Mark your calendars for Sunday, 13 December 2025 , as the vibrant winter-lights spectacle of LiggieFees@Potch at Abraham Kriel Children’s Home welcomes an exciting addition to its musical line-up: Riaan Benadé. Image (Facebook) : Riaan Benad é With the festival running from 28 November to 31 December, this early-to-mid-December slot offers guests a perfect blend of festive atmosphere, family-friendly entertainment and the rising star energy that Benadé brings. A Rising Voice

From relaxing riverside retreats to adrenaline-fuelled sport and the buzz of new business launches, Potchefstroom, Parys and Ikageng gave us another action-packed week! Here’s how The Go-To Guy  team spent it, lens in hand and coffee in reach. Image (Created) : The Go-To Guy Ikageng 28 October - Jerry & Blackcat Clothing: Rebuilding Dreams in Style   In Ikageng we met Jerry, the resilient creator behind Blackcat Clothing. His journey has been anything but easy - from facing f

On 12 December 2025, the community-driven celebration that is LiggieFees@Potch – held at the grounds of the Abraham Kriel Children’s Home in Potchefstroom, culminates with a performance by Afrikaans pop icon Kurt Darren. His appearance promises to bring both sparkle and significance to the evening. Image (Facebook ): Kurt Darren A Proven Musical Force Kurt Darren (born Kurt Johan van Heerden on 19 February 1970 in Pretoria) is a household name in South African music. His prof

On Thursday evening, 11 December 2025 , the heart of Potchefstroom will glow a little brighter as the annual LiggieFees@Potch returns to the grounds of the Abraham Kriel Children’s Home. And Armand Hofmeyr is set to deliver a performance that blends youthful energy, rich heritage and festive spirit, making his slot a true highlight in this community-curated celebration. Image (Facebook): Armand Hofmeyr A Rising Star with Roots Armand Hofmeyr carries the legacy of his family n

On 10 December 2025 , the vibrant festive lights of LiggieFees@Potch at the grounds of Abraham Kriel Children’s Home will shine a little brighter as Bobby van Jaarsveld takes the stage for what promises to be a spectacular performance. Known as one of the finest voices in Afrikaans pop music, his appearance rounds off a week of music, lights, joy and community giving. Image (Facebook): Bobby van Jaarsveld A Star’s Journey in Afrikaans Music Born Pieter van Jaarsveld on 6 Marc

On Saturday, 6 December 2025 , the annual festive wonder of LiggieFees@Potch in Potchefstroom will reach a radiant crescendo as Juanita du Plessis graces the stage. Held at the grounds of the Abraham Kriel Children’s Home – Potchefstroom, the festival has become a hallmark in the community’s holiday calendar,where thousands gather beneath a canopy of lights, food stalls, music and shared purpose. Juanita’s performance promises to elevate that evening into a memorable cultural

On 3 December 2025, festival-goers at LiggieFees@Potch in Potchefstroom are in for a treat as Appel (real name Christoph Kotzé) takes centre stage. With his rich catalogue of Afrikaans hits and songwriter credibility, he’s set to deliver a performance that adds depth and cultural resonance to this already vibrant seasonal celebration. Image (Facebook): Appel A Career Forged in Song Appel hails from Brits in the North West Province, and has built a dual reputation: one as a so

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. Image (Facebook) : Tamlyn Wessels 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, s

On 29 November 2025, the grounds of the Abraham Kriel Children’s Home, Potchefstroom will once again come alive for the annual LiggieFees@Potch, and leading the charge of high-voltage entertainment is South Africa’s very own Afrikaans pop-phenom Snotkop. Image ( Facebook): Snotkop Known off-stage as Francois Henning, this artist brings a slick blend of humour, rhythm and crowd-pleasing hits that promise to elevate the festival into a night to remember. A Brief Snapshot : Who

On 28 November 2025, audiences at the annual LiggieFees@Potch (Lights Festival @ Potchefstroom) will be treated to a headline performance by South African musical stalwart Steve Hofmeyr. With a career spanning over three decades, including more than 40 hit songs, 33 albums, and thousands of concerts,Hofmeyr brings a rich catalogue and a deep connection to Afrikaans music culture. Image (Facebook): Steve Hofmeyer A Career in Brief Born on 29 August 1964 in Pretoria, Hofmeyr ro

