Summer 2025 concerts are already shaping up to be one for the history books. Tour announcements hit like breaking news, and before I’ve had a chance to take the first sip of my morning coffee, group chats continuously light up with Ticketmaster ticket links. This year’s lineup is electric, from global icons to rising stars with something to prove.
I’ve spent enough nights packed into arenas, drenched in sweat, and shouting lyrics at the top of my lungs to know when a concert’s worth the steep price tag and the trip. After scanning the calendars, digging into tour details, and rearranging my summer travel plans, I’ve narrowed it down to seven shows that are too good to pass up.
Morgan Wallen’s “I’m The Problem” Stadium Tour – North America
Country music’s controversial but talented star, Morgan Wallen is taking his massive catalog of hits to 19 stadiums across North America with his aptly named “I’m The Problem Tour.”
Running from June through September 2025, this tour supports his fourth studio album that just dropped in May. Wallen’s mix of traditional country storytelling with modern production creates a live experience that bridges generations of country fans.
What separates Wallen’s shows from other stadium country acts is his willingness to strip things down mid-set, often performing acoustic versions of his songs when he’s most vulnerable while sharing the stories behind them. These intimate moments in massive venues create a compelling contrast you won’t want to miss.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour – North America & Europe
Beyoncé is taking her country album “Cowboy Carter” on the road for a dedicated tour across North America and Europe during summer. This marks her first tour devoted exclusively to her genre-defying masterpiece that shattered boundaries and expectations when it dropped in 2024.
The Cowboy Carter Tour brings to vivid life her reinterpretation of country music through an entirely new production designed specifically for these songs. With a full band including fiddle players, pedal steel guitarists, and backup vocalists who can ace the complex, soaring harmonies on tracks like “Texas Hold’ Em” and “16 Carriages.”
Expect elaborate Western-inspired stage setups and close to camp costumes that reflect the album’s themes while reimagining country aesthetics through Beyoncé’s distinctive lens. Before crossing the Atlantic, the tour will hit trendy cities like Atlanta and Houston.
Stevie Wonder’s “LOVE, LIGHT & SONG” Summer Concerts – UK
When musical royalty announces rare performances, you clear your calendar immediately. The legendary Stevie Wonder unveiled his “LOVE, LIGHT & SONG” concerts series across the UK in July 2025, with stops in Lytham, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, and London.
Stevie Wonder’s voice remains a world treasure – rich, soulful, and virtually untouched by time. His keyboard work still sparkles with the same innovative brilliance that revolutionized music decades ago.
These shows will be multigenerational affairs, with setlists spanning his incomparable catalog. The opportunity to hear “Superstition,” “Isn’t She Lovely,” and “Higher Ground” performed by their creator is a musical experience of a lifetime.
Lana Del Rey’s UK Stadium Tour – Ireland & the United Kingdom
Lana Del Rey is taking her cinematic sound to massive venues across the UK and Ireland from June to July, 2025. With performances scheduled in Cardiff, Glasgow, Liverpool, Dublin, and London, Del Rey is super confident as an arena-filling artist, yet she still maintains her smoky, enigmatic persona.
Her evolution from the dreamy nostalgia of “Video Games” to the stripped-back authenticity of her recent work makes this tour particularly intriguing. These shows are also a fan’s dream, thanks to Del Rey’s brilliant reinterpretation of her catalog.
Songs you’ve listened to on repeat zillions of times before emerge transformed, often with extended intros or reimagined arrangements that breathe new life into familiar material.
Blackpink’s Summer 2025 World Tour – North America, Asia & Europe
The global K-pop phenomenon Blackpink – consisting of Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa, and Rosé – returns to the stage as a complete group for their Summer 2025 World Tour. After pursuing various solo projects, the quartet’s reunion tour will touch down across North America, Asia, and Europe.
Each member brings copious talent and a distinct personality, creating a balanced dynamic that keeps audiences engaged throughout their marathon performances.
Blackpink concerts go way beyond the polished pop production. Their live band brings a punch of rock energy that transforms tracks like “DDU-DU DDU-DU” and “Kill This Love” into full-blown anthems.
The Weeknd’s “After Hours Til Dawn” Tour – North America
Abel Tesfaye, better known as The Weeknd, continues his “After Hours Til Dawn” tour with stadium shows across North America throughout this summer. This tour, supporting his album “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” represents the culmination of his artistic evolution from a mysterious R&B innovator to a global superstar.
The first leg of this visually stunning tour – a post-apocalyptic cityscape unfolds behind him, fog rolls across the stage, lights cut through like shards, and the entire arena is engulfed in his world within minutes.
Summer 2025, he’ll be joined by Playboi Carti for most dates – a pairing that brings two genre-bending forces onto the same stage. The setlist shifts between massive hits like “Blinding Lights” and deeper tracks that longtime fans will instantly recognize.
Coldplay at Wembley Stadium – UK
Coldplay’s long-running love affair with stadium-sized crowds reaches its peak with an eight-show residency in August 2025 – including six performances at London’s iconic Wembley Stadium and two at Hull’s Craven Park.
Critics may have mixed feelings about their musical evolution, but Coldplay has perfected the art of the stadium show. Their current production features LED wristbands distributed to every audience member.
This transforms the crowd into an extension of the light show and creates moments of collective wonder. This spectacular tour is the rare case where massive commercial success aligns with genuine innovation in live performance.
Kendrick Lamar’s “The Culture” Tour – Global Arena Tour
Hip-hop’s most celebrated auteur, Kendrick Lamar, embarks on his most ambitious tour yet with “The Culture“ – a groundbreaking arena production hitting major cities across North America, Europe, and Australia over the summer of 2025.
Following the critical acclaim of his latest album, Lamar‘s live show is as boundary-pushing and thought-provoking as his recorded work. Unlike many hip-hop shows that rely heavily on backing tracks, Lamar performs with a live band that brings fresh dimensions to his catalog.
The most compelling aspect of Lamar‘s performances is the tension between intimacy and spectacle. Even in massive venues, he creates moments of hushed vulnerability where 20,000 people collectively lean forward to catch each and every word.
Why You Must Show Up For These Summer 2025 Concerts
As I wrap up my summer 2025 concert planning with Ticketmaster (and mentally prepare for the hit to my bank account), I’m reminded how lucky we are that live music still holds its place in a world drowning in screens and streams.
Nothing compares to the rush of being there – the lights, the sound, the collective roar as performers ramp up into your favorite track. Summer 2025’s lineup will bust you out of your dull, daily routine into phenomenal memories.
Go all in. Nab your tickets, pack the earplugs, wear smart shoes, and stay hydrated. These are the nights that stay with you forever.
