Maynardville Open-Air Festival is ready to welcome audiences back for another magical experience this summer season. It's a tradition that continues to delight theatre-goers new and old.
In fact, 2026 marks 70 years since the first Shakespeare was performed in the wooded Wynberg amphitheatre. The celebration of Shakespeare has expanded into a full festival of music and dance and a gourmet food market has been added to the offering – this year including a luxe VIP experience too.
- The season opens on 13th of January with Shades of Blue, a jazzy celebration of the classics, swiftly followed by a collection of jazz standards for Jazz in the Park on 15th & 16th January, and then Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra's popular concerts are on 17th & 18th January.
SHADES OF BLUE 13 January 2026 | 19:30
A captivating evening of jazz-inspired classical works, featuring vibrant rhythms, lush harmonies, and virtuosic performances.
Performed by: Elna van der Merwe (Piano) · Liesl Stoltz (Flute) · Roxane Steffen (Double Bass) · Dylan Tabisher (Drums & Marimba) · David Cyster (Clarinet) Duration: 70 minutes | No interval
JAZZ IN THE PARK 14 & 15 January 2026 | 19:30
Swing into summer with a collection of beloved jazz standards including My Funny Valentine, Take Five, Autumn Leaves, Fly Me to the Moon and more - performed by a quartet of world-class musicians.
Performed by: Blake Hellaby (Piano) · Buddy Wells (Saxophone) · Wesley Rustin (Double Bass) · Matt Keswell (Drums) Duration: 70 minutes | No interval
CAPE TOWN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA 16 & 17 January 2026 | 20:15
Join the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra as they fill Maynardville Park with the glorious sound of symphonic summer, performing a programme of jazz-inspired orchestral favourites. Duration: 90 minutes | No interval
LOTS to look forward to at Maynardville Park - ENJOY!
WHAT: Maynardville Open-Air Festival - Week 1
WHERE: Maynardville Park, Church St, Wynberg, Cape Town 7700,
WHEN: See dates and times above
BOOKING: Quicket – advance booking is highly recommended.
LEAD PHOTO: Dylan Tabisher will perform on drums and marimba at the opening concert of the Maynardville Open-Air Festival 2026 season in Shades of Blue
INFO: For the full season of shows and to book tickets VISIT | Instagram: Maynardville | Facebook:Maynardville Open Air Theatre Festival | See Maynardville Open-Air Theatre Marks 70 Years in 2026. | See also MapMyWay
