The second day of the much-anticipated Gouefees in Randfontein gathered momentum as the warm late-afternoon sun gave way to an energetic evening of music, laughter and community spirit.
A balloon blower on stilts entertaining the festival goers.
By nightfall, families and festivalgoers fully embraced the festive atmosphere.
Children flocked to the rides and entertainment areas, while adults filled the space in front of the main stage in anticipation of the evening’s performances.
Young people showing off their dance moves to each other.Music loves having fun at the main stage.Sibongile Nhlapo, Nompumelelo Nhlapo and Ruaan Lombard enjoying themselves at the fun fair.Attendees at the Gouefees enjoying themselves.Family time at the Gouefees.Young festivalgoers are excited to be partying the night away
The excitement reached its peak when the live artists took to the stage, drawing loud cheers from the crowd. Tanya V once again captivated the audience with an electrifying performance.
Thato Mathata and Phemelo Koloane love the live music on offer at the main stage.Attendees singing along to the songs at the main stage.New friendships formed at the Gouefees between these families.Let’s get loud at the main stage.Fun on the ride at the fun fair section.A selection of food, such as burgers and mielies, available at numerous stalls.
Later, performers such as Dodo and Steve Hofmeyr kept the energy high with popular Afrikaans hits and well-known covers, getting young and old on their feet.
Dodo Nyoka entertained the masses with his tunes.A family affair, bringing both young and old to the festival.Fun at the funfair for both young and old.Dad and daughter enjoying themselves on the beautiful Saturday evening.Papa and daughter enjoying their time together at the fun fair section.A fan capturing Steve on their phone.A bit of sokkie dance whilst listening to the music.
“Gouefees definitely needs to be an annual event. The spirit at the festival is something that should happen more often,” said Thato Mathata at the main stage arena.
With two successful days completed, Gouefees is proving why it could become one of Randfontein’s most cherished annual celebrations.
A loyal West Rand resident, Maverick is a skilled radio journalist with a National Diploma in Media Studies from Boston Media House (2021), majoring in Radio Broadcasting and minoring in Journalism. Known for being adaptable, solution-driven and a strong team player, he excels in written and verbal reporting, video production, photography and other core journalism functions. Maverick joined the Herald team on 2 February 2026 and is passionate about serving society.
