Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) is officially coming to Southeast Asia, but here’s the caveat: there’s only one stop—Jakarta. And while we, Filipino fans, would love for Ye to make a return to Manila, getting to explore the vibrant Indonesian capital to attend the concert seems like another good reason to go.
So Manila, pack your bags, coz we’re heading to Jakarta this month.
Officially locked in as the only Southeast Asian stop for the world tour, Ye Live in Jakarta presented by Raw Vision Collective is happening on October 24, 2026 at the Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Stadium in South Jakarta, Indonesia. So if you grew up with The College Dropout, spent years blasting My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, or have kept up all these years until his newest drops like Bully, then don’t let this concert experience pass, because it truly is for you.
Here is why making the quick trip to Indonesia for this one-night-only spectacle is more worth it than you think.
You’ll get to witness the iconic 360° “globe stage” in person
If there’s one thing Ye has proven across two decades of culture-defining releases, it’s that he doesn’t just put on a concert—he builds entirely new visual universes. From the floating stage of the Yeezus and Saint Pablo eras to the minimalist monoliths of Donda, his live productions have consistently rewritten the rulebook for stadium architecture.
Photo: Official Ye Tour Website
For the Jakarta stop, Ye is taking stadium design a step further with the custom 360-degree Globe Stage, anchored right at the heart of Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. This setup transforms the entire stadium floor into a monumental, immersive art piece.
Rather than looking up at a traditional far-end stage, fans in every tier—from the floor pit to the upper decks—are drawn into a central, high-concept dome structure surrounded by stadium-wide light design and heavy-hitting acoustic engineering.
And this tour isn’t just a showcase for Ye’s new material—it’s a career-spanning pilgrimage. Expect a continuous sonic journey running through the soulful chopped-sample origins of The College Dropout and Late Registration, the synth-heavy stadium anthems of Graduation, the dark maximalism of My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, and the raw, atmospheric sounds of Bully.
Photos: Official Ye Tour Website
Love him or criticize him, it’s undeniable that Ye remains one of the most influential creative forces of this generation. Seeing a discography that shaped modern hip-hop, fashion, and pop culture performed live on an architectural feat like the Globe Stage is a rare bucket-list experience for any fan.
It’s a fun weekend getaway
Flying out to Jakarta from Manila takes less than 4 and a half hours. And with the concert falling on a Saturday, you can fly out of Manila on Friday night and be back by Sunday evening just in time for work on Monday. Sounds like a good weekend to us!
Plus, traveling to Jakarta from Manila is surprisingly seamless. You can fly direct from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), and because Indonesia is an ASEAN neighbor, Filipino passport holders get visa-free entry for up to 30 days. There’s no need to worry about tedious visa applications.
You’ll probably fall in love with Jakarta
South Jakarta, Indonesia | Photo: Afif Ramdhasuma via Pexels
One of the biggest perks of Jakarta being the tour’s Southeast Asian stop is how affordable the trip can be. The Philippine Peso holds up well against the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), meaning your pocket money can stretch further than you’d think!
Jakarta’s MRT line connects key points in the city straight to the venue, too. Two MRT stations–Istora Mandiri and Senaya–drop you off just right outside the gates of Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, allowing you to skip the city’s infamous traffic.
Stay in trendy neighborhoods like SCBD and Senayan, which are both right next to the stadium. These areas are packed with boutique hotels, specialty coffee shops, and rooftop bars that you and your friends will surely enjoy.
And don’t forget to explore Jakarta’s thriving creative scene—from local streetwear boutiques, incredible local food spots, to third-wave cafes, there’s always something exciting to discover in Indonesia’s capital.
Photo: Official Ye Tour Website
The chance to catch a generational artist like Ye—on an incredible stage, no less—doesn’t come around often. And since Manila isn’t on the lineup this time around (the last time Ye was in Manila was 10 years ago!), it’s time to head to Jakarta and experience an epic concert weekend you’ll never forget.
Get your tickets now through yejakarta.com.
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