The Parkview Potjiekos Competition 2026

 PARKVIEW POTJIEKOS COMPETITION 2026 

 Cooking for a Cause 

The fires are being lit once again as the Parkview Potjiekos Competition returns to George Hay Park on Sunday, 26 July 2026 for a full day of food, music, family fun and proudly South African community spirit.

More than just a cooking competition, this much-loved annual event brings people together around one of South Africa’s favourite traditions, all while raising funds for Nicarela’s charitable causes.

Whether you’re entering a team or simply joining us for the day, there really is something for everyone to enjoy.

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 FOR THE COMPETING TEAMS

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Think you have the ultimate potjie recipe?

Teams of up to 4 people will battle it out for bragging rights, fantastic prizes and, of course, the title of Ultimate Potjiekos Champion 2026.

Teams arrive from as early as sunrise to begin setting up their stands, preparing ingredients, lighting fires and bringing their team spirit to life in hopes of achieving culinary glory!

Each team:
 Creates a team name
 Chooses a theme
 Cooks a potjie of their choice
 Decorates their stand for gees & judging

Prizes will be awarded for:
 Top 3 Potjies
 Best Stand Décor
 Gees Award

Our judging panel will include a select group of local personalities and celebrity guests.

 Coals are provided by the Nicarela event.

 Entry spots are limited, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

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 FOR THE GUESTS

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Gates open at 09:30 and entry to the event is FREE.

Spend the day walking between the different potjie stands, meeting the teams, soaking up the atmosphere and deciding which delicious potjie to try.

Guests can purchase food tickets for either:
 Full portions
 Half portions

Each portion includes a FREE side of pap or rice.

There’ll also be:
 Beer tent & refreshments
 Live music throughout the day
 Live entertainment by Steve Walls
 Jumping castles for the kids
 Food stalls & vendors
 Coffees, pancakes, breads, ribs & more tasty treats to be announced

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 WHY WE DO IT

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Every pot sold helps support Nicarela’s charitable initiatives and community beneficiaries.

So while the day is filled with competition, laughter, music, and incredible food — it’s all for a greater purpose.

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 EVENT DETAILS

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 Sunday, 26 July 2026
 From 09:30
 George Hay Park, Parkview

 Team applications, rules & more info:
www.nicarela.org

Or simply complete the online form here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/fwzCFy2J1X

 For Potjie-related queries please email:
potjiekos@nicarela.org

Gather your team. Bring your gees. Come feast for a cause.

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