Good Friday is two days away and if you're still figuring out plans, you're not alone. Cape Town's long weekend scene is buzzing every Easter — the question is knowing where to look.
Here's a rundown of what's worth your time this April 2026, plus a lekker way to discover even more events near you.
Workshop17's pop-up thrift market is exactly the kind of low-key Saturday activity that turns into a full afternoon. Expect secondhand fashion, local crafters, and the kind of crowd that actually knows their stuff. These events sell out fast and parking fills up — go early.
Cape Town's night market culture is underrated. Food stalls, live music, fairy lights, the whole thing. The Wednesday Night Market is already pinned on [UbuntuMap](https://ubuntumap.com) — tap the listing to see exactly where it sits on the map so you can judge distance from wherever you're staying.
If you're looking for something to do on Easter Monday that isn't just another braai, the Pretty Woman musical is running this month. It's one of those shows that's genuinely fun for a mixed group — couples, friends, family. Tickets are limited around the long weekend so don't sleep on it.
Muizenberg, Fish Hoek, Kalk Bay — the False Bay coast is spectacular over Easter. Less crowded than the Atlantic Seaboard, better vibes, and the kind of neighbourhoods where you stumble onto a pop-up you didn't expect.
UbuntuMap has local listings from businesses and community members across these areas — think of it as a live map that shows you what's actually active near you right now, not just the big tourist spots.
Head to [ubuntumap.com](https://ubuntumap.com), allow location access, and browse what's pinned around you. You can also post your own event, business, or spot for free — the map is community-built, which means the more people add to it, the more useful it gets.
Have a lekker long weekend, Cape Town. You deserve it. 🙌