Cape Town will launch a new monthly market, Kuier@TheCastle, at the historic Castle of Good Hope this weekend.

The market is a partnership between the city and the Craft + Design Institute (CDI), which features a diverse array of Cape Town’s creative talent.

“Kuier@TheCastle will put the spotlight on Cape Town’s creators, allowing them to engage with a consumer base of locals and tourists at one of the most well-known attractions in the country,” said James Vos, Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth.

The market will feature a variety of products, including jewellery, ceramics, textiles, woodwork and fine art, accompanied by local performers and a feast of food options.

“Cape Town is home to exceptionally talented and hard-working designers, chefs, musicians and more. The City is proud to support this event, which is an ideal opportunity for them to meet a host of new customers and I look forward to seeing Kuier@TheCastle grow in popularity,” said Vos.

Erica Elk, CEO of the CDI, said Kuier@TheCastle would offer a multifaceted experience with various local artisanal products, culinary delights and entertainment designed to cater for the whole family.

“We are inviting people to come and experience the magic within the Castle. Come and kuier (visit) with us in this magnificent space – one of the oldest in South Africa – to chill, shop, eat, play, and explore the fantastic local delights at this extraordinary heritage site.”

Calvyn Gilfellan, CEO of the Castle, said: “Our mission at the Castle is to create an accessible space where all are welcome, can learn and understand our history and heritage, and can participate in building our shared future in the spirit of Ubuntu.

“The Kuier@TheCastle market has the potential to be a beautiful platform to bring Capetonians and tourists from all walks of life together, to relax on the green grass and drink in the most spectacular views of Table Mountain and the City … and spread the love by supporting local creative artisans and performers.”

To increase affordability, the Castle offers a significant discount on its entrance fee on each Kuier@TheCastle market day, with adult entry tickets at R30 (€1.46), children and pensioners at R15 (€0.73), and for children under seven, the entry is free.

Kuier@TheCastle will be open from 09h00 until 16h00 on February 24, and will be held on a monthly basis. Visitors will have access to safe parking inside the Castle via the Darling Street entrance.