What’s On in Potchefstroom | 8 – 14 August 2025
- Charlene Bekker
- Aug 8
- 3 min read
From sushi-making and live music to Women’s Day celebrations, fashion showcases, and throwback parties , this week in Potch is overflowing with flavour, culture, and fun.

August’s second week brings an exciting mix of events for all tastes: foodies, fashion lovers, music fans, animal supporters, and partygoers will all find something to enjoy. Here’s your complete guide to what’s happening in Potchefstroom between Friday, 8 August and Thursday, 14 August 2025:

Sushi Edutainment Experience
🗓️When: 8 August 2025
📌Where: 2 Luke St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: R650 pp
📞Contact: Thea – 082 556 0779 | Kayna – 072 396 3916
A fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn to make 8 different types of sushi. Perfect for couples, friends, or solo foodies looking for a creative night out.

Spoegwolf & Glaskas Live
🗓️When: 8 August 2025
📌Where: Snowflake, 2 Kock St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Gates open 18:00 | Glaskas 20:00 | Spoegwolf 21:00
🎟️Tickets: R150 (Early Bird) | R200 (Phase 1) | R295 (Final Phase)
📞Contact: Book on Quicket
One of Potch’s annual live music highlights. Experience two of South Africa’s top acts in one unforgettable night at the iconic Snowflake venue.

Adopt-Your-Boss – Potch Animal Welfare
🗓️When: 8 August 2025
📌Where: 2 Viljoen St, Miederpark, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: All Day
🎟️Tickets: N/A
📞Contact: 071 681 9264
Nominate your boss, friend, or family member to be “adopted” for the day , all in support of local animal welfare. Fun, fundraising, and furry friends in one event.

Women’s Day with Nataniël
🗓️When: 9 August 2025
📌Where: Plaas Rietvlei, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: From 11:00
🎟️Tickets: R450 (Single) | R4500 (Group of 10)
📞Contact: Book here
An elegant Women’s Day celebration with the iconic Nataniël, boutique stalls, a bouquet bar, bubbly, and a light lunch included.

Koper Kraal Women’s Day Gathering
🗓️When: 9 August 2025
📌Where: Koper Kraal 237, Wilgeboom AH, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: All Day
🎟️Tickets: Free Entry
📞Contact: N/A
A relaxed day of local gathering in a charming rural setting , perfect for family and friends.

Route 96 Women’s Day Vibes
🗓️When: 9 August 2025
📌Where: Plot 96, Potchefstroom Rural 2
⏰Time: From 11:00
🎟️Tickets: Free Entry
📞Contact: N/A
Celebrate Women’s Day with live music, rugby on the big screen, food specials, and great company, ladies over 18 get a free pink shooter on arrival.

Dromers Market – Lekwena Wildlife Estate
🗓️When: 9–10 August 2025
📌Where: Lekwena Wildlife Estate, N12, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: 10:00 – 15:00
🎟️Tickets: R60 pp | Kids under 12 free
📞Contact: Book here
A scenic outdoor market with live music, artisanal stalls, seasonal produce, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Dogs welcome.

Fashion Show & Music with Amira Willighagen
🗓️When: 9 August 2025
📌Where: 86 Chris Hani St, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: TBA
🎟️Tickets: R150 pp
📞Contact: Book on Quicket
An afternoon of couture by José de Canha and Janet Potgieter, paired with the angelic voice of soprano Amira Willighagen. A sophisticated celebration of style and sound.

Office 365 Week – ITCA Potchefstroom
🗓️When: 11–15 August 2025
📌Where: ITCA, 1st Floor Waterberry Square, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: Daily sessions
🎟️Tickets: Contact for details
📞Contact: More info
A full week of training covering PowerPoint, Copilot, and other Office 365 tools to boost your productivity and career skills.

Y2K Party – Impala Night Club
🗓️When: 13 August 2025
📌Where: Impala Night Club, 70 Walter Sisulu Ln, Potchefstroom
⏰Time: From 20:00
🎟️Tickets: R20 pp
📞Contact: Book on Quicket
Dress in your best early 2000s fashion and dance the night away to all the hits of the Y2K era. Best Dressed wins a bottle of Zappa.
August in Full Swing
Potchefstroom is set for a week that blends celebration, creativity, and connection. Whether you’re crafting sushi, singing along with Spoegwolf, toasting Women’s Day with Nataniël, or dancing to early-2000s anthems, this week’s lineup proves there’s always something happening in our vibrant town.
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