What’s Happening in Cape Town This Month: November Highlights

November marks the start of Cape Town’s summer season and with it comes a full calendar of culture, music, technology and outdoor events. Whether you are a local looking for new weekend plans or a visitor exploring the city, this month offers a diverse mix of activities across tech, business, lifestyle and entertainment. Here is a curated roundup of November highlights happening in Cape Town.

Africa Tech Festival

10–13 November | CTICC

Africa Tech Festival remains one of the continent’s leading technology gatherings, drawing global innovators, developers, ICT leaders and fast-growing startups. Expect conferences, exhibitions, networking lounges and satellite events across the CBD.

This festival is ideal for professionals interested in telecoms, digital transformation, AI, cloud and frontier technologies shaping Africa’s future.

Keinemusik Cape Town

22–23 November | Various venues

The globally recognised Berlin-based electronic music collective returns to Cape Town for two high-demand nights. Expect atmospheric house, curated stages and a strong nightlife crowd as the city moves into summer mode.

Accommodation and transport should be planned ahead due to high attendance.

Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts

Every Sunday | Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden

A Cape Town classic. Pack a picnic blanket and enjoy live performances surrounded by mountain views and gardens. The concert series spans multiple genres and appeals to both residents and tourists.

Evenings can cool down quickly, so layered clothing is recommended.

Africa Early-Stage Investor Summit (AESIS)

27–28 November | Cape Town

AESIS brings together angel investors, venture capital firms, accelerators and high-growth startups from across Africa. The summit focuses on early-stage investment trends, funding opportunities and scaling strategies.

Ideal for professionals and entrepreneurs active in the startup ecosystem.