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The Jive Cape Town Funny Festival
30
May
Date
30 May (Saturday)
Time
Sat, 16:00–19:00
Venue
Baxter Theatre Centre, Main Rd, Rondebosch
Cape Town, South Africa
📝 Useful Information
The 27th Jive Cape Town Funny Festival is scheduled to take place from 28 May to 21 June 2026 at its long-standing home, the Baxter Theatre Centre in Rondebosch, Cape Town.
Known as the "winter comedic tonic" of the Mother City, this annual event is South Africa's oldest and largest comedy variety festival, showcasing a mix of local stand-up legends and international variety acts.
Bookings are open via Webtickets.
Ahead of the main festival, the Jive Funny Championship searches for new comedic talent.
Would you like more information on the specific international acts performing or how to enter the Jive Funny Championship?
Event Details (2026 Season)
Ticket Information
Jive Funny Championship
•Dates: 28 May – 21 June 2026.
•Time: Nightly performances typically start at 20:00, with weekend matinees at 16:00.
•Venue: Pam Golding Theatre at The Baxter.
•Pam Golding Theatre at The Baxter
•Lineup Highlights:
•Alan Committie returns as the Master of Ceremonies.
•Featured performers include Emo Adams and international artist Mike Woodhams from the UK.
•The 2026 edition will also integrate the "Music of Cape Town" into the lineup with a live band.
•Age Restriction: PG16.
•Standard Tickets: R190 – R250.
•Group Discounts:
•10–29 tickets: R225 each.
•30–49 tickets: R215 each.
•50–149 tickets: R200 each.
•Early Week Specials: Extra discounts are available for Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the first three weeks for larger blocks.
•Auditions: 18 April 2026 at Canal Walk Auditorium.
•Finals: 20 May 2026.
•Prize: The winner earns a dedicated spot on the main festival stage.
Updated at 22 Mar 2026
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