Events in Cape Town in October 2027
Cape Town event dates for October 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to October.
Cape Town's October 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated October 29, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Oct 27 - Nov 7
Cape Town. International Horror Film Festival.
Planning lead · projected date · Source: festival calendar
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