The G-Force Festival is gearing up to bring a high-octane day of entertainment to Pretoria as it takes over Wonderboom Airport on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The event will combine aviation displays, motorsport action, and family entertainment, offering visitors a chance to experience the excitement of an airshow alongside ground-level action. The festival will feature aircraft-versus-car racing, aerobatic pylon racing, South African aerobatic displays, helicopter manoeuvres, vintage aircraft, World War II warbirds, and Jungle X freestyle motocross.
The festival will showcase a range of aircraft, from high-performance aerobatic machines to vintage planes and World War II-era warbirds. South African aerobatic pilots will demonstrate their flying skills through precision manoeuvres, tight formations, and aerial displays, highlighting different aspects of the country's aviation scene. For aviation enthusiasts, the combination of modern aerobatic aircraft and historic planes offers an opportunity to see different generations of aviation in action.
Among the anticipated highlights of the festival are aircraft racing against high-performance cars along the runway, aerobatic pilots navigating a low-level pylon course, and a helicopter display featuring dramatic aerial manoeuvres. The Jungle X motocross riders will also take to the ramps, performing freestyle tricks above the ground as the festival brings together aviation enthusiasts, motorsport fans, and families for a day of entertainment.
The flying display is scheduled to run from 10am to 3pm, giving visitors five hours of aerial entertainment. The event will also feature a range of activities on the ground, including aircraft-versus-car racing and aerobatic pylon racing. The helicopter display and freestyle motocross performances by Jungle X riders will round out the action, giving motorsport and adrenaline enthusiasts plenty to watch between the flying displays.
Beyond the engines and aerial stunts, the G-Force Festival is also positioning itself as a family-friendly outing. Children can enjoy jumping castles and entertainment, while adults can take in the displays, explore the festival atmosphere, and visit the beer tent. Whether visitors are passionate about aviation, enjoy motorsport, or are simply looking for something different to do over the weekend, the programme offers a mix of activities for different ages and interests.
With gates opening at 8am, visitors can arrive ahead of the first flying displays and settle in for the day's activities. Ticket prices have been set at R180 for adults and visitors aged 13 and older, R140 for pensioners, and R100 for children aged three to 12. Children under two can attend for free. Tickets are available through Ticketpro.
The G-Force Festival promises to be an exciting event for visitors of all ages, with a range of activities and displays on offer. From aircraft racing and aerobatic displays to motocross stunts and family entertainment, there is something for everyone at this year's festival. Visitors can look forward to a fun-filled day at Wonderboom Airport on October 31, 2026.
Key points
- The G-Force Festival will feature a range of aviation displays, including aircraft-versus-car racing and aerobatic pylon racing.
- The event will also include freestyle motocross performances by Jungle X riders and a helicopter display.
- The festival is expected to draw a large crowd, with tickets available through Ticketpro for R180 for adults and R100 for children aged three to 12.
