The Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts Programme brings music, magic, and unforgettable evenings under the Cape Town stars!
The Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts are a cherished and much-loved part of Cape Town’s summer social calendar. This season’s line-up promises to surpass all expectations and showcase many of the leading names in the South African music scene.
- This season’s concerts are presented in partnership with several valued supporters, including the City of Cape Town, whose collaboration plays a vital role in bringing these magical evenings to life. Their support underscores their commitment to fostering vibrant arts and cultural experiences in the city, cementing Cape Town as a global destination for live entertainment.
“The Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts have been providing the hits to Cape Town’s summer soundtrack for the over three decades. It is a space that not only provides a platform for local and international artists to entertain but it is also a place where people from all walks of life gather for a common goal, and nothing brings people together more than the love of music and a good time. As the City of Cape Town, we are proud to continue our partnership with this event into 2025 and further contributing to the legacy of the Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts. We are thrilled for our residents and visitors to experience the wonderful melodies and be blown away by this talented line-up of artists.” – JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security at the City of Cape Town.
The new season began with the Cradle to the Cape concert on December 8 to warm the audiences up for the festive season. The season concludes 17 weeks later, on March 30, with an unforgettable performance by Ami Faku and Simmy as summer sets on the Mother City. Music lovers can dance along all summer to acts like Mi Casa, The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, Jeremy Loops, and many more.
Unity at Kirstenbosch ( see photo above) will usher in the festive season with live performances on December 22. Ahead of New Year’s, Goldfish will ensure that ‘We come together’ with a performance on 29 December. The New Year’s Eve Concert sees Will Linley and Lloyiso take to the stage for a memorable start to 2025.
Goldfish – 22 December
Freshlyground, with new lead singer Mbali Makhoba and Congo Cowboys, will keep the party going on January 5.
This season’s concerts are not only a celebration of music but also of milestones. Iconic South African acts Mango Groove and Watershed will mark remarkable anniversaries during their Kirstenbosch performances. Mango Groove, celebrating 40 years of unforgettable hits and vibrant performances, promises a dazzling show filled with their timeless classics, visuals, and surprises on January 12.
Meanwhile, Watershed commemorates their 25-year journey with a special concert on March 16, launching their anniversary tour that reflects on a legacy of soulful lyrics and platinum-selling albums. These landmark events add a nostalgic yet fresh energy to the 2024/2025 Summer Sunset Concerts.
“The Summer Sunset Concerts are more than music—they celebrate Cape Town’s vibrant multi-cultural communities and the city’s unmatched natural beauty. Each show feels like a magical evening picnic with world-class music to serenade attendees. We are excited to share another incredible music season with all our visitors!” – Sarah Struys, Events and Tourism Manager at South African National Biodiversity (Kirstenbosch).
Will Linley & Lloyiso – New Years Eve
Every show will feature a variety of mouthwatering options from food trucks. Additionally, concertgoers are welcome to bring their picnic or pre-order meals up to five days in advance from the Kirstenbosch Fynkos or Moyo Restaurant.
Besides the headliners already mentioned, this year’s line-up features The Golden Oldies – celebrating South Africa’s beloved legends over 60 years old, Dutch singer Stef Bos and Afro-Soul-Jazz artist and multi-award nominee and winner Mandisi Dyantyis.
See the Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts Programme below – ENJOY!
The concerts are non-smoking events. There are no designated smoking areas anywhere at the concerts or in the garden. A zero-tolerance approach to smoking will be enforced. Offenders will be fined. People who cannot attend a concert without lighting up are advised to stay away.
WHAT: Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts Programme
WHERE: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town 7700
WHEN: December 2024 – 30 March 2025
TICKETS: Webtickets, and at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden gate. Please note that Webtickets is the ONLY online ticketing partner
INFO: VISIT | connect on social media using the official Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts hashtag #KBRocks | See also Cape Town Green Map
The Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts Programme (subject to change)
December
Sun 22 Dec: Unity at Kirstenbosch
Sun 29 Dec: Goldfish
Tue 31 Dec: New Year’s Eve with Will Linley & Lloyiso
January
Sun 5 Jan: Freshlyground & Congo Cowboys
Sun 12 Jan: Mango Groove
Sun 19 Jan: Bok van Blerk & Elandré
Sun 26 Jan: Mafikizolo & Ross Learmonth
February
Sun 2 Feb: The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra
Sat 8 Feb: Soul II Soul (brought by Showtime)
Sun 9 Feb: Matthew Mole
Sun 16 Feb: The Golden Oldies
Sun 23 Feb: Stef Bos and friends
March
Sun 2 Mar: Mi Casa
Sun 9 Mar: Mandisi Dyantyis
Sun 16 Mar: Watershed
Sun 23 Mar: Jeremy Loops
Tue 25 Mar: Goo Goo Dolls (brought by Amp Events)
Thu 27 Mar: James Bay (brought by Breakout Events)
Sun 30 Mar: Ami Faku & Simmy
