Friday markets in and around Cape Town

Celebrate your love for Friday with one of these markets happening in and around Cape Town on a Friday

Yay! You made it through another week in Cape Town! Start your weekend off at one of these markets.

Friday markets in Cape Town:

Spier’s Craft Market
Visit this market for contemporary and traditional artworks by local crafters. Open daily between 10:00 and 18:00 during summer and between 10:30 and 17:30 during winter, expect a selection of quality textiles, woodwork, ceramics, African bead work, crafted pottery and handmade Nguni-style tapestries woven by women from the Keiskamma Embroidery project (Eastern Cape).

R310 | Stellenbosch | +27 (0)21 809 1100

The Barrow Court
For unique, exciting and novel wares in intriguing colours, this market is not to be missed. Visit between 09:00 and 21:00 Monday to Sunday and you'll meet inspiring entrepreneurs with big dreams and bright ideas.

Victoria Wharf | V&A Waterfront | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 408 7840

Millstone Eco-friendly Farm Stall and Cafe
Head to one of Cape Town's best kept secrets for homely food in a relaxed setting with tables and chairs made from reclaimed timber. Visit between 09:00 and 17:00 from Tuesday to Sunday to enjoy lazy breakfasts or lunches, vegetables delivered via horse and cart and homemade preserves and jams.

Oude Molen Eco Village | Alexandra Street | Pinelands | +27 (0)21 447 8226

Pan African Market
Those in search of African arts, crafts and designer goods will find Cape Town's widest range at the Pan African Market. Open between 08:30 and 17:30 Monday to Saturday, the indoor market is a maze of shelves packed with local masks, jewellery, gifts, curios, musical instruments and household goods.

76 Long Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 426 4478

Church St Antiques Market
Amongst Church Streets delightful eateries you'll find a charming and cheerful market selling vintage clothes, antique and costume jewellery, accessories, handmade curios, silverware and even a tarot card reader. The market is open between 09:00 and 16:00 Monday to Saturday (the market packs up early on Saturdays, so arrive early).

Corner of Long and Wale Streets | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 438 8566

Adderley Street Flower Market
If you're looking for an exquisite bloom or a bespoke bouquet for a special occasion or to brighten up your home, head to a speciality market that houses the largest gathering of aesthetically pleasing blossoms under one roof. Visit the market between 07:00 and 20:00 Monday to Saturday and you'll also encounter an entertaining bunch of flower sellers.

Between Strand Street and Darling Street | Cape Town

Greenmarket Square
In the heart of Cape Town, Greenmarket Square plays host to a vibrant market full of interesting characters. Expect hand painted fabrics, wood carvings, glassware, clothing, jewellery, footwear, music, sunglasses, paintings and curios. The all African market is open between 09:00 and 16:00 Monday to Friday and between 09:00 and 15:00 on Saturday. Read more about Greenmarket Square

Corner of Longmarket and Shortmarket Streets | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 426 1052

The Red Shed Art and Craft Market
Visit South Africa's largest indoor craft market for handmade merchandise and art. Open between 09:00 and 21:00 Monday to Friday and between 10:00 and 21:00 on Sundays and public holidays, the market offers a unique atmosphere that brings the shopper closer to the creator.

Victoria Wharf | V&A Waterfront | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 408 7840

The Waterfront Craft Market
For a diverse assortment of innovative designs, traditional handcrafts, antiquities and holistic lifestyle accessories look no further than this charming market, open between 09:00 and 21:00 Monday to Friday and between 10:00 and 21:00 on Sundays and public holidays.

Adjacent to the Two Oceans Aquarium | V&A Waterfront | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 408 7840

The Fabulous Friday French Market
“Everything you see here is authentic, whether it's imported directly or made using French ingredients,” says proprietor, Suzanne Himley. Every Friday, between 10:00 and 14:00, you'll find picnic and dinner party fare including French cheeses, wild boar pâté, goose liver fois gras, saucisson, oils and mustards. We share our discovery of French culture and a country's passion for food at the Friday French Market.

Alliance Français | 155 Loop Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)83 300 6725

Mielie Food Garden and Organic Market
Visit this market to cherry pick tasty, healthy, fresh and organic vegetables. Open between 09:00 and 13:00 every Friday (except on public holidays) the market uses proceeds to help establish the Khayelitsha community garden and support township-based organic farmers.

Montebello Design Centre | 31 Newlands Avenue | Newlands | +27 (0)21 685 5574

Constantia Craft Market
Set in environmental parkland in the heart of Constantia; this elite market offers goods which echo the beauty of the African continent. Visit during the first and last weekend of every month for 100 small shops selling individual work. The market has credit card, refreshment, wheelchair and restroom facilities, with parking next door.

Alphen Common | Constantia Road | Constantia (opposite Constantia Village Shopping Centre)

You have the whole weekend and next week to look forward to with these markets... Monday markets, Tuesday markets, Wednesday markets, Thursday markets, Saturday markets in Cape Town's city centre, Saturday markets in Cape Town's suburbs and Saturday markets in Cape Town's winelands and surrounds as well as Sunday markets that happen throughout Cape Town and surrounds throughout the year.


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