Join a celebration of culture and heritage at Kuier@TheCastle on 28 September
In celebration of Heritage and Tourism Month, a special edition of Kuier@TheCastle – Cape Town CBD’s biggest monthly family-friendly creative and lifestyle event – will pay tribute to South Africa’s rich cultural diversity. Taking place on 28 September, this edition will highlight the talents of local craft artisans, performers, and designers, showcasing the unique cultural heritage that shapes our creative economy.
Hosted by the Craft + Design Institute (CDI) in collaboration with the Castle of Good Hope, Kuier@TheCastle has become a must-visit event for locals and visitors in Cape Town. This event is ideal for the entire family, combining local artisanal products, interactive creative workshops, delicious local foods, and vibrant live music. Additionally, visitors will enjoy full access to all of the Castle’s museums and exhibitions throughout the day.
“This Heritage Month, we invite everyone to celebrate our nation’s incredible cultural diversity. Come experience the artistry of our local makers, discover the stories behind their work, and support our creative economy,” says Fran Stewart, Market Development Programme Manager at the CDI. She adds that since its launch in February, the monthly market has supported over 170 small and medium enterprises, contributing more than R920,000 in trade value to the local economy.
This September edition of Kuier@TheCastle will feature several hands-on workshops, offering an immersive craft and arts experience. Whether you want to learn a new creative skill or simply enjoy a family day out, the workshops are designed to cater to all interests.
Workshops available for booking include: make a micro-mosaic protea, make your own Ndebele design-inspired candle holder, learn how crochet a protea, and painting a clutch bag personalised with your own heritage designs.
Throughout the day there will also be special workshops running for kids to explore their creativity and make their own crafted pieces to take home.
Kuier@TheCastle is made possible thanks to the contributions and support of the City of Cape Town and the national Department of Small Business Development.
Entrance tickets and safe, manned parking:
To increase affordability, the Castle offers a significant discount on its entrance fee on every Kuier@TheCastle market day, with adult entry tickets at R30, children and pensioners at R15, and for children under 7 the entry is free.
Visitors will have access to safe parking inside the Castle via the Darling Street entrance (see parking map below).
Vendor applications:
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Media contact:
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Free safe parking available:
please advise how to become a vendor
Hi there, to create a profile and list your products on PEEK, please sign up as a Craft and Design Institute (CDI) “Business Member” at https://www.thecdi.org.za (click the box on our CDI website that says “I own a creative business”) and you will be guided from there. You can find more details on our FAQ page here: https://peek.org.za/customer-support-center/customer-faqs/ Thanks.
If you would like to apply to the market please go to: https://www.thecdi.org.za/page/KuierAtTheCastleVendorApplicationForm
Please supply more info for a pop-up vendor
Is it cash at the entrance
Hi Chantal The entrance fee to the Castle can be paid in cash or by card at the entrance yes.
Hi Mahomed If you would like to apply to the market please go to: https://www.thecdi.org.za/page/KuierAtTheCastleVendorApplicationForm
Hi Shaz We are looking for applications from a diverse range of businesses making all types of craft and design goods. These don’t need to be specifically cultural or heritage themed. Feel free to apply via the form: https://www.thecdi.org.za/page/KuierAtTheCastleVendorApplicationForm
Good day
I have a food truck and would like to join your market. Please advise how to join.
Hi Gerda – Please see here for the application: https://www.thecdi.org.za/page/KuierAllApplications