Friday Markets Cape Town

Whether you’re marking the end of the work week or simply looking for somewhere to be on a Friday evening, Cape Town’s Friday markets offer something distinct from the weekend browse – food, live music, good company, and an atmosphere that’s more about gathering than shopping. This guide covers the best Friday markets across the city and the wider Western Cape, from neighbourhood evening events to well-established weekly destinations.

The best Friday markets in Cape Town and the Western Cape

From city neighbourhoods to coastal towns, the listings below cover all currently active Friday markets across Cape Town and the Western Cape. Filter by area or market type to find the right fit.

Bay Harbour Market

Iconic Hout Bay market set in a restored harbour factory, home to 100+ traders and open five days a week.

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Atlantic Seaboard

Blue Bird Garage Food & Goods Market

Popular Muizenberg night market with hearty food, craft beer, local wines and clothing stalls, trading Thursdays and Fridays.

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Deep South

Boschendal Night Market

Weekly summer Friday night market at Boschendal Estate with live music, food stalls, wine bars and bookable entry; closed in winter.

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Franschhoek

Century City Night Market (Winter)

Winter Friday night market at Intaka Island, Century City, with comfort food, warm drinks, artisan stalls and live acoustic music.

26 June 2026 -

Northern Suburbs

Chilled Market at the Range (Tokai)

Weekly Friday food and family market in Tokai with mountain views, live music, fresh meals and a relaxed community atmosphere.

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Southern Suburbs

Elgin Railway Market

Indoor weekend market in Elgin Valley offering fine wine, gourmet fare, artisan goods and art-deco style.

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Overberg

Lourensford Market

Popular Lourensford Wine Estate market with artisan stalls, food, live music, family activities and summer Friday night trading.

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Somerset West
Rise and glow popup market in Hermanus

Rise and Glow Popup Market (Hermanus)

Fashion, food, lifestyle, homeware, gifts, and so much more in the heart of Hermanus.

3 July 2026 - 4 July 2026

Hermanus

Stellenbosch Wine Festival

A celebration of the finest wines and flavours of the Stellenbosch winelands, bringing together leading producers and wine lovers.

31 July 2026 - 1 August 2026

Stellenbosch

The Mojo Market

Mojo Market is a bustling indoor market in the heart of Sea Point, bringing together an eclectic mix of food vendors, bars, live entertainment and local experiences.

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Atlantic Seaboard