5 Things to do on a Sunday in GQ, That Aren’t a Nap or a Netflix Binge

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Sundays in Gqeberha. For some, it’s sacred snooze time. For others, it’s the weekly pilgrimage to an event, market, or that same friend’s braai. But what if I told you there’s a whole lot more to do in GQ on a Sunday, no event wristbands, no endless yawning under a blanket, just good food, fresh air, and a little bit of adventure?

Think of this as your cheat sheet to making Sundays the main character of your week.

Grassroof: Pizza, Ice Cream, Walkies (and Donkeys!)
Here’s my idea of a balanced Sunday diet: pizza in one hand, ice cream in the other, and a post-carb “walkie” to soothe my conscience. Grassroof has that perfect “let’s pretend we’re in the countryside” vibe without ever leaving town. There’s even a 5km walking loop for when you want to earn that ice cream, and if you’re lucky, you’ll spot a donkey or horse or two along the way. And if you time it right, a stop at Sardinia Bay for sunset turns the day into a rom-com finale.

Crossways Market: Twice a Month, Twice the Charm
PE markets are like that cool cousin who doesn’t visit every weekend but makes a grand entrance when they do. Crossways happens twice a month, and it’s worth waiting for. Local crafts, delicious food, and people-watching that feels like scrolling Instagram in real life. Bonus: it’s the kind of place where you will run into someone you know.

Londt Park Shooting Range: Your Sunday Plot Twist
So, you’ve driven down Cape Road and seen that mysterious shooting range on your left? Guess what, it’s open on Sundays. Whether you’re channelling Tiger Woods or just want to try something new, it’s the perfect “unexpected” activity to throw into your weekend plans.

Elements: The Sunday All-Rounder
Elements isn’t just a restaurant. It’s a drive, it’s a vibe, and it’s basically a choose-your-own-adventure book in real life. You’ve got multiple bars, a kids’ play area for the little humans, putt-putt for the competitive ones, and occasionally a market. It’s the kind of spot where no one in the group can complain, because there’s literally something for everyone.

Cape Recife + Ziggy’s R&R Bar: Nature Meets R&R
Sometimes, Sundays call for salty hair and sandy shoes. Cape Recife is the underrated gem for a leisurely stroll, whether you’re chasing lighthouse selfies, spotting rare birds from the hides, or just pretending to be sporty while secretly planning your snack stop. And when you’re done? Ziggy’s R&R Bar at Pine Lodge is waiting with a treat that feels like the ultimate Sunday mic drop.

Sundays in PE don’t have to be a coin toss between “sleep until Monday” or “find a random event.” They can be pizzas, sunsets, secret shooting ranges, lighthouse walks, and cocktails with sand still between your toes. In a city where the wind writes half the script, you get to write the rest.

So maybe the real Sunday question isn’t “what’s on?” but “what’s out there?”