The location was previously known as the Mushroom Farm, a site that historically supplied fresh produce to the growing town of Johannesburg.
The park is situated on land formerly used for cultivating mushrooms before being repurposed into a public recreational space.
The area includes a specific 'earth garden' designed to provide a tactile and sensory experience for children.
The park features an outdoor gym facility that is free for public use.
Mushroom Farm Park is a popular site for birdwatching due to the diverse vegetation surrounding the pond area.
Sandton Market @ The Park is an outdoor event space hosted within Mushroom Farm Park, located in the financial heart of Johannesburg. The market features local artisanal vendors, food stalls, and entertainment set against a backdrop of urban greenery. Mushroom Farm Park itself includes a children's playground, a fitness track, and a large pond. The park serves as a green lung for the Sandton business district, attracting both professionals during lunch hours and families on weekends. The market event utilizes the open lawns and walking paths of the 6-hectare municipal park. Visitors can observe the contrast between the park’s natural landscape and the surrounding high-rise architecture of Sandton.
The raised wooden walkway overlooking the pond, which offers a clear view of the Sandton skyline in the background.
Bring a picnic blanket as bench seating is limited during busy market days.
Apply sunscreen and wear a hat, as there is limited shade in the central market lawn areas.
Use the paved circular track for a scenic walk before browsing the market stalls.
Do not leave valuables unattended in vehicles, even within the park's parking area.
The market operates on a seasonal basis, typically running on select weekends; it is often closed during heavy rainy seasons.
Casual, outdoor attire; ensure you dispose of all waste in designated bins to maintain the local ecosystem.
