What's On for Families in Cape Town

A family day in the Sculpture Garden for Garden Day, 10–4pm, with flower crown workshops, a kids' creative workshop, a Jungle Theatre show (The Magic Shell), face painting and balloon artists, live music and food trucks. The ticket includes the museum, and adults get three Simonsig wine tastings.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

Well Mother & Child Clinic bring their antenatal course to Peak Family Practice in Hout Bay — six Wednesday evenings, 6:30–8:30pm, covering pregnancy, birth and the first weeks with a newborn, with Dr Tegan Child-Villiers, Dr Megan Buckle and Sr Jemima Scholtz joining from the practice. Runs weekly to 25 November.

A moms' afternoon out with The Cupcakery at read.work.play in Fish Hoek: decorate a cake with colourful frosting over coffee and treats, and go home with a goodie bag. Spaces are limited, so book ahead.

Step into a world where stories come alive. PAGEBOUND by Step It Up Dance Academy takes you on a magical journey through fantasy, mystery and adventure. Featuring Step It Up dancers and professional guest artists, this spectacular production is made for audiences of all ages.

The school's fair, 10–3pm: student performances and circus demonstrations, inflatables, a zip line, giant foosball, Fishy Fishy and crafting, a Matchbox Castle and a haunted house. Food stalls run from breakfast buns and pancakes to boerie rolls and ice cream, with a Fairy Tale Tea Garden and a bookshop.

Two days of giant kites and displays by local and international flyers at Youngsfield, from 10am to 6pm, with family entertainment and activities alongside. Cape Mental Health run it, and it is their fundraiser. A weekend pass is R160 for adults and R100 for children and pensioners, who also pay R60 on the day. No dogs.

A monthly market on the Imhoff Waldorf School grounds in Kommetjie, 10am–4pm. Local makers, organic farmers, wellness practitioners and live music, with an obstacle course and activities to keep the children busy while you work your way round. This date follows the usual last-Sunday schedule; confirm with the organiser before making plans.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

A support circle for new moms, run by Femmefyn. Five weekly sessions from 29 October to 26 November, at Chardonnay Deli in High Constantia.

An all-day Halloween special, 9am–8pm: spray paint a Halloween creation with stencils, colours and guidance, and take it home the same day. All skill levels welcome. Book on WhatsApp.

An hour of play at the studio, 4–5pm, with a 30-minute music and movement session with Minnie Mouse: dancing and singing, bubble time, parachute time and photos with Minnie.

The annual Christmas market at Western Province Prep, 9–4pm, with over 80 vendors in a big marquee on the school fields — clothing, jewellery, homeware, children's toys and Christmas décor — plus food vendors, coffee, a tea garden and live music.

A full day on a Franschhoek wine estate, 11am to 10pm — live music from Jeremy Loops, Arno Carstens and Raaf, a global-inspired market, picnic spaces and outdoor experiences. The organisers describe it as built for adults first, with children and teens catered for, which is worth knowing before booking.

The church's annual spring fête — food, fun, bargains and community, with the gates opening at 8:30am. All are welcome.

Spooky fun at be.UP, 11–4pm: trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, games and a best-dressed prize, so come in costume. Book ahead.

Halloween made for younger children, 11–4pm, with friendly frights and no scary surprises: trick-or-treat stations around the play park, a scavenger hunt, hosted games, face painting and a best-dressed competition with prizes. Come in costume.

A community Halloween afternoon in Basil Road Park, supported by Plumstead Neighbourhood Watch. Arrive from 3:30pm for a 4pm start; entry is a packet of sweets. To host a table, contact Shelley on 082 560 8648.

A KidsPreneur Market 12–2pm, where children under 17 sell handmade goodies and pre-loved toys (stallholders must pre-register), then a family picnic and trick-or-treat meet-up from 3pm. Costumes encouraged, and there's face painting. Presented by Friends of Van Riebeeck Park and Bliss Café — stall sign-ups via mail@blisstada.co.za.

