Top 45 farmers’ markets

Please note: This is an archived article from April 2010. Some of the information below may be out of date. Please phone ahead to check if the market you are interested in is still operating.

Turn grocery shopping into a relaxed and fun activity by browsing your local food markets for fresh bread, fruit, veggies and sweet treats while you listen to live music, feed your face or just appreciate the laid-back ambiance. Use our listing to find them, whether you’re on holiday or just day tripping.

Western Cape

Cape Town

Earth Fair Food Market
Where: South Palms, Main Road, Tokai.
When: Every Saturday from 09h00 to 14h30 and every Wednesday from 14h00 to 20h00.
What: A small indoor market with fruit, veggies, breads and treats.
Tel 084-220-3856, web www.earthfairmarket.co.za

Porter Estate Produce Market
Where: Chrysalis Academy, Tokai.
When: Saturdays from 09h00 to 13h00, weather permitting.
What: Shop for goodies while the little ones busy themselves in the play area. The R5 entry fee goes to students working as parking marshalls.
Tel 082-823-4121, web www.pepmarket.co.za

Kalk Bay Fresh Etc Market
Where: Kalk Bay Community Centre, Kalk Bay.
When: On the third Sunday of every month from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: Shop with a view of the bay in a 1906 building overlooking the sea.
Tel 021-788-8088 or 083-332-9785

Rondebosch Village Market
Where: Outside Rondebosch Library, Belmont Road, Rondebosch.
When: Every Saturday from 07h30 to 12h00.
What: Stock up on organic vegetables from Cape Flats development projects, sprouts, farm cheeses, olive oil, breads, jams, baked treats and wheat-free goodies.
Tel 021-696-5749 or 072-868-2322

Neighbourgoods Market
Where: Old Biscuit Mill, 373 – 375 Albert Rd, Woodstock.
When: Saturdays from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: Browse deli stalls and enjoy wholesome food in an old sky-lit Victorian warehouse and courtyard.
Tel 021-448-1438 or 084-414-4554, web www.neighbourgoodsmarket.co.za

Wellness Fresh Produce Market
Where: Jan van Riebeeck Primary School, 52 Kloof Street, Gardens.
When: Second Saturday of every month from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: Apart from the fresh fruit, veggies and organic condiments, there are also stalls that cater for vegans and allergy sufferers.
Tel 084-880-8757

Century City Natural Goods Market
Where: Central Park, Park Lane, Century City.
When: First Sunday of every month from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: The stalls are shaded by Bedouin tents at Intaka Island. You can stock up on fresh produce or take a boat trip to Canal Walk.
Tel 021-531-2173, e-mail naturalgoodsmarket@gmail.com

Willowbridge Slowfood Market
Where: Willowbridge Lifestyle Centre, 39 Carl Cronje Drive, Tygervalley.
When: Saturdays from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: Buy seasonal, locally grown foods, baked and brewed eats in a lively atmosphere.
Tel 072-416-4890, web www.slowmarket.co.za

Cape Winelands

Stellenbosch Fresh Goods Market
Where: Oude Libertas Estate, Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands.
When: Open Saturdays from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: Visit this country-style outdoor market for slow food after a scenic drive through the Winelands.
Tel 072-416-4890, web www.slowmarket.co.za

Franschhoek Farmers Market
Where: Dutch Reformed Church, Huguenot Street, Franschhoek.
When: Saturdays from 09h00 to 14h00, only from October to April. Closed during winter.
What: Enjoy muffins, pastries, organic vegetables, gourmet mushrooms and more.
Tel 073- 967-3790, web www.franschhoek.co.za/farmersmarket.html

Nitida Fresh Produce Market
Where: Nitida Wine Estate on the M13 near Durbanville.
When: The last Saturday of every month from 09h30 to 12h00.
What: Get organic fruit and veggies, olive oil, farm butter, coffee and more.
Tel 021-976-1467, web www.nitida.co.za

Overberg

Greyton Market
Where: Greyton Market Square, Main Road, Greyton.
When: Saturdays from 10h00 to 12h00.
What: Natural and organic products include cheeses, yoghurt, honey, freshly baked goods, seedlings and crafts.
Tel 028- 261-1809, web www.greyton.net

Hermanus Country Market
Where: Montessori School, Hermanus.
When: Saturdays from 09h00 to 13h00.
What: Enjoy a cup of coffee and breakfast before strolling around the fresh local produce provided by more than 30 traders.
Tel 072- 883-3894, e-mail farmersmarket@hermanus.co.za

Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market

Where: Hermanuspietersfontein Wine Cellars, Hemel en Aarde Village, Hermanus.
When: Every Saturday from 09h00 to 13h00.
What: There are free wine tasting and gourmet-style food stalls in a child-safe and dog-friendly environment.
Tel 083-388-8239, web www.hpf1855.co.za

