Heavy Metal Mayhem as Worlds Collide in Potchefstroom 18 April

Local rock and metal fans are in for a loud Saturday on 18 April 2026. The Snowflake venue, located at 1 Piet Bosman St, is set to host "Worlds Collide," an event bringing together some of the country's most prominent tribute acts and metal performers for a single-night marathon of heavy riffs.

The Line-up

The evening features a double-bill of South Africa's largest tribute bands. Meteora, a Linkin Park tribute, and 3 Dollar Bill, a Limp Bizkit experience, are the primary draws for the night. They are joined by Die Gemeente, currently one of the busiest metal acts in the country.

The local scene is represented by Kerk Straat, who will be handling the opening slot. Keeping the momentum going between sets is France The Planet, who serves as both the evening's MC and the DJ. Fans can expect a curated selection of rock and metal tracks throughout the night to ensure the volume never actually drops.

Schedule and Times

Doors open at 17:00, with the music starting immediately. The organisers have provided a strict running order to help attendees manage their earplugs:

• 17:00: Doors Open / France The Planet (Opening Set)

• 18:00: Kerk Straat

• 19:20: Die Gemeente

• 20:40: 3 Dollar Bill (Limp Bizkit Experience)

• 22:00: Meteora (Linkin Park Tribute)

• 23:00: France The Planet (After-party Set)

Ticket Tiers and Pricing

As is standard with these events, those who plan ahead save a few Rands. Tickets are sold in phases, with the price increasing as the event date approaches.

• Phase 1: R100 (Available until 31 March)

• Phase 2: R150 (From 1 April until 17:00 on 18 April)

• At the Door: R200

Those looking to secure a spot can find tickets online via the official ticket site or check the event's Facebook page for updates. For those who prefer the old-school approach or encounter technical glitches, Dylan Barker is the point of contact at 082-925-7278.