What’s On in Potchefstroom | 29 August – 31 August 2025
Potchefstroom welcomes the last days of August with music, community festivals, food, and fundraisers. From the iconic Geesfees to intimate acoustic sessions and creative workshops, this week promises something for everyone.
Potch Geesfees 2025 – Lekwena Wildlife Estate
Potchefstroom is abuzz with excitement as Potch Geesfees 2025 approaches, promising a vibrant weekend of music, community, and cultural celebration under the theme “Ploeg Terug!” (Plough Back!).
Held at the scenic Lekwena Wildlife Estate from 29–30 August, the festival blends entertainment with impact, reinvesting revenue into local community projects. Festival-goers can expect a dynamic mix of stalls, food, and performances from beloved South African Afrikaans artists.
Highlights include Juanita du Plessis, captivating audiences with her platinum-selling hits; Deon Groot, known for his storytelling anthems like “Wyn” and “Hemelpoorte”; and the versatile Ruhan du Toit, whose four-octave range and multilingual performances add global flair to the lineup.
More than just music, Geesfees embodies community pride, creativity, and upliftment, making it one of the most anticipated events on the Potch calendar. With its heartfelt mission and stellar entertainment, this year’s Geesfees promises to be an unforgettable experience.
🗓️When: 29–30 August 2025
📌Where: Lekwena Wildlife Estate, N12, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: From 10:00 daily
🎟️Tickets: Friday R80 (kids R40) | Saturday R120 (kids R60) | Weekend Bundle R185 (kids R65)
📞Contact: geesfeespotch@gmail.com
A family-friendly music and culture festival supporting community projects with live acts, food stalls, and local flair.
Gimmies Golf Day
🗓️When: 29 August 2025
📌Where: Mooi River Avenue, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: All day
🎟️Tickets: R3 400 per fourball
📞Contact: Schabbies – 082 851 2971 | potchgimmies@gimmies.co.za
Annual Gimmies Golf Day , enjoy networking, golf, and good company while supporting local school initiatives.
J & B – September Crush Acoustic Evening
🗓️When: 29 August 2025
📌Where: LyriMus Theater, 2 Waterbok Ave, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Doors open 17:30 | Show 18:00
🎟️Tickets: R50 pp (only 50 seats available)
📞Contact: 082 570 4838 | lyrimus@mlmstudio.co.za
An intimate acoustic evening with J & B , bring your cooler bag and enjoy soulful music to welcome spring.
Pesto’s Pasta Night
🗓️When: 29 August 2025
📌Where: Potchefstroom Rural 1
⏰Time: 18:00
🎟️Tickets: R150 pp (includes pasta buffet, glass of wine & brownie dessert)
📞Contact: 060 505 9550 | nicolleventer@outlook.com
Unlimited pasta, wine, and dessert ,bookings essential, deposit required to confirm.
CSA Royal Rumble Spin & Music Event
🗓️When: 30 August 2025
📌Where: CSA, 8 Grobler St, Potchindustria
⏰Time: From 14:00
🎟️Tickets: R100 pp (Computicket)
📞Contact: info@csafire.co.za
Motorsport and music collide in this high-energy annual event, bringing revs, rhythms, and community fun.
Church Fundraiser Supper
🗓️When: 30 August 2025
📌Where: 28 Hoffman St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: 18:00
🎟️Tickets: R10 pp
📞Contact: Kayla – 071 177 0429 | sampsonklennox@gmail.com
A family supper evening to raise funds for church renovations and new equipment.
Strength Challenge – Community Fitness Event
🗓️When: 30 August 2025
📌Where: Waterbok Ave & Vygie St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: From 09:00
🎟️Tickets: R200 pp
📞Contact: Omar – 072 587 5723 | omaroosthuizen@outlook.com
Test your strength and endurance in a fun community challenge , prizes for top performers.
Buffet Breakfast – Die Pienk Huis
🗓️When: 30 August 2025
📌Where: 190 Peter Mokaba St, Central Potchefstroom
⏰Time: 09:00
🎟️Tickets: R220 pp
📞Contact: 081 344 1822 | diepienkhuis@gmail.com
A return of the much-loved buffet breakfast , indulge in a wide variety of breakfast favourites.
Mandala Dotting Class – Donkey Edition
🗓️When: 30 August 2025
📌Where: Romy’s Habby, 44 Buskus St, Baillie Park
⏰Time: 10:00 – 13:00
🎟️Tickets: R200 pp
📞Contact: Aldi – 083 381 6888 | aldivdwesthuizen@icloud.com
A creative class where participants design donkey-themed mandala dot art, with all materials included.
Minute to Win It Fun Day
🗓️When: 30 August 2025
📌Where: 50 Rivier St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: All day
🎟️Tickets: R100 per stall | R50 per team of 2
📞Contact: Ria – 063 781 8848 | Natasha – 081 324 5808 | ppkhuisvangenade@gmail.com
Family fun, team games, stalls, and fundraising for an inter-church teen group.
Motorbike Day – Community Showcase
🗓️When: 30 August 2025
📌Where: Waterbok Ave & Vygie St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: From 10:00
🎟️Tickets: Free Entry
📞Contact: Alida – 079 756 1623
Bring your motorbike, meet other enthusiasts, and enjoy a day of riding camaraderie.
Conclusion
With Potch Geesfees as the crown jewel of the weekend and a wide variety of community events - from music to motorsport, Potchefstroom once again proves why it’s the beating heart of culture and community in the North West.
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