What’s On in Pretoria?

FRIDAY

Crafters Fair Christmas Market @ Moreleta Church, De Villebois-Mareuil – Oct 23–Nov 7
Over 250 exhibitors, local artisans and small business owners. Shop for gifts and unique crafts, both weird and wonderful. Monday- Saturday 09:00–18:00, closed on Sundays. Enquiries: karibugifts@gmail.com or khaya@polka.co.za.

Fleish-Fest 2026 @ Fleisherei Brakfontein, 221 Landshut Drive, Louwlardia – Oct 23-25
Saturday: Fun carnival games, exciting giveaways and prizes. Festive carnival atmosphere, complimentary snacks and tasters. Starts 08:00. Enquiries: 012 004 0551

Hollard Daredevil Run @ Engen Theresapark Motors, 1086 Bokmakierie Street
Calling all men! Wear your purple Speedo and run to raise awareness for prostate and testicular cancers. Starts 15:00. Register here: https://hollard.business/4oF7Q29. Enquiries: 011 467 3341

SATURDAY

The Village Market @ The Village Waldorf School, 98 Burger Avenue Lyttelton
Come and support the school. Starts 09:00–13:00. Bookings: Quicket. Enquiries: 012 345 3771

Vinyl Fair @ Rock@88 Lynnwood, Glen Gables Centre
Kom geniet die beste jare van musiek saam ons, plate te koop en nog vele meer. Begin 11:00. Navrae: 078 245 9526

Arts & Crafts Market Day @ Oriental City, Centurion
Mini Oktoberfest. Explore handcrafted treasures, unique statement pieces, gorgeous succulents, woven accessories, and custom art. Starts 09:00–15:00. Enquiries: 082 739 1686.

Bookfair Pretoria @ Colbyn Military Bowls Club
Nearly 30 Gauteng-based (and some out-of-province) authors will display a wide variety of books. The event will also feature the Blooming Book Xchange and the 6th Annual Multi-Marketing Book Awards presentation ceremony. Day includes entertaining performances by comedian, Sir Bastian; dancer, Kayla Bagshaw; and Gauteng-based vocalists and stage poets, including renowned multi-time published poet Makgwale Mogaladi. Starts 10:00–17:00. Enquiries: 079 656 1814 or info@multimarketing.co.za

Brickfair 2026 @ Menlyn Shopping Centre – Oct 24&25
The largest LEGO exhibition in SA. Over 200 custom LEGO exhibits across nine categories like Castle, City, Space, Technic, Minifigure, and Best in Show. Starts 09:00–16:00. Enquiries: 012 764 9600.

Carmen: The Ballet @ State Theatre, 320 Pretorius St
A dramatic ballet adaptation of Georges Bizet’s classic opera Carmen. Starts 15:00. Bookings: Webtickets. Enquiries: 012 392 4000.

The Fortis Collective Career Day @ Mamelodi East
Could you help inspire the next generation? We’re looking for people from all walks of life to join us at one of our Career Days across Pretoria East and give young people a glimpse into the many different paths a career can take. Starts 09:00–12:00. Enquiries: 066 115 5319 or enquiries@fortiscollective.org

Health & Wellness Expo @ Centurion Mall – Oct 24&25
Special Guest: Featuring Prof Carol-Ann Benn of the Breast Care Centre, Free Testing & Screenings, Mental Health & Wellness Sessions, Financial Wellness & Parenting Insights, Kids Activities & Family Fun. Register online at www.ethosx.co.za. Starts 09:00. Enquiries: info@ourvanitylist.com

Jacaranda City Marathon @ Rietondale High School
Distances: 5/10/21.2/42.2km. Entries on Entry Ninja. First 500 finishers receive medals. Enquiries: 087 097 0011.

Moot T20 Legends @ HTS John Voster sportterrein
Tydens hierdie geleentheid pak die oudleerlinge (legends) van Hoërskool Oos-Moot en HTS John Vorster mekaar op die krieketveld vir ’n goeie doel. Hekke open 14:00. Kaartjies: moot-legends-t20.web.app/#tickets. Navrae: JJ 079 894 8566.

Woodcraft Expo @ New Hope School, 163 Cecilia Road, Ashlea Gardens
Join the Woodworking Association of Pretoria for a day of makers, crafters and curious people supporting New Hope School. Enjoy live demonstrations, arts & crafts, archery, classic cars and more. Starts 08:00–16:00. Tickets at www.woodcraftexpo.co.za Enquiries: 081 361 5938.

SUNDAY

Flea market @ 136 Murray Street, Brooklyn
Arts, crafts, odds & ends. Café on premises for refreshments. Starts 08:00-20:00. Enquiries: Johan 079 762 0881.

TUESDAY

Pretoria Zoo Bday Price Promotion @ Pretoria Zoo – Oct 27
National Zoological Garden of South Africa (Pretoria Zoo) will extend its birthday admission initiative for a further 12 months as the Zoo marks its 127th birthday. Visitors can enter for R27 on the 27th of every month for another year. Enquiries: Sasha 079 056 7551.

