Live music in 2025? Absolutely stacked. Global icons, cult favorites, and everyone in between are heading to Australia for a year of unmissable shows.
Drake and Dua Lipa have brought stadium-sized spectacles, while Cigarettes After Sex had us lost in a dream. Kylie Minogue made a triumphant homecoming, and indie heads were treated to The Kooks and Fontaines D.C.. There's plenty more still to come, with the likes of Hans Zimmer, BBNO$ and Oasis still yet to reach Down Under. Whether you’re deep in a festival crowd or front row at an arena, one thing’s for sure – 2025 is the year to see it all live.
Upcoming tours
BBNO$ (31 October – 6 November)
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Buy tickets: via Handsome Tours
Canadian artist and internet darling bbno$ (it’s pronounced Baby No Money) has announced his next Australian tour, heading south this October and November. You can sign up for pre-sale access now, with general tickets going on sale from 11am AEDT on Thursday 3 July.
Tour dates:
- Friday 31 October at Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
- Saturday 1 November at Metro City, Perth
- Monday 3 November at Festival Hall, Melbourne
- Wednesday 5 November at Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
- Thursday 6 November at Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide
Oasis (31 October – 8 November)
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Buy tickets: via Live Nation.
The British rock band has reunited for their Oasis Live '25 Tour, marking their first Australian performances since 2005. The tour features classic hits from their extensive catalog and promises elaborate stage designs with dynamic performances.
Tour dates:
- Friday 31 October at Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
- Saturday 1 November at Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
- Tuesday 4 November at Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
- Friday 7 November at Accor Stadium, Sydney
- Saturday 8 November at Accor Stadium, Sydney
Sam Fender (14–28 November)
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Buy tickets: via Secret Sounds.
Sam Fender is set to bring his powerful rock sound to Australia this November with a series of headline shows across major cities. Known for his heartfelt lyrics and energetic performances, Fender will play iconic venues including Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl and Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter.
Tour dates:
- Friday 14 November at Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne
- Saturday 15 November at Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne
- Wednesday 19 November at Riverstage, Brisbane
- Friday 21 November at The Showring, Entertainment Quarter, Sydney
- Tuesday 25 November at Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena, Adelaide
- Friday 28 November at Kings Park & Botanic Garden, Perth
Earlier in 2025
Drake (4 Feb – 7 Mar)
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The Canadian rapper has embarked on his Anita Max Win Tour, which commenced in Perth earlier this yeah, marking his first Australian tour since 2017. The tour featured tracks from his latest albums, including For All The Dogs, and showcased elaborate stage designs with dynamic performances.
Tour dates:
- Tuesday 4 February at RAC Arena, Perth
- Wednesday 5 February at RAC Arena, Perth
- Sunday 9 February at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Monday 10 February at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Wednesday 12 February at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Thursday 13 February at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Sunday 16 February at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Monday 17 February at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Wednesday 19 February at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Thursday 20 February at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Monday 24 February at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Tuesday 25 February at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Tuesday 4 March at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Friday 7 March at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
The Kooks (7 Feb – 6 Mar)
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The beloved UK band returned to Australia for a significant tour in 2025, marking their largest Australian tour to date since their sold-out run in 2022. Fans were treated to live performances of classic hits like Naive, Seaside, and She Moves in Her Own Way, as well as tracks from their latest album, 10 Tracks to Echo in The Dark.
Tour dates:
- Friday, 7 February at Party In The Paddock, Carrick, TAS
- Thursday, 20 February at Hordern Pavilion, Sydney, NSW
- Thursday, 27 February at Palace Foreshore, Melbourne, VIC
- Saturday, 1 March at Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane, QLD
- Sunday, 2 March at Yours and Owls Festival, Wollongong, NSW
- Tuesday, 4 March at Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide, SA
- Thursday, 6 March at Red Hill Auditorium, Perth, WA
Kylie Minogue (15 Feb – 3 Mar)
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The singer embarked on her Tension World Tour, which commenced in Perth, marking her first full-length Australian tour since 2019. The tour showcased tracks from her latest albums, including the Grammy-winning hit Padam Padam, and featured elaborate stage setups with giant video screens and dynamic performances.
