South Africa: Discover Cape Town and the Western Cape during this ongoing Tourism Month. The cities are observing Tourism Month and Heritage Month this September.
It is commemorated to celebrate the people, places and experiences that make South Africa, definitely unique from all other. Tourism is South Africa means to showcase the rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes. It boosts the local economies by creating jobs and empowering communities.
Tour during the Tourism Month covers hiking in the Cederberg and uncovering the San Rock Art. It will also let you surf through Muizenberg’s waves and sip Stellenbosch wines at the oldest wine route in South Africa.
It is a great chance to explore the charm of the small towns and discover all six regions of Cape Town and the Western Cape this Tourism Month.
Cherish African Heritage this Tourism Month with Leisure Events in the Western Cape
WOMAD South Africa
WOMAD is six days unforgettable event where the tourists can experience global music, culture and connection, lighting up the Western Cape. It will be observed from Sept 23-28, 2025. From Cape Town to the Karoo, the festival features international acts, local legends, drumming spectacles, wine-and-music pairings, community workshops and vibrant pop-ups. This offers many free events and family-friendly highlights, WOMAD SA promises a rich, rhythmic journey across cultures and landscapes.
Stanford in Bloom
In September, South Africa welcomes the spring season. From Sept 10-24, 2025 the charming Stanford village will burst into full colour for Stanford in Bloom event. It is a two-week floral and cultural celebration that is set against the backdrop of mountains, rivers and rich heritage. Tourists will be strolling through the floral installations, sipping on Stanford’s finest wines, or shopping handmade local goods.
Lost Trades Fair
Step back in time to the picturesque village of McGregor, where heritage comes alive at the Lost Trades Fair. On Sept 27, 2025 set against the scenic backdrop of Route-62 and the Riviersonderend Mountains. It will be a unique one-day festival that celebrates traditional, hands-on craftsmanship of South Africa.
Other major events that will be observed soon in this month are:
- Hessequa Harmonie, which will celebrate the countryside art from Sept 23-27, 2025.
- Muse Festival, make creative bond in the charming town of Groot-Brakriver, from Sept 24-27, 2025.
- #US4US Celebration Concert, on Sept 27, 2025 will lead the youth to enjoy music, dance and theatre all at Central Karoo.
- IKHWA TTU Heritage Day Festival, will invite rich heritage of South Africa through storytelling from Indigenous communities, all set in a stunning coastal landscape on Sept 24, 2025.
- Swartland Olive Festival, will let you taste several award-winning olive oils and food cooked in them, grab your plates from Sept 27-28, 2025.
- Spier’s Winter Wine & Soup Tasting, at Stellenbosch is inviting all to sip award-winning wines perfectly paired with farm fresh soups, served beautifully for this whole month until Sept 30, 2025.
- Voet Van Afrika Marathon, lace up for the most iconic running event, to run through the rugged beauty of the Overberg on Sept 20, 2025.