Tamlyn Wessels Lights Up the Stage at LiggieFees@Potch on 5 December 2025

Charlene Bekker
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On the evening of 5 December 2025, the festive grounds of LiggieFees@Potch will welcome the rising Afrikaans-song talent Tamlyn Wessels for an unforgettable performance. This marks a special slot late in the festival, when lights, music and community spirits converge under the Potchefstroom sky.

A Story of Resilience and Song

Tamlyn Wessels hails from Pretoria and her journey is one of remarkable resilience. In 2017, while still in Grade 7, she was struck by the rare autoimmune condition Guillain–Barré syndrome, which left her unable to move her eyelids and temporarily paralyzed.

Rather than delay her musical dreams, Wessels turned this challenge into fuel, going on to build a songwriting and performing career under her own name. Her music catalogue includes tracks such as Klein Bietjie (official music-video released 2024) and Lui Voete, showcasing her emotive voice and modern Afrikaans pop style. Her social media presence and recording releases suggest an artist in ascendancy, blending story, style and sincerity.

Why This Performance Is a Festival Highlight

LiggieFees is broadly recognised as a major community-and-charity event for Potchefstroom. With thousands of lights, festive food stalls and family-friendly entertainment, it offers a rich atmosphere of giving and celebration.

When Tamlyn takes the stage at 5 December, she brings a distinctive voice to the line-up: younger, fresh, and grounded in resilience. Her presence not only gives the festival musical diversity but also connects with local audiences who appreciate Afrikaans music that speaks to real life, not just showmanship.

For attendees this means:

A unique live experience: Tamlyn’s recent singles and videos attest to her strong live potential, and the festival setting promises to deliver it under starry skies.
A meaningful connection: knowing her back-story adds emotional weight to the performance - she isn’t just singing songs, she’s celebrating triumph.
A late-festival highlight: placing her on the 5 December slot allows the festival to build momentum through the week and arrive at this evening with energy.

What to Expect From Her Set

Tamlyn’s style leans toward melodic Afrikaans pop with modern production and relatable themes: love, self-discovery, hope. Her track Klein Bietjie explores the courage to take a chance,“kom ons wees ’n klein bietjie braaf” ,and aligns well with the festival’s uplifting feel.

At LiggieFees you can anticipate:

Tunes calibrated for a mixed crowd, families, young adults and Afrikaans-music fans.
A performance likely timed to complement the lights displays and evening ambiance, ideal for an outdoor open-air concert after sunset.
An emphasis on interaction and atmosphere, rather than a purely large-stadium performance. In the festival’s community-centred context, the vibe will be friendly, inclusive and warm.

Why You Should Be There

If you plan to attend LiggieFees@Potch, Tamlyn Wessels’s performance on 5 December is a must-see. Not only will you enjoy live Afrikaans music in a beautiful setting, but you’ll witness a rising artist who embodies the spirit of the festival: resilience, community, celebration. Her set is likely to be memorable both for her voice and for what she stands for.

Final Thoughts

As the lights glow across the Abraham Kriel grounds and the festive air fills the night sky, Tamlyn Wessels will step into the spotlight for her LiggieFees performance. On 5 December 2025 the stage will become more than a platform, it will be a moment of triumph, for artist and audience alike. For those in Potchefstroom and beyond, this is one festival evening you won’t want to miss.

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