The 20 must-see summer music tours of 2025

Beyoncé shocked the world in 2024 when she released her first country album, properly titled Cowboy Carter. In late April, Beyoncé embarked on her Cowboy Carter Tour in select cities across the globe. In true BeyHive fashion, her fans have shown off their fashion sense and creativity with cowboy hats, boots, chaps, and American flags to show their fandom for Queen Bey. The tour is set to close on July 26 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. 

When it comes to Bad Bunny in concert, the artist is known for being the hottest ticket in town. Although his Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour doesn’t start until the Fall, tickets have been on sale since May 9. The one thing to notice is that Bad Bunny doesn’t have any United States dates on the tour, it’s rather taking place in Latin America, Europe, Australia, and Japan. However, for Americans who don’t want to travel too far, Bad Bunny will hold a 30-day residency at El Choli in Puerto Rico. 

At the top of the year, The Weeknd released his sixth album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, to rave reviews. Just days after the album dropped, he announced the After Hours Til Dawn Tour. Joined by Playboi Carti and Mike Dean, the tour started in mid-May and is set to run through September 3rd across stadiums in North America. 

Back in March, pop star Lady Gaga released her long-awaited album, Mayhem. Not long after the album drop, Gaga announced she’s going on tour, properly titled, The Mayhem Ball. The tour is set to begin in Paradise, Nevada, on July 16th, and will conclude in Sydney, Australia, on December 13th. 

Kendrick Lamar has been on quite a roll ever since a rap beef ignited between the rapper and Drake back in 2024. Since then, Lamar released his GNX album, headlined the Super Bowl halftime show, and is now on tour alongside his frequent collaborator and former labelmate SZA. The tour started back in April when the two embarked across the world to perform at sports stadiums, and is set to conclude in August. So far, they’ve brought out special guests including Baby Keem, Kaytranada, Lizzo, and Justin Bieber. 

In 2024, country singer Keith Urban released his twelfth studio album High. To support the new release, he’s taking over the summer to embark on his High and Alive Tour. Joining the country star are Chase Matthew, Alana Springsteen, and Karley Scott Collins as they kick off the tour in Alabama, while also making stops in Georgia, North Carolina, California, and Illinois. 

Charlie Wilson is teaming up with fellow soulful legends Babyface, El DeBarge, and K-Ci Hailey as he embarks on his summer R&B Cookout tour. Set to open at the Hollywood Bowl on August 27, this is the kind of tour that is perfect for fans who love ‘80s and ‘90s R&B. Keep in mind, there are a couple of dates in which DeBarge will not be present, but there are plenty of other dates in which fans can catch all four artists. 

In August 2024, Post Malone released his sixth studio album F-1 Trillion to rave reviews. To support it, he’s taking his talents across the globe for the Big A** Stadium Tour, which features special guests Jelly Roll and Sierra Ferrell. The tour began on April 29th in Salt Lake City and will end in Portugal on September 14th. 

After releasing several EPs over the years, R&B songstress and actress Coco Jones finally released her debut studio album Why Not More? To support the album, she announced the Why Not More? Tour, which began on May 6th in Philadelphia. Joined by rising stars Lady London and TA Thomas, the artists are taking their talents across North America, and it’s set to run through June 26 in Nashville. 

It’s been three years since Kpop girl group Blackpink released their sophomore album Born Pink. Since then, most of the members took on solo careers, but it seems like the band is getting back together as they embark on their Deadline World Tour. The group’s first stadium tour will kick off in July in South Korea and conclude in January 2026 in Japan. 

It’s time to say farewell to one of the most iconic hip-hop groups of all time, Wu-Tang Clan. The group is embarking on their 2025 farewell tour, properly titled Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber. Joining the group will be Run The Jewels, and the tour is set to begin on June 6 in Baltimore. 

Queen of pop Janet Jackson continues to extend her in-demand Las Vegas shows. Although her residency at Resorts World Theater was initially set to conclude in May, Jackson has now added a few more dates to close out the summer in September. Fans can be sure to hear Jackson performing her long list of hits including “Control,” “If” and “That’s The Way Love Goes.” 

Since the ‘90s, Shania Twain has been one of the most recognizable names in country music. Just two years after releasing her sixth album, Queen of Me, Twain is embarking on a North American tour this summer. Joined by special guests including Ali Walker, Andy Grammar, and Kip Moore, the tour will begin on July 2nd in Montana. 

In support of his 2024 album Blue Electric Light, Lenny Kravitz is bringing a second leg of his residency back to Las Vegas. After performing at 5 sold-out shows at Dobly Live back in October, fans can catch Kravitz again beginning in August. Kravitz has one of the hottest shows in Sin City, so fans should grab their tickets ASAP. 

With the success of his 2024 singles like “Lose Control” and “The Door,” Teddy Swims has been touring the world. Although he started touring last year and was set to end in Europe this year, Swims decided to give fans another leg across North America. The I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour started on May 9th in Hollywood, Florida, and will conclude September 9th in Los Angeles. 

Get ready to groove with soulful band Earth, Wind & Fire as they embark on their North American summer tour. The 22-city trek is set to begin June 14th in Denver and conclude August 10th in Waite Park. 

Pop rock band Blink-182 is set to close out the summer with their Missionary Impossible Tour. The group will trek across North America starting on August 28 in Florida, and ending October 4th in California. 

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of his self-titled debut album, Chris Brown is going on tour and he’s bringing a few friends along for the ride. The Breezy Bowl XX Stadium Tour is set to kick off June 8th in Amsterdam and will also feature sets from Summer Walker and Bryson Tiller.

To support rapper Russ’ upcoming album Wild, he’s embarking on a North American tour, properly titled Into The W!ld. Joined by Big Sean and Sabrina Claudio, Russ and the crew will embark across 16 cities, which is set to kick off on July 8th at Red Rocks Amphitheater. 

For the fans who miss the 2000s hip-hop sound, the Where The Party Tour is where you should be. Rappers Nelly, Ja Rule, Eve, Chingy, and Jermaine Dupri are giving fans a little taste of nostalgia mixed in with a good time. The tour will begin its United States leg in July and will conclude in North Little Rock in September.