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Midwest Potjie Festival 2026 - Zumbro Falls, MN
2026-09-04 08:00 - 2026-09-07 17:00 (America/New_York) | Bluff Valley Camp Grounds, 61297 390th Ave, Zumbro Falls, MN, 55991, United States
The excitement is building once again—it’s time for the Midwest Potjie Festival 2026!

If you’re in the Midwest, we would love for you to join us for a weekend filled with great food, friendship, and unforgettable memories around the fire. Campsites are limited and reserved exclusively for our group, so they cannot be booked online through the campground website. To secure your spot, please contact the campground directly by phone. Campsites that are not in our group can be booked online; they might just be a little walk away.

Whether you’re planning to camp for the full weekend or simply join us for the festivities on Saturday, there’s a place for you at the celebration.

We can’t wait to gather, share stories, and celebrate another incredible Potjie Festival together!

Texas Potjie 2026
2026-09-04 08:00 - 2026-09-07 17:00 | KOA Lake Conroe, 19785 Hwy 105 W, Montgomery, TX, 77356, United States
Big news… Texas Potjie is back!Join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating South African culture, incredible food, friendly competition, and great company! From award-winning biltong and boerewors to potjiekos, rugby, and everything in between—this is a weekend you don’t want to miss.If you’re heading to the Texas Potjie Festival, be sure to stop by Angus Biltong and say hello! We’ll have all your South African favorites, premium meats, and plenty of delicious treats waiting for you. Come support local, grab your favorites, and make a weekend of it!

Kom, Ons Gaan Braai - Saline, MI
2026-09-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Marsh View Meadows, 300 E Textile Rd, Saline, MI, 48176, United States

South Africa vs New Zealand Bokjol - Baltimore, MD
2026-09-11 20:00 - 2026-09-13 23:30 | Checkerspot Brewing Company, 1357 Ridgely St,, Baltimore, MD, 21230, United States
Join us for an unforgettable South African rugby weekend! Enjoy live music with Die Campbells, meet rugby legends, celebrate Springbok pride, win prizes for best-dressed supporters, and enjoy biltong, droëwors, South African beers, and drinks.

Springboks v All Blacks - Maryland USA
2026-09-12 | M&T Bank Stadium, 1101 Russell St, Baltimore, MD, 21230
Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, the touring series between the Springboks and the All Blacks held every four years, has announced Baltimore, Maryland, USA as the host city for the 2026 series’ historic fourth Test.
The rugby match-up at M&T Bank Stadium concludes the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour, which includes games between the All Blacks and South Africa’s four franchise rugby teams, and three Tests between the Springboks and the All Blacks on South African soil. Fans will also get to witness a double header in Johannesburg between the Black Ferns and Springboks Women before the tour comes to the US.

Heritage Day - Lorton, VA
2026-09-19 11:00 - 18:30 | Laurel Hill Park, 8780 Lorton Rd, Lorton, VA, 22079, United States

HERITAGE DAY BRAAI - Los Gatos, CA
2026-09-19 11:00 - 19:00 | Vasona Park, 333 Blossom Hill Rd, Los Gatos, CA, 95032, United States
You are all invited

No cover charge

BRING :

meat to braai

Veggies to braai

A side dish or a salad for the sharing table

Your drinks

Bottled water

Cash ( if you want to buy boerewors , biltong , droewors etc… )

A tablecloth

The kids ( the braai area is next to the children’s playground in Vasona park)

Your friends and family members

This is another very fun event of the Bay Area South Africans club

Message me on facebook messenger for more details or text me ( 510 – 867 – 1092 )
Emmanuel Mano Thanos- Organizer of the Bay Area South Africans club

Cincinnati's 5th Annual South African Bring-en-Braai
2026-09-19 12:00 - 22:00 | Breaden Shelter in Devou Park, Montague Rd, Covington, KY, 41011, United States
A traditional bring en braai. Bring what you want to eat and drink. There are grills available and we will have charcoal available.Bring your own chairs and something that can give you some shade.
For those of you that are not familiar with Cincinnati I added some interesting places and hotel information.
Jungle Jim’s – Store with two locations that sell some South African stuff like Pronutro, Ceres Juices, biltong, droe wors, spices, chutney, spur dressing, cookies, sweets, ect. I even get oxtail from there for potjies.

