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Cape Town Photo Festival 2025

This September, Cape Town becomes a city-wide gallery as the Cape Town Photo Festival is underway with a vibrant, thought-provoking programme that celebrates 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.

Centered 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. Expect the unexpected: AI debates with leading visual thinkers, intimate artist meet-and-greets, immersive printmaking demonstrations, live music that crosses genres, and bold new perspectives from across the globe.

With events for everyone, the Cape Town Photo Festival is as accessible as it is inspiring. Drop in for a gallery opening on a First Thursday, dive deep into a specialist workshop, or spend the day moving between exhibitions and talks — the choice is yours.

2025 Highlights include:Peter Glendinning’s Attached to the Soil – Opening at Simon’s Town Museum.AI and Contemporary Photography – A conversation with Suok-Won Yoon & Boris Eldagsen.Roger Ballen’s Johannesburg – Festival catalogue launch and exhibition.Master Printing Workshops – With Neil Williamson at Print Art Studio.Music & Photography Crossovers – Talks and performances exploring marabi music, Matsuli Records, and the role of jazz in South African culture.Immortal Impressions – Sean Wilson’s wet-plate collodion works on broken screens.Panel Discussions – On music photography archives, journalism, and the photographic legacy of JM Coetzee.Festival Closing Party – Bringing together artists, collaborators, and friends of the festival.

Whether you’re a professional photographer, a passionate hobbyist, or simply curious about the power of images, the Cape Town Photo Festival invites you to be part of the conversation — and the celebration.

Dates: 3 – 27 September 2025Main Hub: 6 Spin Street Gallery, Cape Town (plus multiple partner venues)Tickets: See individual event listings/tickets on Quicket.

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