Stanford Sunset Market
Where: Birkenhead Brewery’s Wine Cellar, Stanford.
When: From 18h00 to 20h00 on the last Friday of the month.
What: Join the locals for fresh foods and selections of cheeses, wines and home bakes.
Tel 028-341-0957 or 082-894-1413

Garden Route

Knysna Friday Market
Where: Off Welbedacht Lane, Knysna.
When: Fridays from 16h00 to 20h00.
What: Apart from the array of food available, such as pizzas, pancakes and Thai dishes, there’s also a bar for those just wanting to chill for sundowners.
Tel 044-382-5316, e-mail staff@knysnamontessori.co.za

Wild Oats Community Farmers Market
Where: Off the N2, Sedgefield.
When: Every Saturday 07h30 to 11h30 in summer and 08h00 to 11h30 in winter.
What: Between the trees near the lagoon, you’ll find 60 stalls of local farm produce, home-baked goods, plants, flowers, outdoor breakfast and live music.
Tel 044-883-1177, e-mail wildoatsmarket@gmail.com, web www.wildoatsmarket.co.za

Eastern Cape

Bedford Morning Market
Where: Old Vicarage, 7 Graham Street, Bedford.
When: Last Saturday of the month from 09h00 to 13h00.
What: A small community market in aid of Bedford animal care. There’s a light lunch afterwards.
Tel 046-685-0199

Lavender Blue Organic Farmers’ Market
Where: Off the old main road between Beacon Bay and Gonubie, East London.
When: Saturdays 07h30 to 13h00.
What: Although it’s open all week, there’s a food market on Saturday mornings and breakfasts are served.
Tel 043-732-1172, e-mail moerdyk@telkomsa.net

Gauteng

Tshwane

The Hazel Food Market
Where: Pinaster Avenue, Hazelwood, Tshwane.
When: Saturdays from 08h00 to 13h00.
What: Anything from fresh bread to organic veggies, cheeses, pesto, flowers and much more.
Tel 083-554-5636, web www.hazelfoodmarket.co.za

Pretoria Boeremark
Where: Pioneer Open Air Museum, Tshwane.
When: Saturday 05h30 to 09h30.
What: A range of jams, cakes, vegetables and meats.
Tel 012-349-1227, web www.pretoriaboeremark.co.za

Rosemary Hill Farm Market
Where: 257 Mooiplaats, Kungwini, Tshwane.
When: Second and last Sunday of the month from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: Apart from the fresh, healthy food on sale on this organic farm, there are kiddies’ activities and a restaurant selling light meals.
Tel 083-235-6857, web www.rosemaryhill.co.za

Johannesburg

Hertford’s Country Market
Where: The Hertford Country Hotel, Elandsdrift Road, Lanseria.
When: Every Saturday from 09h00 to 15h00.
What: You can decant your own milk, honey, olive oil and even spring water. Eggs from free-range chickens, ducks and quails are also available.
Tel 084-761-2017

Mzansi Market
Where: Killarney Mall, 60 Riviera Road, Killarney, Johannesburg.
When: Saturdays from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: Enjoy home-made treats, organic food and a variety of crafts.
Tel 011-646-4657, web www.killarneymall.co.za

Killarney Wholesome Organic and Natural Market
Where: Outside Woolworths, Killarney Mall, Riviera Road.
When: Thursdays from 09h00 to 15h00
What: Enjoy a selection of foods on the spot or take away. Crafts are also sold.
Tel 083-311-4768

Bryanston Organic and Natural Market
Where: Culross Road (off Main Road), Bryanston, Sandton.
When: Thursdays and Saturdays from 09h00 to 15h00.
What: At Johannesburg’s oldest and most established organic market, you can socialise and buy light meals, teas, coffees, fresh organic produce, cakes, fine crafts and a variety of sweet treats.
Tel 011-706-3671, web www.mmom.co.za

Craighall River Market
Where: Next to Colourful Splendour Nursery, Marlborough Drive, Craighall, Sandton.
When: Every second Saturday from 9h00 to 13h00.
What: Fresh produce and crafts are on offer and there’s entertainment for children and a small coffee shop.
Tel 011-465-3413

Towers Emporium
Where: Michelangelo Towers Mall, Sandton City.
When: First Sunday of each month from 09h00 to 15h00.
What: Buy fine foods at this gourmet market.
Tel 083-311-4768

Codfather Village of Food
Where: Rivonia Road, off Kelvin Drive, Morningside.
When: Saturdays from 08h30 to 16h00.
What: A food hall of fresh seafood, meats, curries and imported cheeses.
Tel 083-311-4768

Wholefood Market at Blubird
Where: Blubird Shopping Centre, Atholl Oaklands Road, Birnam.
When: Sundays 09h00 to 14h00.
What: A selection of pasta, pastries, pies, Lebanese fare, Indian spices and food, coffees, teas and chocolates.
Tel 083-311- 4768, web www.blubird.co.za

