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Horse racing is as much a part of summer as visits to the beach and poolside cocktails.
There’s no better way to celebrate this sizzling season than at one of South Africa’s most renowned social, fashion and sporting events, the Cape Town Met, brought to you by World Sports Betting.
The biggest race of the summer sees South Africa’s top racehorses compete for a purse of R5 million. While tradition and equestrian pageantry may be central to the historic horse race, the Cape Town Met (formerly the Sun Met) has become synonymous with decadent glamour. Here, fashion, celebrities and high-stakes betting meet in a sophisticated and exhilarating spectacle to celebrate the grace and speed of South Africa’s top racehorses.
Since the first official running of The Metropolitan Mile (later shortened to ‘The Met’) in 1883, the event has been a highlight of the social calendar. Every year on the last Saturday in January, Africa’s richest horse race draws over 50 000 people to the Kenilworth Racecourse.
An important contest, the Cape Town Met puts South Africa’s top racehorses on an even footing and features an honour roll which includes many of South Africa’s top racehorses, such as Ariel, Pocket Power, Wolf Power, Model Man, Empress Club, London News and Horse Chestnut.
If you want to experience the world of celebrity couture, endless champagne and thoroughbred horses in January, put your best foot forward in the fashion department (there’s always a theme to the Cape Town Met, with prizes awarded to the Best Dressed Couple) you should attend the Cape Town Met.
Visit Edusport's Horse Racing page to see what racing packages we will be offering in 2025.
Cape Town is where adventure and sport collide. From world-class sports venues to rugged mountains and amazing beaches, this city offers it all. Whether you’re in town to catch a thrilling rugby match at Cape Town Stadium, hike the famous Table Mountain, or surf the waves at Muizenberg Beach, there’s no shortage of action. The city’s unique mix of urban charm and natural beauty makes it a must-visit for any sports enthusiast. After the excitement of the game or outdoor activity, relax at one of the many vibrant eateries or explore the bustling V&A Waterfront.
Cape Town’s got it all – energy, adventure, and the ultimate play-by-play. Ready to take on the challenge?
If there’s one thing South Africa does well, it’s sport. Whether it’s the thunderous atmosphere of a packed rugby stadium, the electric energy of a cricket match at Newlands, or the world-class golf courses scattered across the country, this is a nation that lives and breathes competition.
South Africa holiday destinations offer more than just game drives and scenic beaches – this is where sport and travel collide in the best possible way. From the roar of vuvuzelas during football clashes to the precision of golfers teeing off on championship courses, every moment here is packed with adrenaline. And when the match is over? There’s no shortage of adventure, from safaris to coastal escapes. If you’re a sports fan, a South Africa holiday needs to be on your radar.
