Events in October
Have you ever wondered which events in October to visit or what to do and see when living in South Africa? Here are some of the best festivals and events in October in South Africa.
In our listing below we have included the most popular South African events for all provinces. These events are listed with links to event organisers so you can get more information and find out where to buy tickets.
Enjoy these great South African festivals and if you like this page, please spread the word and share with your family and friends.
What's on in South Africa?
October 2019
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26 September - 5 October 2019 Cape Town/Western Cape Baxter Dance Festival. More info |
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26 September - 3 October 2019 Hermanus/Western Cape Wines2Whales MTB Race from Somerset West to Hermanus. More info |
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4 - 6 October 2019 Darling/Western Cape Rocking the Daisies. South Africa's premier eco-friedly music festival on Cloof Wine Estate. More. |
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4 - 6 October 2019 Pretoria/Gauteng South African Tattoo 2018 at Menlyn Square in Tshwane. More info. |
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4 - 13 October 2019 Mangaung (Bloemfontein)/Free State Macufe Arts Festival. Mangaung African Culture Festival with international performers. More info |
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5 - 6 October 2019 Cape Town/Western Cape Portuguese Festival at the V&A Waterfront with Blessing of the Fleet. More info |
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11 - 13 October 2019 Robertson/Western Cape Robertson Wine on the River. Family Entertainment in the Winelands. More info |
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18 - 20 October 2019 Mangaung (Bloemfontein)/Free State Mangaung Rose Festival. Visit the 'City of Roses' and enjoy the open gardens. More info |
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20 October 2019 Durban/KwaZulu Natal Amashova Classic Cycle Race. Watch the 106km long cycle race with shorter races and fun races. More info |
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26 - 27 October 2019 Cape Town/Western Cape International Kite Festival in Muizenberg. More info |
For more events in and around Cape Town in October 2019, click here.
Great South Africa Shows and Exhibition
Events in October 2019
There are many exhibitions and shows that cater not only for trade visitors but also are open to the public. The events listed below provide great insights for all living in South Africa.
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15 - 16 October 2019 Durban/KwaZulu-Natal African Ports and Rail Evolution. 8th Annual conference. More info |
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18 - 20 October 2019 Cape Town/Western Cape Cape Town International Boat Show is the only one of its kind on the African continent. More info |
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18 - 20 October 2019 Johannesburg/Gauteng Property Buyer Show 2019 at the Sandton Convention Centre. More info |
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30 October 2019 - 1 November 2019 Johannesburg/Gauteng RMB Winex at the Sandton Convention Centre. More info |
Looking for more great things to do and to see in South Africa?
Our new Living in South Africa guide book has a comprehensive 'Leisure Chapter' with loads of great tips for exploring the country and the South African provinces. Make sure you get a copy!
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Disclaimer: This events listing is for information purposes only. You should contact the event organiser to confirm any dates in advance.
Image Credits for Events in October: Image by various events organisers. Other images by SATourism, Shutterstock and own images.
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