What’s On in Pretoria?
This week the school holidays kicks off with a bang with Heritage Day and a fun braai competition. There are plenty of fun events to keep the whole family entertained.
WEDNESDAY
Pretoria Boeremark Aandmark @ 655 Moreletastraat, Silverton
Dis weer tyd vir lekker kos, koop en kuier. Begin 15:00–21:00.
Wheelbarrow Grand Prix @ Monument Park Estate, Visarend Street
Got a wheelbarrow? Decorate yours and come race it. Register https://forms.gle/Mcyhb2iucKTsqpWD9 or Facebook event Wheelbarrow Grand Prix Community Festival 2026. Night race & market. Starts 18:00. Enquiries: 083 471 8528.
THURSDAY
Erfenisfees: Toeka tot Toekoms @ Voortrekkermonument
Kom geniet ’n dag propvol musiek, kultuur, lekker kos en kuier. Live vermaak deur Elvis Blue, Danie Reënwolf, Tuin Schoeman en vele meer. Begin: 07:00–17:00. Kaartjies via vtm.org.za of by die hekke.
Padstal Deli Boerewors Master Competition @ 102 Lloys Ellis Drive, Mnandi AH
Padstal Deli is firing up the braais on Heritage Day to find the first-ever Padstal Deli Boerewors Roll Master. Enter here: https://padstaldeli.co.za/products/brm-entry Prize money up for grabs. Family-friendly event.
Pretoria Vintage Market @ Irene Village Market, c/o Nellmapius & Van Ryneveld
Over 120+ exhibitors. Beautifully curated jewellery, clothing & artisanal range of products. Pet-friendly. Starts 09:00–17:00. Enquiries: 063 237 0373.
Spring Market @ Menlyn Park, just inside entrance 5 coming from P5 parking – Sep 24–Oct 11
One incredible shopping experience with 150+ exhibitors. Open daily during centre trading hours. Enquiries: 084 655 5428.
FRIDAY
Sunset Sips & Biggy Beats @ Irene Country Club
Turning up the volume with Biggy, Loufi & Maeztrö live for an epic evening of music, drinks and good vibes. Tickets via Quicket. Starts 17:00. Enquiries: 064 766 9558.
SATURDAY
Fijnwyn innie Lente @ Shokran Events Venue, Plot 99, Tierpoort – Sep 26–27
Enjoy all wine varietals from more than 35 wine farms. Starts 10:00–17:00. Tickets on iTickets. Enquiries: 082 335 5659.
InsideOut Spring Market @ InsideOut Village Rockfields, c/o Sereletsa & Lenchen
Support a variety of local small businesses. Starts 09:00–15:00.
Scrub Sessions Community Clean-up @ Waverley
Die Moot Projek invites residents to help keep the neighbourhood clean. Enquiries: 076 259 4114.
Wollies Colour Run @ Wollies Animal Shelter, 101 Rooikat Street, Hestia Park
Wear something funky and colourful and walk a Wollies dog. Donations of dog and cat food welcome. Starts 08:00–10:30. WhatsApp Yvonne 082 879 1964.
SUNDAY
Jan se Markdag @ Jan Se Skuld, Montana
Kom kuier saam en ondersteun plaaslike besighede, lekker snuffel en koop hand- en tuisgemaakte produkte. Live vermaak deur Mari Minnaar. Begin 10:00–15:00. Navrae: Lydia 071 583 5248
Spring Opera Show @ Karoo Café, Lynnwood Road
A beautiful afternoon of live opera, food, wine and spring. Bookings: WhatsApp: 074 834 4414 or email info@karoocafe.co.za. Doors open 11:00. Performance starts 12:00.
Around the World Market @ Rockfalls Ranch, Main Road, M26, Hoekplaats, Erasmia
Taste delicious cuisines. Thrift local, buy pre-loved. Self-defence lessons @ 11:00. Starts 10:00–16:00. Enquiries: 082 227 8815.
Tshwane Festival of Yoga @ The Future Africa Campus, University of Pretoria
One-day celebration of health and well-being. Starts 08:00–16:00. Enquiries: Bev 082 752 2154.
