August is bursting with exciting events in Nelson Mandela Bay, offering something for everyone. From heartfelt theatre to fashion showcases, here’s a roundup of what’s happening this month.
Every Brilliant Thing
Date: 07 August 2024
Description: Experience a heartfelt theatrical evening celebrating life’s joys. This play strikes a perfect balance between life’s struggles and its sweet moments.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: A touching performance praised by The Independent (London).
Bathurst Country Affair
Date: 08 – 11 August 2024
Description: An annual festival featuring a market, theatre shows, live music, wine tasting, gin tasting, food trucks, and a cooking competition.
Venue: Bathurst
Highlights: A diverse lineup of entertainment and culinary delights.
The Beach Hotel Bubbly Brunch
Date: 09 August 2024
Description: Enjoy a coastal feast with a bubbly brunch.
Venue: The Beach Hotel
Highlights: Starts at 10:30 am, priced at R185 per person.
Hacklewood Hill Country House Brunch
Date: 09 August 2024
Description: Delight in a scrumptious meal in a charming, serene setting.
Venue: Hacklewood Hill Country House
Highlights: Priced at R265 per person.
African Sky’s Venue Women’s Day Market
Date: 09 August 2024
Description: Celebrate Women’s Day with live music, various stalls, crafts, and food trucks.
Venue: African Sky’s Venue, 120 Nassau Street, Theescombe
Highlights: From 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, with ample parking on Sonop Street.
Doek on Fleek – Shades of Nude National Picnic
Date: 10 August 2024
Description: A lifestyle picnic celebrating shades of nude.
Venue: Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
Highlights: Ticket prices range from R100 to R200.
MBOKODO RISE 2024
Date: 10 August 2024
Description: A highlight of Gqebera’s social calendar featuring leaders and experts in finance, overcoming adversity, and women’s issues.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: Engaging sessions with sought-after speakers.
Eastern Cape Fashion Week 2024
Date: 10 August 2024
Description: The premier fashion event showcasing local designers and NMU Fashion Design Students.
Venue: Boardwalk ICC, Gqeberha
Highlights: Features 10 local designers and a guest designer.
Date Night Wednesdays
Date: 14, 21, 28 August 2024
Description: A romantic evening out every Wednesday.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: Perfect for a mid-week date.
Hacklewood Hill Country House De Grendel Wine Pairing
Date: 14 August 2024
Description: Enjoy an exquisite De Grendel wine pairing evening.
Venue: Hacklewood Hill Country House
Highlights: Priced at R475 per person, starting at 6:30 pm.
Amobia Great Escape Outdoor Expo
Date: 17 – 18 August 2024
Description: An expo celebrating all things outdoors.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: Businesses contributing to an engaging platform for outdoor enthusiasts.
Digital Entrepreneurship & Content Marketing Workshop
Date: 19 August 2024
Description: Two-in-one workshop by Bilal Kathrada of IT Varsity.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: Master digital entrepreneurship and content marketing.
Crafting at the Cinema
Date: 23 August 2024
Description: A creative evening watching a movie while crafting.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: Starts at 6:00 pm with various vendor stalls.
GINGER THE RESTAURANT PAUL CLUVER WINE PAIRING
Date: 23 August 2024
Description: An elegant evening of wine pairing.
Venue: Ginger The Restaurant
Highlights: A sophisticated event with exquisite wines.
Nyosi Women’s Retreat
Date: 23 August 2024
Description: A rejuvenating retreat for women.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: A day dedicated to relaxation and empowerment.
KDX VOL. 10
Date: 25 August 2024
Description: A vibrant event featuring KRISSIDANCE and DARREN ROCKMAN.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: Discounted registration available.
The Re-Seconds Market 8th Birthday
Date: 25 August 2024
Description: Celebrate the market’s 8th birthday with fresh produce, arts, crafts, and thrift stalls.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: Stalls start at R150, fun for the whole family.
Nelson Mandela Bay Dance Festival
Date: 26 – 31 August 2024
Description: A dazzling dance festival at the Savoy Theatre.
Venue: Savoy Theatre
Highlights: Celebrating 43 years of dance excellence.
The Rocky Horror Tribute Show
Date: 29 – 31 August 2024
Description: A tribute to the cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”.
Venue: Old Grey Sports Club Main Hall
Highlights: Starts at 7:00 pm each night.
Family Day – SAAF Museum Port Elizabeth
Date: 31 August 2024
Description: A fun-filled family day at the SAAF Museum.
Venue: SAAF Museum, Forest Hill Drive, Southdene
Highlights: From 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, with activities for all ages.
Genesis Fight League Chapter 6
Date: 31 August 2024
Description: A thrilling event of boxing and MMA.
Venue: To be announced
Highlights: Includes live streaming of Springboks vs All Blacks.
Mark your calendars and enjoy the vibrant events this August in Nelson Mandela Bay!
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