
Frequently asked questions
General Questions
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The market runs from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM on select Saturdays. We are most active on social media for updates on upcoming markets or cancellations.
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We are located in The Rondebosch Park, on the corners of Campground & Sandown roads, Rondebosch, Cape Town
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No, entry to The Candor Market is free!
Shopping
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You’ll discover a curated mix of handcrafted goods, vintage clothing, sustainable home decor, ceramics, locally made skincare, artisanal food, and much more. Every vendor is carefully selected for their quality, circularity, and creativity.
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Yes, all products sold at our markets are handmade and locally crafted. We also feature thrifted, antique & upcycled items, as well as sustainable goods aligned with our circular economy ethos.
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Vendors are required to have a card machine in order to trade at TCM! Although, most will also accept cash.
Facilities & Accessibility
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Absolutely! We’re a family-friendly market with plenty of space for kids to play, along with delicious food options for all ages.
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Yes, we welcome your furry friends, provided they are leashed and well-behaved.
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Yes, there is what is referred to as the Dust Bowl Parking lot (opposite the market on Sandown Road). We encourage carpooling or using public transport when possible.
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Yes, restrooms are available on-site for attendees. We also hire some portable toilets.
Vendor Questions
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We’re always looking for passionate creators and small businesses to apply. If you feel like your business deeply resonates with our ethos and that you products align with our standards, we encourage you to apply! You can complete the vendor application form and read more about this on the page titled ‘Apply to Trade’. We’ll review your submission and get back to you if we can offer you space at one of our markets!
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The cost of a vendor stall at The Candor Market depends on whether you are a single-category, multi-category, or food/drinks vendor.
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For more information on our vendor category system, please visit our page, ‘Categories Explained’
Additional Questions
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We’re a rain-or-shine market, but in cases of severe weather, we’ll announce any cancellations or reschedules on our social media pages. Please note that we cannot guarantee rescheduling.
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You’re welcome to bring your own snacks, but we encourage you to try the amazing food and drinks offered by our vendors!
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If you’ve lost something at the market, you can come to the Candor Cafe HQ in the food court near the center circle underneath of the giant tree and we will do our best to find the items owner, otherwise you can reach out to us via email with a description of the item, and we’ll do our best to assist.
Still have a question?
Shoot us an email and we will do our best to get back to you with an answer as soon as possible!
Please do not use this section to follow up on your application or inquire about becoming a vendor, there is a dedicated page to answering all those questions called apply. Please only use this for asking market related questions from an attendee point of view!