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National Arts Festival – June to July, Grahamstown, South Africa
Africa’s largest cultural event and African celebrations, this annual extravaganza sees the normally quiet streets of Grahamstown transformed into a hive of colorful activity that attracts local and international stars alike.
Every available room becomes a performance venue, and every park or sports field becomes a flea market to showcase over 600 separate acts, from drama to music to stand-up comedy and everything in between! 
This is one of the best cities in South Africa and the National Arts Festival gives you a great excuse to explore this understated destination.
Other things to do in Grahamstown

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  Cathedral of St Michael and St George
  
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  International Library of African Music
  
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  Provost military prison
  
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  1820 Settlers National Monument
  
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  Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
  
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  Kwantu Private Game Reserve
  

Where to stay in Grahamstown?
Grahamstown, South Africa is full of fantastic guest houses to try, suiting all budgets. Here are some of our favorites:

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  A Stones Throw Hotel ($43)
  
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  8A Grahamstown Luxury Guest House ($85)
  
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  Jenny’s Guest House ($63)
  

Hermanus Whale Festival – late September, South Africa
Described as an ‘Enviro-Arts’ festival, the real stars of this show are the migrating Southern Right Whales, who are the main focus of this South African celebrations.
Hermanus is renowned as the best land-based whale-watching destination in the world. Each year some 100,000 visitors flock to the pretty seaside town to experience the whales.
Enjoy some truly delicious food, and revel in great music and a festive atmosphere! And don’t forget to greet others with these different ways to say Hello in South Africa.
This is a great festival for the whole family, with kid’s entertainment, street parades, live shows, film, music, local arts and crafts, the Marine ECO Village, and even a Whales and Wheels Classic Car Show!