Visitor Information 2026
Why You Should Visit NAMPO ALFA
Explore More in One Place
Discover hunting, outdoor, camping, vehicles, lifestyle and more — all at one event.
See, Compare & Discover
Explore products, equipment and ideas from a wide range of exhibitors before making your next purchase.
Meet the People Behind the Brands
Speak directly to exhibitors, ask questions and get practical advice from people who know their products.
Enjoy More Than an Expo
Enjoy competitions, music, special events and activities happening throughout the NAMPO ALFA experience.
A Day Out for the Whole Family
Bring the family, explore at your own pace and enjoy a full day of things to see, experience and enjoy.
Make a Weekend of It
Stay in or around Bothaville, choose accommodation or camping, and enjoy more of the NAMPO ALFA weekend.
MORE THAN JUST AN EXPO
What’s Happening at NAMPO ALFA
Music, worship, competitions and activities add even more to your NAMPO ALFA experience.
Stay for the Weekend
Stay close. Enjoy more. Don’t rush home.
Music, worship, competitions and activities add even more to your NAMPO ALFA experience.
Accommodation in Bothaville
Guesthouses and accommodation in Bothaville and surrounding areas.
Camping at NAMPO Park
Stay right at NAMPO Park and experience the full NAMPO ALFA weekend.
Know Before You Go
A little planning goes a long way. Here are a few important things to know before you arrive at NAMPO ALFA 2026.
Tickets & Entry
Check the latest ticket options before you travel. Online ticket information and gate-entry details will be available as they are confirmed.
Opening Times
NAMPO ALFA takes place on 2–3 October 2026. Expo gates are currently planned to open at 08:00 and close at 17:00.
Parking & Arrival
Visitor parking is available at NAMPO Park. Allow enough time to park, enter the grounds and make your way to the areas you want to explore.
Families & Children
NAMPO ALFA is designed as a family experience, with exhibitions, activities, entertainment, food and plenty to discover together.
Food & Refreshments
Food and refreshment options will be available throughout the event, giving you plenty of opportunity to stop, refuel and enjoy the day.
Dress for the Day
NAMPO Park is a large outdoor venue. Comfortable shoes, sun protection and clothing suited to the day's weather will make exploring much easier.
Accessibility
If you have specific accessibility or mobility requirements, check the latest visitor information or contact the NAMPO ALFA team before travelling.
Safety & Event Rules
Please follow all event signage, safety instructions and rules for specialist activity areas. Final prohibited-item and visitor guidelines will be published before the event.
Visitor Frequently Asked Questions
NAMPO ALFA takes place on Friday, 2 October and Saturday, 3 October 2026 at NAMPO Park in Bothaville, Free State.
The current planned expo hours are 08:00–17:00 on both Friday and Saturday. Any changes should be published on the official website before the event.
Afrikaans @ NAMPO ALFA takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026 and starts at 18:30 at NAMPO Park.
Die Oes Begin Hier Lofdiens takes place on Sunday, 4 October 2026 and starts at 09:00 at NAMPO Park.
Camping is planned as part of the NAMPO ALFA weekend. Confirmed campsite options, pricing, facilities and booking information should be published on the Accommodation & Camping page.
The Accommodation & Camping page should contain accommodation options in Bothaville and the surrounding area together with NAMPO Park camping information.
Yes. Food stalls, coffee and refreshments are planned during the NAMPO ALFA weekend.
Confirmed accessibility information should be published before the event, including accessible parking, entrances and facilities.
NAMPO ALFA includes large outdoor areas, so visitors should prepare for walking and changing weather conditions. A final visitor checklist should be published once all event rules are confirmed.
Even if the weather changes, the event will still continue as normal.