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Die Mystic Boer Hosts Halloween Quiz Night - 29 October
Potchefstroom’s favourite haunt for music, mischief and memories, Die Mystic Boer, is hosting a Halloween Quiz Night on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, kicking off at 8 PM sharp. It’s set to be an evening where brains and beers meet broomsticks and bad puns. The event will be hosted by PB and Elizbe, who promise to keep things lively, spooky and just the right amount of chaotic. Costumes aren’t compulsory, but given the date and venue, no one would be surprised if a few vampires

Amanda Bekker
Oct 241 min read


What’s On in Potchefstroom | 24–31 October 2025
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. Image : Facebook Potchefstroom Academy SAAHST Hairdressing Annual Hair Show — “Tim Burton” Edition 🗓️ When: Fri, 24 Oct 2025 📌 Where: Lover’s Lane, Potchefstroom Academy & SAAHST, 59 Dr Jame

Charlene Bekker
Oct 234 min read


Glasfit Potchefstroom October Update: Bringing Windscreen Repair to You
As October unfolds in Potchefstroom, Glasfit Potchefstroom has exciting news for local drivers and homeowners. We’ve quietly launched a new mobile windscreen chip repair service at the end of September, meaning you no longer have to come to us, we’ll come to you. Image : Facebook Glasfit Potchefstroom One of our certified technicians can meet you wherever is most convenient: whether your car is stranded on the roadside, parked at your office, or in your driveway at home. Thi

Charlene Bekker
Oct 235 min read


SUPA Rubber Potchefstroom: Your Local Leak-Proofing Partner
Weather in Potchefstroom can be unpredictable, but leaks and dampness don’t have to be. SUPA Rubber, a proudly South African brand, offers an innovative latex-based waterproofing sealant that’s now available right here in town . Image : Facebook SUPA Rubber This eco-conscious “liquid rubber” coat goes on like paint and forms a tough, flexible membrane on virtually any surface . From rooftops to swimming pools, gutters to garden ponds, a single coat of SUPA Rubber creates a s

Charlene Bekker
Oct 234 min read


A Night Out Without the Price Tag - 24 October
Music fans in Potchefstroom are in for a treat on Friday, 24 October 2025, when Scallywag takes the stage at Koper Kraal. The show kicks off at 19:00, and best of all, it’s completely free, no tickets, no cover charge, just tunes and good company. Koper Kraal, located at 237 Wilgeboom, Potchefstroom, has become a bit of a local go-to for live music and laid-back nights. This gig looks set to follow that easy formula: good music, good people, and no fuss at the door. What to E

Amanda Bekker
Oct 231 min read


My Creative Fix and Hartspad Team Up for a Nature-Inspired Art Trail - 1 November
Shadow Art Takes the Spotlight Potchefstroom’s creative community can look forward to a refreshing outdoor art experience when My Creative Fix partners with Hartspad Adventure Trails for the launch of the Hartspad Creative Trail on Saturday, 1 November 2025. The first session, fittingly titled Shadow Art, combines a gentle wander through nature with a guided art activity. Participants will explore the trails, tracing the shadows and shapes of leaves, twigs and berries before

Amanda Bekker
Oct 222 min read


Potchefstroom maak reg vir ’n lekker aand - 21 November
Potchefstroomers kan maar hul kalenders merk, op 21 November 2025 gaan daar groot dinge aan by Koper Kraal, net buite die dorp by 237 Wilgeboom AH. Die bekende sanger Ray Dylan kom kuier en bring sy kitaar saam vir ’n aand van goeie musiek, kuier en sommer net lekker vibes. Wat om te verwag Dis nie net ’n gewone show nie, dis Kroeg & Kombuis styl, wat beteken daar’s lekker kos, koue drankies en natuurlik die goeie geselskap waarvoor Potch bekend is. Die show begin om 20:00, m

Amanda Bekker
Oct 221 min read


Pret op wiele in Potchefstroom - 1 November
Sonskynhoekie Kleuterskool hou hulle gewilde Fietsry Dag by Haaskraal Tee Tuin buite Potchefstroom, en dit beloof om ’n lekker dag vir die hele gesin te wees. Die aksie skop af op 1 November 2025 om 8 uur die oggend, so maak seker die ketting is gesmeer en die helmet sit reg, want soos hulle sê: “no helmet, no ride.” Fietsry vir oud en jonk Daar is iets vir almal, van die kleingoed wat pas kan trap tot die meer avontuurlustige MTB-ryers. Fietsry MTB: 5 km – R70 10 km – R80 20

Amanda Bekker
Oct 222 min read


My Creative Fix: Oodles of Doodles Sketchbook Club - 30 October
A Creative Club with a Twist There’s a new way for Potch locals to unwind that doesn’t involve wine, running shoes or paint nights, though a pen and a sense of humour might help. Oodles of Doodles Sketchbook Club is opening its sketchbooks on 30 October 2025, inviting grown-ups to get a bit messy with creativity from 17:30 to 19:30 at 9 Reitz Street, Potchefstroom. What’s It All About? Hosted by My Creative Fix, Oodles of Doodles is less about perfection and more about lettin

Amanda Bekker
Oct 222 min read


The Go-To Guy | Week 42 Diary
Potchefstroom and Ikageng were alive with activity this week - from students stepping up to lead change, to businesses bringing innovation, to sports and community events keeping our local spirit strong. Here’s what the Go-To Guy team captured through the lens in another unforgettable week! StroomStories 14 October | Building a Better Future Through Sport Our StroomStories studio welcomed Renier, Boka, and Wian, three NWU honours students in Enterprise Management who are pr

