Winter is officially here, but there is no shortage of things to do in Nelson Mandela Bay this June. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, sporting action, foodie experiences or family-friendly outings, the Bay has something on offer.

The Algoa Bay Whale Festival returns to Nelson Mandela Bay on 6 and 7 June 2026 with a weekend celebrating marine conservation, coastal heritage and the annual humpback whale migration along the Eastern Cape coastline.

Winter in Nelson Mandela Bay brings cooler temperatures, clear skies, and perfect hiking conditions. From rugged coastal trails to peaceful nature reserves, the Eastern Cape offers plenty of scenic escapes for outdoor lovers during the colder months. Whether you’re after an easy walk or a more adventurous route, these hiking spots are worth adding to…

The weekend has officially arrived, and whether you’re looking for a chilled coffee run, a family outing, live music, shopping, or something fun to do with friends, Nelson Mandela Bay has plenty happening.

Whether you are planning your next Instagram photo dump, looking for aesthetic coffee spots or simply wanting to romanticise life in the Bay a little, Nelson Mandela Bay has no shortage of photogenic corners.

Living in Nelson Mandela Bay sometimes means forgetting that people literally travel here for the things we see every day.

The SPAR Kirkwood Wildsfees has officially revealed its 2026 main stage artist lineup, promising what organisers are calling the “Dikste Baljaar” yet for festival-goers across the Eastern Cape.

South African music, dance and nostalgia are set to take centre stage once again as AFRO FIESTA VOL. 2 returns to Gqeberha following the overwhelming success of its Freedom Day preview performance earlier this year.

Luxury beauty experiences are often associated with larger South African cities, but Bliss is proving that Nelson Mandela Bay belongs in that conversation too.

Discarded curtains, bedding, upholstery and fabric offcuts are being transformed into fashion statements as Glad Rags 2026 officially moves into its next creative phase in Gqeberha.