DJ Maphorisa Upcoming Gigs 2026–2027: Tour Dates, Venues & Tickets
Last updated: 8 November 2026
DJ Maphorisa is heading into a busy festive season, with upcoming performances scheduled across South Africa, the United Kingdom and East Africa. From the Scorpion Kings’ return to Sun City and Cape Town to international Amapiano events in Birmingham, London and Nairobi, the South African hitmaker has several appearances on the calendar before the end of 2026.
Known for his influence on Amapiano, Afro-house and African pop, DJ Maphorisa continues to connect South African music with audiences around the world. His upcoming schedule includes solo DJ appearances, festival performances and shows alongside Kabza De Small as the Scorpion Kings.
If you’re looking for DJ Maphorisa upcoming gigs in 2026 and 2027, here’s a breakdown of the announced dates, venues, lineups and ticket information. This guide will be updated as additional performances are announced.
DJ Maphorisa Upcoming Gigs: 2026–2027
The following dates are drawn from published event and ticket listings available on 8 November 2026. Some appearances are billed under the Scorpion Kings name, while others list DJ Maphorisa individually.
| Date | Event | Venue / Location | Appearance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 November 2026 | Piano People – South Gidi | O2 Institute, Birmingham, UK | DJ Tunez & DJ Maphorisa |
| 29 November 2026 | Piano People | Drumsheds, London, UK | DJ Maphorisa and other DJs |
| 4 December 2026 | Sunbet Beach Party – Nedbank Golf Challenge | Valley of Waves, Sun City | Scorpion Kings |
| 5 December 2026 | Really Loud Festival | 4 Ways Farmers Market, Johannesburg | DJ Maphorisa listed |
| 5 December 2026 | Amapianoland – Detty December | MASSHOUSE, Nairobi, Kenya | DJ Maphorisa listed |
| 15 December 2026 | Gallo 100: The Sound of a Century | Grand Parade, Cape Town | DJ Maphorisa |
| 16 December 2026 | Best of Both Worlds | Heartfelt Arena, Pretoria | DJ Maphorisa |
| 27 December 2026 | Amapianoland – Detty December | Boxpark Wembley, London, UK | DJ Maphorisa listed |
| 28 December 2026 | Bread4Soul Sessions | Cape Town | DJ Maphorisa & Kabza De Small listed |
| 30 December 2026 | Piano People On The Beach | Cabo Beach Club, Cape Town | Scorpion Kings |
Important scheduling note: DJ Maphorisa appears in listings for both Really Loud Festival in Johannesburg and Amapianoland in Nairobi on 5 December. These are conflicting same-day appearances. Confirm his actual performance location and schedule with the organisers or his official channels before making travel plans.
No additional 2027 performance date has been sufficiently verified for inclusion in this calendar yet. The guide will be updated when confirmed listings become available.
DJ Maphorisa’s November 2026 Gigs
28 November 2026 – Piano People: South Gidi, Birmingham
DJ Maphorisa is scheduled to perform alongside Nigerian DJ Tunez at Piano People’s South Gidi event at the O2 Institute Birmingham on Saturday, 28 November.
South Gidi brings together the sounds of Nigerian Afrobeats and South African Amapiano, reflecting the growing musical relationship between the two scenes.
The event is scheduled to start at 17:00 and is strictly for over-18s.
Event details:
- Date: Saturday, 28 November 2026
- Venue: O2 Institute Birmingham
- City: Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Featured artists: DJ Tunez and DJ Maphorisa
Tickets: Book through Live Nation UK.
29 November 2026 – Piano People, London
The following day, DJ Maphorisa is listed for another Piano People appearance in London.
The event at Drumsheds is billed with South Gidi, DJ LAG and General C’Mamane among the names associated with the programme.
Event details:
- Date: Sunday, 29 November 2026
- Venue: Drumsheds
- City: London, United Kingdom
Tickets and event updates: Resident Advisor event listings.
