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CAPE TOWN –<\/strong> Mark your calendars for festive fun as the Grassy Park Festive Market returns this Friday and Saturday, 12 and Sunday 13 December, at the Grassy Park Civic Centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The popular community market, hosted by the City\u2019s economic growth directorate and endorsed by Ward 65 Councillor Donovan Nelson, promises two days of family-friendly holiday entertainment and local shopping opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Visitors can expect tasty food stalls and creative crafts at this year’s Grassy Park Festive Market.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Supporting Local Business<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carefully curated vendors will offer a diverse range of products including food, gifts, crafts, and toys, perfect for holiday shopping while supporting local entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The market will feature a packed entertainment program alongside a dedicated children\u2019s play area, ensuring fun for the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Grassy Park Festive Market is one of several community festivals and markets across Cape Town that showcase Cape Town\u2019s talent \u2013 be it the crafters, the caterers, the designers and the performers,\u201d said Mayco member for economic growth James Vos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Economic Opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative forms part of the City\u2019s broader strategy to create valuable economic opportunities for small businesses and artists throughout Cape Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI hope that residents can come out in numbers to support these small businesses and artists. The market is the perfect family-friendly time to get into the holiday spirit and support local small businesses,\u201d Vos emphasized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Community Focus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As one of several community markets held across the city, the Grassy Park Festive Market provides local vendors with a valuable platform to showcase their products while strengthening community connections during the festive season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a City, we host these markets to give vendors a platform to showcase their products and create valuable economic opportunities,\u201d Vos concluded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The market offers residents a convenient opportunity to complete holiday shopping while enjoying local entertainment and supporting their community\u2019s economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When: Friday 12 December 17:00 to 22:00 and Saturday, 13 December 10:00 to 15:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where: Grassy Park Civic Centre, Market Street, Grassy Park.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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