Highveld Primary’s Octoberfest draws close to 1 300 visitors
The school’s annual fundraiser brought families and the community together for a day of soccer, entertainment, food stalls and activities, with funds raised going towards maintaining the school’s facilities.
Highveld Primary School’s Octoberfest brought learners, parents and the wider community together for a day of fun, entertainment and fundraising on October 24.
The annual event, held at the school from 09:00 to 15:00, attracted close to 1 300 visitors who enjoyed a variety of activities, food stalls, entertainment and sporting action.
Organised by Nicole Pires, with the support of school staff, parents and the school governing body (SGB), Octoberfest is the school’s biggest fundraiser of the year.
The funds raised go directly back into the school to maintain its grounds and classrooms, ensuring learners have a suitable environment in which to learn and grow.
Soccer tournament
One of the main attractions was the soccer tournament, which featured teams competing in the 10–14 and 15–18 age categories.
After several rounds of exciting matches, All Stars emerged victorious, taking home medals and the tournament trophy.
The tournament remains a highlight of Octoberfest, attracting spectators and contributing significantly to the fundraising initiative.
Entertainment and food
There was plenty of entertainment for the younger visitors, including bubble soccer, jumping castles, a giant inflatable slide, an obstacle course and a gladiator jousting ring.
A DJ kept the atmosphere lively while families enjoyed picnics on the school field and cheered on the soccer teams.
Visitors also had the opportunity to participate in raffles and explore more than 15 food and market stalls offering a variety of products.
Food vendors served everything from burgers, loaded fries, wings and ribs to samosas, chilli bites, pies, mini doughnuts, soft serve, slushies and milkshakes.
Market stalls offered handmade crochet toys, books, stationery, 3D-printed toys, collectables and other items.
The school community also contributed through its own stalls, selling pancakes, waffle sticks, mini doughnuts and potatoes on a stick.
Other attractions included a white elephant sale, children’s arts and crafts and a photo booth with props.
Sponsor support
The successful event was made possible through the support of sponsors, including Ferreira, Phaphama, Powernex, the Rodrigues family, Sonia from The Laundry Company, Suzy from Enduro Gearbox, Linda Hannah from Heart of Corner Charity Shop, Donné Wagenaar, André Willich, George Wilson, Tyron Havenga and Ribeiro.
Highveld Primary School principal Estelle Douwie thanked everyone who contributed to making the event a success.
“Thank you to our entire Highveld Primary family – parents, learners, staff, sponsors and community – for making our Octoberfest a huge success. Your support made all the difference,” said Douwie.
“Looking forward to seeing everyone again in 2027 for our next Octoberfest, which will be bigger and better than ever before.”
The school looks forward to building on this year’s success as it prepares for another Octoberfest in 2027.
