# Festivals in Port Elizabeth, EC | Cultural Events & Fairs - **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities. - **Category**: Festivals - **Type**: category ## Audience - **Followers**: 2.5M+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c7a3bd77620a92a1fee77ed0b46cc305d65fcaf166695040aabebd480d9323a4-rimg-w200-h200-dc7e887a-gmir?v=1749580804 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/87514fe09e2e42afe6f2e6b5b9e483315429bdfa0a64d2af3268e7f6798e263a-rimg-w200-h200-dc182a60-gmir?v=1760132405 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4372fbe0-97b1-11f0-925d-a7ce5707d3d8-rimg-w200-h200-dc445c46-gmir ## About The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in [CITY]. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in [CITY], you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in [CITY] listed on one platform - we have you covered. Immerse yourself in the mega dance festivals, electrifying music festivals, theatre & film festivals, quirky local festivals and more with us! ## Festivals Events in Port Elizabeth - **Event Name**: Marktfees 2026 - Almost Heaven - **Description**: Marktfees 2026 preparations have officially begun. This year brings a fresh theme, new makers, returning favourites, and another curated world crafted with intention, beauty, and creativity. Each year we rebuild from the ground up, shaping an experience y - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 375 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKPiy2PkzDfdRg8aJUF19C0XJ1m_6ei6QS-mnYZrnno=s96-c?sz=200 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIcYWlDo83V8zff-KaXPlR5ZzSNC6STfer5YsrB6IsC-UJrNdc=s96-c?sz=200 - Avatar: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/27161d8c8828a4b8873ff95248e84665?s=800&d=identicon&r=g - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Nov 29 2026 at 03:00 pm (+02:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/marktfees-2026-almost-heaven/200029421678100 - **Venue**: Old Tramways Building, Port Elizabeth, South Africa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9hMjllYzM1MjkwOTA4MWZjMDgyNDdmM2E5NWM0YzVmZWEwYWNlMDU2OTE1YjRmN2VhOTIyNTg0MGNlNTg4OGRkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDU4Ny1kY2YxZjBmMC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDU4MjExMA.avif - **Event Name**: 16 June, Street parade & Sport Fest - **Description**: 📍 16 JUNE 2026 | BLOEMENDAL, PORT ELIZABETH Bloemendal family — this one is for US! 💛 On Tuesday, 16 June, we are coming together as Bloemendal My Plek to celebrate our community, raise our voices, and stand united for a brighter future. ✨ What to expe - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 28 - **Date**: Tue Jun 16 2026 at 08:00 am – Tue Jun 16 2026 at 12:00 pm (+02:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/16-june-street-parade-and-sport-fest/200030099753519 - **Venue**: Chatty Secondary School - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy81MzExMWI5NjJmYTIwMDJjNzVhNjk1Njc1ZDQ1Y2JjMDI3N2Q0OGRjYzEwYWQ1MGUwOWM3MGU2ZWVhYTBkNDE3LXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDE1MzYtZGNmMWYxZjEtZ21pcj92PTE3ODA5NzY5ODY.avif - **Categories**: sports, parades, festivals - **Event Name**: Astron Energy Trail 2027 - **Description**: WEAR ORANGE! Get ready to unleash your trailblazing spirit at the Astron Energy Trail! We want to see a sea of orange flooding through the Baakens Valley! Whether it’s your shoes, your cap, your shirt or even your undies… get into the spirit of the day - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 46 - **Date**: Sun Feb 21 2027 at 06:30 am – Sun Feb 21 2027 at 11:00 am (+02:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/astron-energy-trail-2027/200029745181804 - **Venue**: Fat Tracks Containers - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hYTU4MDRmODQ5ODZmOWFhNGE5OTcwZjRiMDAzZmVkMjMxNGJlNzBkZmJjZTAyN2EyNDI0ZDViMmM4NWFkYWY1LXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDUxMi1kYzhmN2E1ZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDE4NTgxNg.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, contests, workshops, kids, calendar, dog - **Event Name**: Roots, Rides & Rhythm Heritage Festival - **Description**: Calling all vendors, food trucks, corporates and models. Registration has opened for Roots, Rides & Heritage Festival being held at Fairview Sport Centre on Heritage day 24th September. Don't delay, limited space available. Main act to be confirm - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 416 - **Date**: Thu Sep 24 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Sep 25 2026 at 09:00 am (+02:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/roots-rides-and-rhythm-heritage-festival/200029942341349 - **Venue**: Mount Croix, Port