Charlene Bekker
Oct 215 min read


Pellie Smith Circuit Fest 2025: Inflatable Boat Racing Hits Potch Dam - 1 November
The Formula Inflatable Boat Club (F1IBC) has announced that its annual Pellie Smith Circuit Fest will be making waves at Potchefstroom Dam on 1 November 2025. It’s not your average lazy day by the water, it’s a full day of engine noise, spray, and plenty of competition. A Day of Serious (and Seriously Fun) Racing The event forms part of the club’s Race Development Day, giving racers a chance to test skill, speed, and staying power across three heats before the final race. Ex

Amanda Bekker
Oct 211 min read


Mooirivier Kersmark bring weer daardie lekker plaaslike Kersfees vibe - 20 November tot 29 November
Dis weer daardie tyd van die jaar waar Potchefstroom se mense weet, as die liggies begin flikker in Bailliepark, dan’s dit tyd vir die Mooirivier Kersmark. Van 20 November tot 29 November, tussen 09:00 en 20:00, word Paryslaan weer omskep in ‘n vrolike Kersfeesdorpie vol geure, geskenke en gelag. Wat om te verwag Die mark, gehou by die Gereformeerde Kerk Potchefstroom-Oos, is al ‘n bekende instelling in die dorp. Dis nie net oor koop en verkoop nie, dis oor die gees van saamk

Amanda Bekker
Oct 202 min read


’n Koor, Klokkies en ’n Sopraan — Wat meer wil mens hê? 16 November
Die Potchefstroomse Mannekoor het iets besonders in hul kerskous hierdie jaar: Kersfees-Vreugde – Lig en Hoop, ’n musikale byeenkoms wat belowe om die feesseisoen met egte plaaslike talent en gesellige atmosfeer te vier. Die optrede vind plaas op Sondag, 16 November 2025, om 15:30 by die Miederpark NG Kerk. Gaskunstenaars met flair Onder leiding van Hilde Roos bring die mannekoor saam met ’n klomp gaskunstenaars ’n program vol variasie. Marguerite van Wyk, die sopraan vir die

Amanda Bekker
Oct 172 min read


Thrifty One Preloved Clothing Market Brings Fresh Finds to Potch - 25 October
Giving Good Clothes a Second Life If you’ve got a cupboard full of once-loved fashion just gathering dust, Thrifty One’s Preloved Clothing Market might be the perfect reason to finally let go. Set to take place on Saturday, 25 October 2025, the event runs from 09:00 to 15:00 at 6 Meyer Street, Die Bult, Potchefstroom. The market is all about sustainability, affordability and giving quality clothes a new home, without the guilt of adding to fast fashion waste. Think classy, re

Amanda Bekker
Oct 172 min read


THASA Potchefstroom – Community Support and November Highlights
The Hair Academy of South Africa (THASA) in Potchefstroom is riding a wave of community support as it continues its breast cancer awareness campaign and gears up for an exciting event in early November. Image : Facebook THASA The Hair Academy of South Africa - Potchefstroom In this monthly update, learn how THASA is contributing to a great cause, what to expect at the upcoming Open Day, and how the academy’s comprehensive training program is shaping future hairstylists. Breas

Charlene Bekker
Oct 164 min read


What’s On in Potchefstroom | 17–23 October 2025
As the Jacarandas start to bloom, Potchefstroom keeps buzzing with opportunities to learn, celebrate, and connect. From family fun runs and school open days to festive braais and music, this week’s lineup promises a perfect blend of community, creativity, and local flair. Here’s your newspaper guide to what’s happening around town. Image : Facebook KYB Academy KYB Academy TEPP Open Day 🗓️ When: 17 & 18 October 2025 📌 Where: Corner of R53 (Parys Road) & Modderdam Crossing,

Charlene Bekker
Oct 163 min read


Mosaic Magic at Habitat Potch: A Workshop That Sticks - 1 November
It’s not every day you get to glue tiny bits of tile together and call it art, but that’s exactly what’s happening at Habitat Potch on 1 November 2025. The Mosaic Kit Workshop invites locals to trade their smartphones for safety gloves and rediscover the joy of making something with their hands, without having to Google “what is grout?” every five minutes. How It Works Booking a spot is as simple as dropping R200 to reserve your place. That’s your deposit, not the total, the

Amanda Bekker
Oct 152 min read


October: A Month of Courage and Compassion
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time not only to honor the physical fight against cancer, but also to recognise the emotional journey that often follows. Image : Facebook Potch Trauma Recovery A breast cancer diagnosis can shake your world. Even after treatment, many people find themselves facing lingering fears, anxiety, or sadness. The experience changes how life feels, but with the right kind of support, peace and confidence can return. In Potchefstroom, Potch

Charlene Bekker
Oct 153 min read


Spring Grooming Season is Here
Spring has sprung in Potchefstroom, and pet owners are noticing the change, not just in the blooming flowers and warmer breezes, but also in their furry friends’ coats. If you’re finding extra clumps of fur around the house or seeing your dog or cat scratch more often, it’s no surprise. Image : The Go-To Guy Creations This time of year, pets start shedding their thick winter coats in preparation for summer . At Esmi’s Pet Grooming, we’re here to help you navigate this spring

Charlene Bekker
Oct 159 min read


Shooting for the Stars Montessori Potch Open Day - 18 October
A Saturday Worth Popping In For Shooting for the Stars Montessori in Potchefstroom is throwing open its colourful doors on Saturday, 18 October 2025, for an Open Day that runs from 9h00 to 12h00. It’s the perfect chance for parents to have a look around, chat to the team, and see what’s behind the school’s friendly name and bright stars. The school caters for children aged 3 years to Grade 5, and registration for the 2026 school year is already open, something for those extra

Amanda Bekker
Oct 151 min read
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