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British rap superstar Dave will perform in South Africa for the first time in October 2026, with shows in Pretoria and Cape Town. The tour supports his critically acclaimed album The Boy Who Played the Harp and follows a record-breaking career that has redefined UK rap and global contemporary music.
Key Highlights
Pretoria
- Date: Saturday, 03 October 2026
- Venue: Sunbet Arena, Time Square, Pretoria
Cape Town
- Date: Tuesday, 06 October 2026
- Venue: Grand Arena, GrandWest, Cape Town
Ticket Details
- Tickets: Available on Ticketmaster
- Presale: Mastercard on 25 March; Big Concerts Fan Club on 26 March
- Sale Day: Friday, 27 March 2026 at 09h00
UK Rap Star Dave Brings “The Boy Who Played The Harp” Tour To South Africa
25 March 2026
History-making British rapper, producer, and songwriter Dave is set to bring his critically acclaimed live show to South Africa in 2026. The Boy Who Played the Harp Tour will stop in Pretoria and Cape Town this October, marking his first-ever performances in the country.
Tour Dates and Tickets
Dave will perform at Sunbet Arena, Time Square, Pretoria on 3 October 2026, and Grand Arena, GrandWest, Cape Town on 6 October 2026. Another Big Concerts Experience. Powered by Y. Mastercard cardholders get presale access from 25–27 March, followed by Big Concerts Fan Club presale on 26 March. General ticket sales open at 09h00 on 27 March via official platforms.
A Record-Breaking Career
At just 27, Dave is the first UK rap artist to debut three consecutive studio albums at No.1 on the UK Albums Chart. From becoming the youngest Ivor Novello Awards recipient in 2017 to earning a No.1 as a sole writer and producer with ‘Starlight,’ he continues to redefine contemporary British rap.
The Boy Who Played The Harp Era
Released on 24 October 2025, The Boy Who Played The Harp extends a run that includes Psychodrama and We’re All Alone In This Together, both No.1 albums. With four No.1 singles, ‘Funky Friday’, ‘Starlight’, ‘Sprinter’ and ‘Raindance’, Dave has built a catalogue where “better” is subjective and excellence is the baseline.
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