May brings a vibrant mix of events to Nelson Mandela Bay, from family markets and cultural festivals to theatrical performances and culinary delights. Here’s your guide to the top happenings this month:
1. Sacred Heart Family Market
📅 3 May 2025
📍 Sacred Heart Grounds, Port Elizabeth
A family-friendly market featuring jumping castles, ice cream, face painting, and ceramic painting for the kids. Explore homemade preserves, cakes, bakes, arts, and crafts.
2. Windsong Bohemian Market
📅 3 May 2025
📍 The Green at Holmeleigh Farmyard, Port Elizabeth
A bohemian market offering cozy handcrafted winter woolies, live music, and a variety of creative stalls. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
3. Crossways Village Market
📅 4 May & 25 May 2025
📍 Crossways Farm Village, Thornhill
Enjoy over 120 stalls under blue gum trees, featuring food trucks, farmers, artisans, crafts, fashion, décor, plants, and flowers. Activities include pony rides, train rides, and face painting.
4. The Blues Brothers
📅 9–10 May 2025
📍 Centrestage at Baywest, Gqeberha
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Olivier and Vita Award-winning production with a revival performed by an exclusive Gqeberha cast. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
5. Ferndale Forest Foraging
📅 10 May 2025
📍 The Dragon Fruit Farm (Ferndale), Gqeberha
A guided walk along a forested riverbank to explore species identification, traditional uses, and foraging value. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
6. Mother’s Day at The Beach Hotel
📅 11 May 2025
📍 The Beach Hotel, Summerstrand
Treat your mom to an afternoon of delectable starters, main meals, and desserts with a buffet lunch. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
7. iBhayi Fiesta Launch & Mother’s Day Celebration
📅 11 May 2025
📍 Victoria Park, Gqeberha
Enjoy live music, local food stalls, and family-friendly activities at this vibrant celebration.
8. Kusudama Origami Flower Workshop
📅 21 May 2025
📍 Venue TBC
Learn the art of creating beautiful paper flowers in this hands-on Kusudama Origami workshop, paired with a guided wine tasting. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
9. Nineteen33 Speakeasy: Wild Wild West Night
📅 23 May 2025
📍 Nineteen33 Speakeasy, Fairview
Experience a Wild West-themed evening with live entertainment and a cowboy twist.
10. Bloom’in Winter Fashion Affair
📅 24 May 2025
📍 Venue TBC
Enjoy an afternoon of style, surprises, and unforgettable moments at this highly anticipated fashion event.
11. Aquarium Expo 2025
📅 30 May – 1 June 2025
📍 Venue TBC
Explore the world of aquatic wonders at the Aquarium Expo 2025, featuring an Aquascaping Contest and a showcase of aquatic products.
12. Smells Like the 90s
📅 31 May 2025
📍 Old Grey, Gqeberha
Relive the golden era of grunge, pop rock, and alternative anthems with a live performance at Old Grey. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
13. Mandela Bay Music Video Film Festival
📅 31 May 2025
📍 Atheneum, Central, Gqeberha
Celebrate music and film with a showcase of top music videos, industry discussions, and networking opportunities. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
For more details and bookings, visit the Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Events Calendar.
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