

# 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

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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**: Maskandi Fest - GQEBERHA
  - **Description**: Sanibonani nonke! Are you ready!

Welcome to the Maskandi Fest – Women’s Day Celebration Edition, where tradition meets celebration and women take center stage!

📍Venue: Nelson Mandela Stadium, Gqeberha
📅Date: 10 May 2026
⏰Time: 11:00am - 20:00pm

🎟️Ticke
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  - **Date**: Sun May 10 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun May 10 2026 at 08:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/maskandi-fest-gqeberha/200029729047344
  - **Venue**: Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
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- **Event Name**: NAFA Easter Soccer Festival - 2026
  - **Description**: OPENING CEREMONY
Date: 3 April 
Time : 7pm
Venue: Fairview Sports Center

Entertainemnt:
•	KayCee Russouw 
•	Dejavu Dance Crew
•	Craig &amp; Eridene
•	Opening Dance – Toynbee
•	Bikers
•	Kaapse Klopse
•	Legacy Dance Crew
•	Teams Parade
•	Club Queens

Gate
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 03 2026 at 07:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/nafa-easter-soccer-festival-2026/200029855017905
  - **Venue**: Fairview Indoor Sports Centre
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  - **Categories**: festivals, easter, sports, trips-adventures, camping, parades
- **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
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  - **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
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- **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: 235
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Nov 29 2026 at 02:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/marktfees-2026-almost-heaven/200029421678100
  - **Venue**: Old Tramways Building, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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- **Event Name**: Algoa Bay Whale Festival 2026 R40pp (Children u2yrs no charge)
  - **Description**: If you would like to be part of the Exhibit or Market on 7th June 2026 at The Willows Holiday Resort &amp; Conference Centre pop us a whatsapp message 0731522277 OR email us at info@raggycharters.co.za... Thank you

#nelsonmandelabay #algoabay #Gqeberha #
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  - **Date**: Sun Jun 07 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Jun 07 2026 at 07:00 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/algoa-bay-whale-festival-2026-r40pp-children-u2yrs-no-charge/200029728697934
  - **Venue**: The Willows Resort &amp; Conference Centre, Marine Drive, Port Elizabeth, 6001 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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  - **Categories**: festivals, business, conferences, holiday

## 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
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- **Event Name**: ISUZU IRONMAN South Africa African Championship
  - **Description**: Nelson Mandela Bay—named after the freedom fighter and world icon of peace — hosts Africa's most renowned triathlon. An IRONMAN Championship race that pulses with South African spirit, experience the breathtaking courses and feverish support at this postc
  - **Venue**: Hobie Beach
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- **Event Name**: Orbit College VS Kaizer Chiefs
  - **Description**: Orbit College VS Kaizer Chiefs 

🏆 Betway Premiership 
🏟️ Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
🗓️ 6 April 2026  
⏰ 15:00pm
🎟️ R60 Adults | R40 Kids under 12 

🎟️ Webtickets online | Pick n Pay | Boxer | NMB Stadium Ticket Office
  - **Venue**: 70 Prince Alfred Road, North End
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- **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
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- **Event Name**: Ironman ISUZU 5150 Nelson Mandela Bay Triathlon
  - **Description**: 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️ Ironman 5150 – Nelson Mandela Bay
📅 Date: 18–19 March 2026
📍 Location: Various routes across Nelson Mandela Bay

Residents and supporters, come out and cheer the athletes as they swim, bike, and run through our beautiful city. Let’s show our
  - **Venue**: Hobie Beach
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- **Event Name**: Maskandi Fest - GQEBERHA
  - **Description**: Sanibonani nonke! Are you ready!

Welcome to the Maskandi Fest – Women’s Day Celebration Edition, where tradition meets celebration and women take center stage!

📍Venue: Nelson Mandela Stadium, Gqeberha
📅Date: 10 May 2026
⏰Time: 11:00am - 20:00pm

🎟️Ticke
  - **Venue**: Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Chippa United VS Siwelele FC
  - **Description**: 🏆 Betway Premiership 
⚽️ Chippa United VS Siwelele FC 
🏟️ Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
🗓️ 7 April 2026 
⏰ 19:30pm
🎟️ R60 Adults  / R30 kids under 12

🎟️ Webtickets online | Pick n Pay | Boxer | NMB Stadium Ticket Office
  - **Venue**: 70 Prince Alfred Road, North End
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- **Event Name**: ORBIT College vs Kaizer Chiefs
  - **Description**: Betway Premiership
  - **Venue**: Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Easter Sunday Lunch at the Blu
  - **Description**: Join us for an exclusive Easter Sunday Lunch at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth.

Celebrate Easter Sunday with those closest to you, as we curate a memorable experience designed for both adults and little ones alike.

Delight in a thoughtfully craf
  - **Venue**: Marine Dr & 9th Ave, Summerstrand, Nelson Mandela Bay, 6001 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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## Browse Festivals Events by Date

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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Port Elizabeth?
  - **A:** Maskandi Fest - GQEBERHA (Sun May 10 2026 at 11:00 am at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium), NAFA Easter Soccer Festival - 2026 (Fri Apr 03 2026 at 07:00 pm at Fairview Indoor Sports Centre), Astron Energy Trail 2027 (Sun Feb 21 2027 at 06:30 am at Fat Tracks Containers), Marktfees 2026 - Almost Heaven (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 04:00 pm at Old Tramways Building, Port Elizabeth, South Africa), Algoa Bay Whale Festival 2026 R40pp (Children u2yrs no charge) (Sun Jun 07 2026 at 09:00 am at The Willows Resort &amp; Conference Centre, Marine Drive, Port Elizabeth, 6001 Port Elizabeth, South Africa).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Port Elizabeth this weekend April 3–5, 2026?
  - **A:** NAFA Easter Soccer Festival - 2026 (Fri Apr 03 2026 at 07:00 pm at Fairview Indoor Sports Centre).
- **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 Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Fairview Indoor Sports Centre, 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 Maskandi Fest, Northern Areas Football Association, 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.

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