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Kaapse Klopse (Cape Minstrels' Carnival), 

Cape Town, South Africa

 
02 Jan 2011  

An incredibly colourful spectacle, the annual Kaapse Klopse (Cape Minstrels' Carnival) is a traditional New Year's celebration which originally marked the one day off a year that the slaves were granted by their masters. The modern day event is a flamboyant affair involving costumed dancers, a colourful parade, live music, entertainment, cultural shows and row upon row of food and drinks stalls. The event has become a popular spectacle that sees Cape Town's streets filled with exuberant revellers.

Times
TBC.


Food & Drink  Dance  Entertainment  Spectacle  Culture  Music 


Where?

Cape Town city centre to Green Point

Cape Town city centre to Green Point

Getting There

Foot: Spectators can view the parade from various points in the city.

How Much?

Free to spectate.

For More Information

Kaapse Karnaval

c/o Adrenalin Productions
Cape Town
Western Cape
South Africa

Tel +27 (0)21 762 9672.
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