Tour dates:
- Saturday 15 February at RAC Arena, Perth
- Tuesday 18 February at Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena,
- Saturday 15 February at RAC Arena, Perth
- Tuesday 18 February at Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena, Adelaide
- Thursday 20 February at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Friday 21 February at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Saturday 22 February at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourn
- Wednesday 26 February at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Saturday 1 March at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Sunday 2 March at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Monday 3 March at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
Billie Eilish (18 Feb – 8 March)
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The Grammy and Oscar-winning singer-songwriter toured her third studio album Hit Me Hard and Soft earlier this year. The album, which features the hit single Birds of a Feather, has been praised for its introspective lyrics and genre-blending production, further cementing Eilish’s status as one of the most influential artists of her generation.
Tour dates:
- Tuesday 18 February at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Wednesday 19 February at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Friday 21 February at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Saturday 22 February at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Monday 24 February at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Tuesday 25 February at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Thursday 27 February at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Friday 28 February at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Tuesday 4 March at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Wednesday 5 March at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Thursday 7 March at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Friday 8 March at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
Denzel Curry (21 Feb – 4 Mar)
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The American rapper returned to Australia in February 2025 with his Mischievous South 2025 World Tour, following the release of his album King of the Mischievous South. This tour marked his first Australian performances since 2022 and will feature tracks from his latest album, including the single Still in the Paint. Supporting acts for the tour include 3%.
Tour dates:
- Friday, 21 February 2025 at The Tivoli, Brisbane
- Saturday, 22 February 2025 at Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
- Sunday, 2 March 2025 at Palace Foreshore, Melbourne
- Tuesday, 4 March 2025 at Metro City, Perth
Fontaines D.C. (27 Feb – 9 Mar)
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The Irish rock band returned to Australia in early 2025 for their ROMANCE tour, following the release of their fourth studio album, Romance. This tour marked their second visit to Australia, featuring performances at major festivals and iconic venues.
Tour dates:
- Thursday 27 February at Perth Festival, Perth
- Saturday 1 March at Riverstage, Brisbane
- Sunday 2 March at Yours & Owls Festival, Wollongong
- Thursday 6 March at Sydney Opera House Forecourt, Sydney
- Saturday 8 March at Palace Foreshore, Melbourne
- Sunday 9 March at Golden Plains Festival, Meredith
Hermanos Gutiérrez (27 Feb – 11 Mar)
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The Swiss-Ecuadorian instrumental duo, Hermanos Gutiérrez, toured Australia in early 2025, bringing their latest album, Sonido Cósmico, to local audiences. This tour marked their debut performances in Australia, featuring their signature blend of Latin American sounds and cinematic guitar melodies.
Tour dates:
- Thursday 27 February at Hotel Brunswick, Brunswick Heads
- Friday 28 February at Hotel Brunswick, Brunswick Heads
- Tuesday 4 March at Liberty Hall, Sydney
- Wednesday 5 March at Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (supporting Khruangbin)
- Thursday 6 March at Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (supporting Khruangbin)
- Saturday 8 March at Panama Festival, Launceston
- Sunday 9 March at Golden Plains Festival, Meredith
- Tuesday 11 March at Northcote Theatre, Melbourne
JPEGMAFIA (28 Feb – 8 Mar)
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The American rapper and producer returned to Australia in early 2025 with his Lay Down My Life tour, following the anticipated release of his fifth studio album later this year. This tour marked his first Australian performances since 2023, promising an electrifying live experience with tracks from his upcoming album and fan favourites.
