What’s On – Cape Town Markets

Your guide to what’s happening at Cape Town’s markets right now – from upcoming festivals and special events to the regular markets you can build your weekend around. For a fuller picture of the market scene, the Cape Town Market Guide covers the broader landscape, and the full markets directory lists every market currently on the site.

What’s On & Coming Up

Festivals, special events, and seasonal markets across Cape Town and the Western Cape – updated regularly so you’re always looking at what’s current.

Markets You Can Count On

These markets run regularly – weekly, fortnightly, or monthly – so you can plan around them. Listings are selected editorially and by featured placement; as always, we recommend checking directly with organisers for any last-minute changes.

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Franschhoek Village Market

Weekly Saturday Franschhoek market under oak trees, offering fresh produce, crafts, antiques and extra Sunday dates in summer.
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Greyton Village Market (Greyton)

Weekly Saturday Greyton Village Market offering homemade, homegrown and handcrafted goods in a lively Overberg setting.
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Hout Bay Village Market

Curated Sunday community market in Hout Bay with quality artisans, food, shaded seating, mountain views and pet-friendly atmosphere.
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Hermanus Country Market

Saturday Hermanus market with organic produce, artisan foods, crafts, live music and a warm community atmosphere.
Blue Bird Market Muizenberg

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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Elgin Railway Market

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

Please note: this market calendar is a guide to upcoming markets, festivals and fairs and is subject to change, sometimes at the last minute. We advise that you check with each market organiser directly if in any doubt as to whether the market will be held as scheduled. Visit the Market Guide for a more comprehensive list of events.