In just a few weeks, Johannesburg will witness one of the most anticipated international shows of the year: Travis Scott’s CIRCUS MAXIMUS Tour at FNB Stadium on Saturday, 11 October 2025. Yet, despite the hype and Scott’s massive global fanbase, tickets for this show are still not sold out — a surprising twist considering how quickly similar concerts have sold out in South Africa.

Take Chris Brown’s 2024 South African tour as an example. When he announced that his Under the Influence Tour would stop in South Africa, tickets for the first day sold out within 48 hours, forcing him to add a second date. The difference? South Africa was one of the first two tour destinations announced (along with Brazil), which meant fans from across Africa and beyond planned their travels around it, boosting demand and sales.

For Travis Scott, things are different. His CIRCUS MAXIMUS Tour has already traveled the globe, and by the time South Africa was announced, many international fans had already experienced the show elsewhere. Add to that the reality that ticket prices have been a major complaint among South African fans — especially among the younger crowd who form Scott’s core audience. On social media, many have compared the pricing issues to the recent backlash over high rugby ticket costs.

Even Castle Lite, the tour’s main sponsor, stepped in earlier this year with a special promotion to extend ticket sales through a weekend due to “high interest” (read more here). But the fact remains: sales are not moving at Chris Brown levels, raising the question — why aren’t tickets selling out faster?

The truth is, everyone wants to experience Travis Scott live. His energy, visuals, and iconic catalog of hits make for an unforgettable show. But affordability and timing seem to be the key factors slowing down ticket sales.

Travis Scott Songs to Stream Before the Concert

For those lucky enough to attend, now is the perfect time to get into concert mode. Here are some must-listen Travis Scott tracks to add to your playlist:

Sicko Mode (feat. Drake)

Goosebumps (feat. Kendrick Lamar)

Antidote

Highest in the Room

Butterfly Effect

Stargazing

Stop Trying to Be God

FE!N (feat. Playboi Carti)

K-POP (with Bad Bunny & The Weeknd)

MY EYES

Johannesburg, get ready — the CIRCUS MAXIMUS Tour is coming. Whether or not the stadium sells out, those in attendance are in for an electrifying night with one of the biggest names in hip hop.