Events in May

Have you ever wondered which events in May to visit or what to do and see when living in South Africa? Here are some of the best festivals and events in May in South Africa.

In our listing below we have included the most popular South African events for all provinces. These events are listed with links to event organisers so you can get more information and find out where to buy tickets.

Enjoy these great South African festivals and if you like this page, please spread the word and share with your family and friends.

What's on in South Africa?
May 2020

1 May 2020 - Long Weekend :-) Countrywide Worker's Day. Public Holiday. More info

24 April - 2 May 2020 Bloemfontein/Free State Annual 10-day Bloem Agricultural Show. More info.

30 April 2020 - 3 May 2020 Knysna/Western Cape Pink Loerie Mardi Gras. Carnival and Arts Festival. More info

9 - 10 May 2020 Riebeek Valley/Western Cape  Popular Olive Festival in the scenic Riebeek Valley. More info

15 - 17 May 2020 Franschhoek/Western Cape Franschhoek Literary Festival. More info

23 May 2020 Johannesburg/Gauteng Bassline Live Festival at Constitution Hill. More info

27 - 30 May 2020 Cape Town/Western Cape Cape Town Big Band Jazz Festival at the Baxter Theatre. More info

For more May events in Cape Town and the Western Cape

please go to our special page on ExpatCapeTown.

Great South Africa Shows and Exhibition
Events in May 2020

There are many exhibitions and shows that cater not only for trade visitors but also are open to the public. The May Events listed below provide great insights for all living in South Africa.

30 April 2020 - 3 May 2020 Cape Town/Western Cape Decorex Cape Town at the CTICC. More info

11 - 14 May 2020 Durban/KwaZulu-Natal Travel Indaba 2020 at the ICC. More info

12 - 14 May 2020 Cape Town/Western Cape African Utility Week at the CTICC. Africa's premier power and water utilities expo. More info

23 May 2020 Johannesburg/Gauteng Kingsmead Book Fair. Fifth annual book fair at Kingsmead College in Rosebank. More info

Looking for more great things to do and to see in South Africa?

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Disclaimer: This events listing is for information purposes only. You should contact the event organiser to confirm any dates in advance.

Image Credits for Events in May: Image by various events organisers. Other images by SATourism, Shutterstock and own images.

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