Things to do in Cape Town with kids- Spring edition
Can you feel it? Spring is in the air - said no-one in Cape Town for the past few weeks. I am freeeezing as I type this. All the more reason to include some indoor activities in this Spring edition of Cape Town With Kids.
What's on this Spring & Heritage Day in Cape Town and surrounds
September - October 2024 (October school holiday entertainment incl.)
“The rivers are flowing, plants overgrowing and all the rosebuds are suddenly showing. But don’t tell Jessica Erica Steeze, because all the pollen makes her sneeze! … In summer Jessica really is nice, in winter she likes to skate on the ice, even in fall she loves to rake the leaves but spring just makes her cough and sneeze” - Woo!
I had to laugh as I read this poem, remembering a tissue advertisement (perhaps Twinsavers?) illustrating the same dilemma when I was young. To some, Spring is new life and a promising season while others anticipate high pollen counts and holding on to that extra tissue. Nevertheless, it is a beautiful season with so much promise and a great time to enjoy mild temperatures and the great outdoors.
As South Africans, we also celebrate Heritage Day in Spring. Last year I shared with you that I stepped into my inheritance on Heritage Day! How do you celebrate Heritage Day? Tell me in the comments, either here or on Facebook.
Indoor Activities For Kids Sept-Oct 2024
Fun Spring Activities: Playalot, Kuilsriver, Cape Town
Playalot is a premier indoor adventure park and party venue for parents and kids! This stunning, travel-themed adventure park features age-appropriate play zones as well as the Playalot Café. They are really going big this spring and school holidays. On offer, is a number of exciting kids' activities at a favourite branch in Kuilsriver, Cape Town, located within the Haasendal Gables shopping complex. Let us take a look at what you can expect...
Holi-Yay Club at Playalot Indoor Adventure Park!
Forget the stress of hunting for a safe, secure, and fun holiday child-care solution. Playalot has got you covered! Bring the kids for an entire day (𝙤𝙧 𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙛 𝙖 𝙙𝙖𝙮) filled with obstacles, activities, laughter & learning. Lunch is also included, because we know that you are very busy at dinner time and having a ‘break from packing lunch boxes’ is just what you need. What’s more, is that our solution is extremely affordable for what it is. 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦 & 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗢𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗧 𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗛! Your kids will 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨 for it!
When: Monday 23 to Friday 27 September 2024 | Half Day: 10am to 2pm | Full Day: 9am to 5pm
Where: Playalot - Haasendal Gables, Kuils River
Who: Perfect for primary school kids (boys & girls)
Kraftalot Workshops at Playalot Indoor Adventure Park
Spoil the kids this 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬, with a 𝗞𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗧 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗛𝗢𝗣 (that includes playtime, of course). The ideal way for you to also enjoy your well-deserved break. It includes 30 Minute facilitated arts & crafts workshop and 90 Minute playtime. Facilitated workshops for boys & girls. Ideal for primary school kids. All products supplied. Booking is compulsory via Quicket and limited to only 20 kids per workshop.
Booking deadline is one day before the workshop date.
When: Monday 23 to Thursday 26 September 2024 | 10am - 12pm
Where: Playalot - Haasendal Gables, Kuils River
Who: Perfect for primary school kids (boys & girls)
Doughnut Dunking Workshop at Playalot Indoor Adventure Park
Give the kids an unforgettable treat this 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 with a 𝗞𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗬 𝗞𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘 𝗗𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛𝗡𝗨𝗧 𝗗𝗨𝗡𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 & 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣 at 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗧® - 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔! Packed with creative fun and plenty of playtime, it’s the perfect mix of learning and adventure. It includes 30 Minute facilitated arts & crafts workshop and 90 Minute playtime.
When: Friday 27 September 2024 | 10am - 12pm
Where: Playalot - Haasendal Gables, Kuils River
Who: Perfect for players of all ages
Holiday Day Passes at Playalot Indoor Adventure Park
This #springbreak we are spoiling you with 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦! That is an all-day-holiday #playpass at 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗧®- 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗢𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔 for 𝗢𝗡𝗟𝗬 𝗥𝟯𝟳𝟬 per player or 𝗥𝟳𝟬𝟬 for two players. Burn your #onedayonly #daypass in ‘one go’ or pop in-and-out #alldaylong As a 𝗕𝗢𝗡𝗨𝗦, we are 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝟳𝗣𝗠 𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 and 𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 for more hours of fun!
