What’s On in Potchefstroom | 13 – 19 February 2026
- Charlene Bekker
- Feb 12
- 8 min read
Love is certainly in the air in Potchefstroom as Valentine’s weekend takes centre stage with an abundance of romantic dinners, creative date nights, live entertainment, charity events, and family-friendly celebrations.
From golf days and spa spoils to live tribute performances and hands-on workshops, there is something for every couple, family, and friendship circle this week. Here is your complete guide to what’s happening in Potch from 13 to 19 February 2026.
For the One Charity Golf Day 2026
🗓️When: 13 February 2026
📌Where: Mooi River Avenue, Potchefstroom (Potchefstroom Country Club)
⏰Time: Golf Day (Contact organisers for tee-off times)
🎟️Tickets: R2 200.00
📞Contact: 082-347-7117 • embracegraceenfc@gmail.com
Support a life-changing cause while enjoying a day on the greens. The “For the One Charity Golf Day” invites sponsors and players to get involved through hole sponsorships, raffle prizes, and partnerships , all in aid of moms and babies in need.
Valentine’s Spa Treat for Two – Royal Tree Spa
🗓️When: 13 – 15 February 2026
📌Where: 7 Beyers Naude Ave, Central
⏰Time: By appointment (Limited Friday & Sunday availability)
🎟️Tickets: R900.00 for 2
📞Contact: 072-400-6677 • royaltreespa@gmail.com
Enjoy two full body massages, rose petal pedicures, chocolate facials, bubbly and chocolates , the perfect indulgent spoil for couples this Valentine’s weekend.
Lip-Lek-Lekker Valentine’s Date Night (with Kosmos Pottery)
🗓️When: 13 February 2026
📌Where: 36 Piet Bosman St
⏰Time: Evening
🎟️Tickets: R350 per person • R650 per couple
📞Contact: 066-217-9251 • lipleklekkerbak@gmail.com
Wine, good food and hands-on creativity combine for a memorable Valentine’s experience where couples can create together and enjoy a relaxed, fun-filled evening.
Makeup Short Course – Potch Academy
🗓️When: 13 February 2026
📌Where: 59 Dr James Moroka Ave
⏰Time: Course hours (Contact provider)
🎟️Tickets: Not specified
📞Contact: 018-294-9000 • shortcourses@saahst.co.za
A practical, hands-on makeup short course designed for aspiring artists and beauty professionals looking to refine their skills and gain real-world confidence.
Valentine’s Fliekniek – Ratatouille Under the Stars
🗓️When: 13 February 2026
📌Where: Kukua Coffee, 5 Gerrit Dekker St
⏰Time: Gates open 18:00 | Movie starts 19:00
🎟️Tickets: R100 per person • R60 per child
📞Contact: 072-920-0016 • hello@kukuacoffee.com
A magical outdoor movie night featuring Disney & Pixar’s Ratatouille. Bring your blankets and enjoy a family-friendly evening under the stars with treats and warm hospitality.
Valentine’s Sharing Menu – Mike’s Kitchen
🗓️When: 13 – 15 February 2026
📌Where: 82 Govan Mbeki Ave
⏰Time: Restaurant hours
🎟️Tickets: R490 per couple
📞Contact: 018-294-5758
A romantic three-course sharing experience designed for couples looking to celebrate love with flavour and flair. Bookings essential.
Valentine’s Picnic – Semoer Destination
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Plaas Rietvlei, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Evening celebration
🎟️Tickets: Picnic basket for 2 – R400 (Various add-ons available)
📞Contact: 072-953-2976 • liriefouche@gmail.com
A relaxed outdoor Valentine’s celebration with picnic baskets, gift stalls, kids’ entertainment and a beautiful sunset atmosphere. Hosted by SeMoer Destination & Posy Planners.
Farm Style Valentine’s Picnic 🗓️When: Feb 14, 2026
📌Where: Fresh Pick, 46 Wilge Straat, Wilgeboom AH
⏰Time: Sunset
🎟️Tickets: Adult basket R450 per couple / Kiddies R150
📞Contact: 083-780-2410
A farm-style picnic featuring freshly prepared savoury treats, cheese, meats, and dessert.
