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- With the winter school holidays starting on Friday, 26 June 2026, Cape Town’s libraries and recreation centres are offering activities for children and teenagers.
- The City of Cape Town is launching a winter holiday programme designed to provide safe spaces for children and teenagers.
- Councillor Francine Higham encouraged families to take advantage of the opportunities to find a new hobby or learn a new skill.
With the winter school holidays starting on Friday, 26 June 2026, Cape Town's libraries and recreation centres are offering a range of activities for children and teenagers across the city. This aims to keep young residents engaged during the break.
The City of Cape Town is launching a winter holiday programme designed to provide safe spaces for children and teenagers. Libraries and recreation facilities will host various activities from Friday, 26 June 2026. These include reading challenges, coding sessions, and cookie-making events.
Councillor Francine Higham, the City's Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, encouraged families to take advantage of the opportunities. 'This winter holiday can be an opportunity to find a new hobby, have fun or learn a new skill,' she said.
The Recreation and Parks Department will also run programmes featuring sport, indoor games, and community activities at locations including community centres, sports grounds, play parks, green spaces, and other local venues. These facilities are located in neighbourhoods across Cape Town.
Parents and caregivers can view the full holiday programme schedule on the City of Cape Town's website or contact their nearest library or recreation facility for details.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of activities will be offered during the Cape Town library winter holiday programme?
The programme includes reading challenges, coding sessions, and cookie-making events; alongside sport, indoor games, and community activities at various locations across Cape Town including recreation centres and sports grounds.
Where can I find the full schedule of activities for the winter holiday programme?
Parents and caregivers can view the full holiday programme schedule on the City of Cape Town’s website; or they can contact their nearest library or recreation facility for details to learn more about what is available.
Which areas of Cape Town will be hosting these winter holiday programmes?
The Recreation and Parks Department will run programmes at locations including community centres, sports grounds, play parks, green spaces, and other local venues across neighbourhoods in Cape Town; ensuring accessibility for residents throughout the city.
Who is organising this winter holiday programme?
The City of Cape Town is launching the winter holiday programme; with support from Councillor Francine Higham, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health.
Source: capetownetc.com
