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There are a wide variety of attractions and activities to enjoy on the property. From heritage landmarks to more leisurely pursuits. Fun for all ages.
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The V&A Waterfront is an iconic 123-hectare neighbourhood which welcomes millions of people from all over the continent and world. We celebrate heritage & diversity, champion art & design, support entrepreneurship & innovation & drive positive social, economic & environmental change.
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Makers Landing: 9AM – 6PM (Thu), 9AM – 9PM (Fri-Sat), 8AM – 6PM (Sun)
OZ Market: 8:15AM – 2PM (Sat), 9AM – 2PM (Sun)
V&A Food Market: 10AM – 7PM (Mon-Sun)
Watershed: 10AM – 5PM (Mon-Sun)
Battery Park: 9AM – 6PM (Mon-Sun), Rollercade: operating until 9PM (Mon-Sun)
Victoria Wharf: 9AM – 9PM (Mon-Sun)
Unpacking the exhibition that unpacks one of Africa’s most prolific artists: “Why Should I Hesitate: Putting Drawings to Work” opens at the Zeitz MOCAA. Imagine being given the opportunity to intimately stroll through the psyche of an artist. Now, just imagine that artist is William Kentridge himself. Well, that’s exactly the opportunity available right now, […]
There is so much to do and see at the V&A Waterfront this summer. We have put together activities across our neighbourhood for the whole family to enjoy. Whether looking for family friendly activities, sporty challenges, and a variety of festive cheer to make quality time with loved ones memorable, as all lights lead to […]
Youth Day commemorates the sacrifices made by South African youth in 1976 – they fought for an end to apartheid as well as better education for all. Join us on 16 June 2022 for a public holiday filled with special youth-focused activations. Take action Young human rights defenders will take to the Amphitheatre stage between […]
Take the Stage Series provide a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talent, emerging artist for a series of free-to-attend performances at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre. “Flying Bantu” is a musical act from right underneath the magical spray of the Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Their versatile sound embodies various flavours and […]
Take the Stage Series provide a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talent, emerging artist for a series of free-to-attend performances at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre. CTMA presents YME Band. The Youth In Music Excellence [YME] Band are chosen from all the talented musicians in attendance at the inaugural Youth […]
Take the Stage Series provide a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talent, emerging artist for a series of free-to-attend performances at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre. Babalwa Mentjies is an accomplished young Jazz Singer, Currently residing in Khayelitsha Cape Town. She is a polished songwriter and a great vocalist/entertainer, a […]
Take the Stage Series provide a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talent, emerging artist for a series of free-to-attend performances at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre. JASMINE MINTER REINVENTS HERSELF AS LEMON ZEST Since 2015, Jasmine Minter has shared the stage with legends such as Prime Circle, Gavin Edwards, Majozi, […]
Busking is performance art that takes place on the street for voluntary donations – and is practiced all over the world. Contributing to the vibrant atmosphere, it has been an integral part of the V&A Waterfront since inception, some 30 years ago. At The V&A Waterfront however, the busking programme is more than just performing […]
Take the Stage Series provide a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talent, emerging artist for a series of free-to-attend performances at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre. The Metro Big Band is a classic jazz band in the size and style of the big bands from the 40’s under the direction […]
Future Females is a platform that connects, inspires and supports existing and aspiring female entrepreneurs.
