CAPE Town’s biggest celebration of coloured culture heritage is back this Saturday as the Aweh Cultural Showcase returns to the V&A Waterfront with an all-new lineup.
This year, a powerful new partnership between Bruinchild Media and Uthando (Love) South Africa shines a spotlight on Lovenaires Tjommies Sporting Club youth from Hanover Park using sport, music, and mentorship to rise above poverty and violence.
At this free event, The Tjommies Minstrel Group and Cape Malay Choir are set to deliver show-stopping performances that embody resilience, unity, and pride.
Bruinchild founder Alex Cupido said this platform is all about celebrating culture, heritage and talent.
He said: “I created this event last year to show the world that coloured people aren't just drug addicts and gangsters but we are people with talent, a culture and heritage.
"I started Bruinchild media as a non-profit company in 2020 to help aspiring music artists. We create music workshops, music events and do a lot of community work as I come from a very colourful background.
"The Aweh Cultural Showcase is more than a free public event, it’s an invitation to stand together in pride. It’s where history and modern creativity meet."
Last year, over 3000 people came and went throughout the day. This year is promised to be even bigger, louder, and prouder. Don’t miss it.
Bring the whole family to the Waterfront for a great show between 12pm to 3pm.
PIC OF THE BUNCH
DON'T miss out on the Cape Town Photo Festival, which tells vibrant, thought-provoking stories through photography in all its forms.
From groundbreaking exhibitions and artist talks to hands-on workshops, music performances, and panel discussions, the festival brings together acclaimed international names, celebrated South African voices, and rising talent to explore the art, craft, and future of photography.
Centred at 6 Spin Street Gallery, but spanning venues from Simon’s Town to Bellville, Observatory to Kalk Bay, the festival is a meeting point for photographers, creatives, and curious newcomers alike.
The Cape Town Photo Festival runs until 27 September and tickets are available for free on Quicket.
GIG GUIDES
-The Address is hosting Return of the Lions Vol 2 this Friday with music by DJ Chello, Bigric, DJ Jermaine, DJ Skara and more. Entry is R100 at the door.
-Catch Twinzspin, Lian Hans, Enrico Celento and more this Friday at Destiny CPT for the Project A Spring Edition from 9pm to 4am. Tickets are R100 on Quicket.
-The Address presents Catch Me Outside featuring Deecee, DJ Skara, Oxy Naran and DJ Secret this Saturday. Doors open at 9pm and ladies enter free before 10pm. Entry is R100.