Travis Scott fans celebrate an epic night at Joburg concert, despite delays

Travis Scott’s return to South Africa at FNB Stadium has left an enduring mark on fans, who filled the venue for his "Circus Maximus" world tour at Castle Lite Unlocks on Saturday, October 11. 

The night faced setbacks, including rain and an hour delay before he went on stage, yet the anticipation only grew stronger. 

When Scott finally appeared, the stadium erupted.

He opened with high-energy performances supported by pyrotechnics and visual displays that kept the crowd engaged. 

Fans, soaked from the weather but unwavering, matched his intensity with chants and movement.

Social platforms quickly filled with clips and reactions. In several videos, Scott paused mid-performance to acknowledge the crowd’s enthusiasm.

That moment stood out, signalling a rare exchange between artist and audience. Despite debates around his decision to repeat “FE!N” multiple times, concertgoers widely described the night as unforgettable.

X user @_ShaunKeyz commented, “Honestly, Travis Scott is one of the best performers in the world. What he did at the FNB Stadium was insane.” 

@Chante_Poppie offered a mixed review, stating: “Travis Scott was a 10/10… The DJs? 4/10. Why were we listening to badly mixed Amapiano for an hour? The wait between the DJ and Travis’s set? 0/10. FNB had the logistics down 10/10.”

Another fan, Phillemon Koketso Nkosi, simply wrote: “Travis Scott brought the fire. I loved the energy. Thank you.” 

Media personality @PennyLebyane noted the significance for younger attendees: “The cutest thing on TikTok is the young ones calling it the best concert ever at FNB. It is their first concert there. They were kids when he first came; now they are little men.” 

Mixed reviews centred on timing and supporting DJ sets, but few questioned the impact of Scott’s presence.

The crowd’s roaring response and the artist’s willingness to interact solidified the event as more than a tour stop. 

Scott responded online after the show, sharing messages such as “Tonight showed me something different” and “Nahhhhhh y’all set TONE,” signalling his appreciation for the reception he received in Johannesburg. 

For many who attended, it was a night defined not by delays or weather, but by connection, scale and the feeling of witnessing a moment in live music history.