6 Feb 2026 Last year proved to be yet another milestone year for our neighbourhood, welcoming 25 million visitors to the Waterfront, contributing R11 billion in retail sales for 2025. A 7% increase from the year before. The festive season delivered exceptional results, with December alone seeing over 3 million visitors and R1.4 billion in sales across our retailers and restaurants. The festive season ended on a high note with our New Year’s Eve celebration, which attracted 200,000 attendees and reached a global audience when internet personality IShowSpeed livestreamed the festivities to 47 million YouTube viewers. These strong performances underscore our neighbourhood’s role as a major economic driver, supporting more than 83,000 direct and indirect jobs and contributing over 1.5% to the Western Cape’s GDP. Read the full release, here. 5 DOCK ROAD INTRODUCES A NEW WAY OF LIVING AT THE V&A Beyond the shops, restaurants, and office spaces, the V&A Waterfront is home to a growing number of residents. Residential living has become an integral part of our neighbourhood, from The Breakwater to Ports Edge, 2 Silo and Marina Residences, with our latest offering, 5 Dock Road, now complete and 98% sold since breaking ground in June 2024. Located in the Canal District at Battery Park, 5 Dock Road is more than just a place to live, it embodies a lifestyle of luxury, comfort, and sophistication designed for those who seek an exceptional living experience. 5 Dock Road lobby area. The six-storey development offers 1- to 3-bedroom apartments, with exclusive penthouses on the top floor. Each apartment features spacious layouts, engineered oak flooring, stone countertops, superior acoustics, high ceilings, premium appliances, and expansive balconies and terraces with views overlooking our neighbourhood and Table Mountain. Building amenities include a heated rooftop pool and braai area overlooking Table Mountain and the city, a fully equipped gym with a view, and a landscaped courtyard. Residents also get to enjoy direct access to Battery Park, plus over 450 retail outlets and more than 100 restaurants, all within one neighbourhood. The V&A team behind the development (left to right): Allan Nenguke (Executive Manager: Development), Ernst Roodt (Development Director), Andre Cronje (Development Manager), Eva Hedenskog (Residential Sales Consultant), Yasin Chetty (Senior Manager: Commercial Property), Graham Wood (CEO), and David Green (outgoing CEO). Visit the 5 Dock Road website, here: www.5dockroad.com STEP INSIDE THE REIMAGINED NOBU CAPE TOWN Photo Credit: One&Only Cape Town One&Only Cape Town has reopened its acclaimed Nobu restaurant following a full redesign which blends Japanese design philosophy with local South African influences. Photo Credit: One&Only Cape Town Designed by the Rockwell Group the reimagined space weaves together the Japanese principle of wa (harmony and balance) with the spirit of Ubuntu. Photo Credit: One&Only Cape Town The double-volume dining room seats 84 guests and features floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of the marina and Table Mountain, featuring handwoven tapestries by local artist Julia Pepler Swanepoel. While the Nobu Bar extends into an intimate speakeasy-like enclave, perfect for pre and post dinner cocktails crafted by their expert mixologists. CRUISE SEASON CONTINUES AT CAPE TOWN CRUISE TERMINAL In 2025, the Cape Town Cruise Terminal welcomed 74 vessels, bringing 126,000 passengers and 45,000 crew to Cape Town. Cruise season continues into 2026, kicking off the year with arrivals including The World, Seven Seas Voyager, Nautica, and Queen Anne. Over the next two weeks, visitors to our neighbourhood can expect the following cruise ship arrivals: Europa MS Hamburg EVENTS AT THE WATERFRONT: V&A RECORD & MUSIC FAIR Step into a haven for music lovers as the Watershed transforms into a vinyl enthusiast’s dream. Dig through over 6,000 records waiting to be unearthed, enjoy live DJ sets throughout the day, and browse curated collections of music memorabilia. It’s a true celebration of sound that hits every note perfectly. Date: Saturday, 7 February 2026 Time: 10h00 – 14h00 Location: Watershed, Upper Level Cost: Free Silo Concerts 2026 Featuring Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra The Silo Concerts series wraps up with an appearance by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra. For over a century, the Orchestra has been at the heart of South Africa’s orchestral music, spanning classical symphonies, opera, jazz, and contemporary collaborations. Join us for an evening of world-class music under the stars at the Silo District. Date: Friday, 6 February Time: 19h00 – 20h00 Location: Silo District, in front of Zeitz MOCAA Cost: Free Take The Stage Presents Kristi Lowe Soul-pop singer-songwriter Kristi Lowe brings her unique fusion of retro soul, jazz, and R&B to the Amphitheatre. Drawing inspiration from legends like Etta James and Amy Winehouse, Kristi delivers rich, soulful performances that are both timeless and fresh. Don’t miss one of South Africa’s most exciting emerging artists. Date: Sunday, 8 February Time: 18h00 – 19h00 Location: V&A Amphitheatre Cost: Free The Ocean Between Us is One – Olivia Dunkley at Art@Africa Olivia Dunkley presents The Ocean Between Us Is One, an exhibition exploring humanity’s connection to the living ocean through the archetypal figure of Sirena, a primordial guardian of the sea. Each sculpture is a chapter in her story – from the Whale’s gravity to the Ray’s dance, to the Wave’s renewal. Together they form a myth of restoration: suggesting that the boundaries between human and nature, self and sea, are illusions of our own making. Exhibition Dates: 19 February – 20 March 2026 Location: Art@Africa Gallery, Clock Tower Town. Admission: Free RSVP or enquiries: sirena@artatafrica.art
