There is absolutely no need to hibernate this winter. As the chilly weather rolls into the Mother City, Cape Town’s culinary and cultural scene is heating up inside the 30,000 sq ft home of Time Out Market Cape Town at the V&A Waterfront.
Unveiling a stellar line-up primed for the colder season, the market is bringing together the city’s best chefs, boldest performers, and biggest sporting moments.
“Our chefs and vendors have been hard at work creating locally loved dishes that bring the warmth of the city into an inviting space,” says Russ Meyer, General Manager of Time Out Market Cape Town.
If you are looking for the ultimate winter escape, here is what you cannot afford to miss.
Kick Off World Cup Fever
When: 11 June – 12 July 2026 | Cost: Free entry
Football season officially arrives tomorrow! Catch every single Soccer World Cup 2026 moment live on the big screens. Expect an electric atmosphere, world-class food from Cape Town’s top kitchens, and ice-cold drinks. Even better: fans who download and sign up on the Time Out Market app will score a complimentary Stella Artois during selected matches. Walk-ins are welcome, but get there early to secure the best seats.
Celebrate Local Culture on Youth Day
When: 16 June 2026, 13h00 – 17h00 | Cost: Free entry
Celebrate Youth Day with RARE – A Youth Day Market in a Market upstairs at The Studio. This curated experience spotlights local culture, featuring high-end fashion, coastline-inspired art, ambient vinyl sets, and cool crafts from local creators like WAG and Giselle Ingabire Creative. It is a family-friendly affair boasting a Kids’ Creative Corner, live painting, and games.
Indulge in the Winter Wine Series
When: 27 June, 25 July, 29 August, 26 September 2026 | Time: 13h00 – 17h00
The Winter Wine Series – The Wine Trinity returns to pair exceptional South African wines with world-class culinary creations. Guests can enjoy a curated journey of premium wine tastings, signature vendor dishes, live music, and a warm, social indoor experience designed to highlight the very best of the local wine scene.
Step Into the Tuna Fight Club
When: 30 July 2026, 19h00 – 22h00 | Cost: R900 per ticket
The ultimate culinary showdown lands in late July. Tuna Fight Club is an exclusive, one-night-only event where Cape Town’s award-winning chefs face off with their boldest tuna creations—think Japanese Sushi Tuna versus African Street Tuna. Tickets are limited to just 150 guests, offering unlimited access to a giant blue marlin tuna carving experience, signature dishes, wine, and beer. Rule number one? Leave nothing behind.
The Details:
Where: Old Power Station Building, V&A Waterfront (Closest parking: Portswood)
Hours: Sun-Wed: 11am–10pm | Thu-Sat: 11am–11pm (Breakfast from 8am daily)
Tickets: Book via the Time Out Market app or Howler.
