It’s time for the 2025 Lowvelder Pub Crawl
Gear up pub crawlers the event of the year is around the corner.
Although it may seem like we celebrated the turn of the year just yesterday, the annual Lowvelder Pub Crawl is once again gearing up to roll into town.
This year, on November 1, countless crawlers from the Lowveld and beyond will take to the pubs of Mbombela.
Lowvelder Pub Crawl 2025 rules:
One of the many great things about this pub crawl is the fact that this is your experience. You decide where you would like your day to start, in which order you will be visiting participating establishments and with whom.
Individual and team participation will be catered for, and your team can have any number of members, as long as each one comes to the crawl with their official Lowvelder Pub Crawl 2025 map.
Participants must arrange their own transport.
This allows you to party responsibly and legally.
When to start:
The pub crawl starts at 11:00 and will finish at 18:00. Start at any pub.
The goal is to visit six pubs in six hours, and to get two stamps from each participating pub or bar on the map.
To enter for the competition for the best dressed, photos will be taken between at Mustangs – The Dancing Place from 09:00 to 11:00.
The procedure for collecting your 12 stamps is explained below.
Where to start:
A map with participating establishments will be published in the October 30 edition of Lowvelder.
Crawlers may show up at any of these establishments from 11:00.
From there, navigate your way from the one to the next until you have visited them all. If you visit one pub per hour, you’ll make your way to all of them in time.
How your map will be used:
Each and every participant needs a map.
You will note that the map leads to all participating establishments, and that each has a stamp to be placed on your map when you buy a drink.
A second stamp can be earned if you participate in the hourly ‘happy moment’ (a mini ‘happy hour’ of sorts) while at the bar or pub.
About your drinks:
You do not have to consume alcohol at any time during the Pub Crawl. Liquid beverages of any kind will qualify you for a stamp.
Entry to participating establishments will be free, but the drinks there are for your own account.
How to get from one pub to the next:
You are responsible for arranging your own safe, reliable transport.
You may choose to arrange a taxi and taxi driver for the day. Citybug will provide shuttle services that depart from Mustangs at R100 per person for the day. If you want to book a spot, get in touch with them on 086 133 4433.
Do not drink and drive – driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal. BE SAFE!
If you participate in the Pub Crawl, you indemnify Lowveld Media from any loss or liability incurred during or as a result of your participation. This includes loss or liability suffered by third parties.
You acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety.
Mustangs will be the seventh pub of the day, and the prize-giving will be held there. Free entry is offered to those whose maps have been fully stamped.
The day’s best-dressed group, best spirit, the best-dressed couple and other spot prize winners will be announced at Mustangs on the night.
To qualify, teams will have to submit their fully stamped maps. Stamp counts will be verified by a trusted team from Lowvelder.
Each team will also have the chance to vote for their favourite pub of the day by voting at Mustangs after the event and handing in your completed map at the entrance.
Only share photos if you are legally allowed to do so.
Participating pubs remain the same as last year, bar one new establishment.
The Outpost Lapa has been added to the list of lekker spots to stop at during the pub crawl.
Marlin Pub and Grill, Bossa Nelspruit, Hennies Nelspruit, Little Loftus and Oppi Hoek are all on board once again and, as always, Mustangs – The Dancing Place will be the final destination for all crawlers.
Be the Karaoke King at Oppi Hoek
Mbombela hot spot Oppi Hoek will be turning up the volume with a vibrant Bay Watch theme for this year’s annual Lowvelder Pub Crawl.
Make sure you bring your summer beach body on November 1 for a day packed with awesome specials, fun activities, and surprises you won’t want to miss. Adding to the excitement, we have a new private braai lounge, promising even more space for guests to mingle and enjoy the festivities.
The event will feature R&R slushies, vodka, brandy and gin specials, ensuring the drinks flow all day and night. The Pub Karaoke will give guests the chance to belt out their favourite rock hits and classics. Oppi Hoek has been in business for three years and you get to be part of the celebrations! Fantastic prizes are up for grabs for the best-dressed and best spirit.
Put on your Bay Watch outfits and join in the fun! The lifeguards are ready, the drinks are cold and the vibe will be hot.