November begins with high energy in Potchefstroom - from roaring inflatable boats on the dam and creative nature walks, to local markets, fundraisers, and musical evenings that bring the community together. Whether you’re an art lover, sports enthusiast, or simply looking for something fun to do with family and friends, this week has something for everyone. Image (Facebook): Formula 1 Inflatable Boat Club-F1IBC Formula Inflatable Boat Circuit Racing 🗓️ When: 1 November 202

If you’ve ever wanted to add a bit of personality to your Christmas gifts, the upcoming Dot Art Christmas Tree Ornaments and Gift Tags Workshop might be just the excuse to grab a paintbrush and get festive a little early. Hosted by Habitat Potchefstroom, the session takes place on 15 November 2025, running from 08:00 to 13:00 at 10 Fleishack Street, Potchefstroom. It’s a five-hour dive into the world of dot painting, where participants will learn how to decorate a set of five

Ian Roberts kom speel Live by Loop in Potchefstroom. Dis nie ’n groot drama nie. Dis net ’n lekker aand uit met ’n legende wat stories en musiek bring. Die mense ken hom. Hy’s gemaklik op ’n verhoog en die crowd is gewoonlik net so gemaklik. Wanneer en waar Datum: Vrydag 31 Oktober 2025 Tyd: 19:30 Plek: Loop, 37 Loop St, Potchefstroom Die venue is in die dorp. Parkeer, loop in, kry ’n stoel, klaar. Geen ingewikkelde roetes of GPS puzzles nie. Kaartjies en pryse R240 per perso

Potchefstroom se wynliefhebbers kan maar begin plan maak vir ’n aand vol wyn, lag en goeie geselskap. Suidsentrum Wine Affairs bring Jakkalsvlei Private Cellar se wynproe na die Snowflake Venue op 18 November 2025. En ja, dit klink na net die tipe aand wat Potch nodig het ná ’n lang jaar. Wat om te verwag Vir R200 per persoon kry gaste nie net ’n wynproe nie, maar ook ’n burger ingesluit, want niemand proe wyn op ’n leë maag nie. Die proe word aangebied deur Louis van der Rie

Potchefstroom is about to host something a little different from the usual weekend market or braai gathering, The Nanny Movement’s Comprehensive Nanny Training Part 1. The session takes place on 14 November 2025, from 09:00 to 16:00, and promises a day packed with practical know-how, laughter, and a fair amount of “I didn’t know that!” moments. The training is led by Chirisma, who’s clearly on a mission to make childcare a bit less guesswork and a lot more skill. What’s on th

From early childhood education to grassroots football and marathon mornings, Potchefstroom was buzzing with action this week! Whether on the field, in the classroom, or behind the counter, our team was everywhere capturing the heart of our community. Here’s what went down in Week 43. SkoolKompas 20 October - Building Bright Beginnings at Hasie Hop Kleuterskool   We started the week with a visit to the world of little learners on SkoolKompas, where Drikus Viljoen sat down with

The Potch Local Market is happening on Saturday, 1 November 2025, at the Potchefstroom Islamic Academy, 73 Smit Street. It’s a free-entry event running from 12pm to 5pm, and it’s all about the community, by the community, for the community. A Market with a Local Heart This isn’t one of those polished, corporate-type markets with imported everything. This is local through and through. Expect home-baked treats, handmade gifts, modest fashion, sauces, dips, juice bars, and even

Joyful Dance Ballet & Dance School is bringing a powerful biblical story to life in For Such a Time As This, a dance production inspired by Esther 4:14. The performance takes place on 29 November 2025 at NG Kerk Miederpark in Potchefstroom, with a special guest appearance by Deo Gloria Choir. The Story Behind the Movement The show steps into the ancient world of Persia to tell the story of Queen Esther, a young woman who found herself in a position of influence at a critical

🔥🐉💥🔥🐉💥🔥🐉💥🔥🐉💥 The stage is set, the energy is building, and the North West Dragons are fired up for their opening clash of the 2025/26 T20 Challenge, right here at their home ground, JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom. Image: North West Dragons Fans can expect explosive cricket, passionate performances, and a team determined to make an early statement in this year’s campaign. The Dragons will be eager to build on their strong red-ball form and carry that momentum into

The Athletics Central North West Masters will host their annual Masters Track and Field Championships at NWU McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom, on 8 November 2025. The event promises a full day of serious competition, friendly rivalry, and the kind of banter that only seasoned athletes can deliver. Who Can Enter This one’s for the 30 years and older crowd, the athletes who may not be chasing Olympic dreams anymore but still have plenty of fire in their spikes. Entries close on