Tyla’s A*POP World Tour 2026-2027: Cape Town & Johannesburg Dates, Tickets & Everything You Need to Know
Grammy-winning global superstar Tyla is finally coming home. The “Water” hitmaker has announced the South African leg of her massive A*POP World Tour, and Mzansi is ready to welcome her back in style. This is your complete guide to the concerts, tickets, and everything you need to know about the event of the summer .
Tyla is bringing the tour to South Africa in support of her highly anticipated second studio album, A*POP, released on July 24, 2026. With a 34-date global run spanning Europe, North America, and Africa, this is her biggest tour yet and marks a significant homecoming .
South African Tour Dates & Venues
Mark your calendars! Tyla will be performing two massive shows in South Africa:
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, 4 January 2027 | Cape Town | Green Point Track |
| Saturday, 9 January 2027 | Johannesburg | Expo Centre, Nasrec |
The South African leg is the finale of her world tour, following a performance in Lagos, Nigeria, on December 22, 2026 . The Cape Town show on January 4 will officially open the South African leg, with Johannesburg closing out the entire tour on January 9 .
Ticket Information: How to Get Yours
Tickets are expected to sell out fast. Here’s your guide to securing a spot:
Presale
- Date: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 10:00 AM local time .
- Access: Fans can sign up for early access via Laylo at
Laylo.com/tyla/m/A-POPWORLDTOUR.
General On-Sale
- Date: Friday, 31 July 2026 at 10:00 AM local time .
- Where: Tickets will be available exclusively online at tyla.howler.co.za .
Ticket Prices (Cape Town)
Other Important Details
- Age Restriction: 6+ years. No unaccompanied minors .
- VIP & Hospitality: For hospitality enquiries, contact
tables@anythinggoes.co.za.
The Global A*POP Tour: A World Stage
The A*POP World Tour is Tyla’s most ambitious project yet, cementing her status as a global superstar. The 34-date tour kicks off on October 12, 2026, in Paris, before sweeping through major cities across Europe and the UK .
After conquering Europe, Tyla will head to North America in November, with stops in San Francisco, Vancouver, Chicago, Toronto, Brooklyn, and Los Angeles, before wrapping up the US leg in Las Vegas on December 19 .
The tour then heads to Africa, with Tyla performing in Lagos, Nigeria, before her triumphant return to South Africa in January 2027 .
About the APOP* Album
APOP* is Tyla’s highly anticipated sophomore album and features a blend of amapiano, pop, and R&B sounds that have made her a global sensation .
The album includes hit singles like “CHANEL,” “IS IT,” “SHE DID IT AGAIN,” and “IS IT LOVE” . It also features collaborations with South African artists, including Liquideep, MaWhoo, and Babalwa M, offering a unique fusion of local and global sounds . Swedish pop star Zara Larsson is also featured on the track “She Did It Again” .
Presented by Showtime Management & Anything Goes
The South African leg of the A*POP World Tour is proudly presented by Showtime Management and Anything Goes . Anything Goes is well-known for hosting some of South Africa’s biggest events, including the sold-out Piano People music festival at Cabo Beach .
With promoters of this caliber behind the event, fans can expect a world-class production and an unforgettable experience.
Summary: What You Need to Know
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Tyla: The A*POP World Tour – South Africa |
| Cape Town Date | 4 January 2027 at Green Point Track |
| Johannesburg Date | 9 January 2027 at Expo Centre, Nasrec |
| Presale Starts | 29 July 2026 at 10:00 AM (via Laylo) |
| General Sale Starts | 31 July 2026 at 10:00 AM (via tyla.howler.co.za) |
| Album | APOP* (Released 24 July 2026) |
| Presented By | Showtime Management and Anything Goes |
Don’t miss your chance to see the global superstar perform live in her home country. Tyla is ready to make history, and Mzansi will be right there with her!
