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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