A two-hour after-dark trampoline party, 6–8pm, with zombies on the loose: get tagged three times and you've earned three free jumps. For ages 12 and up.

Llandudno Primary's Halloween party, this year themed School of Screams. Save the date — times and tickets still to be announced.

A Halloween silent disco among the vines, 6–9pm, with wireless headphones included in every ticket. Come dressed up. The same Silent Sunsets night also runs at The Lawns in Camps Bay.

A family-friendly Halloween silent disco on the lawns, 6–9pm, as the sun goes down over Camps Bay. Wireless headphones are included, with three channels to choose from — pop singalongs, house and techno, and global grooves. Costumes encouraged. Tickets via FIXR, including a family pass for two adults and two kids.

Join the pack for a spooky stroll, 9–10:30am. Friendly dogs welcome, all on leads. Book in advance on WhatsApp so every pup gets a spooky treat.

Rabbit Heart turn Glenhof Manor into ten rooms of Halloween mischief over two floors — peculiar performances, creepy crafts and messy play, a jumping castle, face painting and food. Family sessions run 10am to 3pm for little monsters up to 12, with a haunted-house session for 13–18s later in the day.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

Arrive from 5:30pm. Talk 6–7pm. Your ticket includes a welcome drink. Rachel Kolisi — author, speaker, founder of Falling Forward and mom — in a fireside chat with The Nanny Club founder Hannah about motherhood, careers and the village behind every parent. Drinks run until 9pm.

Seven of Africa's top magicians in one stage show of grand illusions and escapes — including Houdini's upside-down straitjacket escape — hosted by Stuart Taylor. Three shows: Sat 3pm, and Sun 12pm and 3:30pm. About two hours with a 20-minute interval; there's strobe, smoke and haze. Free parking on the Grand Parade.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

Bosjes' annual protea day, 9–3pm: hop on a tractor down to the fields and pick your own Jelena proteas to take home, with food, drinks and live music on the farm. It's about 1½–2 hours from town. Free tickets on Quicket.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

Three days of carnival rides in Wynberg, with paintball, nerf wars, a rollercade, face painting, fire dancers, a laser show, roaming mascots, live music and food stalls. The Friday opens at 3pm and runs to 10:30pm; Saturday is 10am to 10:30pm and Sunday 10am to 9pm. Entry and rides are ticketed separately — a rider ticket does not get you in on its own, so a family needs both.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

A weekend of pots on Alphen Common, 9am to 4pm both days — everything the province's potters, sculptors and community projects have been making, with food and refreshments alongside. Free to walk in, and dogs are welcome on leads.

A monthly market on the Imhoff Waldorf School grounds in Kommetjie, 10am–4pm. Local makers, organic farmers, wellness practitioners and live music, with an obstacle course and activities to keep the children busy while you work your way round. This date follows the usual last-Sunday schedule; confirm with the organiser before making plans.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

An evening of cherry-season food stalls, bars and live music at Ceres Sportsgrounds in Ceres, with a children's area — the Kersie-Jol — running 4pm to 8pm: messy play, tractor rides, jumping castles, face painting and a mini obstacle course. The music runs on to 10pm.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

A three-day summer riding camp at The Riding Centre in Hout Bay, 9–11 December, for ages 8–14.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

Two days, 8–5pm, wandering fields of sunflowers and picking your own, with music, food and drinks, a jumping castle and face painting. Tickets on Webtickets.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.

The Sunday market on the village common in Hout Bay, running 10am–3pm. It only trades from September to May, so this is one of the first Sundays back after the winter break.

A small shaded outdoor market in Constantia every Sunday, 10am–3pm. Crafts, thrifted finds, décor, jewellery, books and up-cycled bits, alongside prepared food, coffee, fresh produce, home-made breads and cheeses. There's sometimes a jumping castle and toy stalls, and dogs are welcome on a lead.