The Picnic and Thrift market at Waverley Sports Club has become a monthly highlight for Johannesburg’s vintage lovers and bargain hunters. It blends curated second‑hand shopping with food, drinks, and an outdoor atmosphere that encourages visitors to linger.

What You’ll Find

More than sixty vendors set up each month, chosen for quality and variety. Clothing dominates, vintage fashion from multiple decades, designer second‑hand, and reworked pieces. Beyond fashion, stalls feature books, records, homewares, jewellery, and quirky objects that resist easy labels.

A Picnic on the Grass

The picnic element is central. Visitors spread blankets, settle in, and make a day of it. Food vendors serve everything from snacks to full meals. Coffee flows from early morning, while beer and wine arrive later in the day, keeping the vibe relaxed and social.

Why It Matters

Much of Johannesburg’s shopping culture revolves around malls and chain stores. Markets like Picnic and Thrift offer something different: a space where small businesses and individual entrepreneurs thrive, and where shopping feels personal, creative, and community‑driven.

Plan Your Visit

• When: Monthly, usually the first Saturday

• Where: Waverley Sports Club, Waverley

• Entry: Free or nominal charge

• Bring: Cash for smaller vendors, reusable bags, sunscreen

The Insider’s Note

Picnic and Thrift isn’t just about bargains, it’s about atmosphere. It’s where vintage finds meet lazy afternoons on the grass, and where Joburg’s creative energy feels most alive.