Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts is an invite to sing along, laugh and remember with songstress Vicky Sampson of Afrikan Dream fame and South African icons such as Marah Louw, Leslie Kleinsmith (see photo), Loukmaan and Emo Adams, and Dr Victor & The Rasta Rebels in February and March 2024.
The concerts are a Cape Town institution – renowned as one of the best ways to while away a warm summer evening, surrounded by friends and family – and the line-up for the February and March shows will bring happy memories flooding back.
Unity at Kirstenbosch on 4 February
A first for Kirstenbosch is Unity at Kirstenbosch with Emo and Loukmaan Adams. The concept is loosely based on entertainer Loukmaan’s wildly popular outdoor concert, Unity on the Square, which takes place annually on Reconciliation Day at Greenmarket Square. We now have a change of scenery to Kirstenbosch, and the show will include performances with his brother Emo.
The duo will be joined by various local artists including Idols SA season 17 winner Berry, Cape Town-based saxophonist Don Vino, songbird Millicent ‘Milly’ Milaz, and vocalist and actress, Edith Plaatjies.
Loukmaan refers to the expected performances as explosive and exciting and says that audiences will be able to experience some classic performances along with edgier showcases.
“We have a few surprises in store, but we want to keep much of it a secret. We do however always want to create a platform for the youth and up-and-coming performers,” says Loukmaan Adams.
Golden Oldies in collaboration with the Suidoosterfees on 3 March
Be sure to secure your tickets for Golden Oldies in collaboration with the Suidoosterfees, when Vicky Sampson, Marah Louw, Leslie Kleinsmith, Niesa Abrahams, Aviva Pelham,Terry Fortune and Dr Victor & The Rasta Rebels will grace the stage Golden Oldies is the brainchild of Terry Fortune and celebrates our South African music legends over the age of sixty.
Other Highlights
Also still on the Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts line-up this season are
- The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra on 11 February,
- Matthew Mole on 18 February, and
- Mandisi Dyantyis on 25 February.
- One 10 March, Fokofolosiekar celebrate their 20th anniversary at Kirstenbosch, while
- Sun-El Musician and Simmy take the stage on 24 March.
- The concert season ends on 31 March with Neon Dreams and Ard Matthews.
“We are more than excited to be welcoming these incredible artists to the garden, and we’re looking forward to enjoying evenings of entertainment with our fellow South Africans and any foreign visitors who join us. There are few better ways to spend a summer evening than enjoying wonderful music while making new memories with friends and family at Kirstenbosch,” says Sarah Struys, Events and Tourism Manager at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.
Moyo Restaurant Kirstenbosch will offer a variety of delicious eats for all the concerts. Concertgoers are also welcome to pack a picnic, or to pre-order at least five days ahead of time from the Kirstenbosch Tea Room or Moyo restaurant. Alcohol is permitted.
So come sing along, laugh and remember – ‘cos #KBRocks!
WHAT: Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts
WHERE: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735
WHEN: See above. For updates and ticket prices, visit
TICKETS & BOOKING: Booking is through Webtickets online or at Pick n Pay stores nationally and at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden gate. Please note that Webtickets is the sole online ticketing partner of the Summer Sunset Concerts. There is an age restriction of 14 years.
INFO: Visit or connect on social media and share your experiences tagging #KBRocks. | See Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts are back – #KBRocks!
See also Cape Town Green Map
NOTE: The concerts are non-smoking events. There are no designated smoking areas anywhere at the concerts or in the garden, and there will be a zero-tolerance approach to smoking. Offenders will be fined.
