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Lowvelder Calendar: October 22, 2026

Don't miss these events in the Lowveld!

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• Die VLU Flamboyant-tak vergader elke derde Dinsdag van die maand om 09:00 by NG Kerk-Suid se lapa. Vir verder navrae kontak Ellen McDonald by 084 532 8569.

• Valencia Wholesalers hosts craft mornings every Saturday from 09:00 to 13:00 for creatives to learn how to sew, crochet, embroider, knit and natter. For bookings, contact Selma on 072 312 0715.

• October 24: In support of the Kidney Foundation, make-up artist Willem Botha is hosting a fundraising make-up masterclass at Aloe Hill Wedding & Function Venue. Enjoy a beautiful day celebrating women, and most importantly, help make a difference in the lives of people affected by kidney disease. Early Bird tickets are R550 per person. Standard tickets are R650 per person and VIP tickets are R800. For tickets and information, contact 079 384 5409.

• 24 Oktober: Die VLU Odanata bied ’n Bridgerton-fyntee by Nelspruit Rugbyklub aan om die VLU aan die breër gemeenskap bekend te stel. Gaste kan uitsien na Rhona van Niekerk, wat as VLU Mpumalanga se kunstenaar van die jaar aangewys is, se uitsonderlike sang. Kaartjies beloop R50 per persoon en kan by Mariette by 083 334 0303 bespreek word. Gaste hoef nie volgens die Bridgerton-tema aan te trek nie en het vrye teuels.

Markets and festivals

• The Casterbridge Market is open every first Sunday of the month from 09:00 to 13:00 at Casterbridge Lifestyle Centre. This pet-friendly market offers a variety of food, vintage items and arts and crafts.

• The Creative Hub market has moved to Oewersig Community Hall and now takes place on the last Sunday of every month. The market is open from 09:00 to 13:00, and everyone is welcome.

• The Sunday Market @ Sonpark is a vibrant community market in Mbombela featuring local artisans, delicious food, live music, and family fun. The market takes place every second Sunday of the month at Sonpark Centre from 10:00 to 14:00

• 23 Oktober: Maak reg vir baljaar by Laerskool Nelspruit se Westvaal Dikste Baljaar ter herdenking van 110 jaar as ’n skool. Met ’n Spoegwolf-vertoning, heerlike kosstalletjies, wyntuin, biertent en ’n opblaas-speelpark, is daar iets vir die hele gesin. Kaartjies is R180 per persoon en R50 vir kinders onder 12 jaar. Bespreek jou kaartjies op die webtuiste. Hekke maak 12:00 oop.

• October 31: Experience the Onderberg like never before at the Crazy Cats Co. Market. With a book exchange, local vendors and food, and a kids’ corner that will keep them busy for hours, there is something for everyone. Gates open at 10:00. The event takes place at The Park in Station Street, Malelane. For more information, contact 068 385 4982.

Live entertainment

• 25 Oktober: Joshua na die Reën is terug in Mbombela vir ’n intieme musiekervaring in die vorm van ’n huiskonsert. Verbeel jouself ’n kuier saam met vriende, goeie musiek, tapas, en die beste wyn. Dehan von Solms maak ook ’n verskyning om sy kuns vir die eerste keer in Mbombela te deel. Die vertoning is R500 per persoon en sluit tapas en wyn in. Vir kaartjiebesprekings, besoek www.jndr.co.za. Die geleentheid vind vanaf 15:00 tot 17:00 plaas.

• October 31: Big beers, big feast, big fun. Mustangs October Beer Fest is coming! The festival starts at 12:00 and features live entertainment from local and traditional German artists. All ages welcome; 12 years and under enter free. Get your tickets early and book your table on 076 053 9860. Tickets are also available on Quicket.

• 14 November: Die bekende Afrikaanse musikant, Appel, kom maak ’n draai by die Buffelsfontein Brandewynarena by Mustangs – The Dancing Place. Kaartjies beloop R180 per persoon vir ouderdomme 13 en op. Toegang is gratis vir kinders onder 13 jaar. Kaartjies is op Quicket beskikbaar. Hekke maak 17:00 oop en die vertoning begin 20:00. Vir meer inligting en tafelbesprekings, kontak 076 053 9860.

To include your event in the calendar, contact Zané on 013 754 4702 or email editorial@lowvelder.co.za

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Zane Botes

Zané joined the Lowvelder editorial team in 2026, bringing with her an Honours degree in Journalism and Media Studies from NWU. She covers community and sports news, with broader interests in crime and politics. Zané’s career is driven by a simple conviction: journalism exists to give people a voice, and that begins in your own community.
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