Your Guide to the Best Christmas Markets in Cape Town This Festive Season
- Jaclyn Goliath
- 4 hours ago
- 5 min read
There's something about Christmas markets that makes the festive season feel real. The music, the food, the handmade gifts, and the twinkly lights all bring a sense of joy the moment you arrive. Cape Town does Christmas beautifully and every year the markets seem to grow, offering even more for families, food lovers, gift shoppers, and anyone who enjoys a festive outing.
Whether you love supporting small businesses or you simply want something fun to do with the kids, here is your guide to the Christmas markets happening across Cape Town and the Winelands this year.
Cape Gift Market, Sea Point
14 to 30 November 2025 Mondays – Fridays: 9am-7pm
Saturdays + Sundays: 9am-5pm
Venue: Sea Point Civic Centre
This much loved market is a favourite for early festive shoppers. The hall is packed with handmade toys, decor, bakes, jewellery, and thoughtful stocking fillers. It has a friendly, lively atmosphere and is perfect if you want to get your gifting done before the crowds arrive.
Tygervalley Festive Market, Bellville
15 November to 28 December 2025 (excluding Christmas Day) Open during mall trading hours.
Venue: Tygervalley Centre
The Tygervalley Festive Market runs for more than a month and offers a huge selection of local products. It is indoors, which makes it ideal for hot or windy days. Expect crafts, clothing, decor, jewellery, festive treats, and plenty of family friendly browsing.
17 November to 6 December 2025 (closed Sundays) Mon to Fri 10:00-19:00
Sat 09:00-16:00
Venue: NG Church Bellville-Uitsig
A warm and welcoming community market known for its handmade gifts and home baked treats. Many of the vendors return every year, giving it a lovely sense of tradition and familiarity. A great spot for meaningful presents.
CapeGate Festive Market, Brackenfell
21 November to 24 December 2025 Open during mall trading hours.
Venue: CapeGate Shopping Centre Outdoors
This outdoor market has a relaxed feel and offers a wide range of crafts, gifts, decor, and festive snacks. It is a popular outing for families and a nice way to enjoy the build up to Christmas.
Gordonsbaai Kersmark, Helderberg
21 November to 6 December 2025 (closed on Sundays)
Monday-Friday: 10am-7pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm
Venue: Gordon’s Bay NG Church
A favourite for visitors from across the Helderberg. The stalls are packed with festive bakes, handmade toys, decor, and beautifully crafted pieces. It has a warm, community feel and is perfect for finding unique gifts.
Sweet Valley Christmas Market, Bergvliet Sat 22 November 2025 10:00 - 14:00 Venue: Sweet Valley Primary School Families and friends are invited to come and browse a variety of local vendors, including a special Kids Corner where children can sell their own goods. The market will also feature a Thrift Market section, offering unique pre-loved treasures for shoppers to discover.
Paarl Feesmark, Paarl
24 November to 6 December 2025 (closed Sundays)
Monday-Friday: 9.30am-7.30pm
Saturdays: 9am-3pm
Venue: Paarl Town Hall
A well known Winelands market with a wide mix of artisan food, decor, clothing, gifts, children’s items, and festive treats. The hall is always busy and has a lovely, friendly atmosphere that keeps people returning every year.
Gift Market Strand
26 November to 23 December 2025 (closed Sundays) Monday – Friday: 9am-7pm
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Venue: Lourensrivier Church Hall
This popular coastal market has a relaxed holiday feel. Visitors can enjoy beach inspired crafts, stocking fillers, bakes, toys, and decor. A great stop once the school holidays begin.
Kirstenhof Community Christmas Market
Friday 28 November, 14:00 to 21:00
Saturday 29 November, 9:00 to 15:00
Venue: CHS Life Centre, Raapkraal Road
A wonderful community event with live music, local food, handmade goods, and lots of festive energy. Children can enjoy the entertainment and activities, while adults browse the stalls. It has that neighbourhood charm that makes it feel personal and family friendly.
Savvy Sisters Christmas Market, Diep River
Saturday 29 November 2025 09:00 to 15:00
Venue: Little Orchard Nursery
A small and charming suburban market with handmade crafts, decor, and lovely gifting options. It has a calm, cosy atmosphere and is perfect for a festive morning out with the kids.
Edgemead Christmas Market
29 November to 24 December 2025
Venue: Edgemead Community Hall
One of the biggest and most popular Christmas markets in Cape Town. With hundreds of stalls, you can find everything from toys and bakes to decor and handmade gifts. People travel from all over for this one and you can easily spend a full morning browsing.
Constantia Community Christmas Night Market
Sat 6 December, 16:00 to 22:00
Venue: Constantia Community Hall, Buitenverwachting Farm
A beautiful neighbourhood event with festive stalls, food, arts and crafts, a Santa booth, and a treasure hunt for the kids. The tree lighting ceremony is a highlight and adds a magical touch. A lovely option for an early December family outing.
9-14 December 2025
Venue: Somerset Mall
This curated market focuses on high quality, beautifully made items. Think ceramics, textiles, jewellery, art, decor, and delicious festive snacks. Everything is selected with care, making it a lovely shopping experience.
8 to 22 December 2025 Mon-Fri: 09:00 to 19h00
Sat & Sun: 09:00 to 16h00
Venue: The Cape Academy, Firgrove Way
A family friendly market with delicious food, artisanal products, live music, and a relaxed Constantia setting. A lovely option for an evening outing or slow weekend wander.
8 to 23 December 2025 Mon-Fri: 09:00 to 18h30
Sat & Sun: 09:00 to 16h00
Venue: Sans Souci Girls’ High School
A beautiful market filled with crafts, children’s gifts, jewellery, decor, homeware, and stocking fillers. Perfect for meaningful gifts and a calm, enjoyable shopping experience.
6 to 23 December 2025
Mon-Fri: 09:00 to 19h00
Sat & Sun: 09:00 to 17h00
Venue: Pinelands High School
Another strong local favourite known for its quality crafts, bakes, decor, and handmade goods. A reliable choice for teacher gifts, stocking fillers, and unique home items.
Alphen Market, Constantia 13 & 14 Dec from 9am 20 & 21 Dec from 9am Venue: Alphen Common, Constantia
This popular Southern Suburbs market will be running their Christmas Markets for the 2 weekends leading up to Christmas ...With some special visitors on call. Fun for the whole family.
13 and 14 December 2025 9:00 to 15:00
Venue: Franschhoek Village Centre
Held under the historic oaks, this picturesque market offers artisanal food, boutique style gifts, crafts, and lovely festive treats. The setting alone makes it worth the trip and the stalls are beautifully curated.
14 to 18 December 2025 Times: 9 am- 5 pm (Sat- Thu)
Venue: Sunvalley Primary School
A lively market filled with crafters, creatives, and small local businesses. It is a great place to find cheerful kids’ items, home decor, personalised gifts, and festive treats.
16 to 21 December 2025 16 to 18 December from 16:00 to 21:00
19 to 20 December from 9:00 to 21:00
21 December from 9:00 to 17:00
Venue: Blaauwklippen Wine Estate
One of the most magical markets in the Winelands. The estate transforms into a festive village with sparkling lights, oak trees, music, and a mix of lifestyle vendors and handmade gifts. Families can enjoy both day and night sessions throughout the week.
Your Festive Season Sorted
From mid November right through to Christmas week, Cape Town is filled with markets that bring the festive season to life. Whether you are shopping for meaningful gifts, supporting local creators, enjoying good food, or taking your kids out for a festive adventure, there is something special happening almost every day. Let's all support local small businesses this holiday season.
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