Getting Artsy Down In The Bay This Weekend

This long weekend we are spoiled for choice from festivals to sports events.

Apart from the Isixhosa Festival we also have the Northern Gems Festival. 

Billed as a festival of Hope for the Northern Areas Artists, the Northern Gems Festival is for the whole family to enjoy. From the seniors to the kiddies. A festival for music lovers, food lovers, and many more. 

MCs for the day are Scharney Van Wyngaard, Bradley Goldman, Giggsy, and Francois Scholtz. They are supported by DJs Jay Em, Executive, Rani, and Zee.  Not to mention the highly anticipated headliners Early B, Bevin Samuels, Lisa Love, Chapter 3, Zaybo, Mia Liah, Whanie, and more.

Where? Gelvandale Cricket Fields

When? Saturday, April 29, 09:00

Cost? Free

Contact: info@zlentertainment.co.za

Here are some more fun events and activities planned for the weekend and week ahead.

If you would like to add your event to our listing please complete the following form alternatively, don’t hesitate to email editor@041online.co.za with the subject line “events”.

Marktfees-ie a Market for Kids

What? We want to provide parents with a safe, clean and friendly environment to shop in offering an abundance of quality children’s items from toys, books, clothes and educational tools, whilst there will be plenty for Mom and Dad as well.

Where? The Tramways Building

When? 27 Apr 2023 – 29 Apr 2023

Cost? R40

Contact: admin@marktfees.co.za

Skhumba

What? Skhumba Hlophe “As I Was Saying” Comedy Show

Where? Boardwalk ICC, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

When? Friday, 28 April 19:00

Cost? R225.00 

Contact:maserame.moseneke@suninternational.com

Neon Dream’s “The sunshine tour” 

What? Neon Dream’s “The sunshine tour” by Ft Coleman Hell (Canadian platinum-selling artist) and the Saxby Twins.

Where? Music Kitchen

When? Thursday, April 27 19:30 

Cost? R290

Ladies of the 80s

What? Get your legwarmers, neons and high ponytails ready to party with the Ladies of the 80s

Where? Old Grey Sports Club!

When? Friday, April 28

Cost? R120 – R150

Contact: For bookings contact: 076 322 9850

Windsong Bohemian Autumn Market

What? 90 Stalls are nestled under and amongst the indigenous trees and other flora at this beautiful venue next to the Baakens River.

Where? Kragga Kamma Voortrekkers, Sunridge Park

When? Saturday, April 29 9:00

Cost? Free

Bosbok Trail Run

What? Take a 15-minute drive from Sunridge Park and you will arrive at a magical venue filled with the most breathtaking single track and scenery we have found in Port Elizabeth. This event offers a distance for everyone and we have a little 20km Challenge which will set the true trailers apart from the rest.

Where? The Island Nature Reserve

When? Sunday, April 30

Cost? Varies per race

Contact: 071 674 7694

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