Cape Town

Nightlife

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 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.

Queer Nightlife in Cape Town