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Nomadic Orchestra is a five-piece instrumental brass dance band, based in Cape Town. […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. A diverse collective of young South African musicians, The Unity Band strives to […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Zeke Le Grange is a Cape Town based saxophonist who embodies a number […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. A Cum Laude Bachelor of Music Graduate from Rhodes University Carol Thorns is […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Bradley Prince is a 23 year old jazz guitarist who was born and […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Jenny & the Jameses are an Original Celtic folk band formed in March […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Saul City, a husband and wife duo who have recently celebrated 12 years of […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Natasha was born in South Africa, but soon after moved to Argentina with her […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. South African born and raised trumpeter Darren English, is a 2018 honoree of the Atlanta […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. The Conquerors Reggae Band is all about roots Reggae, promoting a positive message through […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Thembelihle Dunjana is a 25 year old South African pianist from Gugulethu, Cape Town. […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Trumpeter born in Cape Town, Started his musical Journey in the Cape Minstrel fraternity. […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Cherry Vynil is a Cape Town based Indie Rock band who started out in […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. This is a project that was formed in the early part of 2010 with […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Before his death in January 2018, legendary South African music icon Hugh Masekela lauded guitarist Cameron […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Amy Jones Amy Jones the young and hip singer/songwriter, born in Paarl, has had listeners throughout […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Jacob Swann is a Cape Town based singer/songwriter, with roots firmly planted in folk, blues, soul […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Nobuhle Ashanti is a young and upcoming jazz pianist from Cape Town, South Africa. From a […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. THE RIVERTONES, “Cape Town’s most loved Reggae band” who were invited by the government of Madagascar […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Cinnamon Strings Trio is a professional ensemble which was formed by violinist Rayelle Goodman in 2005 […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend. Sonik Citizen is a lyrical soul-rock trio fresh on the music scene, formed by multi- award winning artist, […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend The Pedestrians are a young, multi- genre band based in Cape Town. Celebrating five years of […]
V&A Waterfront Take the Stage Series is a platform for emerging South African musicians and musical ensembles to showcase their talents at V&A Waterfront. Experience these emerging artists live for a series of pop-up performances which are free for all to attend This Afro fusion band is comprised of a line-up with an array of artists from the […]
Boris Guderjahn on Tenor Saxophone, born in Germany. Played with Frederic Rabold, Herbert Joos, Studiobigband Karlsruhe, “The Moonlights”, blues legend Glenn Schwartz and later toured with german RockJazz group “November”, moved to SA and founded the Jazz Catz. Ryan Sackanary on Keyboard, raised in a Cape Town musical family, played with Emo Adams, Tracey Carter, […]
Mandla Mlangeni and Friends Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz 2019 and 2019 fellow at UWC’s Centre for Humanities Research. Mandla Mlangeni, I set to make 2021 a productive year. Earmarked for the current year is which is a series of publications and premiere of new material in a series of multi-disciplinary productions set to […]
Winston Siljeur hails from the small town of Robertson in Breede Valley District, Western Cape, South Africa. From an early age, he was surrounded by music, mainly owing to his father being a preacher and leader in church. Most of Winston’s musical know-how is self-taught – it is only in 2008 that he was afforded the opportunity to study Classical […]
Gerald clark is multi award nominated and accomplished south african musician recognized for his extraordinary voice,songwriting and ability to tell a story with his music. He is one of sa’s top musicians and exports – a singer and songwriter famous for his voice that can get down to the soul and honesty that consists within […]
This is updated hourly to ensure our visitors have the most up to date information possible. At this stage most of the attractions and activities are open and following strict hygiene protocol. Please note the following closures: Zeitz MOCAA is closed until further notice Two Oceans Aquarium is closed until further notice Robben Island is […]
The main consideration for any event, brand activation, promotion, flash mob, performance or fundraiser being staged in the V&A Waterfront is the safety of the participants and the public. A formal V&A Waterfront Event application form along with a detailed event proposal that’s meets the following criteria is further required to consider such. Contract: Should […]
Property adds drive-through testing to its current COVID-19 health and safety protocols The V&A Waterfront now offers visitors of all ages the convenience of a drive-through COVID-19 testing facility without even having to leave their cars. The Waterfront, in partnership with Dis-Chem, is set to launch the new public facility on Saturday, 24 October. For […]
From Johannesburg to Japan, all lights lead to the V&A’s message of light and hope Sustainability, collaboration, creativity and compassion are the foundation of the V&A Waterfront’s festive season this year. The 2020 festive period is preceded by months of global upheaval, extended moments of isolation and change that few of us could predict or […]
All lights lead to the V&A Waterfront this festive season.
Week-on-week footfall growth.
Test and Protect: Health Passport South Africa plans to collaborate with the intention of reopening opportunities in travel and tourism, business, events of all types, and job creation on a national level.
Food industry start-ups benefit from expert mentorship and training in a state of the art environment as new applications open for August 2021 programme.
Holmes Brothers: now open
What on in our neighbourhood
Freedom of Movement now open
What’s on in our neighbourhood
Adidas and ARC – now open
What’s on in the neighbourhood
Denham – opening this weekend
Footfall update
Tesla Model X display at the V&A
Cabo Beach Club – now open
PNA & Paez – now open
31 Days of Summer at the V&A continues
Seattle, Rootbar, Royale Eatery & The Creamery – now open
Pier & The Waterside – scheduled to open this weekend
This Valentine’s Day we’re celebrating all kinds of love
Weekly footfall update
First Thursday returns to the Silo District
Watershed Design Lab promotes local startups
Schools holidays fun at the Waterfront
The Two Oceans Aquarium observes Earth Hour
Take a look at these beautiful hand-crafted porcelain jewellery pieces and lovely gifts. Read more.
The Township Oilcan Guitar offers a unique sound and is a wonderful gift to any musician. Find out more here.
