Potchefstroom Pulse: What’s On This Week (17 – 25 July 2025)
- Charlene Bekker
- Jul 17
- 4 min read
As winter winds down and Potchefstroom buzzes with mid-year energy, there’s no shortage of excitement and inspiration on offer. Whether you’re in the mood for live music, student festivals, family markets, or something meaningful to mark Mandela Day, this week’s event lineup has it all.
Here’s a full breakdown of what’s happening in Potchefstroom from Thursday, 17 July to Friday, 25 July 2025:
Future Radio Live @ Texas Bar 🗓️When: 17 July 2025 📌Where: 82 Steve Biko St, Potchefstroom ⏰Time: 20:00 🎟️Tickets: Free Entry 📞Contact: N/A Alternative rock meets visual storytelling as @FutureRadioBand brings their BREAKOUT TOUR to The Texas Bar. Expect powerful punk rock riffs, roaring vocals, and high-energy performance. The venue promises great vibes, cold brews, and epic burgers!
Henru & Schwabie @ Loop Straat
🗓️When: 18 July 2025
📌Where: 37 Loop St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: 18:00
🎟️Tickets: R80
📞Contact: Riaan – 082 571 8557
Enjoy a warm Friday night filled with live Afrikaans acoustic tunes by Henru & Schwabie. An intimate evening with music, community, and creativity.
Operation Compassion Golf Day
🗓️When: 18 July 2025
📌Where: Mooi River Avenue, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Tee-off TBA
🎟️Tickets: R2000 (4 Ball), R1500 (Hole Sponsor)
📞Contact: 062 169 6547
Fundraiser Golf Day to support Operation Compassion’s community upliftment programmes. Enjoy a social round while supporting skills training and feeding initiatives.
67 Minutes with Potch Animal Welfare
🗓️When: 18 July 2025
📌Where: 2 Viljoen St, Miederpark
⏰Time: All Day
🎟️Tickets: Free
📞Contact: 071 681 9264
Mark Mandela Day by spending your 67 minutes walking dogs or cuddling cats. Help our furry friends while honouring Madiba’s legacy.
Children Art Class - Vacation Fest
🗓️When: 18 July 2025
📌Where: Potchefstroom (Exact location upon registration)
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: Not listed
📞Contact: Anrie – 082 774 2246
A fun-filled, creative kids’ art class using acrylics, clay, and 3D textures. Only one class available , space is limited. Book early!
Varsmark -Support Local
🗓️When: 19 July 2025
📌Where: Bond Street, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: 08:30 – 13:00
🎟️Tickets: Free Entry
📞Contact: N/A
Browse fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and unique handmade goods. Featured vendor: The Tiffan ,famous for their Eastern samoosas and heartwarming dishes.
Patria Studentfest
🗓️When: 19 July 2025
📌Where: Snowflake, 2 Kock St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: 12:00 – 23:30
🎟️Tickets: R250 incl. Festival Cup
📞Contact: Multiple Ambassadors (see flyer)
Massive student festival with performances by Robbie Wessels, Early B, Riaan Benade, Henru & Schwabie, and more! Expect food stalls, beer tents, Miss Patria contest, and unforgettable memories. No tickets at the gate.
Parkrun Madela Day Volunteer
🗓️When: 19 July 2025
📌Where: JB Marks Local Municipality
⏰Time: Early morning
🎟️Tickets: Free
📞Contact: kleinplaas@parkrun.com
Give your 67 minutes by volunteering at the weekly parkrun, from cheering on runners to managing finish lines. Make a real difference with a small act of kindness.
Men's Amateur Golf Event
🗓️When: 20 July 2025
📌Where: Potchefstroom (Venue TBC)
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: R300
📞Contact: WhatsApp 066 297 3028
Open to all male amateur golfers affiliated with a registered union or golf club. A great day of competition and camaraderie.
Photography 101 Short Course
🗓️When: Starts 22 July 2025
📌Where: SAAHST, 59 Dr James Moroka Ave
⏰Time: Evenings – 2 classes/week, 5 weeks
🎟️Tickets: Contact for rates
📞Contact: 018 294 9000 / 064 624 1548 | shortcourses@saahst.co.za
Level up your content creation skills! Learn camera control, composition, editing in Lightroom/Photoshop. Great for beginners and social media enthusiasts.
Oh Julie! at LyriMus Theater
🗓️When: 25 July 2025
📌Where: 2 Waterbok Ave, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: R50 pp
📞Contact: Braam – 082 570 4838
Say farewell to winter with an intimate, cosy event hosted by Braam. Only 50 seats available , book fast!
Gian Groen & Illimar Neitz Live
🗓️When: 25 July 2025
📌Where: 37 Loop St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: 18:00
🎟️Tickets: R220
📞Contact: Riaan – 082 571 8557
A soulful musical performance awaits! Enjoy an evening of live music with two of SA’s beloved performers in an intimate setting.
Asambo Blood Drive
🗓️When: 25 July 2025
📌Where: 18 Goetz St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: All Day
🎟️Tickets: Free
📞Contact: N/A
Join the life-saving effort with Asambo Giving Back. Each donation saves up to three lives. Show your support and make a lasting impact in your community. Stay Connected with Your Community From arts and culture to sport and service - this week in Potchefstroom proves once again that our town is alive with opportunity, energy, and heart. Whether you’re out supporting local markets, jamming to your favourite artists, or giving back in honour of Mandela Day – Potch has something for everyone.
Be there. Be present. Be part of it.
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