Rosebank Rooftop market
Where: Upper Level, Mall of Rosebank, Cradock Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg.
When: Sundays 09h00 to 17h00.
What: Although it’s primarily a craft market, the food section has a great range of culinary treats.
Tel 011-442-4488, web www.craft.co.za

Jozi Food Market

Where: Parktown Quarter, corner of Seventh and Third Avenues, Parktown North, Joburg.
When: Every Saturday from 08h30 to 13h30.
What: Expect to find everything from organic fruits and vegetables, cheeses, Italian meats, pestos, biltong, olive oils, curries, fresh breads, flowers and cakes. Tel 072-739-8758, web www.jozifoodmarket.co.za

Parkview Organic Market
Where: 62 Tyrone Avenue, Parkview, Johannesburg.
When: Saturday from 09h00 to 15h00.
What: Veggies, dairy, fruit and nuts, crafts and a vegetarian tea garden round off the healthy fare.
Tel 076-022-7937

Bamboo Farmers’ Market
Where: On the roof of Bamboo Lifestyle Centre, 53 Rustenburg Road, Melville.
When: First Saturday of every month from 07h00 until sold out.
What: Choose from olives, fresh flowers, coffee, fruit, vegetables, eggs, meat, lemonade, ginger beer, baked goods, honey, pork, wine, olive oil, cupcakes, ice cream, herbs, bread and cheese. It’s all hand-made, home-grown or home-made. When you’re done, go for coffee downstairs.
Tel 083-651-0148, web www.bamboo-online.co.za

The Northcliff Organic Market
Where: Corner of Matabele Street and O’Brien Avenue, Northcliff, Johannesburg.
When: First and third Saturday each month from 09h00 to 14h00.
What: Sit under trees, join a drum circle or simply browse the fresh goods on sale. Activities for kiddies are provided.
Tel 072-988-9734, e-mail wormsgalore@vodamail.co.za

Rietvlei Boeremark
Where: Rietvlei Farm, Swartkoppies Road, between Alberton and Mulbarton.
When: First Saturday of the month from 06h00 to 10h00.
What: Enjoy coffee and breakfast or brunch and browse the fresh produce, baked goods, home-made jams, pickles and a selection of other treats.
Tel 079-199-8641

KwaZulu-Natal

Shongweni Farmers Market
Where: Corner of Kassier and Alverstone Road, Assagay.
When: Every Saturday from 06h30 to 10h00.
What: Spend the morning checking out the stalls, shopping for fresh produce, jams, olives, preserves and have some cake for tea.
Tel 083-777-1674, web www.shongwenimarket.co.za

The Food Market
Where: 6 High Grove, Umgeni Park, Durban North.
When: Last Saturday of every month from 08h00 to 14h00.
What: Try curries, boerewors rolls, ice cream, omelettes and other tasty treats.
Tel 083-777-5633, web www.thefoodmarket.co.za

Pietermaritzburg Farmers Market
Where: Alexander Park, behind the Harry Gwala Stadium, Pietermaritzburg.
When: Saturdays from 06h00 to 09h30.
What: It’s been going for 15 years and it’s the only farmers market in the country that features a town crier. The 86 stalls stock a wide range of farm produce.
Tel 083-653-5848, web www.pmbfarmersmarket.co.za

Karkloof Farmers Market
Where: 2,6 km from Howick off Karkloof Road, Karkloof.
When: Every Saturday from 07h00 to 11h00.
What: An indoor market offering fresh fruit and vegetables, homebaked treats and organic products. Pony rides, a sand pit and a jungle gym keep kids happy.
Tel 082-820-8986, web www.karklooffarmersmarket.co.za

Mpumalanga

Casterbridge Country Market
Where: Casterbridge Lifestyle Centre, White River.
When: First Saturday of each month from 08h00 to 14h00.
What: Delicious food, fresh produce, crafts and good, fresh Lowveld air is a great start to the weekend.
Tel 013-750-2358, web www.casterbridge.co.za

Nelspruit Boeremark
Where: Lowveld Show Ground, Nelspruit.
When: First Saturday of each month from 07h00 to 11h00.
What: Enjoy a farm-style breakfast inside two marquee tents and buy a range of fresh produce.
Tel 013-752-2801

Free State

The Boeremark
Where: Bankovs Boulevard, Langenhovenpark, Bloemfontein.
When: Saturdays from 06h00 to 12h00.
What: Get a real boere koeksuster and wash it down with a cup of good, strong moerkoffie. There’s also fresh farm produce and plenty of tasty traditional treats to make your mouth water.
Tel 084-919-1676

Limpopo

Goseame Fruit and Vegetable Market
Where: 23 Silicon Street, Ladine, Polokwane.
When: Sundays 07h30 to 12h45.
What: It’s a daily market, but the Sunday market has specials with savings on fruit and veggies and children under 16 get free ice cream.
Tel 015-297-4879