Following a two-year break, the Cape Town Summer Market is back at the Company’s Garden and will be bigger and better than ever. The market kicks off on Friday, 16 December, and will run until Tuesday, 20 December.
‘The Summer Market has been around for over two decades and has become something of an institution in Cape Town. The City is proud to host and support this event which not only gives people an experience of uniquely Capetonian foods, products and fun in a safe environment, but also supports the local economy,’ said Alderman James Vos, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth.
This year, the City further boosted support for traders at the market by funding training for them, which was administered by the Craft and Design Institute.
‘The programme saw the traders receive skills development in several fields, such as business strategy, financial management, product refinement, display and packaging, and sales and marketing. What they learned will benefit them not only during this market but for future events,’ said Alderman Vos.
Patrons are spoilt for choice this year with over 150 stalls selling a range of crafts, foods, toys, novelties, and clothing. It will also feature a host of fun activities, including dancers and the ever-popular singing competition, the Summer Star.
Other highlights to look forward to include:
- The Chill Zone where everyone can relax under the trees
- A big screen that will broadcast the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final on 18 December
- A kids play area
- A car show for the petrol-heads
Market attendees can also enjoy live performances from some of Cape Town’s top musicians, including former SA Music Awards nominee, Jarrad Ricketts; guitar maestro, Loki Rothman; and drag queen superstar, Manila Von Teez.
‘This year we’re going all out with the Cape Town Summer Market because, when people buy from local businesses and traders, more rands end up circulating within communities, which in turn boosts our economy,’ said Alderman Vos.
