Night markets in Cape Town offer a unique and vibrant way to experience the city’s culture, food, and creativity under the stars.
These bustling hubs come alive after dark, blending culinary delights, handmade crafts, and music, making them a great way to spend an evening.
Night markets on wine farms offer a blend of tasty street food, local crafts, and award-winning wines in picturesque vineyard settings. These markets, such as the Lourensford Twilight Market and Cape Point Vineyards Market, provide a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with stunning views and live entertainment.
If you want a night out this weekend, try these festive night markets.
Blue Bird Garage Food & Goods Market
Where: 39 Albertyn Road, Muizenberg.
When: Thursdays and Fridays, 16:00 – 22:00.
A vibrant selectionof fresh organic produce, handmade crafts, vintage clothing, and diverse food options, is complemented by live music and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Boschendal Friday Night Market
Where: Boschendal Winery| R310 Pniel Road, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek
When: Friday, 18:00 – 21:00
You can expect everything from live music, fresh farm produce, and a variety of food stalls to artisanal stands with handmade local products and a chilled vibe under the stars.
Where: Silvermine Road, Noordhoek.
When: Thursdays, 16:30 – 20:30
Set in a picturesque location, this market offers a variety of street food-style dishes, local crafts, and award-winning wines, with panoramic views of the vineyards, mountains, and ocean.
Lourensford Twilight Market
Where: Lourensford Wine Estate, Lourensford Road, Somerset West.
When: Fridays, 17:00 – 22:00
The twilight market boasts more than 60 permanent stalls offering food, drinks, handmade wares, and live entertainment, set amidst the estate’s lush gardens. Entry to the market is free, however parking costs R10 per vehicle entering the estate.
Chilled Market at The Range
Where: The Range Function and Conference Centre, Tokai.
When: Fridays, 16:30 – 21:00
A family-friendly market featuring a variety of food and goods stalls, live acoustic music, and a relaxed ambiance in a scenic setting.
Bay Harbour Night Market
Where: 31 Harbour Road, Hout Bay
When: Fridays 17:00 – 21:00
The market offers a mix of artisanal food and drinks, including vegetarian and vegan options, craft beers, wines, and cocktails, alongside freshly prepared meals. Stalls feature handmade arts, crafts, clothing, and jewellery.
If you are looking for something chilled to do this weekend, these markets are the perfect way to experience the magic of the Mother City after dark.
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