What’s On in Potchefstroom | 24–31 October 2025
- Charlene Bekker
- 6 hours ago
- 4 min read
From runway-ready hair art and golden oldies to community runs, creative workshops, wine tastings, and big-hearted charity races, Potch is spoilt for choice this week. Use this guide to plan your days (and nights) and support the people and places that give our city its signature gees.
SAAHST Hairdressing Annual Hair Show — “Tim Burton” Edition
🗓️When: Fri, 24 Oct 2025
📌Where: Lover’s Lane, Potchefstroom Academy & SAAHST, 59 Dr James Moroka Ave
⏰Time: 15:00
🎟️Tickets: Free entry
📞Contact: 018-294-9000 • info@potchacademy.co.za
Students unleash surreal styles inspired by Corpse Bride, Beetlejuice and more, a spectacle of colour, drama and gravity-defying hair.
LyriMus Theater: Golden Oldies (Entertainment)
🗓️When: Fri, 24 Oct 2025
📌Where: LyriMus Theater, 2 Waterbok Ave, Miederpark
⏰Time: Evening (TBA)
🎟️Tickets: R50 pp
📞Contact: 082-570-4838 • lyrimus@mlmstudio.co.za
A warm, nostalgic set of evergreen favourites, perfect for an easy Friday night sing-along.
Dienssentrum Bier Karnaval
🗓️When: Fri, 24 Oct 2025
📌Where: Snowflake, 2 Kock St
⏰Time: Evening (TBA)
🎟️Tickets: R350 pp (tables of 10 available)
📞Contact: Cilia 082-922-8674 • Admin@dienssentrum.co.za
Raise a glass and support local welfare, live gees, bierkultuur and good company.
Amelia Nasionale Sorgsentrum: Golfdag
🗓️When: Fri, 24 Oct 2025
📌Where: Potchefstroom Country Club, Mooi River Ave
⏰Time: Tee-off times TBA
🎟️Tickets: 4-Ball R2 000 • Hole sponsorship R1 000 • Combo R3 000
📞Contact: Karin 083-395-3873 / 018-290-5543 • admin@amelianasorg.co.za
Play for a purpose, networking on the fairways with prizes and sponsorship visibility.
Koper Kraal Kuier-Aand (Entertainment)
🗓️When: Fri, 24 Oct 2025
📌Where: Koper Kraal 237, Wilgeboom AH
⏰Time: Evening (TBA)
🎟️Tickets: Free entrance
📞Contact: 072-264-4952 • koperkraal@gmail.com
A laid-back farm-style evening out ,bring your friends and soak up the atmosphere.
LETSGO POTCH — Road Running Festival
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: Cachet Park
⏰Time: 05:00–11:00 (Marathon 05:00 • 21.1 km 06:00 • 10 km 07:30 • 5 km 08:00)
🎟️Tickets: 5 km Fun R70 • 5 km Timed R100 • 10 km R170 • 21.1 km R230 • 42.2 km R290
📞Contact: info@letsgosouthafrica.co.za
Community-first running for all levels, official Comrades & Two Oceans qualifier. Late entries available; ASA/temporary licence required for timed events.
Janco & Benno Italy Rugby Tour Fundraiser Golf Day
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: 108 Botha St, Potchefstroom Rural 2
⏰Time: Tee-off times TBA
🎟️Tickets: 4-Ball R2 500 • Hole sponsor R500
📞Contact: 082-320-0494 • estee@pro-op.co.za
Fundraiser with great prizes, travel auction and lucky draws,h elp two Bailliepark stars realise an international rugby dream.
Monique & Estee Charity Golf Day Fundraiser
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: Potchefstroom Country Club, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Tee-off times to be confirmed
🎟️Tickets: R2 500 per 4-Ball • Hole Sponsor R500
📞Contact: Monique 071-664-5635 / Estee 071-447-1155 • monique@re-solve.co.za • estee@pro-op.co.za
Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, this fundraiser promises a relaxed round of golf filled with camaraderie and community spirit. A perfect opportunity to network, unwind, and support local initiatives in true Potch style.
Pesto’s Cake & Sip Brunch
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: Pesto’s, 1077 Modderdam Pad
⏰Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🎟️Tickets: R380 pp (booking essential)
📞Contact: 060-505-9550 • nicolleventer@outlook.com
A sparkling mash-up of brunch, cake artistry and creative play, gather your besties and book early.
Vroue-Oggend
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: Potchefstroom (venue TBA)
⏰Time: 09:00–13:00
🎟️Tickets: R400 pp (ligte ete ingesluit)
📞Contact: Marianne 082-922-6599 • bsviljoen@gmail.com
Inspiration, community and pampering, a stylish morning for ladies.
Fabric Tote Bag Painting Workshop
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: My Creative Fix, 9 Reitz St
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: R220 pp
📞Contact: 064-681-3914 • leanne@mycreativefix.co.za
Design and paint your own reusable tote, materials provided, beginners welcome.
Summer First Aid for Families
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: 46 Christo Meyer St, Vanderhoffpark
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: R850 pp
📞Contact: Chevonne 061-999-1048 • chevonne@prsafety.co.za
Practical CPR, choking, burns and heat-safety skills, certified training for parents, grandparents and teens.
Nature Run — Bring Your Pet
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: Potchefstroom (route TBA)
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: Free entry
📞Contact: 082-414-4315
A relaxed community run, dogs on leads welcome. Fresh air, friendly faces, wagging tails.
Preloved Fashion Market — Vendor Call
🗓️When: Sat, 25 Oct 2025
📌Where: Hoffman St precinct
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: N/A
📞Contact: 082-382-4360 • marici.verster@gmail.com
Sell curated preloved pieces (no closet-dumping). Limited rails, contact the organiser to participate.
L’Avenir Wine Tasting
🗓️When: Sun, 26 Oct 2025
📌Where: Piet Bosman St
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: Free entrance
📞Contact: 079-918-2092 • hullabaloo.decorhire@gmail.com
Sip, swirl and discover Stellenbosch elegance at a relaxed local tasting.
Oodles of Doodles — Adult Sketchbook Club
🗓️When: Thu, 30 Oct 2025
📌Where: My Creative Fix, 9 Reitz St
⏰Time: 17:30–19:30
🎟️Tickets: Launch session FREE (registration essential) • Regular fee R375
📞Contact: 064-681-3914 • hello@mycreativefix.co.za
Learn easy drawing techniques, play with different media and connect with a creative community. Zero experience needed.
Hollard Daredevil Run — Potchefstroom
🗓️When: Fri, 31 Oct 2025
📌Where: Plot 91 Vyfhoek, Modderdam
⏰Time: 15:00
🎟️Tickets: R180 pp (registration pack couriered)
📞Contact: 011-467-3341 • info@hollarddaredevil.co.za
Join SA’s boldest men’s health movement in the fight against prostate and testicular cancer. Funds support CANSA and the Prostate Cancer Foundation, run purple, run proud.
Final Word
From free spectacles and stylish sips to qualifiers, causes and creative breaks, Potchefstroom is turning late October into a celebration of community spirit. Book quickly where required, double-check times with organisers, and enjoy the gees, see you out there!
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