DJ Maphorisa’s December 2026 Gigs
4 December 2026 – Scorpion Kings at Sun City
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DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small will perform as the Scorpion Kings at Valley of Waves on Friday, 4 December. The event is part of the entertainment programme surrounding one of South Africa’s biggest golf tournaments.
The advertised event time is 16:30 until midnight.
Event details:
- Date: Friday, 4 December 2026
- Venue: Valley of Waves, Sun City Resort
- Location: North West, South Africa
- Performers: Scorpion Kings
- Event: Sunbet Beach Party
Tickets: Nedbank Golf Challenge – Scorpion Kings Beach Party.
5 December 2026 – Really Loud Festival, Johannesburg
DJ Maphorisa is listed on the lineup for Really Loud Festival, an outdoor music event taking place at 4 Ways Farmers Market in Modderfontein, Johannesburg.
The festival brings together a broad selection of South African music, including Amapiano, hip-hop and dance sounds.
The announced lineup includes Sam Deep, Zee Nxumalo, 031Choppa, Calvin Fallo, Shaun 101, Earful Soul, Sol Phenduka, JussGigi, Goldmax and Asvnte.
Event details:
- Date: Saturday, 5 December 2026
- Venue: 4 Ways Farmers Market, Modderfontein
- Location: Johannesburg
- Listed artist: DJ Maphorisa
- Time: 14:00–22:00
Tickets: Really Loud Festival on Howler.
Note: DJ Maphorisa is also listed for Amapianoland in Nairobi on this date. Check with the festival organisers for confirmation of his appearance.
5 December 2026 – Amapianoland: Detty December, Nairobi
Amapianoland brings an Amapiano and Afrobeats lineup to Nairobi, Kenya, as part of the Detty December entertainment season.
DJ Maphorisa is listed alongside Kabza De Small, Uncle Waffles and other artists for the event at MASSHOUSE.
Event details:
- Date: Saturday, 5 December 2026
- Venue: MASSHOUSE
- City: Nairobi, Kenya
- Featured artists: DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small and Uncle Waffles
Check the Resident Advisor DJ Maphorisa events page for the published event listing and updates.
15 December 2026 – Gallo 100: The Sound of a Century, Cape Town
DJ Maphorisa is among the artists announced for Gallo 100: The Sound of a Century, a celebration of Gallo Record Company’s 100-year contribution to African music.
The Cape Town event will take place at the Grand Parade on 15 December, with Maphorisa announced for a specially curated Afro-house set.
His appearance connects the evolution of South African dance music with a celebration of the country’s wider musical history.
Event details:
- Date: Tuesday, 15 December 2026
- Venue: Grand Parade
- City: Cape Town
- Performance: DJ Maphorisa – Afro-house set
Further details: Gallo 100 event announcement.
16 December 2026 – Best of Both Worlds, Pretoria
DJ Maphorisa is also on the lineup for Best of Both Worlds at Heartfelt Arena in Pretoria.
The festival brings together different sides of South African dance music across two stages. The first focuses on Afro-house and Amapiano, while the second brings together Gqom and Lekompo.
The announced Afro-house and Amapiano lineup includes Black Coffee, Shimza, Sun-El Musician, Darque, DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, Kelvin Momo, Zee Nxumalo and Njelic.
Event details:
- Date: Wednesday, 16 December 2026
- Venue: Heartfelt Arena
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
- Featured artists: DJ Maphorisa, Black Coffee, Kabza De Small, Shimza and more
- Age restriction: Over 18s
Tickets: Best of Both Worlds on Howler.
27 December 2026 – Amapianoland, London
DJ Maphorisa is listed for another Amapianoland Detty December event, this time at Boxpark Wembley in London.
The event brings together Amapiano and Afrobeats artists for the festive season, with Kabza De Small and Uncle Waffles also appearing on the published lineup.
Event details:
- Date: Sunday, 27 December 2026
- Venue: Boxpark Wembley
- City: London, United Kingdom
- Listed artists: DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, Uncle Waffles and others
Check Resident Advisor for event updates.