T: 013 250 0523 | E: oppihoekpub@gmail.com A: 23 Ehmke Street
Enjoy an epic Pub Crawl at Bossa
Crawl on November 1, and you won’t want to miss it! With all-day promotions running on drinks, guests are guaranteed great deals as they enjoy the lively atmosphere. Adding to the excitement, Bossa will be handing out spot prizes throughout the event. There’s also a chance to win a R1 000 meal voucher in the photo booth competition.
All you need to do is to snap a photo with the iconic rhino statue outside Bossa and hand in your slip with your name and number. Having been in operation for three years in November, Bossa knows how to throw a party – this Pub Crawl promises to be one for the books.
Don’t miss out on the fun! Head to Bossa and make some unforgettable memories!
T: 010 880 0389 | E: nelspruit@bossa.co.za A: Cnr Madiba Drive & Gorge St, Riverside Park
Crawl your way to Marlin Pub
Pop in at Marlin Pub & Grill during the Pub Crawl and experience a great vibe, delicious food and fantastic drink specials! Marlin is super excited to welcome all its Pub Crawl participants. You can expect various drink specials upon entry.
Purchase your drink of choice from our wide selection of beverages and receive your first stamp. Buy one of our special shooters of the day and receive your second stamp. For the hungry, Marlin offers a vast menu selection, including baskets, burgers and home-made wood-fired pizzas, to name but a few.
Alternatively, indulge in the regular daily food special. As owner Chris Naudé said, Marlin is approaching its 16th year in operation and prides itself in consistency, service, friendliness, great food and fantastic drink specials – this is what the Marlin patrons have come to know. Marlin Pub – where friends meet!
T: 071 111 1370 | E: chris@marlinpub.co.za A: 1 Loco Road, Riverside Industrial
The carnival’s coming to Pub Crawl
After a standout debut during the 2024 Lowvelder Pub Crawl, Little Loftus is back for another round and they’re ready to bring the lekker vibes once again!
This year, the Little Loftus team is going all out with a carnival theme, complete with mini doughnuts, chip stix and carnival games galore to match the festive mood. Adding even more flavour to the mix, Elaine Blignaut of A Tua Casa will set up a food stall serving scrumptious dishes throughout the event. Crawlers can look forward to great live music, with DJ Jax spinning the decks to keep the energy high while everyone collects their Pub Crawl stamps. And of course, Little Loftus’ signature view will be the perfect backdrop for your photos – so don’t forget to capture a few moments between sips. Expect a wide variety of drinks and plenty of great specials to keep the carnival spirit going all day long!
T: 062 017 2033 | A: 2 Snyman St, Mbombela, 1200
Hennie’s Nelspruit is back to bark again
Get ready to experience Hennie’s like never before as they join the Pub Crawl once again! They are beyond excited to open their doors and welcome Crawlers with open arms. The team at Hennie’s has been busy planning and preparing to ensure an unforgettable experience, packed with great vibes, delicious drinks and a warm, lively atmosphere that you won’t want to miss.
Whether you’re a regular or new to the scene, they can’t wait to share this special moment with you. Hennie’s Nelspruit is overjoyed to again be part of the legendary Pub Crawl and is looking forward to add that little extra ‘blaf’ this year. It’s going to be a night to remember!
Time to man The Outpost
The only new addition to the 2025 Lowvelder Pub Crawl roster is The Outpost, and they’re primed and ready for a lekker day of crawling.
Often described as a piece of heaven right in the Mbombela CBD, The Outpost is new to the Pub Crawl, but no stranger to having a good time. They will be running delectable food specials throughout the day, along with some fun games with great prizes up for grabs.
Crawlers can catch live sport while they stop by – and even challenge their Pub Crawl teammates to a quick game of pool. But, you best make sure you adhere to the house rules!
You can find The Outpost on the Canary Walk premises, on your way to the shooting range. With more drink specials than you’ll know what to do with, this stop is guaranteed to be a seriously lekker part of your crawl.
T: 078 365 2975 | 082 618 7120 | A: 8 Bester Street, Mbombela
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