Where to go out in Cape Town in March 2026: top queer bars, clubs, shops, hotels, and community sports to round out the month.

Cape Town LGBTQ+ Guide: March 2026

Where to Go Queer in Cape Town: Late March 2026 Guide

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Casual restaurant and bar serving burgers and steaks with a shady terrace, popular with a gay crowd.

Cafe Manhattan

Zer021 Social Club is a bar in Cape Town. Located at 46 Canterbury St, District Six, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa.

Zer021 Social Club

The Pink Candy Night Club is a bar in Cape Town. Located at 120 Strand St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa.

The Pink Candy Night Club

Evol is a nightclub in Cape Town. Located at 69 Hope St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa.

Evol

The Social Bar is a bar in Cape Town. Located at 35 Buitengracht St, CBD, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa.

The Social Bar

Large outdoors dining area with views across harbour at a restaurant serving seafood platters.

Berta's

Darling is a nightclub in Cape Town. Located at Darling, 7345, South Africa.

Darling

Honey & Dora is a restaurant in Cape Town. Located at 55 Prestwich St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa.

Honey & Dora

Stylish rooms with terraces in an upscale hotel with an outdoor pool, a spa & a restaurant.

Glen Boutique Hotel

Refined rooms & suites, some with balconies & ocean views, in an upmarket hotel with a spa & a pool.

O'Two Boutique Hotel

Home Suite Hotels Sea Point is a hotel in Cape Town. Located at 2 Main Dr, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa.

Home Suite Hotels Sea Point

Shaft Cruise Zone is a bar in Cape Town. Located at 299 Lower Main Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa.

Shaft Cruise Zone

Mingles Social by Zer021 is a bar in Cape Town. Located at 46 Canterbury St, District Six, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa.

Mingles Social by Zer021

Gender-affirming shapewear brand based in Cape Town, reimagining what gender-affirming clothing looks like. Since 2019, Genderwear SA creates binders, body tape, packers, and other gender-affirming apparel that empowers, includes, and uplifts comfort, identity, and dignity. Founded and run by Mel Laubscher (they/them).

Genderwear SA

Gay Goodies is a shop in Cape Town. Located at Shop 47-49, Golden Acre, Adderley St, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa.

Gay Goodies

Rainbow Nation Shop is a shop in Cape Town. Located at 14 Jarvis St, Green Point, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa.

Rainbow Nation Shop

Cape Town is Africa’s queer capital, with LGBTQ+ life centered in De Waterkant and Green Point. The city’s mix of beaches, mountains, and nightlife — along with events like Cape Town Pride — make it a hub of visibility, creativity, and celebration for the continent.

A vibrant street party celebrating friendship, pride, and connection in Cape Town.

Buddies Night Out

Buddies Night Out Street Party

A live music event featuring Samthing Soweto in Cape Town.

De Waterkant, Cape Town

Samthing Soweto in Cape Town

Discover the journey of chocolate from bean to bar with Honest Chocolate. Enjoy a guided tasting, learn about ethical cacao sourcing, watch chocolate being made, and create your own bonbons and custom chocolate slab. This hands-on experience is suitable for all ages, vegan, and child-friendly.

Sweet Treats Studio

Honest Chocolate Workshop

A live concert featuring South African musician Samthing Soweto, taking place at the Concert Hall (Once on this Island) in Cape Town on July 25, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00. The event showcases Afro soul music, with tickets available for booking.

Gothenburg Pride is Sweden’s second largest Pride event, attracting tens of thousands to the west coast city for a week of parades, club nights, cultural events, and human rights talks. The event emphasizes LGBTQ+ rights alongside celebrations, offering a smaller, more intimate alternative to Stockholm’s festival, with a warm atmosphere reflective of Gothenburg’s character.

Gothenburg, Sweden

Gothenburg Pride 2026

City Praise 2026 is a worship event held at Cape Town City Hall on August 30, 2026, starting at 14:00 and ending at 15:45. Organized by Origin South Africa, the event features the Cape Town Gospel Choir, band, orchestra, and worship leader Rouchelle Liedemann. It offers an uplifting evening of Christian contemporary music, traditional favorites, and community worship, supported by a full symphony orchestra. Tickets are available through Quicket, with options to donate a ticket for those unable to afford it. Secure parking is provided on Grand Parade.

City Park Auditorium

City Praise 2026

A vibrant street party celebrating pride with music, dancing, and community in Cape Town.

Cape Town City Centre

Pride Street Party Cape Town

Buy any burger on a Monday night at Beefcakes and get a second one free.

Beefcakes Cape Town

MUCHO MONDAYS!

A night of wacky prizes, bitchy chat and catchy tunes with drag queens, starting at 20:30.

BITCHY BINGO

An entertaining evening of songs, comedy, and heels with the finest drag queens, starting at 20:30.

VARIETY DRAG SHOW

Glamorous drag queens and talented performers entertain on Thursday nights, with proceeds supporting artists.

VARIETY DRAG NIGHT

Kick off the weekend with delicious meals and signature cocktails at Beefcakes, featuring hot waiters and lively atmosphere.

Hunky Barmen Fridays

Join the celebration with music, madness, and the Beefcakes crew for an unforgettable Saturday night.

Saturday Night Party

Kick off the weekend with delicious meals and signature cocktails at Beefcakes.

Hunky Barmen, hot waiters and the start of a great weekend!

Beefcakes Shooter Tray Sundays offering a tray of 10 mixed shooters for only R100.

SHOOTER SUNDAY'S!

Glamorous gals and talent plus a sequin or two at 20:30, proceeds go to artists, R40 per person.

Enjoy a lively Friday night with delicious meals and cocktails at Beefcakes.

A night of wacky prizes, bitchy chat and catchy tunes with 'The Best Buns in Town'.

The finest Drag Queens in the city vamp it up in a hugely entertaining evening of songs, comedy and heels.

Our infamous Thursday night continues with true Beefcakes Royalty, glamorous gals and unbelievable talent.

Join the party at Beefcakes with delicious meals and signature cocktails to kick off the weekend.

Join the celebration with music, madness, and the resident Beefcakes for an unforgettable Saturday night.

Saturday night is PARTY night at Beefcakes

Join the party on Friday night with delicious meals and signature cocktails at Beefcakes.

Glamorous gals, talented performers, and proceeds supporting artists at Beefcakes.

A vibrant street party celebrating friendship and pride in Cape Town.

Kick off the weekend with delicious meals, cocktails, and body shots from Beefcakes' staff.

Hunky Barmen Night

Celebrate gay pride in the Garden Route’s queen city, Knysna, with the Pink Loerie Mardi Gras and Arts Festival. The event spans from September 24 to September 27, 2026, featuring a vibrant parade, after parties, concerts at Loerie Park, street festivities, and various themed events such as the Mr & Miss Gay Mardi Gras, Bears, Beer and Drag event, and cocktail parties. The festival includes cultural showcases, art exhibitions, and community activities, culminating in a colorful celebration of diversity and acceptance in South Africa.

Pink Loerie Mardi Gras 2026

Join the vibrant Pride Street Party in Cape Town celebrating LGBTQ+ pride with music, dance, and community.

Annual celebration of LGBTQ+ pride in Cape Town, featuring parades, events, and community gatherings.

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