All the Biggest Upcoming Concerts in Cape Town In 2026

This is our list of the latest announcements for shows and concerts from worldwide superstars and local icons performing in the Mother City – whether it’s a stadium show or an intimate gig. Read on for What’s on in Cape Town’s curated roundup of all the biggest tours, shows and concerts in Cape Town in the upcoming months.

Rebolledo headlines Sheer Disko

After uniting diverse underground nightlife collectives and LGBTQ+ culture for the first time earlier this year, Sheer City is back with another night of floor-rumbling, foot-thumping electronic music.

Noted by Forbes as one of the most important creatives in Mexico, Rebolledo is a DJ and electronic music producer known for his experimental brand of disco, techno, and tribal house. Starting in his home country, he has since become an international star, most famously performing with the Mayan Warrior collective at Burning Man and as one half of Pachanga Boys alongside Superpitcher.

His headlining of Sheer City’s first winter warmer event marks his first-ever set of performances in Africa. The night features two dance floors, limited VIP tables, and three bars to ensure no one is stuck waiting for drinks. Downstairs is a night of veteran DJs with Rebolledo filling in the coveted midnight slot, while upstairs sees some Cape Town favourites, including Fogshow, Housewife, and Kong, keeping up the energy.

Cost: From R300 (Phase 2). Book now on Airdosh.

When: 4 July 2026 | 8pm – late
Where: 54 Queen Victoria St, Gardens, Cape Town

Tamia

Canadian singer-songwriter, global R&B superstar, and six-time Grammy nominee Tamia makes a special return to South Africa at GrandWest to kick off the spring season of shows.

Celebrated across the world for her soulful voice and timeless tracks, has captivated audiences with chart-topping hits including So Into You, Stranger in My House, Spend My Life With You and Officially Missing You, among many others.

Listeners can expect an evening of nostalgia and powerful vocal performances from one of R&B’s most beloved voices.

Cost: Online tickets officially sold out via Webtickets.

When: 6 August 2026 | From 6pm
Where: Grand Arena, GrandWest, 1 Jakes Gerwel Dr, Acacia Park, Cape Town

Maxwell

Multi-award-winning American R&B and neo-soul icon Maxwell brings his sultry, smooth vocals to GrandWest on Women’s Day Weekend, 30 years after his debut album.

Known for beloved ballads like This Woman’s Work, Pretty Wings, and Sumthin’, Sumthin‘, Maxwell has won 3 Grammy Awards, 6 Soul Train Awards, and 2 NAACP awards – putting him firmly in legendary status as part of R&B and soul history.

Listeners are set to be treated to his signature smooth vocals, energetic stage presence, and a crowd fully in sync with every note.

Cost: From R1250 per person. Book via Webtickets or at Pick’n Pay stores nationwide.

When: 11 August 2026 | From 4pm
Where: GrandWest, Grand Arena, 1 Jakes Gerwel Dr, Acacia Park, Cape Town

Good Neighbours x TEEKS

Breakout artists from across the world are on their way to the Mother City, with indie-pop duo Good Neighbours and Maori singer Teeks performing at GrandWest for one night only. Listeners can expect a night of dreamy melodies and soulful singing from some of the most exciting young artists in recent years, bringing an international flair to Cape Town’s thriving indie scene.

Good Neighbours, a duo made up of Oli Fox and Scott Verrill, broke through onto the scene with their debut hit Home: a track layered with 2000s indie rock nostalgia, dreamy & noisy production, and an emotional chorus that has since earned over 500 million Spotify streams and certified Platinum.

The other headliner is New Zealand’s Teeks, whose sound is influenced by the R&B and soul greats that defined the 2000s and 2010s. With a velvety singing voice, classical instrumentation, and sentimental songwriting, Teeks feels like a blast from the past, bringing soulful sounds into the modern day, including the Double Platinum-certified South African favourite First Time.

The show is presented by Breakout Events, well known for their Sunset Music Series, ParkLive Festival, and recently bringing Karyn White to Kirstenbosch. The opening act is set to be a special local artist, with exact details to be announced soon.

Cost: From R495 per person. Book now on Webtickets.

When: 27 August 2026 | From 7pm
Where: GrandWest, Grand Arena, 1 Jakes Gerwel Dr, Cape Town

Dave

History-making British rapper, producer, and songwriter Dave brings his critically acclaimed The Boy Who Played the Harp Tour to South Africa this October.

At just 27 years old, Dave’s impact on the music industry is undeniable, with tracks such as Location and Sprinter solidifying his star power in the UK rap game. He recently made history as the first and only UK rap artist to debut three consecutive studio albums at number one on the UK Albums Chart.

In 2025, the star collaborated with another global icon, Tems, to create the smash hit Raindance. The track debuted at number five on the UK singles chart, peaking at number one and remaining in the top 40 for 17 weeks. In addition to Tems, Dave has worked and collaborated with Central Cee, Burna Boy, Giggs, Stormzy, James Blake, AJ Tracey and more.

Cost: From R685 per person (Standing Ticket). Buy tickets on Ticketmaster.

When: 6 October 2026 | From 8pm
Where: GrandWest Grand Arena, 1 Jakes Gerwel Dr, Acacia Park, Cape Town

Ne-Yo

As part of his globe-trotting Nights Like This 2026 tour, three-time Grammy award-winning hitmaker Ne-Yo makes a highly anticipated stop in the Mother City.

Ne-Yo’s illustrious music catalogue includes a collection of global hits that every South African should know, including So Sick, Miss Independent and his collaborations with pop legend Pitbull: Give Me Everything and Time of Our Lives.

Over the span of his career, Ne-Yo has generated a combined total of 23 billion streams worldwide and a strong South African fan base that is in for the show of a lifetime this October.

Cost: From R990 per person. Book now on Webtickets.

When: 17 October 2026 | From 6pm
Where: GrandWest Grand Arena, 1 Jakes Gerwel Dr, Acacia Park, Cape Town

Jill Scott

Neo-soul legend Jill Scott has announced her upcoming To Whom this May Concern world tour, with the final stops on the tour being Pretoria and Cape Town.

During the tour, Scott is expected to perform many of the beloved hits that helped make her a household name worldwide, including Golden and So In Love. Scott first broke into the music industry with her acclaimed 2000 debut album, Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1, which went platinum and introduced audiences to her distinctive blend of soul, jazz and R&B. The album featured several standout tracks that quickly earned her a loyal fan base.

Cost: From R860. Purchase tickets on Ticketmaster.

When: 11 November 2026
Where: GrandWest Grand Arena, 1 Jakes Gerwel Dr, Acacia Park, Cape Town

+LIVE+

Cape Town’s rock fans are in for a treat this December, with a special Kirstenbosch performance from 90s rock radio staples +LIVE+.

A band that defined an era with hits like Lightning Crashes and I Alone from the eight-time Platinum-certified album Throwing Copper, +LIVE+ is a core memory for many South Africans tuned into the alternative rock scene and MTV. Lead vocalist and guitarist Ed Kowalczyk remains the band’s frontman, with new drummers, guitarists, and bassists bringing a fresh sound to the group’s legendary hits.

Set to the backdrop of Kirstenbosch’s natural beauty, +LIVE+ are set to rock out in one of the most scenic venues in the city.

Cost: Tickets sold out via Webtickets.

When: 8 December 2026 | From 6pm
Where: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town