Jungle Jim’s International Market Eastgate39.0932368,-84.27620734450 Eastgate S Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45245http://www.junglejims.com/+15136746000
Jungle Jim’s International Market Fairview39.335491,-84.52787555440 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH 45014http://www.junglejims.com/+15136746000

Viering van ons 1 jaar Nebraska Kerkdienste - North Platte, NE
2026-09-20 13:00 - 17:00 | Lincoln County Fairgrounds, 5015 Rodeo Rd, North Platte, NE, 69101, United States

Sarasota Skaapbraai 2026 - Sarasota, FL
2026-10-02 17:00 - 2026-10-04 12:00 | Sun Outdoors Sarasota, 7125 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240, United States
THE BRAAI IS BACK!

SARASOTA SKAAPBRAAI 2026

Interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor? Email Events4SouthAfricans@gmail.com or call Amore at 954-512-7881 or Charlotte at 954-536-0129.
WEEKEND PROGRAMFriday, October 2Arriving early? Join us for a Bring-and-Braai. Bring your meat and a small side. Grills provided.Saturday, October 3Morning:Breakfast for all attendees. Please bring some breakfast items to share.Saturday afternoon:Lunch: Buy your boerewors rolls and sausage rolls from Beef Country’s Shebeen & Spaza Shop.Saturday evening:

The event starts at 12 p.m. Skaap dinner will be served around 6 p.m. We’ll provide enough skaapvleis, boerewors, pap & sous and fresh bread.

Please bring a dish to share:A–H: Dessert | I–Q: Side Dish | R–Z: Salad (Let’s try and keep it as traditional South African as we can.)

Sokkie Dance Party will start at 8:00 p.m.Sunday, October 4Leftovers for Breakfast.Clean up and say goodbye to all your new SA friends.BRING WITH:Everything to make yourselves comfortable. BYOB Drinks, Chairs, Tables & Canopies.Please feel free to invite your friends.

Jozi to Georgia Potjie Cup 2026 - Acworth, GA
2026-10-10 10:00 - 22:00 | Wildlife Action Inc. Georgia, 2075 Kellogg Creek Rd, Acworth, GA, 30102, United States
Join us for a day of fun, food, friendship, and a little healthy competition at The Jozi to Georgia Potjie Cup, taking place at the Wildlife Action GA State Chapter in Acworth on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Everyone thinks they’re a master of the fire and the grill—but now it’s time to prove it! Watch as brave potjie chefs battle it out for the coveted Potjie Cup, bragging rights, and a year of potjie glory.
With secret ingredients, the beautiful surroundings of Lake Allatoona, and a generous helping of authentic South African competitive spirit, the stage is set for an unforgettable day.
A panel of judges will decide who takes home the trophy, but this event is about much more than winning. The Jozi to Georgia Potjie Cup is a family-friendly celebration where SAFFAs, friends, family, and curious newcomers come together to enjoy great food, laughter, and community.
Enjoy: Potjiekos Competition Boeresport SAFFA Market Sokkie Dance Fishing, Canoeing & Outdoor Activities Food Vendors Good Company & Great Memories
Whether you’re entering a team, supporting your favorite potjie chefs, or simply looking for a fun day out, there’s something for everyone.
A taste of home, shared between friends, far from home.
Bring your camp chair, your gees, and your appetite—we’ll see you by the fire!

Ladies High Tea - Ocala, FL
2026-10-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Country Club of Ocala, 6823 SE 12th Cir, Ocala, FL, 34480, United States
If you live in Ocala, FL and surrounding areas, we would love to have you for our ladies high tea. The date has been secured, but I’m still waiting to confirm a menu and pricing.

South African Festival - Awendaw, SC
2026-11-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Lowfeld Soul Food, 4750 N Hwy 17, Awendaw, SC, 29429, United States
We are hosting another lekker South African festival filled with boeries, Bokke and beats
Springboks vs Ireland on the big screen (12:40pm) Braaibroodjie competition South African food (boerewors, biltong & more) South African wines Live music: Local artist Matt Jordan South African craft market Tickets: $25 per person – online or at the gate Parking $10 per car to cover insurance & traffic control

GENERAL NOTES:– All tickets (incl volunteers & vendors) available on our website– Volunteer to work and receive free entry, parking & a boerie roll– Please bring your own camping chairs / picnic blankets– Travel and accommodation costs will be for your account

VENDOR NOTES:– Vendor cost: $30– Table & canopy hire: $10– Cost will include 1 entry ticket– Parking: Free (on site)– Setup: 10:30am– Dismantle: 5pm

We are looking forward to another awesome opskop with you in Awendaw
