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June 2026

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EVERY THURSDAY: Kids Trail Run at Hillcrest Trails, Corner of Hillcrest and Coad Roads, Beacon Bay, from 5.15pm.

EVERY THURSDAY: Karaoke Thursday at Legends Creative Club, Berea from 6pm to 8.30pm. WA: 065 573 9365.

PARKRUNS EVERY SATURDAY: Kidd's Beach, Orient Beach, Sunrise On Sea.

Fri 12 June | ECAC Trivia Night
Put your knowledge to the test at this fun-filled monthly Trivia Night in aid of East Coast Animal Care (ECAC). Teams of up to five can compete for prizes, with all proceeds going towards animal welfare. Meals and drinks will be available from the venue bar and restaurant.
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. 6pm for a 6:30pm start. R50 per person
📞 Inkwenkwezi: 043 734 3234 | Alex: 067 336 9540. Reserve your trivia table when booking your meal.

Fri 12 June | 18:30–20:00 | NeuroAcademy, No. 2 Third Street, Gonubie
Line music fundraiser for NeuroAcademy with Kerry Hiles. Bring your cooler box, camp chair and picnic basket (or purchase a boerie roll on site) and enjoy an evening of live music. Cost: R100 per person. Bookings: 077 294 4089.

Fri 12 June | Open Mic Night
Whether you're a musician, poet, comedian or simply enjoy local talent, head along for an evening of live entertainment and creativity at Bay Collective's Open Mic Night.
Bay Collective, Spargs Centre, Beacon Bay. 6:30pm – 9:30pm. Free entry. Hosted by Ivesets.

Sat 13 June | Southern Cross Cruises – 2-Hour Ocean Cruise. Enjoy a relaxing two-hour cruise along the East London coastline and keep an eye out for marine life while taking in spectacular ocean views. 8:30am. R490pp. Bookings: 073 257 2319

13 June 2026: Village Vanguard Market Day at The Circle, Gonubie. Time: 11:00 – 16:00. A relaxed outdoor village-style market day with food, stalls and entertainment. Free entry. Contact: info.thepopupteam@gmail.com.

13 June 2026: Disneyland Vocalist Auditions South Africa at The Alexander Playhouse, Chiselhurst, East London. Time: 10:00 sign-up | 10:30 start. Hong Kong Disneyland vocalist auditions for South African performers. Contact: thecolabnetwork@gmail.com.

13 June 2026: Blood Drive – Celebrate 100 Years of Service at Spargs Beacon Bay. Time: 09:00 – 15:00. SANBS and Rotary Club of East London blood drive aiming to collect 100 units of blood. Contact: Venue enquiries via Spargs Beacon Bay.

Sat 13 June | Fundraiser & Auction for Symphony
Join the community for a special fundraising evening in support of Symphony, a beautiful 10-year-old mare who urgently needs specialised surgery for a bone chip in her coffin bone joint. Funds raised will help cover surgery, travel and recovery costs. The evening will include an auction, with local businesses and members of the public invited to donate items, services or vouchers. Live music by Emmzie will add to the atmosphere. Bay Collective, Spargs Centre, Beacon Bay. 6pm. Free entry. Live music by Emmzie. Support the Back a Buddy campaign: backabuddy.co.za/campaign/help-symphony
Donations and auction sponsorships welcome.

Sat 13 June | 15:30–19:30 | Jolly Roger, Chintsa West
Free Saturday Soirée with Kerry Hiles. Shake off the winter blues in a beautiful coastal setting with live music, a great menu and a fully stocked bar. Free entry.

Sat 13 June | Border Bulldogs vs Griffons
The Border Bulldogs kick off their 2026 Currie Cup First Division campaign at home against the Griffons. Come and support local rugby. Police Park, Vincent. 3pm kick-off.

Sun 14 June | Buffs Indoor & Outdoor Flea Market
Shop for Father's Day gifts and browse a wide variety of stalls featuring crafts, gifts, collectables, food and more. Buffs Club, 1 Buffalo Park Drive. 10am – 2pm. Nikki Bell: 063 969 4842.  Vendors welcome.