Child Welfare Potchefstroom Fundraiser 🗓️When: Feb 14, 2026
📌Where: PLOT 96, Potchefstroom Rural 2
⏰Time: Evening
🎟️Tickets: R500.00 per couple / R100.00 per child
📞Contact: 061-587-7928
Child Welfare Potchefstroom Fun Valentine's Date Night. More than a date,it's a memory! Join this special evening where your support makes a direct impact on the community.
Valentine’s Dinner – Die Pienk Huis
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: 190 Peter Mokaba St
⏰Time: 19:00 for 19:30
🎟️Tickets: R1 100 per couple
📞Contact: 081-344-1822 • diepienkhuis@gmail.com
A romantic dinner featuring a signature Love Potion cocktail and a dessert made for sharing in an intimate setting.
Valentine’s Menu – Collette Fine Dining
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Vyfhoek Shopping Centre, Van Der Hoff Park, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Restaurant hours (Bookings essential)
🎟️Tickets: R650.00 per person
📞Contact: 082-563-7440 • collettefinedine@gmail.com
Celebrate love with an elegant Valentine’s Menu at Collette Fine Dining. Expect a feast of love, laughter and happily-ever-afters in a refined setting. Reservations are essential.
Valentine’s Cookie Decorating Experience
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: 9 Reitz St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Session times on booking
🎟️Tickets: R250.00 per person
📞Contact: 064-681-3914
Sweet creativity meets edible art in this hands-on cookie decorating class with resident cookie artist Danny. Learn how to mix and colour royal icing, master piping and flooding techniques, and add professional finishing touches. All materials are included, and you’ll take home your own beautifully decorated cookie box. Perfect for ages 8+ and ideal for friends, families or couples.
Snowflake Valentine’s Dance
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: 2 Kock St, Central, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Dance floor opens 18:00
🎟️Tickets: R10.00 per person
📞Contact: 082-850-1200 • martie@snowflakevenue.com
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Don’t keep your date waiting too long! Celebrate Valentine’s Day on the dance floor with an affordable and lively evening at Snowflake Venue.
Paws Haven Bake Sale Fundraiser
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: MooiRivier Mall
⏰Time: Mall trading hours
🎟️Tickets: Free entry
📞Contact: 063-181-3524 • info@pawshaven.co.za
Cupcakes for humans, pupcakes for fur-babies and family fun activities , all in support of Paws Haven’s animal welfare efforts.
Top Quality Sheep Auction
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Plot 1, Rural Area, Potchefstroom Rural 1
⏰Time: Contact organiser
🎟️Tickets: N/A
📞Contact: 071-684-3283
Top quality sheep on offer , join this exceptional livestock auction and experience a well-presented selection for serious buyers and agricultural enthusiasts.
Valentine’s Tribute Show – Steve Ashley “Tom Jones & Friends”
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Lekwena Wildlife Estate (PROE-Saal)
⏰Time: 18:00 for 18:30
🎟️Tickets: R350 per person (Limited to 150 tickets)
📞Contact: 071-604-7952 • info@lekwena.co.za
Award-winning vocalist Steve Ashley, former lead singer of The Staccatos, presents a powerful tribute to Tom Jones & Friends. Expect classics from Tom Jones, Elvis Presley, Engelbert Humperdinck, Neil Diamond and more in this nostalgic musical celebration. Pizza included.
Couples Coffee & Ink Art Experience
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Potchefstroom (Contact organiser for details)
⏰Time: Session time on booking
🎟️Tickets: R550.00 per person
📞Contact: Anrie 082-774-2246
Celebrate love creatively this Valentine’s Day with a romantic art session. Couples will paint with coffee and ink, creating complementary artworks together. Step-by-step guidance, delicious coffee (to drink), and cake are included in this relaxed and meaningful experience.
Daddy & Daughter Valentine’s Art Date
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Potchefstroom (Contact organiser for details)
⏰Time: Session time on booking
🎟️Tickets: R550.00 per couple
📞Contact: Anrie 082-774-2246
A heartwarming art “date” designed especially for dads and daughters. Create two matching artworks that can be framed side by side as one beautiful unit. Limited to only 6 pairs, this special experience includes painting, quality time, and sweet treats.