COMING SOON

All Shook Up: An Elvis Presley Celebration @ HEV Hall, Midstream, Centurion – Oct 31
Former Alabama director Louis Drummond van Rensburg presents the show with the fantastic band It Takes Four and three vibey backing vocalists. GP van Rheede van Oudtshoorn shines as Elvis. Starts 17:00. Book: Charlotte van Rensburg 082 393 8608.

Castle Gate Cultivate @ Castle Gate, cnr of Solomon Mahlangu Drive & Van Ryneld Ave – Oct 31
Come enjoy a centre-wide experience that brings together stores, food brands, chefs, artists, music and artisanal exhibitors. There will be plenty to tempt your taste buds and inspire. Starts 09:00. Enquiries: 012 471 1644.

Classic Car & Bike Day @ Lavender Kontrei Mark, h/v Apachelaan en K97 – 31 Okt
Kom besigtig Van Toeka tot Nou, AMOC, Old Ford, Beatles vibes en nog vele meer – klassieke voertuie en motorfietse. Bespreek jou spasie by 083 262 1947. Adam Tas sing 11:00. Kosstalletjies, biertuin, kinderpret aktiwiteite en vetplantfees. Begin 09:00–15:00.

Haunted House @ Irene Village Theatre, 1 Pioneer Road – Oct 31
Are you brave enough? Start through the graveyard, move on to the haunted hospital and then end at the Haunted House. Live actors. Tickets via Quicket. Starts 18:00–21:00. Enquiries: 084 804 0490.

Irene Farm Race @ ARC Campus, Nellmapius Drive, Irene – Oct 31
Distances: 5km (starts 06:15)/10km & 21.1km (starts 06:00). Enter on Entry Ninja. Pre-entries close 27 October. Enquiries: 082 331 2236.

Kunsmark @ Frederika Village, 658 Frederika Street, Rietfontein – Oct 31
Join us for a fun & arty market. Attention Kids! Come meet our Police Mascot 10:00–12:00. Art exhibitors, delicious food and creative finds. Starts 09:00. Enquiries: Ina 083 455 0330. Next market date: 28 Nov

Market Day @ 13th Street St Patrick Scouts Hall, 431 Rodericks Road, Menlo Park – Oct 31
Support local. Fun Halloween-themed activities for the kids, a detective challenge for the grownups. Come dressed up as a scary Halloween character or any other favourite character. Starts 11:00–16:00. Enquiries: WhatsApp Annie 066 115 5319.

Moreleta Basaar @ Moreletakerk, 1690 De Villabois Mareuil Drive – 31 Okt
Kom geniet ’n groot verskeidenheid heerlike kosstalletjies, ontdek unieke produkte en beleef die warm, gesellige atmosfeer. Vir die kinders is daar ’n NextGen-area propvol pret, met speletjies, aktiwiteite en verrassings. Begin 09:00–15:00. Navrae: 012 997 8000

Pink Battle on the dancefloor @ NG Kerk Montana – Oct 31
Join this zumba challenge by donating a bag of dog food. Donations to go to Wollies. Remember to bring a towel and water bottle. Starts 09:30–12:30. Enquiries: Rochton 083 980 2548.

Pitori Kota Festival @ Pretoria Botanical Garden – Oct 31
Dress up according to the theme HERITAGE. Family day event with all Kasi Sphatlo flavours, a full, jam-packed show, and a kids’ section. Starts 10:00–22:00. Tickets via Computicket and Webtickets. Enquiries: 081 878 2403.

Scrub Sessions Community Cleanup @ Riviera – Oct 31
Die Moot Projek invites residents to help keep our neighbourhood clean. Enquiries: Leonie 083 469 3706.

Centurion Dog Show @ Cor’s Diner, Aletta Avenue, Raslouw – Nov 1
Back by popular demand. Charity event; proceeds go to Husky Heaven Rescue and Osmans Animal Shelter, with stalls from other local animal shelters and welfare organisations selling merchandise and raising awareness. Dog show is family-friendly for everyday dogs, regardless of breed, size or background. There will also be K9 demonstrations and a pet photo booth. Starts 09:00–17:00. Enquiries: Julie 084 041 7421.

Lig en Ritme Fees @ Laerskool Tygerpoort, Henrylaan 41 – 3 Nov
Maak reg vir die jaarlikse hoogtepunt op Pretoria se sosiale kalender: ’n fees van musiek, gemeenskap, kreatiwiteit en hoop waarin ons die Here se Li gen Lewe vier. Vrydag se feesdag vind op Laerskool Tygerpoort se sportvelde plaas. Vermaak: Saxby Twins, Arno Jordaan en Elvis Blue. Begin 14:00. Kaartjies op Quicket. Navrae: 012 809 0107.

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