# Festivals in Port Elizabeth, EC 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **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**: Medieval Fayre & Banquet : Ode to the Bard
  - **Description**: 🏰⚔️ THE MEDIEVAL FAYRE & BANQUET RETURNS! ⚔️🏰

This year, we pay tribute to The Bard himself with **An Ode to Shakespeare!**

Join us for a magical day of medieval merriment before stepping into an unforgettable evening banquet and theatrical experien
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 10:00 am (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/medieval-fayre-and-banquet-ode-to-the-bard/200030322434449
  - **Venue**: Norm Hudlin Trails
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  - **Categories**: food-drinks, pop-ups, art
- **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
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  - **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
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- **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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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, contests, workshops, kids, calendar, dog
- **Event Name**: 15th Ebubeleni Music Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Where music meets culture and good vibes meet great people.

Celebrating 15 Years of Greatness, Ebubeleni Festival returns for its biggest celebration yet! Experience world-class live performances, vibrant culture, great food and an unforgettable atmosphe
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  - **Date**: Sun Dec 27 2026 at 10:00 am – Mon Dec 28 2026 at 12:00 am (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/15th-ebubeleni-music-festival-2026/200030351492544
  - **Venue**: Gqeberha
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  - **Categories**: music-festivals, festivals, music, entertainment, trips-adventures, calendar
- **Event Name**: Roots, Rides & Rhythm Heritage Festival
  - **Description**: Contact Mercia on 0745801393.
Event happening in Port Elizabeth.
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  - **Date**: Thu Sep 24 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu Sep 24 2026 at 11:59 pm (+02:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-elizabeth/roots-rides-and-rhythm-heritage-festival/200030298093106
  - **Venue**: Fairview Sports Centre Port Elizabeth
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- **Event Name**: GQ Kids Fun Day
  - **Description**: GQEBERHA! The BIGGEST kids event of 2026 is coming! 🌈✨

🎪 GQ Kids Fun Day
📅 5 December 2026
📍 Gqeberha 

Fun • Games • Music • Water Splash • Mascots • FREE Photoshoots & more! 🎨🏎️💦

🎟️ Early Bird Tickets from 1 June 2026!

#GQKidsFunDay #GqeberhaEven
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 10:00 am (+02:00)
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  - **Venue**: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
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## Trending Events in Port Elizabeth

- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gqeberha. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at Feather Market Centre under the gentle glow o
  - **Venue**: Feather Market Centre
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- **Event Name**: SPAR Women's Challenge Gqeberha 2026
  - **Description**: Get ready for one of Gqeberha's most anticipated events!

Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a fun walk with friends or creating unforgettable memories with family, the SPAR Women's Challenge Gqeberha is for everyone.

Join thousands of wome
  - **Venue**: Pollok Beach, Summerstrand
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gqeberha. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay at Feather Market Centre under the gentle glow of cand
  - **Venue**: Feather Market Centre
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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**: Marc Lottering in ANKLE MARC. 25-26 September 2026 at Centrestage at Baywest
  - **Description**: Marc Lottering is one of South Africa’s most loved comedians.

He is famous for his award-winning stand-up comedy shows as well as for his critically acclaimed original musicals.

Marc is currently on a national tour with his brand new stand-up comedy sho
  - **Venue**: Centrestage@Baywest, 6070 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Gqeberha. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More at Feather Market Centre under
  - **Venue**: Feather Market Centre
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- **Event Name**: DC Super Heroes Run - Kings Beach, Port Elizabeth
  - **Description**: 🦸 South Africa's Most Heroic 5km Adventure!

Suit up and join us for the DC Super Heroes Run as we bring an action-packed 5km Fun Run/Walk to Kings Beach, Gqeberha, on Saturday, 15 August 2026!

Whether you're a lifelong DC fan, a keen runner, or simply l
  - **Venue**: Port Elizabeth Kings Beach
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- **Event Name**: REFENTSE live at The Music Kitchen Fri 18th Sept
  - **Description**: REFENTSE liveat Teh Music Kitchen 

Date: Fri 18th Sept 2026
Time: 19:30 (Doors open at 18:00)
Tickets: R250 on www.musickitchen.co.za

REFENTSE live at The Music Kitchen! 
After years of trying to secure this show it is eventually happening! 
Date: Fri 1
  - **Venue**: 69 Mangold Street, Newton Park, 6045 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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- **Event Name**: Koos Kombuis live at The Music Kitchen Fri 21st Aug
  - **Description**: Koos Kombuis live at The Music Kitchen 

Date: Fri 21st Aug 2026
Time: 19:30 (Doors open at 18:00)
Tickets: R200


All seating for this event is allocated and you will be given a table number on arrival. If tickets are purchased separately, please email i
  - **Venue**: 69 Mangold Street, Newton Park, 6045 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Port Elizabeth?
  - **A:** Medieval Fayre & Banquet : Ode to the Bard (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 10:00 am at Norm Hudlin Trails), Marktfees 2026 - Almost Heaven (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Old Tramways Building, Port Elizabeth, South Africa), Astron Energy Trail 2027 (Sun Feb 21 2027 at 06:30 am at Fat Tracks Containers), 15th Ebubeleni Music Festival 2026 (Sun Dec 27 2026 at 10:00 am at Gqeberha), Roots, Rides & Rhythm Heritage Festival (Thu Sep 24 2026 at 09:00 am at Fairview Sports Centre Port Elizabeth).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Port Elizabeth this weekend August 14–16, 2026?
  - **A:** Medieval Fayre & Banquet : Ode to the Bard (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 10:00 am at Norm Hudlin Trails).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Port Elizabeth in August 2026?
  - **A:** Medieval Fayre & Banquet : Ode to the Bard (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 10:00 am at Norm Hudlin Trails).
- **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 Norm Hudlin Trails, Old Tramways Building, Port Elizabeth, South Africa, 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 Medieval Fayre Banquet, Marktfees, 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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