Olive Branch Café Valentine’s Ceramic Painting
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: 7 Palmiet St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: 09:00 or 12:00 session
🎟️Tickets: R350.00 per person
📞Contact: 072-766-3007 • beautyatbeaute@gmail.com
Choose from selected ceramic items including platters and décor pieces, and enjoy a cupcake and champagne while you paint. Bookings are mandatory for this creative Valentine’s experience.
Valentine’s Day at Riverside Restaurant – Oudrift Riverside Lodge
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Thabo Mbeki Rd, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: By reservation
🎟️Tickets: R895.00 per couple
📞Contact: 018-297-4939 • info@oudrift.co.za
Celebrate love at Riverside Restaurant, located on the grounds of Oudrift Riverside Lodge. Choose between a romantic dinner in the restaurant or a picnic in the beautiful garden. Space is limited and early reservations are essential.
Pesto’s Pasta Night
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: 1077 Modderdam Pad
⏰Time: From 18:00
🎟️Tickets: R240 per person
📞Contact: 060-505-9550
Enjoy a hearty pasta selection with bread rolls, wine and dessert in a relaxed Valentine’s atmosphere.
Roosmaryn Restaurant – Paint a Heart Trinket
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: 35 Parys Ave, Baillie Park, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Afternoon (Book your table)
🎟️Tickets: N/A
📞Contact: Roosmaryn 082-228-1816 • Pottery Café 079-339-7484 • admin@roosmarynrestaurant.co.za
Spend Valentine’s afternoon painting something special with your loved one. Book your table with Roosmaryn and place your ceramic order with Pottery Café. The restaurant’s normal menu will be available, making this a relaxed and creative dining experience.
Potch Polocrosse Club Open Day
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Wilgeboom AH
⏰Time: 10:00
🎟️Tickets: Free entry
📞Contact: 082-785-1595 • potchpolox@gmail.com
Meet Johann Roux of Giddy Up, learn about horse insurance and experience the exciting sport of polocrosse firsthand.
NWU bRAG Day
🗓️When: 14 February 2026
📌Where: Van Der Hoff Park, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Event hours (Contact organisers)
🎟️Tickets: Free entry
📞Contact:
Come and show your support at NWU bRAG Day. A vibrant community gathering celebrating student spirit and campus pride.
Nail Technology Short Course – Potch Academy
🗓️When: 16 February 2026
📌Where: 59 Dr James Moroka Ave
⏰Time: Course hours
🎟️Tickets: Not specified
📞Contact: 018-294-9000 • shortcourses@saahst.co.za
Industry-relevant nail technology training designed for aspiring professionals seeking practical, efficient skill development.
Ladies Art Class with Anrie
🗓️When: 17 February 2026
📌Where: Potchefstroom (Contact organiser)
⏰Time: Session time on booking
🎟️Tickets: R425 per person
📞Contact: 082-774-2246
A relaxed and inspiring art session where creativity takes centre stage. No prior experience required , just bring your enthusiasm.
Tokkie Dekalb Manneaand
🗓️When: 19 February 2026
📌Where: 2 Kock St
⏰Time: Evening event
🎟️Tickets: R5 000 per table (10 guests)
📞Contact: Mientjie 079-889-6789
Tokkies’ first official Manneaand promises to be a memorable evening of fellowship, entertainment and camaraderie. Tables are limited and booking is essential.
Panthers Netball Trials
🗓️When: 19 February 2026
📌Where: 20 Lanyon St
⏰Time: Trial session (Contact organisers)
🎟️Tickets: R50 per person
📞Contact: Pantherspotchnetball@gmail.com
Male and female players are invited to trial and showcase their skills. An exciting opportunity to join a competitive netball environment. Closing Note
Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a creative date, a family outing, or supporting a local cause, Potchefstroom offers an exceptional variety of events this Valentine’s week. Celebrate love, community and connection ,right here in the heart of Potch.
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