Cape Town - The festive season has come and before you know it, 2015 will be over.
Why not end your year off with a bang? This festive season there will be plenty of events held in and around the Mother City.
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Kirstenbosch, a well-known tourist attraction, will once again host their annual summer concerts featuring some of SA's top performers like: Mango Groove, Jimmy Nevis and The Parlotones.
Sponsored by Pick n Pay, the Rotary Carols of Kirstenbosch has sparked peoples' festive spirits for more than 20 years. It will feature as a part of Kirstenbosch summer concert line-up from December 17 to 20.
V&A Waterfront
This renowned shopping district is highly popular among local and international visitors. Aside from eateries and retail stores, the Waterfront is known for its family-orientated entertainment and this year is no different.
During the festive season, the Waterfront will play host to a variety of events such as Goldfish's Submerged Sundays, the Galileo Open Air Cinema and the Cape Town Comedy Club, to name a few.
This year's New Year's Eve party will be hosted by the Cape Town Comedy Club. The show includes champagne upon arrival, a show featuring five comedy acts, a countdown to the new year and an after party.
The Cape Town Comedy Club will also have their New Year's Eve party; ticket prices include a show featuring champagne, five comedy acts, a cocktail on arrival, countdown to 2016 and an after party with DJ Aaron. An 'A la carte menu' will be available. They also have the option to go extravagant and celebrate NYE in style with their specials.
In and around the Cape Town CBD
For those seeking more room to breathe, the CBD is the perfect escape. It's just the right mix of business meets pleasure. This December, the Mother City opens her arms to various festivals including:
The Sizzled Summer Music Festival
Two Sunday fiestas will offer beer, gourmet and a score of talented, local DJs.
The MCQP Party
'Candyland' is the theme for this year's MCQP party. It is one of Cape Town's most memorable LGBTQI events and popular all through Africa.
The Festival of Chariots
This year's upcoming Hindu celebration will be held at Sea Point. It is locally hosted by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness.
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