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City Gets Ready to Shine, Sing and Dance

The countdown is on to Cape Town’s biggest free, family-friendly celebration! The City of Cape Town’s Festive Lights Switch-On will ignite the Grand Parade and Adderley Street on Sunday, 30 November, with a night of dazzling music, dance and unity under this year’s uplifting theme, ‘United in Hope’.

Headlining the 2025 celebration is none other than DJ Zinhle, one of South Africa’s most influential DJs and producers, bringing her signature house and Amapiano beats to the heart of the city.

‘I look forward to one of our biggest and most fun celebrations of the whole year as we switch on our festive lights and declare our city open for the best festive season ever. We have a lineup of musicians that has something for everyone, together with dancers, minstrels, dance competitions and much more. This event really is where Capetonians come together from right across the city and turn the Grand Parade and Adderley Street into one big celebration of lights, music, friendship and everything that makes Cape Town the best city in the world – perfectly captured in this year’s theme, “United in Hope”.’ said Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis.

The line-up also features an incredible mix of home-grown talent, including GoodLuck, Kurt Darren, Tarryn Lamb, Karabo Mogane, Early B & Justin Vega, The Heavenly Quartez, and crowd-favourite DJ Masoodah, ensuring something for everyone.

Hosts, Joe Barber and Carl Wastie will keep the energy flowing, along with a special appearance by Bubblegum and Boera Jules.

Also on the billing are the SVNS dancers, the spirited D6 Hanover Minstrel Group, and winners of the Dance Challenge and TikTok Family Dance competitions, who will light up the stage with high-energy moves and performances.

Another highlight to look forward to is the Mayor’s official festive jersey stage appearance – fast becoming a beloved Cape Town tradition! Each year, the Mayor’s jersey captures the festive season feeling, and this year’s brand-new community designed garment promises to be the most festive yet.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to join in the spirit by dressing up in their brightest festive outfits to celebrate the start of summer, sunshine and togetherness. From sequins to Santa hats, island shirts to glitter and glow, Cape Town is ready to shine.

The City invites everyone to come early, bring their festive spirit, and join thousands of Capetonians as Adderley Street lights up – united in joy, and united in hope.

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