As summer begins to fade into autumn, March is one of the best months to explore everything the Western Cape has to offer. With golden sunsets, festive energy, and warm days lingering just a little longer, the region plays host to a packed calendar of music, food, wine, art, and culture.

Whether you're a local looking for weekend plans or a visitor exploring the Cape for the first time, here’s your guide to the top events happening in March 2024 across the province.

🎶 Music, Wine & Open-Air Magic

Franschhoek Summer Wines

📅 9 March 2024

📍 Franschhoek

Sip and swirl your way through top local wines at this stylish, open-air tasting event — the perfect way to toast summer’s end in wine country.

Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concert – Fokofpolisiekar

📅 10 March 2024

📍 Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town

Cape Town’s favourite outdoor concert series welcomes local rock legends Fokofpolisiekar for an unforgettable evening under the trees.

Business Women Network CPT – Wine & Connect

📅 12 March 2024

📍 Royal Cape Yacht Club, Cape Town

Empower, connect, and sip with like-minded women in business at this elegant networking event.

Dance of the La Gumas

📅 13 March 2024

📍 Artscape Arena, Cape Town

A captivating dance performance celebrating Cape heritage and creativity — a must-see for performing arts lovers.

🎻 Comedy, Classical & Culture

Cape Town Philharmonic Sunset Concert

📅 16 March 2024

📍 Hermanus

Enjoy an open-air classical performance with breathtaking sea views in this seaside town.

Unfit and Forty

📅 16 March 2024 @ 19:30

📍 Hermanus Municipal Auditorium

Laugh your way through the realities of turning 40 in this relatable and hilarious one-woman show.

Kirstenbosch Concert – GoodLuck & Craig Lucas

📅 17 March 2024

📍 Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Town

South African pop favourites take the stage for a high-energy evening of music and good vibes.

🎉 Family, Festivals & Fun

Marist Music Festival on the Lawn

📅 21 March 2024 @ 10:00

📍 St Joseph’s Marist College, Rondebosch

Live music, food stalls, and a family-friendly vibe on Human Rights Day — bring a picnic blanket!

KKNK (Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees)

📅 23–31 March 2024

📍 Oudtshoorn

One of South Africa’s premier arts festivals, KKNK brings together music, theatre, comedy, and crafts during the Easter school holidays.

Girlfriends, Goals & Wine (Rescheduled)

📅 24 March 2024

📍 Leopard’s Leap Wine Estate, Franschhoek

A self-care day filled with good vibes, pampering, wine tasting, and workshops designed for you and your besties.

Easter Fun at Rhebokskloof

📅 29 March 2024

📍 Rhebokskloof Wine Estate, Paarl

Perfect for the kids — expect Easter egg hunts, pony rides, and family entertainment at this scenic estate.

Cape Town Family Picnic with Colour

📅 30 March 2024

📍 Wynberg Sports Club

A vibrant day filled with live music, dancing, food, and colour powder — family fun meets Holi vibes.

🎂 March Ends with a Bang

We House Sundays – Birthday Festival

📅 31 March 2024

📍 Nelson's Creek Wine Estate, Paarl

Celebrating years of house music culture in the Cape, this day-to-night party blends beats, nature, and community.

Kirstenbosch Sunset Concert – Neon Dreams & Ard Matthews

📅 31 March 2024

📍 Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Town

Close off the month with a soulful, genre-bending show from Neon Dreams and Just Jinjer frontman Ard Matthews.

🌞 Final Thoughts

March in the Western Cape is all about balance — between city buzz and coastal calm, celebration and reflection, culture and nature. With something happening every weekend, it’s the perfect time to explore, connect, and make memories.

So grab your calendar, rally your friends, and start planning a March to remember!