Tour dates:
- Friday, 28 February 2025 at Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
- Saturday, 1 March 2025 at Yours and Owls Festival, Wollongong
- Tuesday, 4 March 2025 at Enmore Theatre, Sydney
- Friday, 7 March 2025 at The Timber Yard, Melbourne
- Saturday, 8 March 2025 at Metropolis Fremantle, Fremantle
Honey Dijon (1 Mar – 9 Mar)
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The renowned American DJ and producer toured Australia in March 2025, bringing her signature blend of house and electronic music to audiences nationwide. This tour included performances at major festivals and iconic venues, marking a significant return since her last Australian appearance.
Tour dates:
- Saturday, 1 March 2025 at Yours & Owls Festival, Wollongong, NSW
- Saturday, 8 March 2025 at Liberty Hall, Sydney, NSW
- Sunday, 9 March 2025 at The Palace Foreshore, St Kilda, VIC
Magdalena Bay (1 Mar – 11 Mar)
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The American alt-pop duo, Magdalena Bay, embarked on their first-ever Australian headline tour in March 2025. The Imaginal Mystery Tour featured performances of tracks from their latest album, Imaginal Disk, promising a vibrant and immersive live experience.
Tour dates:
- Saturday 1 March at Wollongong Foreshore, Wollongong (Yours and Owls Festival)
- Sunday 2 March at Roundhouse, Kensington
- Monday 3 March at Roundhouse, Kensington
- Wednesday 5 March at Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
- Friday 7 March at Palace Foreshore, St Kilda
- Saturday 8 March to Monday 10 March at Meredith Supernatural Amphitheatre, Meredith (Golden Plains Festival)
- Tuesday 11 March at Metropolis Fremantle, Fremantle
PJ Harvey (4 Mar – 15 Mar)
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The acclaimed British singer-songwriter PJ Harvey returned to Australia in March 2025 for her first tour in eight years. The tour featured performances from her Grammy-nominated album I Inside the Old Year Dying, as well as selections from her extensive back catalogue. She was accompanied by her band and special guest Mick Turner, guitarist and founding member of Dirty Three.
Tour dates:
- Tuesday 4 March at Kings Park & Botanic Garden, Perth
- Friday 7 March at WOMADelaide, Adelaide
- Sunday 9 March at Golden Plains, Meredith
- Tuesday 11 March at Plenary, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Melbourne
- Thursday 13 March at Sydney Opera House Forecourt, Sydney
- Saturday 15 March at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Brisbane
Thelma Plum (8 Mar – 6 Jun)
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Gamilaraay singer-songwriter Thelma Plum is set to perform across Australia in 2025, featuring at several prominent festivals and events. Audiences can look forward to live renditions of her acclaimed works, including tracks from her debut album Better in Blak.
Tour dates:
- Saturday 8 March at Golden Plains, Meredith, VIC
- Saturday 5 April at Silverton Hotel, Broken Hill, NSW
- Saturday 24 May at Kimberley Moon Experience, Kununurra, WA
- Friday 6 June at Barunga Festival, Barunga, NT
Tickets: Available via Thelma Plum's website.
Cigarettes After Sex (11 Mar – 17 Mar)
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The ambient pop band returned to Australia in March 2025 as part of their X's World Tour, following the release of their new LP, X's, on 12 July 2024.
Tour dates:
- Tuesday, 11 March 2025 at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Wednesday, 12 March 2025 at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Friday, 14 March 2025 at ICC Sydney Theatre, Sydney
- Saturday, 15 March 2025 at ICC Sydney Theatre, Sydney
- Monday, 17 March 2025 at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
Dua Lipa (17 Mar – 29 Mar)
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Global pop sensation Dua Lipa brought her Radical Optimism Tour to Australia in March 2025, following the release of her third studio album of the same name. This tour marked her first return to Australian stages since 2022, featuring performances of new tracks like "Houdini" and fan favourites such as Levitating and Don't Start Now.
