adapted for the stage, is coming to Cape Town. You probably won\u2019t solve the mystery before Detective Poirot, but challenge yourself to crack the case.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 19:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R250 &#8211; R350<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1590435475\">Grab your seat.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <strong>Witness a comedy beat-down<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/tim-mossholder-imlD5dbcLM4-unsplash-900x600.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a neon sign which reads &apos;laugh&apos;, against a brick wall background.\" class=\"wp-image-105241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/tim-mossholder-imlD5dbcLM4-unsplash-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/tim-mossholder-imlD5dbcLM4-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/tim-mossholder-imlD5dbcLM4-unsplash.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Tim Mossholder (Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>16 &amp; 23 July<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ground Culture Cafe, Observatory<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The only thing more Capetonian than a braai is a roast. Spectate as local comedians face off in a ruthless roast battle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 20:00 &#8211; 22:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R80<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.groundculture.co.za\/event-details\/roast-battle-league-2026-07-16-20-00\">Get your tickets.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. <strong>Don\u2019t drag your feet<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"862\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-2-862x600.jpg\" alt=\"Image of drag duo Divalicious Dames.\" class=\"wp-image-105235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-2-862x600.jpg 862w, https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/07\/image-1-2.jpg 999w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 862px) 100vw, 862px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Image via Thisability Newspaper<\/em> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>30 July &#8211; 1 August<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Artscape Theatre Centre, Foreshore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">End the month on a fierce note with a performance by the drag-mime duo, Divalicious Dames.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time: 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cost: R100<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webtickets.co.za\/v2\/event.aspx?itemid=1596947739\">Grab your seat.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s the weather like in Cape Town during July?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Temperatures of 11\u00b0C (52\u00b0F) to 20\u00b0 C (68\u00b0F). Expect frequent rainfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much are flights to Cape Town in July?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-cape-town\">Let Travelstart do the work of finding you the best fares.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What are free things to do in Cape Town this July?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get out there! There\u2019s a mountain and an ocean to explore. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/8-free-things-to-do-in-cape-town-this-weekend\/\">Here\u2019s a guide to wallet-friendly fun.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What events are consistently taking place in Cape Town this July?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is always local talent taking the stage at the Baxter or Artscape Theatre that is absolutely worth supporting. Mojo Market holds a number of free weekly events, including karaoke, movie club, comedy nights, and live music shows. These are typically family-friendly. For the football fans, Rick\u2019s Cafe American, Canal Walk food court, and Mojo Market are holding FIFA match screenings, with no entry fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no shortage of things to do in Cape Town this July, so add a few of these to your itinerary and get out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Article by Zara Jonkers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking of taking a trip to Cape Town? There\u2019s no need to wait for Summer, the city doesn\u2019t go into hibernation for the Winter. Whether for the culture or for kicks, Capetonians are out and about. Get involved! Here is a list of 11 things to do in Cape Town this July 2026. Family Friendly Events in Cape Town this July 1. 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