A few years back I lived in Pretoria CBD, except for the State Theatre as far as I know there was nothing much going-on in the city centre then - I could be wrong. We use to go to Brooklyn, Menlyn or Hatfield for fun, night life fun that is. Sometimes even Johannesburg. This is slowly changing as the inner city is becoming a place to be. All the cool kids (the creative lot) spend more and more of their time in the city centre. Art galleries are popping-up in places you'd never have thought of six years ago. As I surf the internet I see more picturesque images of the city captured by young photographers. There is life in the beautiful City of Tshwane ( Pretoria).
There is this inner city revitalization hype going on at the moment, property developers are renovating old buildings creating urban spaces usable for a variety of functions. You will be amazed at the venues available in the inner city these days, whether you are looking for space to host an intimate party, a corporate function or an art show etc.
Image: 012central
One of the buildings revived is 012central, this building block is right in the city centre on a very busy street in Pretoria. I have no idea what this block was called or used for prior its renovation.
According to their website "012central comprises a number of closely situated buildings that enable diverse, rich experiences for people or companies that need a venue for their event. Whatever you can imagine can be brought to life in one of our multipurpose venues".
012central hosts The Social Market every first Sunday of the month from 11h00 to 18h00 and every last Saturday of the month hosts a market from 11h00 to 18h00 organised by the Market at the Sheds. The market hosts a variety of stands selling and showcasing clothing, arts & crafts, gourmet street food, wines & cocktails etc. Plus, there usually are live performances from Afro-soul, jazz, rock & blues singers and bands.
On Saturday, 25 June, my friends and I went to the 012central for the first time. Best believe we had a good time, the place was inviting, vibrant and colourful. There was so much to see, photos below tell a story of how our day looked liked.
On Saturday, 25 June, my friends and I went to the 012central for the first time. Best believe we had a good time, the place was inviting, vibrant and colourful. There was so much to see, photos below tell a story of how our day looked liked.
The food
I ate the most delicious Beef Prego Roll. There were a few food stands, everything looked delicious. There were also stands selling drinks only, from coffees to cocktails to wines.
Marvelas Works
This young man was selling these beautiful leather and beaded goods, find him on instagram @marvelasworks
Hesey Designs
Beautiful African print designed bags by Hesey Designs. Find them on instagram @heseydesigns_sa
Afro Tunics from Lu Pearl Designs
Azura
There were more stands that I didn't go to, some I did but I didn't take any pictures. I would say there were not less that sixty (60) stands at the market day of 25 June 2016.
The Muffinz gave a stellar performance
If you are in Pretoria, do take time and visit 012central during one of its market days. You will not only enjoy a beautiful afternoon there but you will also get an opportunity to sample and buy goods at affordable prices. You may also meet some of the instagram / online boutiques and be able to purchase products you can see and feel plus have an advantage of direct customer engagement.
Image: 012central
If you are looking for a venue or wish to exhibit your product/s visit the sites linked below.
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