Tour dates:
- Monday, 17 March 2025 at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Wednesday, 19 March 2025 at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Thursday, 20 March 2025 at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Saturday, 22 March 2025 at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Sunday, 23 March 2025 at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Wednesday, 26 March 2025 at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Friday, 28 March 2025 at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Saturday, 29 March 2025 at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
MJ Lenderman (21–28 Mar)
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The Asheville-based singer-songwriter and guitarist has gained a cult following for his raw, alt-country sound, with standout tracks like Hangover Game and You Are Every Girl to Me. His 2024 album, Manning Fireworks, further solidified his reputation, offering a collection of tracks that blend his signature raw alt-country sound with introspective lyrics and distorted, twangy riffs reminiscent of both classic rock and indie folk.
Tour dates:
- Friday 21 March at The Forum, Melbourne
- 21–23 March at Bambra Bowl (as part of Meadow Music Festival)
- Tuesday 25 March at Sydney Opera House, Sydney
- Thursday 27 March at The Princess Theatre, Brisbane
- Friday 28 March at Bangalow A&I Society Hall, Bangalow
Hans Zimmer (24 Apr – 30 Apr)
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The acclaimed composer brought his Hans Zimmer Live tour to Australia in April, marking his first performances in the country since 2019. The tour featured Zimmer's iconic film scores performed by a 19-piece live band and a full orchestra, for an immersive audio-visual experience.
Tour dates:
- Thursday 24 April at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Saturday 26 April at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Sunday 27 April at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Tuesday 29 April at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Wednesday 30 April at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
Spacey Jane (June 4–29)
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Fremantle indie-rock band Spacey Jane is hitting the road for their biggest tour yet across Australia and New Zealand, celebrating the release of their third album, If That Makes Sense, which dropped on May 9, 2025. The 20-show run begins in New Zealand and will take the band through key Australian cities like Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Hobart, and their hometown of Fremantle.
Tour dates:
- Wednesday 4 June at Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
- Thursday 5 June at Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
- Friday 6 June at Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
- Sunday 8 June at Miami Marketta, Gold Coast
- Tuesday 10 June at Royal Theatre, Canberra
- Thursday 12 June at The Station, Newcastle
- Friday 13 June at Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
- Saturday 14 June at Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
- Sunday 15 June at Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
- Tuesday 17 June at PICA, Melbourne
- Wednesday 18 June at PICA, Melbourne
- Saturday 21 June at Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide
- Sunday 22 June at Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide
- Tuesday 24 June at Odeon Theatre, Hobart
- Thursday 26 June at Freo.Social, Fremantle
- Friday 27 June at Freo.Social, Fremantle
- Saturday 28 June at Freo.Social, Fremantle
- Sunday 29 June at Freo.Social, Fremantle
Tickets: Available here.
Suki Waterhouse (6–7 June)
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Notorious cool girl Suki Waterhouse will make her way to Melbourne as part of RISING festival. The singer is slated to perform two exclusive shows while she's here, making her Australian debut with songs from her latest album, Memoirs of a Sparklemuffin, alongside her full band.
Tour dates:
- Friday 6 June at Athenaeum Theatre, Melbourne
- Saturday 7 June at PICA, Melbourne
Tickets: Available via RISING.
Gracie Abrams
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Gracie Abrams made her way back to Australia (and New Zealand), this time with her The Secret Of Us tour. The singer had a string of shows scheduled across both countries, and sang some of her biggest hits.
Tour dates:
- Tuesday 29 April at Sparks Arena, Auckland
- Friday 2 May at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Saturday 3 May at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Sunday 4 May at Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
- Tuesday 6 May at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Wednesday 7 May at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
- Friday 9 May at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Saturday 10 May at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Sunday 11 May at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Tuesday 13 May at Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
- Friday 16 May at RAC Arena, Perth
- Saturday 17 May at RAC Arena, Perth
Tickets: available via Frontier Touring
