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This was posted on the Defence force facebook page, but no other adverts for it.Nothing around Simons Town about it and supposed to be next weekend.

is it taking place?

AFAIK, still going ahead.

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Thanks Dean

rather surprised as there is nothing in Simons Town about it at all. I hope its easier to get in than last time

Website mentioned does not seem to work

Night shoot is back!

Event Highlights and Activities
Visitors can look forward to a diverse range of dynamic displays and interactive experiences, including:
 Fleet Tours: A rare opportunity to board selected SA Navy ships and a Type 209 submarine, with guided tours by naval personnel
 Military Precision Displays: Featuring precision drill teams, Officers’ Sword Drill, and Sea Cadet performances
 Night Shoot Firing: Watch an exhilarating Night Shoot under the stars
 Musical Performances: Live entertainment by the world-renowned SA Navy Band
 Capability Exhibitions: Demonstrations by specialised units, including search and rescue simulations and firefighting displays
 Family Activities: A vibrant festival environment with food stalls, arts & crafts, and dedicated children’s entertainment areas

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Do you have more details on the night shoot?

The Night Shoot will take place on Saturday, 18 April at the Lower North Battery, between 16:30 to 22:30.

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Residents are to take note that between 17 and 19 April 2026 from 10:00 to 16:00, the SA Navy in conjunction with the Cannon Association of South African will conduct three 9-Inch Rifled Muzzle-Loading Gun firing from Middle North Battery and the East Dockyard with intervals.

As part of the Navy Festival celebrations there will also be a Gunnery Exercise and Pyrotechnics Night Firing at Lower North Battery on Saturday, 18 April 2026 from 16:00 to 22:30.

Pet owners are advised to take the necessary precautions.

Enquiries:

Senior Staff Officer Navy Public Relations
Captain Theo Mabina
C: 076 854 0365
E: theomabina@sanavy.co.za

Media Liaison Officer
Lieutenant Sebongile Mokwena

W: 021 787 4735
C: 082 218 7163
E: san.medialiaison@gmail.com

SAS Umhloti - M1212 was moved to the main dock opposite SAS Protea and SAS Drakensburg. Looks like its going to be open to the public. Has not left in the harbour in at least 10 years.

I thought they had decommissioned all the Minehunters with the IPVs coming online.

They still keeping one strikecraft as backup, but the minehunters are still on the books.

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With this weather do you think they will still have the night shoot?

Will only find out later today what the weather is doing.

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The lynx was here this morning, started raining in its show. No big crowds and no traffic in or out of Simons Town

I missed the morning Lynx show and the afternoon show was cancelled due to poor weather enroute from Ysterplaat.

Rain was on and off the whole day, but better than the Friday. Some showers during the night shoot too, started as the first flare was shot! Luckily the heavy downpour was before the start and not too bad during the shoot.

Will post some photos in the next few days.

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