There will be a free MyCiTi bus shuttle from the Cape Town Civic Centre, Thibault Square and the Cape Town International Convention Centre for ticket holders of the United Rugby Championship match between the DHL Stormers and the Vodacom Bulls taking place at the DHL Stadium on Saturday, says the City.
The DHL Stormers will run out in front of over 45 000 spectators for the biggest rivalry in South African rugby.
It will be the home team’s last game in Cape Town for the next two months. After the Bulls game, the Stormers will play a series of away games before their return to DHL Stadium against Irish side, Connacht on Saturday April 19.
Gates at DHL Stadium will open at 11am with the match scheduled for a 2pm kick-off.
Mayoral committee member for safety and security JP Smith advised spectators to arrive early to avoid a last-minute rush.
“Due to limited parking in Green Point, we recommend parking in the CBD and either using the shuttle or walking via the Fan Walk to the stadium,” he said.
“Our safety and security teams will be deployed in and around the stadium to support a seamless, safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We call on the faithful to come in their numbers and show support to the Stormers for this important South African derby.”
The shuttle service will start operating from 10.30am from the Civic Centre, Thibault Square and the CTICC. The last bus will leave the stadium and the Green Point Precinct at 6pm.
At the CTICC, the shuttle will operate from the City Sightseeing bus stop near Entrance 3 on Walter Sisulu Avenue.
Approximately 1 000 parking bays are available at the CTICC at a cost. The parking is open from 10am and online booking is available to secure a spot.
For those taking the bus, the City of Cape Town will open up its parking areas for ticket holders from 10am.
The parking bays, accessible from Hertzog Boulevard incoming and on Civic Road, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Paid parking is also available at the CTICC, Parkalot on Jack Craig Street and at the Harbour Arch on Harbour Arch Boulevard.
For more information on this and other events hosted in Cape Town, visit www.eventsincapetown.com
