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Festive Lights Switch-On road closures take effect from today

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In just five days’ time, the Mother City will light up to usher in the start of the festive season. The City of Cape Town’s annual free Festive Lights Switch-On will be held on Sunday 1 December.

 

An estimated 80 000 residents are expected to flock to the Grand Parade, to attend the much anticipated event that will be observed under the theme ‘People of Hope’. The star-studded artist line-up includes Carletheia, Dr Victor & the Rasta Rebels, 3 Tons of Fun, Wynand and Chereé Strydom, MÖRDA, Mafikizolo and more.

 

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The concert is set to start at 16h00 and will conclude at 22h00.

 

However, you do not want to miss the festivities by being caught in traffic, or by taking the wrong route. These are the road closures to ensure you are prepared:

 

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More information regarding the road closures is available here: https://bit.ly/3V9pVYl

 

READ MORE: Preparations for this year’s City festive season lights switch-on

Lizell Persens
Lizell Persens
Lizell is a Cape Town-based news anchor, reporter and transcriptionist. She has been a journalist for the past 10 years, and started her career as a TV producer. The avid reader enjoys writing poems, fast cars, music, travelling, and exploring new food.

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