Sun 14 June | East London Model Engineering Society Running Day
Enjoy a morning of miniature train rides and family fun at the Agricultural Showgrounds. Perfect for children and train enthusiasts alike. Agricultural Showgrounds. 10am – 12:30pm.
Free train rides. Weather permitting. How to get there: Take the N2 direction Mthatha, take Brakfontein turn off. Turn left, Showgrounds on your left. Free entry, free rides, donations welcome.

Mon 15 June | Youth Day Culture Session
A special cultural gathering featuring heritage food, curated sounds, culture and good times as a prelude to Mogodu Monday. House 87, Quigney. From 2pm till late. Free entry. 067 126 6242.

15 June 2026: ELYC Trivia Night at Dot.Com Restaurant. Time: 18:30 for 19:00 start. Trivia night fundraiser in support of both ELYC teams competing in MSC Week Regatta. Teams of four welcome. Contact: Entry fee R200 per team. 072 375 8044.

Tue 16 June | Disney & Friends. A family-friendly Youth Day production presented by the Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts, featuring beloved characters, music and dance. Alexander Playhouse. 12pm. Adults R100 | Scholars R80. Tickets available at Webtickets and at the door.

Tue 16 June | Afrika Sings – The Late Legends. Celebrate African music, dance and culture in this vibrant Youth Day production showcasing legendary songs and performers. Alexander Playhouse, Cambridge. 3pm. Adults R100 | Scholars R80. Tickets available at Webtickets and at the door.

Sun 21 June | Ubuntu Youth Day Market Pop-Up. Celebrate Youth Day while supporting local crafters, creatives and small businesses. A great opportunity to shop local and enjoy community spirit. Heroes Park, Aquarium Road, Quigney. 10am – 5pm. Free entry.  WhatsApp 060 627 4158. Vendor spaces available at no charge.

Tue 23 June | Echoes of Elegance. Hudson Park Primary School presents an evening of art, music and dance featuring special guest performances. Artwork will be on sale and refreshments will be available before the show. Guild Theatre, East London. Doors open 5pm, show starts 6pm. R150 | Pensioners & Scholars R80. Tickets available from Webtickets.

Tue 23 June | De Novo Serenata – An Evening of Music
Enjoy a spectacular evening of music and entertainment presented by Clarendon High School for Girls' Chamber Choir, De Novo Serenata. Audiences can look forward to beautiful choral performances, dynamic choreography, lighting effects, audience participation, a vibrant mix of musical styles and a few surprises along the way. Special guest performers will also feature. Proceeds will support the choir's participation in the prestigious Summa Cum Laude International Youth Music Festival at Sun City. Refreshments will be on sale. Clarendon High School for Girls. 6pm. R40 scholars | R60 adults. Book online: qkt.io/Sz8oMq
Clarendon High School for Girls Choir Fundraiser Event.

Wed 24 June | 19:00 | Summit Lifestyle Event Centre, N6, East London
The Story of Eva Cassidy presented by Misery Loves Company and Wêla Kapela Productions. Discover the remarkable story and music of the late Eva Cassidy, whose interpretations of songs such as Fields of Gold, Over the Rainbow and Songbird captured hearts around the world. Doors open at 18:00. Bar and food available. Tickets: R100 per person. Bookings: 082 327 0627.

27 June 2026: Ceramic Painting on the Verandah at Pinecreek Restaurant & Farmstall. Time: 11:00 – 14:00. Creative ceramic painting workshop hosted by Rose Madder Pottery Studio at Bloomin’ Marvellous. Contact: Myfanwy – 065 971 5747.

Sat 27 June | Viva Musica Ensemble Concert. Enjoy an afternoon of timeless orchestral and vocal music with the Viva Musica Ensemble. The programme features works by celebrated composers including Handel, Mozart, Verdi and Leonard Bernstein, performed by talented local musicians and guest artists Joy Sparg (soprano) and Lara Vellema (flute). A collection will be taken in aid of the Childhood Cancer Foundation (CHOC). Stirling Presbyterian Church, Cecil Lloyd Street, Stirling. 3pm. Free entry. Collection in aid of CHOC (Childhood Cancer Foundation). Car guards will be in attendance. Everyone is welcome – bring family and friends.

