Mandela Bay Theatre Complex

What. A. Night.
Part 2

Night 2 brought the Mandela Bay Jazz Legacy Festival 2026 to life with incredible music, unforgettable moments and an audience that showed up ready to celebrate jazz.

Thank you to everyone who shared the experience with us. Your energy, enthusiasm and love for live music helped make the evening one to remember.

Here's a look back at some of the moments that made Night 2 so special.

What. A. Night.
Part 1.

Night 2 brought the Mandela Bay Jazz Legacy Festival 2026 to life with incredible music, unforgettable moments and an audience that showed up ready to celebrate jazz.

Thank you to everyone who shared the experience with us. Your energy, enthusiasm and love for live music helped make the evening one to remember.

Here's a look back at some of the moments that made Night 2 so special.

Night 1 of the Mandela Bay Jazz Legacy Festival 2026 set the tone perfectly.

From the very first note, the atmosphere was electric as audiences gathered to celebrate the power, creativity and future of South African jazz. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the opening night such a special occasion.

The journey continues tonight.

Join us for Night 2 and experience another unforgettable evening of exceptional music and world-class talent. We can't wait to see you there.

Tickets are still available at the door.

The MBJLF Dialogue was a beautiful reminder that jazz is more than music — it is conversation, memory, storytelling, and community. 🎷

Thank you to our speakers, performers, guests, and partners who made the evening possible at the Mendi Art Centre.

We look forward to continuing the conversations as we build toward the Mandela Bay Jazz Legacy Festival.

See you at Night 1 of MBJLF 2026!

The spirit of jazz touched the Nelson Mandela University campus 🎷

As part of the build-up to the Mandela Bay Jazz Legacy Festival 2026, we brought the music directly to students through a vibrant busking activation filled with live performance, energy and celebration.

From spontaneous crowd moments to shared appreciation for live jazz, the activation created an exciting atmosphere while connecting students to the festival experience ahead of this year’s programme.

And the best part? 📚
Students receive 50% OFF tickets with valid student identification.

This is your opportunity to experience world-class jazz, incredible live performances and one of Mandela Bay’s premier cultural events — at half the price.

🎟️ Book your tickets now via Webtickets:
https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1593323450

A powerhouse voice. A commanding stage presence. An unforgettable performance awaits. 🎤🎷

The incredible Nomfundo Xaluva joins the Mandela Bay Jazz Legacy Festival 2026 as Act 2 on Night 2 (30 May 2026), bringing her unmistakable artistry and magnetic energy to one of the festival’s biggest evenings.

Renowned for her rich vocal expression and captivating live performances, Nomfundo continues to cement herself as one of South Africa’s most celebrated jazz voices — and this is your chance to experience her LIVE in Mandela Bay.

📍 Corner Kani-Ntshona Theatres Centre
🗓 30 May 2026 | 14:00

🎟️ Secure your tickets now via Webtickets:
https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1593323450