New Year’s Eve this year will likely look strikingly different to last year – when lockdown, restrictions and curfews were the most notable guests at the party. While we still have some limitations in place (as the #NoCurfewOnNewYearsEve hashtag movement can attest to, for those who have been waiting an entire year to celebrate, there are far more options on the menu – especially in Cape Town, and there’s a little something for everyone.
1. For the people looking for a beach party
- Grand Africa Café and Beach, one of the most gorgeous places in Cape Town to enjoy sundowners, is hosting electronic duo Goldfish (amongst other artists) to end off 2021 with beach beats and glamour.
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Time:12:00pm
Where: Haul Road, Granger Bay, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Cost: Ranging from R750 | Howler
Contact: 021 425 0551 | [email protected]
Health and Safety: Producing proof of vaccination or a negative PCR/Rapid test is required. Tests to be done at least 72 hours before the event.
- Cabo Beach Club will turn into a slice of Ibiza with the Pacha Ibiza NYE Day Party event – set to be a tropical experience adorned with Pacha dancers and international DJs.
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Time: 2:00pm
Where:12 S Arm Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Cost: Ranging from R750
Contact: cabobeachclub.co.za
Health and Safety: Producing proof of vaccination or a negative PCR/Rapid test is required. Guests will need to have their Rapid or PCR tests done within 48 hours of the event.
2. For those looking for a themed party
Celebrate like Gatsby with Grand Pavilion’s Great Gatsby themed-party, where a welcome drink, a four-course dinner, flapper dancers will all be in attendance, old sport.
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Time: 6:00pm
Where: 277 Beach Road, Sea Point, Cape Town
Cost: R1 800 per ticket
Contact: 021 206 6360, [email protected]
3. For those looking for a market:
Mojo Market is hosting ‘A New Year’s Night of Reggae’, which will see food stalls, live music, four unique bars, and a line up including The Conquerors, Sons of Selassie and The Maccabis.
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Time: 6:00pm
Where: 30 Regent Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8060
Cost: Free!
4. For those looking for an Old Year’s goodbye in the sky
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Board the Cape Wheel and gaze at the Mother City from the top. Although you may not be able to reel in the new year while you explore the sky thanks to curfew, this is a gorgeous idea for those who want to spend their New Year’s enjoying the City’s views.
If you choose the SkyDine option, you’ll get to enjoy your evening with a picnic basket curated with delicious food options.
To add even more glamour to your experience, you can opt for the VIP option that will offer you luxury in a tinted gondola with a bottle of champagne for R2500 if you’re looking to splurge a little.
Time: Until 10:00pm – curfew
Where: Market Square, Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Cost: R310 adults, R155 children without the picnic baskets
Contact: 021 205 1902, [email protected]
5. For those who’d like to feast their way into the New Year:
5 Magical restaurants serving a delicious New Year’s Eve dinner in Cape Town
6. For those who’d like to stay home but still celebrate at a distance:
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The lighting of the beam, the updated version of the usual fireworks that happen to usher in the New Year, is set to take place once again thanks to the V&A Waterfront. Now, while you can enjoy the beam’s light-up at the Waterfront, you can also enjoy it at home as it will be live-streamed on YouTube and the V&A’s Facebook page.
Also Read:
7 Summertime activities that won’t cost an arm and leg in Cape Town
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