ALERT: Use code: FOODBLOG10 to get 10% off General Admission tickets for Cape Town Cocktail Week on Quicket and enjoy signature cocktails for only R50 at top bars.
Shake up your summer plans, because Cape Town Cocktail Week (CTCW) is pouring back into the city from 10 to 16 December 2025 — and it’s bringing the ultimate cocktail safari with it.
For one glorious week, the Mother City’s top cocktail bars will team up to showcase Cape Town’s booming cocktail culture — and you’ll want a front-row seat (or barstool) for it.
Expect signature sips, one-of-a-kind experiences, and R50 cocktails at nearly 40 venues across the City Bowl, all accessible with a single magic item: your CTCW wristband.
- But wait — there’s more. In true festive spirit, CTCW is giving away 10 pairs of tickets to this unmissable event, and entering is easier than stirring a G&T.
🎉 Win Tickets to CTCW – Here’s How
Get ready to rally your plus one and hit Instagram. CTCW is running a giveaway that could score you and a friend entry to the city’s most spirited event. Here’s how to enter:
Simply follow the easy instructions on Facebook or Instagram.
🕔 Entries close at 5pm on Sunday 16 November 2025
🎉 Winners will be announced on Monday 17 November 2025 on CTCW’s IG
📩 Tickets will be sent via email, so have those inboxes ready!
Note: You must be 18 or older to enter. Employees of CTCW sponsor brands need to sit this one out.
So What Is Cape Town Cocktail Week?
Think of it as a choose-your-own-adventure through Cape Town’s cocktail scene. With your CTCW wristband, you gain access to a curated menu of R50 signature cocktails at every participating venue. From rooftop bars to hidden gems, it’s your chance to taste the city, one glass at a time.
Each venue will serve up their own twist on a CTCW-exclusive drink, and the week will also feature:
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Guest bartender shifts
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Interactive masterclasses
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Immersive brand activations
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Flagship CTCW experiences (for the cocktail-curious and seasoned sippers alike)
But it’s not just about sipping fancy drinks. CTCW is about exploring Cape Town itself. As founder Leah van Deventer puts it, “CTCW is a cocktail safari, where everyone chooses their own adventure.”
Wristband in hand, you can sip a Negroni at your favorite bar, then wander through the Company’s Gardens, hit up the Sea Point Promenade, ride the cable car, or even detour to a museum. It’s all part of the journey.
For Everyone — Yes, Even You, Sober Curious Friends
CTCW has gone out of its way to make the festival inclusive and flexible. Many venues offer dedicated mocktails, and you can request non-alcoholic versions of signature drinks. So whether you’re all about the booze, or just here for the vibes, there’s something in your glass.
🎟️ Tickets:
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R280 for Early Bird
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R380 for General Admission
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R3,300 for a 10-person group pass
Available via Quicket
🎫 What You Get:
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A CTCW wristband
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Access to R50 signature cocktails at all participating bars
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A map and festival guide to help plan your route
The event isn’t hosted in one central venue — the bars themselves ARE the festival. That means more freedom, more exploration, and more opportunity to discover your new favorite hangout.
Cape Town Cocktail Week is more than just a week of great drinks — it’s a celebration of the city, its bartenders, and its bold, creative cocktail culture. Whether you’re a local or a holidaymaker, this is your chance to raise a glass to Cape Town — and maybe even snag a free ticket while you’re at it.
So hit up Instagram, tag your cocktail buddy, and get ready to sip, stroll, and celebrate in true CTCW style. 🍸 Cheers to cocktail season!
