Your Essential Guide to Scorpion Kings Live at FNB Stadium

The wait is officially over. Tomorrow, Saturday, 19 September, DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small are taking over Johannesburg for Scorpion Kings Live FNB Stadium 2026. With more than 70,000 fans expected to gather for South Africa’s biggest Amapiano stadium celebration, planning your journey is crucial to making the most of this historic experience.

Timing Your Arrival and What to Expect

To experience the incredible full-scale celebration of South African music and culture, fans need to get their timing right. Gates officially open at 12:00, with an epic pre-show running from 13:00 to 18:30. The main Scorpion Kings set will follow from 19:00 to 22:30.

Organizers have issued a strict warning: there will be absolutely no entry permitted after 21:00. Arrive early to beat the queues, catch the diverse lineup spanning Hip Hop, Maskandi, and Lekompo, and enjoy brand experiences from partners like Sprite, Rocomamas, Castle Lite, and Red Bull. Inside, formal vendors operate on a cashless basis, so make sure your bank cards are ready. If the weather looks tricky, note that only flat-top umbrellas are allowed, and professional cameras are strictly prohibited.

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Transport and Parking for Scorpion Kings Live FNB Stadium 2026

With tens of thousands of attendees, traffic congestion around the precinct will be heavy. Fans are strongly encouraged to use official public transport or the designated Park & Ride services.

• Gautrain: As the Official Transport Partner, Gautrain is running a complimentary bus service from Park Station to FNB Stadium between 10:00 and 20:30. After the show, buses will run back to Park Station until 01:30, with the final train departing at 02:00.
• Rea Vaya: Dedicated event buses will operate from Soweto, Joburg CBD, Sandton, and Alexandra. Event services kick off at 11:00, with return buses running all the way until 02:00 on Sunday morning. Remember to grab a Rea Vaya card (R30) and load sufficient funds for the round trip.
• Park & Ride / Cabs: If you prefer driving, secure your Park & Ride or stadium parking tickets exclusively through Webtickets in advance. Fans taking a cab can use Cabs Car Hire and secure a 10% discount using the promo code SK10.

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Ticketing and Top-Tier Security

If you do not have a ticket yet, do not head to the venue expecting to buy one at the gate. There will be zero ticket sales at FNB Stadium. Purchases must be made through official platforms like Webtickets or the official Scorpion Kings Live website. Stay far away from unauthorized resellers like Viagogo, as entry cannot be guaranteed.

Safety is a massive priority for this event. The organizers have appointed the exact same security team that successfully handled the recent Chris Brown and Travis Scott concerts, doubling the capacity for tomorrow.

“More than 400 marshals will be deployed and supported by dedicated security personnel; comprehensive SAPS and JMPD presence throughout the event… The show has committed to ensure a safe, secure, and enjoyable experience for all attendees.”

Are you ready to be part of Amapiano history? Let us know which tracks you are hoping DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small drop during their main set in the comments below! Tag your groove partner and keep it locked to The Yanos Plug for all the post-event coverage.