Elizabeth - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kMzA0OTM3ZDc0MDFiMzVkM2E1MGQyNmMwYTgyZjZiNWE4YTcyZWM0OGM4NWFiMDQwMmEyY2VlYjFkZWE2MDA1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc4OC1kYzc5NWU0OS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3OTYyMDkyNg.avif - **Categories**: festivals, sports, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Potjiekos Competition 2026 - **Description**: Potjie kos Competition - Enter your Potjie contents for the Dojo, Judges will determine Winner. Potjies contents will be sold for Fundraising. Contact me for securing your spot to take up the challenge 083 469 8234 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Tue Jun 16 2026 at 11:00 am (+02:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/potjiekos-competition-2026/200030099760642 - **Venue**: Mill Park Bowling Club - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9jZDhjNzhmMzY4NGIyMmRkMDQ5MjFkOGJjYzViMmY3ZTFkNDc2ZGRhNjg1YTQ2ZTQ2ODUwMzE0YjAwMWVhN2ZkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDU0OC1kYzE3MTYxYi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDk3NzAzNA.avif - **Categories**: contests, charities - **Event Name**: Sew Awareness South African National Festival 2026 - **Description**: Online bookings are live! To download your e-brochure, go to https://sewawareness2026.co.za/ Bookings: https://tickets.tixsa.co.za/event/national-quilt-festival-2026-8-july Don't forget to register as a Delegate or Day Visitor. Festival dates: 7-11 July - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9 - **Date**: Tue Jul 07 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Jul 11 2026 at 01:00 pm (+02:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/sew-awareness-south-african-national-festival-2026/200029960616319 - **Venue**: Gqeberha port Elizabeth - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xY2I1MjAwZmI5ZTc4YTFmYmEzYzVhOTAyMjExMjdlNmVmOWRkMDk4ZjNmNTU0Njg2NWQ2Yzg3MzM2NzQyYTcyLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNmZWZmZmYtZ21pcj92PTE3ODA0MDY4MjI.avif - **Categories**: festivals ## Trending Events in Port Elizabeth - **Event Name**: Springboks VS Barbarians - **Description**: 🏉 Springboks VS Barbarians 🏆 International Friendly 🗓️ 20 June 2026 🏟️ Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium ⏰ 17:00pm 🎟️ Available from 👉 springboks.tmtickets.co.za - **Venue**: 70 Prince Alfred Road, North End - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bfcf6c4ad0d8fcde98611b262bb908b091b8e04ac3524772ce2150ca93acd39d-rimg-w1179-h2032-dc070705-gmir?v=1781012383 - **Event Name**: Barbarians Vs. Springboks Rugby Match - **Description**: Gqeberha is gearing up to deliver an unforgettable showcase of world-class rugby, cementing its reputation as a premier sporting destination in South Africa and beyond! 🏉✨ On 20 June, the Metro hosts rugby’s biggest carnival, featuring a blockbuster doub - **Venue**: NMB Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/bd4e9ff26cc7040850100b9fcec0c1248b74f7b14d1a998115dcde203868a6a6-rimg-w1200-h675-dc171512-gmir?v=1780976976 - **Event Name**: Freshlyground & Congo Cowboys live at The Music Kitchen - **Description**: Double Bill We have been trying to get these 2 bands to the Music Kitchen for a long time and we have finally managed to make it happen! Freshlyground & Congo Cowboys live at The Music Kitchen Date: Fri 12 June 2026 Time: 19:30 (Doorsopen at 18:00 - **Venue**: 69 Mangold Street, Newton Park, 6045 Port Elizabeth, South Africa - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/663332ded735cdb1a7d4a4bae2f14ae8176055fb0c1bf42d152395327eb5add4-rimg-w1080-h540-dc010101-gmir?v=1780086814 - **Event Name**: Lifesaving World Championships 2026 - **Description**: Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is proud to host the 2026 World Lifesaving Championships from 25 November to 13 December 2026. Elite athletes from around the world will compete in beach and pool events, showcasing skill, speed, and teamwork. This prestig - **Venue**: Kings Beach - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/acf0de149f96ce328cff92bb297b99126983fcd26c6555c77cc1bebdd7a89091-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc2b2e5b-gmir?v=1779575356 - **Event Name**: SPOEGWOLF live at The Music Kitchen Fri 24th July - **Description**: BAck by popular demand - we are delighted to announce that SPOEGWOLF will be returning to The Music kitchen. Date: Fri 24th July Time: 19:30 (Doors open at 18:00) Tickets: R300 on www.musickitchen.co.za PLEASE NOTE: This will be a standing show and all - **Venue**: 69 Mangold Street, Newton Park, 6045 Port Elizabeth, South Africa - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b56153904768de9f8a1c489619625f114426020af847d0aae5cbdc6060ebbe3a-rimg-w1080-h540-dc1e1e1e-gmir?v=1780957734 - **Event Name**: Kurt Schoonraad presents FUNNY SIDE UP. 3 July 2026 at Centrestage@Baywest - **Description**: After a hugely successful run at the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town & Montecasino in Joburg, Centerstage can get ready for a laugh-out-loud experience as one of South Africa’s most recognizable and influential comedians, Kurt Schoonraad, takes to the sta - **Venue**: Centrestage@Baywest, 6070 Port Elizabeth, South Africa - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/e2c8b0d81f9f7762b72c19f6a81954ed4e98800a99ab498cd6cba510b7c08596-rimg-w1200-h628-dc010101-gmir?v=1780071476 - **Event Name**: NMB HALF MARATHON - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE!!! 🗓️ The NMB Half Marathon 12th edition incorporating a 5km fun run is taking place 27 June 2026. The 21.1km race will start at 07h00 and the 5km fun run at 07h10 from Pollock beach. Online entries are available at Webtickets: https:/ - **Venue**: Pollock Beach, Summerstand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f2ab1ef377a9b97c19339d7b1a32b89db6714ca85101c3e4104131ce12289f25-rimg-w1200-h1574-dcffffff-gmir?v=1780484185 - **Event Name**: CONect Geek Convention 2026 - **Description**: Calling all Geeks, Nerds & Pop Culture Fans! The Eastern Cape’s Premium Geek Convention is back – CONect Geek Con Gqeberha 100+ Premium Geek Stalls & Food Trucks Cosplay Competitions & Guest Cosplayers: Ludos Cosplay & Aminita Cos - **Venue**: Fairview Sports Centre Port Elizabeth - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6e1ceaa9288b8d9524f2b7ee2e21a6a5febf7e9b8ced6f3dc68402281bbdba82-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010101-gmir?v=1780062108 - **Event Name**: 💥Food & Craft💥Night Market💥 - **Description**: 📌 Friday, 12 June 📌 It’s been far too long, GQ… and we couldn’t be more excited to be back! 🎉✨ PE’s weather may have kept us apart, but we’re finally ready for another Food & Craft Night Market and we can’t wait to see everyone again! 🍔 Street food - **Venue**: Fairview Indoor Sports Centre ## Browse Festivals Events by Date - [Festivals Events Today in Port Elizabeth](https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/festivals--today) - [Festivals Events This Weekend in Port Elizabeth](https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/festivals--this-weekend) - [Festivals Events in June in Port Elizabeth](https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/festivals--june) - [Festivals Events in July in Port Elizabeth](https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/festivals--july) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Port Elizabeth? - **A:** Marktfees 2026 - Almost Heaven (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Old Tramways Building, Port Elizabeth, South Africa), 16 June, Street parade & Sport Fest (Tue Jun 16 2026 at 08:00 am at Chatty Secondary School), Astron Energy Trail 2027 (Sun Feb 21 2027 at 06:30 am at Fat Tracks Containers), Roots, Rides & Rhythm Heritage Festival (Thu Sep 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at Mount Croix, Port Elizabeth), Potjiekos Competition 2026 (Tue Jun 16 2026 at 11:00 am at Mill Park Bowling Club). - **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Port Elizabeth in June 2026? - **A:** 16 June, Street parade & Sport Fest (Tue Jun 16 2026 at 08:00 am at Chatty Secondary School), Potjiekos Competition 2026 (Tue Jun 16 2026 at 11:00 am at Mill Park Bowling Club). - **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Port Elizabeth? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Port Elizabeth on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Port Elizabeth? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Port Elizabeth? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Port Elizabeth include Old Tramways Building, Port Elizabeth, South Africa, Chatty Secondary School, Fat Tracks Containers. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Port Elizabeth? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Port Elizabeth include Marktfees, Bloemendal my plek, Big O Event Solutions. - **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available? - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Port Elizabeth? - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Port Elizabeth. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/6e/5415e403f74b77938c0695ac11464e/Festival.jpg ## Festivals from nearby cities - [Festivals in Ibhayi](https://allevents.in/ibhayi/festivals) - [Festivals in Bethelsdorp](https://allevents.in/bethelsdorp/festivals) - [Festivals in Motherwell](https://allevents.in/motherwell-ec/festivals) - [Festivals in Jeffreys Bay](https://allevents.in/jeffreys-bay/festivals)