You see the poster. You send it to your friend with a “This looks cool!” And then… nothing. No ticket bought, no commitment made. Maybe you’ll decide on the day. Maybe the weather will suck. Maybe you’re broke. Or maybe, like so many Capetonians, you’re waiting to see if “something better” pops up.
Welcome to Cape Town’s last-minute ticket culture—where hesitation isn’t just a personal habit, it’s becoming a collective obstacle to a thriving live music scene.
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