27 June 2026: The Quigney Winter Market at House 87, Quigney, KuGompo. Time: Times to be confirmed. Winter market experience curated by House 87 in collaboration with Kids Love Jazz. Contact: 067 126 6242.

28 June 2026: ECLB Underage Drinking Awareness Run at Beacon Bay Crossing. Time: Race times as per entry category. 21km and 10km awareness run, plus a 2.1km and 4km family fun run/walk. Enter on Webtickets.

29 June – 3 July 2026: Into The Wild Holiday Club at Everyday People Church, 72 Jan Smuts Avenue, Greenfields. Time: 08:00 – 13:00. Holiday club adventure programme for Grade 1–7 learners featuring themed activities and fun experiences. Cost R100 for the week, with sponsorships available. Contact: WhatsApp Nambitha – 061 901 8158 | 043 736 3040 | nambitha.sobekwa882@gmail.com.

29 June – 1 July 2026: Illumination Station at Redeemer Christian Church & Stirling Primary School. Time: 08:00 – 12:30. Christian holiday programme focused on “Shining a Light on Who Jesus Really Is” for Grade 1–6 learners. Grade 1–3 at Redeemer Christian Church and Grade 4–6 at Stirling Primary School. Registration essential via www.redeemer.co.za

COMING UP IN JULY:

03 - 11 July 2026: Sardine Festival. Entertainment for the whole family. Street party, 5km/10km/16km trail run, Art exhibitions, Beer tasting, Market day, Eco talks and much, much more. For full programme schedule, please visit www.hellochintsa.co.za

03-04 July 2026: The Staccatos are back on stage!! Pioneers of South African Rock THE STACCATOS CELEBRATE 65 YEARS OF MUSIC & uphold their reputation as South Africa’s longest-running band Their Record-Breaking Hit: “Cry to Me” was recorded in 1968, a song that would become a monumental hit in South Africa. The show features, among others, hits from Roy Orbison, The Monkees, Leonard Skinner, The Beatles, CCR, The Archies, Neil Diamond, Michael Bolton, The Animals, The Doobie Brothers, Elvis, Status Quo, Glenn Frey, Bob Seger and South Africa’s own beat band, The Staccatos! Guild Theatre. 7pm. Book on Webtickets or at Pick n Pay.

04 July 2026: Berea Gardens Winter Warmth Bazaar at 62 Jarvis Road, Berea. Time: Gates open 08:30. Community bazaar with cakes, books, food stalls, pottery, gifts and more. Contact: 043 726 5319.

04 July 2026: Cintsa Sardine Festival Market Day at Cintsa Country Club. Time: 10:00 – 15:00. Market day featuring 100+ stalls, food trailers, kids play area, cash bar and live music by John Lawrie. Contact: Jenny – 082 657 4787.

04 July 2026: Colour Run & Family Market at Old Selbornian’s Ostrich Field. Time: Times to be confirmed. Family-friendly colour run and market day hosted by Nate’s Car Sales and Calvary Youth. Contact: 082 546 2280.

04 July 2026: Sardine Festival Trail Run at Emerald Vale Brewery. Time: 08:30. Trail run featuring 5km, 10km and 16km routes. Registration and late entries from 07:30. Contact: Entries via Quicket.

04 July 2026: ELIDZ – Old Mutual Run the Zone at ELIDZ Precinct. Time: 07:00 and 07:15 starts. 5km and 10km race event with prize money and race giveaways. Contact: Maduna – 083 752 6794 | Zizi – 083 761 5935.

11 July 2026: Wizards on Wheels Car Show 2026 at Stirling Primary School. Time: 10:00 – 15:00. Family car and bike show with entertainment, flea markets, face painting, jumping castles and food stalls. Contact: Barry Gradwell – 067 683 3022.