Kabza De Small & Scorpion Kings Upcoming Events: October–December 2026
Updated: 20 September 2026
The FNB Stadium show may be over, but Kabza De Small and the Scorpion Kings are not slowing down.
After bringing more than 70,000 fans together for Scorpion Kings Live at FNB Stadium on 19 September, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa head into the final months of 2026 with appearances across South Africa.
October is particularly busy, with Kabza appearing at events in Soweto, Boksburg, Fourways, Newcastle and the Cradle of Humankind, while December brings the Scorpion Kings back together for major festive-season performances in Sun City and Cape Town.
Here is the current Kabza De Small and Scorpion Kings upcoming events calendar for October, November and December 2026, based on announced event listings available at the time of publication.
Kabza De Small Upcoming Events 2026
2 October 2026 — Street Life Socials, Soweto
Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa are heading straight back into the live-event circuit with Street Life Socials in Soweto.
The third annual Street Life Socials Music Festival takes place on Friday, 2 October 2026, at Old Engine Garage in Moroka, Soweto.
The lineup includes DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, DBN Gogo, Toss, Kelvin Momo and Tracy Vocals, with the event running from midday through to 4AM the following morning.
Event: Street Life Socials
Date: Friday, 2 October 2026
Venue: Old Engine Garage, Moroka, Soweto
Time: 12:00–04:00
Kabza appearance: Kabza De Small + DJ Maphorisa
This is one of the first opportunities for fans to catch the two producers following their massive FNB Stadium performance.
3 October 2026 — Spring Fiesta, Boksburg
Just one day later, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa are scheduled to appear as the Scorpion Kings at Spring Fiesta 2026.
The festival takes over Wild Waters in Boksburg on Saturday, 3 October, with six stages covering house, hip-hop, Amapiano and soul.
The announced main-stage lineup includes Scorpion Kings, Cassper Nyovest, Dlala Thukzin, Nasty C, Kelvin Momo, Sun-El Musician, Zee Nxumalo and K.O.
Event: Spring Fiesta 2026
Date: Saturday, 3 October 2026
Venue: Wild Waters Complex, Boksburg
Doors/event: From 12:00
Scorpion Kings: DJ Maphorisa & Kabza De Small
The timing makes it a serious opening weekend for Kabza’s post-FNB Stadium run.
10 October 2026 — Piano Fest, Fourways
The following weekend brings another major Amapiano date.
Piano Fest takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026, at Fourways Farmers Market, with Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa among the headline names.
The lineup also features Uncle Waffles, Focalistic, Young Stunna, Zee Nxumalo, Thatohatsi, Goldmax, Dankie Boi and Calvin Fallo.
Event: Piano Fest
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026
Venue: Fourways Farmers Market
Time: From 12:00
Kabza appearance: Kabza De Small + DJ Maphorisa
For fans looking for a dedicated Amapiano experience rather than a traditional club night, Piano Fest is one of the month’s bigger Kabza-linked dates.
10 October 2026 — KINGS & QUEENS, Newcastle
Kabza De Small is also booked for KINGS & QUEENS on the same day.
The event takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026, at Scrapyard Lounge in Newcastle, with Kabza billed as the featured attraction.
Event: KINGS & QUEENS with Kabza De Small
Date: Saturday, 10 October 2026
Venue: Scrapyard Lounge, Newcastle
Time: 12:00–04:00
This means 10 October currently has two separately advertised Kabza De Small events, so fans should check the specific event listing before making travel plans.
17 October 2026 — Music in the Jungle, Cradle of Humankind
One of the more distinctive dates on the calendar comes the following weekend.
Music in the Jungle takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at The Pavilion at Cradle Boutique Hotel in the Cradle of Humankind.
The event features Sjava, Kabza De Small, Focalistic, Mörda, Langa Mavuso, Thatohatsi, Thando Zide, Kuli Chana and Lamiez Holworthy.
Event: Music in the Jungle
Date: Saturday, 17 October 2026
Venue: The Pavilion, Cradle Boutique Hotel
Location: Cradle of Humankind, Gauteng
Kabza appearance: Kabza De Small
The event is also part of Cradle Boutique Hotel’s 10-year anniversary celebrations, combining live music with the surrounding nature reserve and hospitality experience.
November 2026 — No Kabza Date Added Without Confirmation
At the time of this update, USC is not adding a November event to the Kabza De Small calendar unless Kabza or the Scorpion Kings are explicitly listed on the announced lineup.
There are major Piano People and other Amapiano events taking place during November, but an event being associated with the wider Amapiano movement does not automatically make it a Kabza De Small appearance.
That distinction is important for an events guide intended to remain useful in search.
If another Kabza date is announced, this section can be updated without creating a second article.
December 2026: The Scorpion Kings Return
December changes the picture.
After a busy October schedule, DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small reunite as the Scorpion Kings for major festive-season performances.