28 December 2026 – Bread4Soul Sessions, Cape Town
DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small are listed on the lineup for Bread4Soul Sessions in Cape Town.
The event brings together South African and international house music names, with a programme that includes Sir LSG, DJ Souldiya, Charles Webster, DJ Kent, Lulo Cafe, Nutty NYS, Kubeu, Sio and more.
The appearance is worth watching because Maphorisa and Kabza are listed individually. Fans should not automatically assume they will perform a joint Scorpion Kings set.
For the full lineup and event information, see our guide: Bread4Soul Sessions Cape Town 2026: Lineup, Tickets & Time.
30 December 2026 – Piano People On The Beach, Cape Town
One of the biggest Cape Town dates on the festive calendar is Piano People On The Beach, featuring the Scorpion Kings at Cabo Beach Club.
DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small headline the event, with Focalistic, Dlala Thukzin, Scotts Maphuma, Bob Mabena, Sam Deep, W4DE, Ca Ma Gu, Not A She, Nomtah and VVSAMI also on the lineup.
The event is scheduled to run from 16:00 on Wednesday, 30 December, until 02:00 on Thursday, 31 December.
Event details:
- Date: Wednesday, 30 December 2026
- Venue: Cabo Beach Club
- Location: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
- Headliners: Scorpion Kings
- Other performers: Focalistic, Dlala Thukzin, Scotts Maphuma, Bob Mabena, Sam Deep and more
- Age restriction: Over 18s
Tickets: Piano People Cape Town 2026 on Howler.
The event’s official organiser page also carries the lineup and venue information.
Will DJ Maphorisa Tour in 2027?
DJ Maphorisa’s published schedule already extends into the 2027 period through international event listings, but a full 2027 tour calendar has not yet been established.
Rather than publish unconfirmed dates, Urban Street Culture will add new appearances when they are announced by the artist, event organisers or recognised ticketing platforms.
For the latest announcements, follow DJ Maphorisa on Instagram.
Why DJ Maphorisa’s International Gigs Matter
DJ Maphorisa’s international appearances reflect the growing reach of South African dance music.
From Amapiano collaborations with Kabza De Small to work across Afrobeats, Afro-house and other African sounds, his career has connected different audiences and music scenes.
The Scorpion Kings project has also helped take Amapiano from local dance floors to some of the world’s biggest live-event stages.
Following their massive FNB Stadium performance in September 2026, the duo’s December appearances in Sun City and Cape Town are among the most notable dates on South Africa’s festive music calendar.
Read more: Scorpion Kings Live 2026: FNB Stadium Tickets and Coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is DJ Maphorisa performing next?
As of 8 November 2026, his next listed appearance is Piano People – South Gidi at O2 Institute Birmingham on 28 November 2026, followed by a London appearance on 29 November.
Is DJ Maphorisa performing in South Africa in December 2026?
Yes. Published listings include the Scorpion Kings at Sun City on 4 December, Gallo 100 in Cape Town on 15 December, Best of Both Worlds in Pretoria on 16 December, Bread4Soul Sessions in Cape Town on 28 December and Piano People On The Beach in Cape Town on 30 December.
When are the Scorpion Kings performing in Cape Town?
The Scorpion Kings are scheduled to headline Piano People On The Beach at Cabo Beach Club on 30 December 2026.
Where can I buy tickets for DJ Maphorisa’s gigs?
Ticket links are included under the individual events in this guide. Use the official event organiser or authorised ticketing platform, and check availability before travelling.
Will DJ Maphorisa perform in 2027?
Further 2027 appearances may be announced. This guide will be updated as dates and venues are confirmed.
Where can I follow DJ Maphorisa’s upcoming gigs?
Follow DJ Maphorisa’s official Instagram account for announcements, event posters and schedule updates.
Urban Street Culture will continue updating this DJ Maphorisa gig guide as new performances, venues and ticket announcements become available. Check back for the latest South African and international dates.
Event information checked on 8 November 2026. Dates, lineups, venues and ticket availability can change. Some listings require final confirmation directly from the artist or event organiser.
