What a rocking month at Carnival City’s Big Top Arena! Two combat sporting events, two musical events, and to wrap things up, a worship celebration. That’s three Saturdays, and a Sunday, sorted for August.
PFL Africa Johannesburg Quarterfinals – Saturday, 9 August 2025
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) returns to South Africa with its second electrifying PFL Africa event, bringing the continent’s fiercest MMA talent to Johannesburg. On Saturday, August 9 2025, the Big Top Arena at Carnival City will host the welterweight and featherweight quarterfinals of the inaugural PFL Africa tournament, as 32 fighters from 15 African nations battle it out in the SmartCage to advance toward crowning the first PFL Africa Champions by year’s end.
The main event will feature a high-octane featherweight quarterfinal clash between Nigeria’s Patrick Ocheme (6-1) and Guinea’s Mohamed Camara (5-2-1) – two of West Africa’s finest promising an explosive showdown. In the co-main event, Angola’s Shido Boris Esperanca (9-1), fresh off a thrilling PFL debut win, will take on Gambia’s Ibrahima Mané (14-5) in a gripping welterweight quarterfinal bout. More action-packed matchups will be announced soon.
Don’t miss this historic night of world-class MMA as PFL Africa continues its continent-wide journey through East and West Africa to crown its first champions.
EVENT DETAILS:
| DATE: | Saturday, 9 August 2025 |
| TIME: | Doors open at 17h00, first fight starts at 18h00 |
| COST: | From R400 per person via Ticketpro |
| VENUE: | Big Top Arena, Carnival CityCentury Rd, Elsburg Road, Carnival City, Brakpan |
| AGE RESTRICTION | No under 3’s |
Once and for All Double Header Showdown – Saturday, 23 August 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable day of combat sports at Carnival City as Boxing 5 presents Once and For All, headlined by the highly anticipated SA heavyweight title clash between Shaun “God’s Warrior” Potgieter and Chris “The Wolfman” Thompson. The main boxing event kicks off at 19h00 and features a stacked card with eight professional bouts.
Earlier in the day, Punisher FS Promotions will bring the action with a slap fight heavyweight title showdown between Robert Kresh and Terence Labuschagne. Doors open at 13h30, with the slap fight main card starting at 14h00 and supported by six intense matchups.
One ticket grants full-day access to both events, giving fans the opportunity to experience the spectrum of high-impact combat sports all under one roof. Don’t miss this all-out battle for supremacy, live at Carnival City.
EVENT DETAILS:
| DATE: | Saturday, 23 August 2025 |
| TIME: | Doors open at 13h30, first fight starts at 14h00 and 19h00 |
| COST: | From R275 per person via Webtickets |
| VENUE: | Big Top Arena, Carnival CityCentury Rd, Elsburg Road, Carnival City, Brakpan |
| AGE RESTRICTION | No under 3’s |
A night with Zonke – Saturday, 30 August 2025
Experience the incomparable soul-stirring sounds Of Zonke Dikana in an exclusive one-night-only performance in the Big Top on Saturday, 30 August 2025.
Be there for the magic of one of South Africa’s most iconic voices, where chart-topping hits, soulful live arrangements, and breathtaking artistry come together for a night of pure musical brilliance.
This is more than a concert it’s a celebration of elegance, emotion, and excellence.
EVENT DETAILS:
| DATE: | Saturday, 30 August 2025 |
| TIME: | 19h00 |
| COST: | From R450 per person via Webtickets |
| VENUE: | Big Top Arena, Carnival CityCentury Rd, Elsburg Road, Carnival City, Brakpan |
| AGE RESTRICTION: | No Under 18’s |
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Her Mantle Worship Celebration – Sunday, 31 August 2025
rom soaring praise to intimate moments of spirit-led worship, Her Mantle Worship Celebration will create a sacred atmosphere where voices rise in unity, hearts are restored, and the presence of God flows freely.
This powerful gathering is more than an event it’s a vibrant celebration of womanhood and divine purpose. Worshippers, leaders, and believers come together for an unforgettable afternoon of music, ministry, and meaningful sisterhood.
The worship experience features an exceptional line-up of anointed voices and speakers, including Mmatema, Mpumi Mtsweni, Chairo, Yanga Sobetwa, Nozipho Phiri, Innocent Sadiki, Millicent Mashile, and Mapula Phaho. Together, they’ll lead a spirit-filled journey of praise, worship, and empowerment, honouring the unique mantle carried by every woman in attendance.
EVENT DETAILS:
| DATE: | Sunday, 31 August 2025 |
| TIME: | Doors open at 14h00 show starts at 15h00 |
| COST: | From R350 per person via Webtickets |
| VENUE: | Big Top Arena, Carnival CityCentury Rd, Elsburg Road, Carnival City, Brakpan |
| AGE RESTRICTION: | No Under 3’s |