What's on in Kimberley – 17 October and beyond
Catch the BUZZ
What’s buzzing in Kimberley? Find out in DFA City Buzz – your weekly guide to local festivals, fêtes, and other events!
Image: Danie van der Lith / Graphic: Lance Fredericks / DFA Newspaper
Glow in the dark walk
St Patrick's CBC in support of the SPCA
Date: 17 October 2025
Time: 5:30pm to 8pm
Entrance fee: R50
Join in for a fun-filled evening walk and glow. Make a difference. Bring friends and family, wearing your brightest glow gear.
Snotkop and Dirk van der Westhuizen live
At the Fire
Date: 18 October 2025
Time: 7pm
Enquiries: Andrea 083 350 3504
The Moth Mid-Month Market
M.O.T.H. Centre, Memorial Road
Date: 18 October 2025
Time: 9am to 2pm
Enquiries: Steve 083 732 3189 or WhatsApp Al-Marie 082 359 4240
Diamond 500 Race
Big Hole Oval
Last race for the year
Date: 18 October 2025
Time: Gates open 12pm and races starts at 6pm
Enquiries: 063 135 6769
Boxing Tournament
Conference Room, Flamingo Casino
Date: 18 October
Time: From 5pm
Expect an unforgettable evening packed with explosive matchups, high-energy action, and knockout moments as top fighters step into the ring to battle it out for glory. Cooler boxes are not permitted.
Enquiries and tickets: 061 454 5040
Nag Mark
At The Fire, Landbou Road, Southridge, Kimberley
Date: 24 October 2025
Time: 5pm to 9pm
Fresh food, jumping castle, boma fire, live music. Dogs on leashes are welcome.
Enquiries: 063 324 2092
N12 Markets
GWK N12
Date: 23 and 24 October 2025
Time: 8am to 5pm
Enquiries: Marwaan 078 111 2637
Oktoberfest
Deutsch Sud Wes, 17 Regiment Way, Belgravia
Date: October 25, 2025
Time: Gates open at 10am
Bring the family and enjoy a fun-filled day of great mustic, food and festive vibes.
Enquiries: Jessica 072 021 3319
MFC Flamingo Market
Entertainment Grounds, Flamingo Casino
Date: 25 October 2025
Time: 3pm to 8pm
Live music, beer tent, shopping and affordable fun. Music by Teekay, DJ Garth, Knox the Fox and Tux, plus crafts and delicious food. Free entry.
Enquiries: 065 958 0235
Old School Marathon
129 Lifestyle Lounge, Flamingo Casino
Step back into time and relive the golden era of music at the Old School Marathon, a nostalgic journey through the unforgettable sounds of the '80s and '90s, brought to you by a dynamic group of passionate music lovers, namely Knox the Fox, Tee Kay, DJ Garth & Tux.
Date: 25 October 2025
Time: 8pm
Enquiries and tickets: Dee 081 878 6374
Sip and Paint
Flamingo Casino
Date: 25 October 2025
Time: 5pm
Enquiries: Glynnis 082 563 4539
So you think you can dance
Flamingo Casino
Join as a team or solo.
Date: 25 October 2025
Time: 4pm
Enquiries: Merissa Meyers 079295 3659
Bubbles and Beer tasting
Australian Arms – Big Hole Complex
Date: 31 October 2025
Dress code: Cocktail Smart Casual
NOCCI invites all members, local influencers and the Kimberley social crowd to a night of connection, creativity and fun. Come showcase your brand, grow your followers, and connect with the business world – all in one space! Seats are limited – book now!
Enquiries: 083 457 8145, 084 304 5988 or 082 962 2898
Comedy Night Live with Virgil Prins
129 Lifestyle Lounge, Flamingo Casino
Komediant is a unique one-man bilingual Afrikaans and English show.
Date: 31 October 2025
Time: 8pm
Tickets: Quicket
Miss Pink Diamond
Date: 1 November 2025
Time: 2pm
Tickets for sale
Enquiries and tickets: Merissa Meyers 079 295 2659
Market for Charity Dog Show
McGregor Museum, Atlas Street, Herlear
Date: 1 November 2025
Time: 9am to 2pm
Bring your dog and show them off at the annual dog show — several categories to choose from and prizes to be won.
Enquiries: 079 216 3934
Jazz Music Festival
McGregor Museum gardens
Date: 7 November 2025
Time: 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Tickets available
Enquiries: Cassi 082 839 7237
Nocci Business Expo
Horseshoe Motel
Date: 20-55 November 2025
Enquiries: 082 415 5817, info@secureplan.co.za
Join in for a business expo with a difference.
Motor and Bike Show 2025
North Cape Mall, back parking area
Date: 29 November 2025
Time: 9am
Come and brag with your car or bike. Classic, brand new, all kinds of bikes welcome.
Kandirri Kuier Fees
70km out on N8, 20km from Petrusburg
Date: 6 December 2025
Steak supper and dance, stalls, live music and Boeresport.
Tickets available on Quicket.
Enquiries: 082 781 4444.
Carols by Candelight
Mars Events presents Carols by Candlelight
Trans50, Acacia Retirement Village
Date: 10 December 2025
Time: 6pm
Enquiries: Gert 072 125 1698
Bingo Fridays
Deutsch Sud Wes Pub, 17 Regiment Way, Belgravia
Time: 6pm
Enjoy playing bingo with friends. Prizes to be won.
Kimberley SPCA Charity Shop
The Kimberley SPCA Charity Shop is a treasure trove of unique finds, open weekdays from 8.30am to 12 noon and 1pm to 4.30pm and Saturdays from 8.30am - 12 noon at Kimberley SPCA / DBV.
Discover new gems and support a great cause.
Enquiries: WhatsApp 077 448 7654