4 December 2026 — Scorpion Kings at Sun City
The Scorpion Kings are confirmed for the Sunbet Beach Party at the Nedbank Golf Challenge on Friday, 4 December 2026.
The event takes place at Valley of Waves, Sun City, with the Scorpion Kings scheduled to perform from 16:30 to midnight.
The performance forms part of the entertainment programme surrounding the 2026 Nedbank Golf Challenge, which runs from 3–6 December at Sun City’s Gary Player Country Club.
Event: Sunbet Beach Party with Scorpion Kings
Date: Friday, 4 December 2026
Venue: Valley of Waves, Sun City
Time: 16:30–00:00
Performers: Scorpion Kings
This is one of the clearest confirmed Scorpion Kings dates on the festive calendar, with tickets and event information already published through the official Nedbank Golf Challenge ticketing platform.
5 December 2026 — AFROTRAX, Johannesburg
The next day, Kabza De Small heads to Johannesburg for AFROTRAX, a French Montana-led event at The Canvas.
The event takes place on Saturday, 5 December 2026, with French Montana headlining and a South African support lineup featuring Cassper Nyovest, Kabza De Small, Blxckie, Lucasraps and others.
Event: AFROTRAX
Date: Saturday, 5 December 2026
Venue: The Canvas, Johannesburg
Headliner: French Montana
Kabza appearance: Kabza De Small
It also creates an unusual back-to-back weekend for Kabza: Scorpion Kings in Sun City on Friday, followed by Kabza De Small in Johannesburg on Saturday.
30 December 2026 — Piano People On The Beach, Cape Town
The final confirmed date currently on our calendar takes Kabza De Small to Cape Town for the festive season.
Piano People On The Beach lands at Cabo Beach Club on Wednesday, 30 December 2026, with the Scorpion Kings headlining.
The lineup also includes Focalistic, Dlala Thukzin, Scotts Maphuma & Bob Mabena, Sam Deep, W4DE, CA MA GU, Not A She, Nompah and VVSAMI, with Teddy Goodfella hosting.
Event: Piano People On The Beach
Date: Wednesday, 30 December 2026
Venue: Cabo Beach Club, Cape Town
Time: 16:00–02:00
Headliners: Scorpion Kings
The event runs into the early hours of 31 December, putting Kabza and Maphorisa in Cape Town just before New Year’s Eve.
Kabza De Small & Scorpion Kings 2026 Calendar
| Date | Event | Location | Appearance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Oct | Street Life Socials | Soweto | Kabza De Small + DJ Maphorisa |
| 3 Oct | Spring Fiesta | Boksburg | Scorpion Kings |
| 10 Oct | Piano Fest | Fourways | Kabza De Small + DJ Maphorisa |
| 10 Oct | KINGS & QUEENS | Newcastle | Kabza De Small |
| 17 Oct | Music in the Jungle | Cradle of Humankind | Kabza De Small |
| 4 Dec | Sunbet Beach Party | Sun City | Scorpion Kings |
| 5 Dec | AFROTRAX | Johannesburg | Kabza De Small |
| 30 Dec | Piano People On The Beach | Cape Town | Scorpion Kings |
From FNB Stadium to the Festive Season
The timing of these performances is significant.
On 19 September 2026, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa took the Scorpion Kings concept to FNB Stadium for one of their biggest live moments yet.
The official Scorpion Kings platform says more than 70,000 fans were expected for the Johannesburg show, with a lineup spanning Amapiano, hip-hop, Afro-soul, house and other South African sounds.
Now the scale changes.
October takes Kabza from large festivals to dedicated Amapiano events and outdoor experiences. December then brings the Scorpion Kings back together for major destination events in Sun City and Cape Town.
It is a different side of the same movement: stadium culture, festivals, nightlife and the festive-season circuit all sitting inside the Amapiano ecosystem.
Kabza De Small’s Next Event
Based on the currently published event information, Kabza De Small’s next listed appearance is Street Life Socials in Soweto on 2 October 2026, followed by Spring Fiesta in Boksburg on 3 October.
October then continues with Piano Fest and KINGS & QUEENS on 10 October before Music in the Jungle on 17 October.
The Scorpion Kings return together in December for the Sun City Beach Party and Piano People On The Beach in Cape Town.
For fans who watched Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa command FNB Stadium, the next chapter is already loading.
The Piano doesn’t stop at FNB.
FAQ
Where is Kabza De Small performing next?
Kabza De Small’s next currently listed appearance is Street Life Socials in Soweto on 2 October 2026.
What are Kabza De Small’s upcoming events in October 2026?
His currently listed October appearances include Street Life Socials, Spring Fiesta, Piano Fest, KINGS & QUEENS and Music in the Jungle.
When are the Scorpion Kings performing in Sun City?
DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small are scheduled for the Sunbet Beach Party at Valley of Waves on 4 December 2026.
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.
Is Kabza De Small performing at AFROTRAX?
Yes. Kabza De Small is listed on the Johannesburg AFROTRAX lineup at The Canvas on 5 December 2026.
