The Highest Grossing Tours of 2025: A Year Dominated by Global Superstars

Live music reached staggering new heights in 2025, with artists across genres proving that touring remains the most powerful force in the music industry. From stadium-filling pop icons to culture-shifting rap acts, this year’s highest grossing tours showcased just how valuable live performance has become in an era driven by fan connection and global reach. CGuk takes a look at the tours that defined 2025 financially and culturally.

1. Beyoncé –  Cowboy Carter Tour ($407.6 million)

Sitting comfortably at the top is Beyoncé, whose Cowboy Carter Tour became the highest grossing tour of 2025. Blending country, soul, pop, and Americana, Beyoncé delivered a genre-bending live experience that pushed creative boundaries while drawing massive global audiences. The tour wasn’t just a commercial triumph — it was a cultural moment that reaffirmed her position as one of the most powerful performers of all time.

2. Oasis – Live 25 Tour ($405.4 million)

Just narrowly behind Beyoncé, Oasis made an unforgettable return with their Live 25 Tour. Fueled by nostalgia, legacy, and an undeniable catalogue of anthems, the reunion tour proved the enduring power of Britpop. Fans old and new showed up in record numbers, turning each show into a celebration of one of the UK’s most iconic bands.

3. Coldplay –  Music Of Spheres Tour ($390.5 million)

Coldplay continued their dominance on the global touring circuit with the Music Of Spheres Tour. Known for their visually stunning, stadium-scale productions, the band once again delivered an immersive live experience that resonated across continents. Their consistent ability to sell out massive venues keeps them firmly among the world’s top touring acts.

4. Kendrick Lamar & SZA – Grand National Tour ($358.7 million)

One of the most talked-about tours of the year came from Kendrick Lamar and SZA. The Grand National Tour blended raw lyricism, emotional depth, and high-level performance into a show that felt both intimate and monumental. The pairing proved that hip-hop and R&B, when executed at the highest level, can rival any genre in touring power.

5. Shakira – Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour ($320.2 million)

Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour was a celebration of resilience, reinvention, and global pop influence. Drawing from a career-spanning catalogue and new material, Shakira’s return to the road connected deeply with fans worldwide, resulting in one of the most successful tours of her career.

6. The Weeknd – After Hours Till Dawn Tour ($306.3 million)

Continuing his dark, cinematic live vision, The Weeknd’s After Hours Till Dawn Tour remained a dominant force in 2025. With its dystopian aesthetics, massive stage design, and hit-heavy setlists, the tour further cemented him as one of the most bankable artists of the modern era.

7. Chris Brown – Breezy Bowl XX ($298.4 million)

Chris Brown’s Breezy Bowl XX showed his longevity as a live performer. Combining high-energy choreography, deep cuts, and fan-favorite hits, the tour pulled impressive numbers and highlighted the continued demand for his live shows nearly two decades into his career.

8. Imagine Dragons – Loom World Tour ($239.3 million)

Imagine Dragons’ Loom World Tour demonstrated the band’s global appeal and crossover success. Their anthemic sound and festival-ready performances translated seamlessly to arenas and stadiums worldwide, keeping them firmly in the upper tier of touring acts.

9. Lady Gaga – The Mayhem Ball Tour ($209 million)

Lady Gaga brought theatrical chaos and pop spectacle to the stage with The Mayhem Ball Tour. Known for turning live shows into full-scale productions, Gaga’s 2025 run once again proved that artistry and ambition remain key drivers of touring success.

10. Post Malone – Big Ass World Tour ($197.8 million)

Rounding out the top ten, Post Malone’s Big Ass World Tour leaned into his genre-blending identity. Mixing hip-hop, pop, and rock influences, Post delivered an accessible, high-energy show that resonated with fans across demographics, closing out a massive touring year on a high.

The highest grossing tours of 2025 highlight a clear truth: live music is bigger than ever. Whether driven by legacy acts making triumphant returns or modern stars pushing creative limits, fans showed up in record numbers. As artists continue to prioritise immersive live experiences, touring remains the ultimate measure of global impact, and 2025 set a new standard for what’s possible.