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Updated April 5, 2025

The Pink Candy is a hugely popular party destination in Cape Town!

Cape Town,
South Africa

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Grab your drinks early because queues are always long at this local hotspot. Resident DJs spin a mix of house, dance and the latest international hits. Crowds are usually mixed, regulars range from mid 20s to 30s+. If you're looking to party with like-minded people in Cape Town, add The Pink Candy to your list of places to visit.

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120 Strand St, De Waterkant
Cape Town, 8001
South Africa

rusteberg71@gmail.com

Local number
82 332 9051
Dialing from abroad
+27 82 332 9051


Crowd

  • 18+
  • Bisexual
  • Gay
  • Hetero-friendly
  • Lesbian
  • Queer

Music

  • Dance
  • House
  • Pop
  • Techno
  • Top 40

Dates & Hours

Sunday
July 26
closed
Today
Monday
July 27
closed
 
Tuesday
July 28
closed
 
Wednesday
July 29
closed
 
Thursday
July 30
closed
 
Friday
July 31
9 pm - 4 am
 
Saturday
August 01
9 pm - 4 am
 

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