When: Saturday 21 to Monday 30 September 2024
Where: Playalot - Haasendal Gables, Kuils River
Who: Perfect for players of all ages
MTN Shift Gaming Experience at Canal Walk (Century City)
The MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience is back! Taking place over 4 months at 8 different Hyprop shopping centres; Somerset Mall, Rosebank Mall, The Glen Shopping Centre, Clearwater Mall, Woodlands, Table Bay Mall, Capegate Shopping Centre and Canal Walk Shopping Centre. It incorporates free gameplay on a variety of games for various ages, different gaming experiences, engaging activations, competitions, and one of the largest ever national gaming tournaments in SA played on EA 24™. This tournament includes 8 qualifiers, 1 at each shopping centre, and 1 national final.
When: 11 to 15 September 2024
Where: Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Centre Court
Who: Baby, toddler, preschooler, school kids, tweens, teens, adults
Relax, explore and learn at Two Oceans Aquarium (Cape Town, City Bowl)
Don't just visit the Two Oceans Aquarium during these school holidays, treat your family with an annual membership. With a Two Oceans Aquarium annual membership, you can visit the fish as often as you wish during the year of your membership. Not only that, but there are also various discounts for members, like 25% discount on Penguin Experiences and Behind-the-Scenes Tours. Other benefits include events specially organised for and aimed at Aquarium members and special rates for au pairs, students and pensioners. Memberships are valid from the day that they are activated on-site, so they also make amazing festive gifts for individuals and families.
When: Every day, 09h30 – 18h00 during the week and 09h00 – 18h00 over weekends and holidays
Where: Two Oceans Aquarium
Who: All ages are welcome
Family Entertainment Ideas For Nature Lovers
Make memories in the great outdoors with Acrobranch outdoor play parks (Stellenbosch Cape Winelands, Constantia and Garden Route)
Celebrate Heritage Day with an unforgettable outdoor adventure at Acrobranch! On Tuesday, 24 September 2024, enjoy 25% off all courses as you and your family navigate our thrilling tree-top challenges (Promo Code: Heritage25). Perfect for kids and adults alike, Acrobranch offers an exciting way to embrace the spirit of Heritage Day while spending quality time together. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned adventurer, our courses cater to all fitness levels. Make this Heritage Day one to remember—book your spot now and take advantage of this special offer! You are also welcome to visit the park any other day for a family adventure!
Where: Multiple venues throughout the Western Cape include Constantia Nek in Cape Town, Timberlake Organic Village on the Garden Route, and Stellenbosch adventure park at Klein Joostenberg Farm in the Cape Winelands.
When: September – April, Wednesday – Sunday from 09:00 to 18:00. See each park for operating hours
Who: Ages from 3 and up, with different adventures for different ages
Go on a family adventure! (Overberg, Elgin): Cape Canaopy Tours
Get R100 off per person when you book your adventure with Cape Canopy Tours. For hours of continuous fun and time spent in nature, be sure to visit Cape Canopy Tours in the Overberg. Use WithKids100 to get R100 off per person.
Celebrate Batwheels Season 2 on Cartoonito!
Start your engines, Bat-fans! We’re gearing up for the turbocharged return of Bam and the Batwheels crew, with Season 2 premiering on Batman Day. Get ready to zoom into action with these super-vehicles operating out of the extraordinary Batcave, deep beneath Wayne Manor, as they speed through new adventures, battling baddies and learning life lessons along the way. Batwheels is the ultimate action-adventure show that brings together two of your little one's favourite things – superheroes and awesome vehicles! This season, we’re inviting you and your kiddos to join a vibrant team of super-powered cars, planes, and bikes, all of whom are ready to roll into action. So, buckle up and mark your calendars. Tune in to Cartoonito Africa, where every episode is a turbo-charged adventure your kids won’t want to miss!
When: From Saturday 21 September 2024 (Premiere ), 07:30 (CAT)
Where: Tune in to Cartoonito Africa
Who: 3-6 years old
Remember to read our Things to do With Kids under R100 in CT and Family-friendly beaches in Cape Town for other ideas of what to do!
Visit a Child-Friendly Restaurant, Cape Town + Cape Winelands
As we gradually update our guide, feel free to contact your local child-friendly restaurant for a special time out. Please phone in advance to avoid disappointment as during lockdown things change on a daily basis.
- Cape Town Child Child-friendly restaurants
- Garden Route Family Restaurants
- Somerset-West Child-friendly Restaurants
- Stellenbosch Restaurants
- Paarl Restaurants
Find a child-friendly picnic spot near you
Do you want to enjoy spring outside and in the sunshine, why not visit one of the many child-friendly picnic spots in Cape Town? It is one of my favourite outings as you get a good mix of nature, open space and good food!
Have fun and keep in touch with social media! Facebook: @thingstodowithkids, Twitter @thingstodo_kids and Instagram @thingstodowithkids.
Spending the holiday in another part of our beautiful country like Johannesburg? Check out our guide on 5 Things to do with Kids this Spring in Johannesburg 2024.
