Who doesn't love a good outdoor market? A place to wander and get lost in for hours, momentarily swap retail shopping with bargain-hunting for one-of-a-kind affordable gems, tuck into artisanal foods and craft drinks, soak up the sun and listen to live music. With over 50 eclectic stalls, Soweto’s vibrant monthly lifestyle market offers you that, and much more.
On the first Sunday of every month, Lebo's Backpackers on the corner of Kudu and Moema street in Orlando West comes alive to a vibey atmosphere as over 500 market goers from around Joburg gather to shop for food, fashion, uniquely handcrafted goods and to simply, hang out.
Supporting Livelihoods
A brainchild of cousins Sifiso Dlangamandla and Kgosi Rampa, the thriving market doesn’t only provide a good time to the crowds of people who visit, it’s also a rich hub of urban culture that holds an essential commercial space for entrepreneurs in the area. Since 2014 the community-driven market aims to build a platform for aspiring young entrepreneurs, creators and innovators to showcase and sell their products, thereby doing their part to boost the township economy.View this post on Instagram
Everyone’s Catered For
The market has something for everyone. Discover locally designed pieces, upcycled vintage clothing, handmade jewellery and other novelties. Between perusing through the various items on display, fill up on some tasty dishes and relax in the beer garden while mingling with other market goers. The kids are set for a great time too, with their own special areas where they can be entertained with a storytelling corner, an arts and craft section and face painting.View this post on Instagram