COMING SOON
Oktoberfest @ Capital Craft Beer Academy, Greenlyn Village – Oct 1–4
Expect plenty of German beer and hearty food. Starts 12:00–17:00. Bookings essential: 081 877 6924.
Kofifi Weekend Extravaganza @ Carousel World, Hammanskraal – Oct 2-4
A three-day celebration of music, culture, heritage, food, fashion, entertainment and unforgettable experiences. Take a step back into South African heritage and culture. Classic cars. Tickets on Computicket. Enquiries: 010 597 0085
Chamberlain Capital Classic @ PHSOBC, 379 Queen Crescent – Oct 3
Distances: 5/10/21.1km Start to the sound of the MacChamberlain Highlanders Pipe Band. First 3 000 pre-entries get a FREE race tee (excl. 5km). Run the 21.1km in a kilt, win a R200 Chamberlain gift card. Every finisher gets a medal. Cash prizes across all age categories. Starts 06:00. Register: Entry Ninja, closes Sep 29.
Cullinan Oktoberfest @ Makers Village Cullinan, 103 Oak Avenue – Oct 3
Live Oompah music, Eisbein & German cuisine, and beer from various breweries. Dog-friendly. Starts 10:00–17:00. Tickets on Quicket. Enquiries: 082 926 4326.
Daai Kleindorpiegevoel Musiekblyspel @ Centurion Teater 3–10 Oktober
Akademia se studente voer op ’n hartroerende verhaal van selfontdekking, liefde en gemeenskap. Gehore kan uitsien na ’n produksie propvol humor, romanse en musiek wat lank ná die ligte uitgedoof het, by jou sal bly. Middagvertonings: 15:00–17:00; aanvertonings 19:00–21:00. Kaartjies op Quicket. Navrae: Annete Willemse 0861 222 888.
Klitsgras Drumming BDAY Bash @ c/o Garsfontein & Tierpoort – Oct 3
For 27 years, Klitsgras Drumming has been bringing people together through rhythm, music, connection and good vibes! Market: 12:00–20:00; Kids Drumming Circle ages 5–12, 15:00–15:30; Birthday Party 16:00; Drumming Session 18:00. Bring warm clothing/blanket, pillow, refillable water bottle and positive vibes! Tickets via Quicket. Enquiries: 083 311 0025.
Bowls Fundraiser @ Wingate Park Country Club, Norval Street, Moreleta Park – Oct 9
Get ready to strike! Join Creative Kidz School for an unforgettable 80’s Neon Bowls Event. Teams of 4. Starts 11:00. Enquiries: marketing@creativekidz.org.za.
Hondeskou en Potjieskoskompetisie @ Lavender Kontrei Mark – 10 Okt
Opbrengste ten bate van South African Animal Cancer Association. Skryf jou viervoetige ster in vir verskeie kategorieë, onder andere Best Old Timer en Pet & Owner Look-alike. Of bring jou resep in en laat die kole praat! Live vermaak en pret aktiwiteite vir die jongspan. Begin 09:00–15:00. Inskrywings kontak Munnik 083 268 8701 of e-pos bark@saaca.org.za.
The President and the Coachman – a Pretoria Hidden History Adventure @ Pretoria Central – Oct 10
Take Note: This tour will not be repeated. Two men. Two extraordinary lives. One city caught in the middle of ambition, politics, wealth and war. Join Timetraveller for a once-off historical experience exploring the fascinating worlds of Paul Kruger and George Jesse Heys. Visit Melrose House, Ou Raadsaal and Kruger House. Starts 09:00. Tickets via www.timetravellertours/pretoriamelrose Enquiries: 083 206 2262.
From Vienna to the New World @ Musaion, Universiteit van Pretoria – 11 Okt
Gauteng Filharmoniese Orkes, begeleier Schalk van der Merwe met internasionaal bekroonde Koreaanse bas-bariton Euihyun Park. Kaartjies beskikbaar op Quicket. Begin 15:00. Navrae: JP Verster 067 415 3365.
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