ONE of South Africa’s most captivating garden lifestyle celebrations, Garden Town Stellenbosch, returns from 31 October to 9 November 2025, promising to dazzle garden lovers, green-fingered enthusiasts and families alike. Organised by Visit Stellenbosch, this flagship event will feature the expanded Stellenbosch Garden Show & Market, a vibrant, must-see highlight of the botanical celebration.
Set against the striking backdrop of Stellenbosch’s historic Town Hall, the 2025 Garden Market will once again delight visitors with a tranquil tea garden and a curated selection of plants, gardening treasures, décor, and inspiration. As the lively heart of Garden Town Stellenbosch, the market anchors a celebration that comes to life across the town’s gardens, venues and open spaces. This year’s event will up the ante with immersive displays, hands-on workshops, and a jam-packed programme that celebrates the joy and beauty of gardening in all its forms.
A paradise for plant lovers and taste makers (or inspiration hunters), the Garden Market will bring together more than 60 curated stalls offering:
- A wide selection of indoor and outdoor plants
- Rare and indigenous plant species
- Art, botanical home decor and crafts
- Tasty culinary treats and artisanal food products
Complete your Garden Show experience with a cup of tea and cake at the charming tea garden, set among the display installations at the Town Hall.
At the heart of this year’s programme, the Town Hall series will bring together leading voices in sustainable gardening, food systems and re-wilding. Experts Loubie Rusch, Nikki Brighton and Sue Buckland will share practical insights on indigenous edibles, foraging and climate‑resilient gardening – inspiring visitors to grow and live more lightly on the land.
Beyond the Town Hall, Garden Town will extend throughout Stellenbosch with guided walks, creative workshops and unique experiences across farms, vineyards and gardens.
A bloom-filled highlight, the annual Flower Parade will start at Die Braak on 4 November 2025 from 6.15pm to 7pm. Bring your family, wear your most whimsical flower crown, decorate your bike or pram, and join the joyful pageant of petals parading through the town centre. This free event invites everyone to celebrate the power and beauty of nature, Stellenbosch style.
This year’s parade will be made even more special as the winners and participants of the annual Mayoral Gardening Competition will be announced and celebrated at the end of the parade, inspiring us all to nurture our own green spaces.
Explore both private and public gardens throughout Stellenbosch offering insights into design, sustainability and indigenous planting techniques.
Garden Town Stellenbosch 2025 is more than a garden show; it’s a vibrant community movement celebrating the harmony between people and plants, creativity and conservation. Whether you’re a horticulturist, a home gardener, or simply hungry for a breath of fresh air and flowers, this is an event not to be missed.
“Our vision for Garden Town is to create a space where sustainability, culture, wellness and beauty meet,” says Annemie Liebenberg, CEO of Visit Stellenbosch. “Whether you’re an avid gardener or simply someone who delights in nature, this celebration belongs to you.”
Stay tuned for more updates, full programme, ticketing and workshops here.
