The Goal Zone at Mall of Africa is an exciting indoor soccer-themed activity zone bringing football fun to Midrand from 3 to 13 July 2026, daily from 10:00 to 20:00. Featuring seven challenges designed for kids, teens and parents, The Goal Zone offers a fantastic way to get active during the winter school holidays, with prizes including Bafana jerseys and vouchers up for grabs.
What to expect from The Goal Zone
The Goal Zone brings the excitement of the beautiful game indoors, with seven different soccer challenges that test skill, speed and accuracy. Whether dribbling, shooting or showing off fancy footwork, participants of all ages can get involved and compete for great prizes. It is a wonderfully energetic and interactive activation that keeps the whole family entertained.
With challenges pitched at kids, teens and parents alike, The Goal Zone is a genuinely inclusive experience. Younger children can enjoy age-appropriate fun while older kids and adults take on the tougher tests, making it easy for families to play and compete together throughout the school holidays.
A family activation in Midrand
Mall of Africa in Waterval, Midrand is one of the largest and most popular shopping destinations in Gauteng, offering a convenient and comfortable setting for The Goal Zone. Families can enjoy the soccer challenges and then explore the mall’s extensive dining and retail options, turning a visit into a full day out.
At just R50, The Goal Zone is an affordable and rewarding holiday activity, with the added excitement of prizes including sought-after Bafana jerseys and vouchers. The generous daily hours across the holiday period give families plenty of flexibility to drop in and enjoy the fun at a time that suits them.
Given its family appeal and the popularity of school-holiday activations, The Goal Zone is expected to be a hit with visitors. Arriving with time to spare is the best way to enjoy all seven challenges at a relaxed pace.
Why visit the activation
this activity zone combines active fun, friendly competition and great prizes at an affordable price, making it an ideal school-holiday outing. It is a fantastic way to keep kids entertained and moving while enjoying a family day at the mall.
Bring the family, lace up and get ready to score. the event at Mall of Africa promises soccer-themed fun for all ages in Midrand this July.
Booking details
Dates: 3–13 July 2026, daily from 10:00 to 20:00.
Venue: Mall of Africa, Magwa Cres, Waterval, Midrand.
Price: R50.
Booking: Entry is at the activation area. Visit the Mall of Africa website for details.
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Active holiday fun for the whole family
School holidays are the perfect time to get children moving, and a soccer-themed activation like this one turns exercise into pure fun. The variety of challenges keeps things fresh, encouraging repeat attempts and friendly family rivalry. Because it caters to different ages and abilities, parents can join in rather than just watch, making it a shared experience the whole family can enjoy together. Set within one of Gauteng’s biggest malls, it is easy to combine the soccer fun with a meal or some shopping, creating a full and memorable day out in Midrand.
