Live music lovers have every reason to get excited for 2025, with a star-studded calendar of concerts lined up across the year. From pop and rap to country and rock, the touring circuit is stacked with fan-favourite artists preparing to hit the stage once again.
The 2025 summer will also feel the absence of specific prominent names. Taylor Swift, who concluded her groundbreaking “Eras Tour” in December after delivering 152 sold-out performances across 22 countries, won’t be returning to the road this year. Several other fan favourites—Olivia Rodrigo and Noah Kahan among them—left their mark on the live scene in 2024 but haven’t yet announced plans for 2025.
Still, there’s no shortage of exciting concerts and tours to look forward to. In this article, Xsnoize has put together a fan guide to seven of the best UK music tours in 2025.
Stevie Wonder—“‘Love, Light & Song’ UK Tour”
Stevie Wonder is returning to the UK in 2025
for a series of headline shows that will see the legendary musician take centre stage at some of the country’s biggest venues—including a long-awaited return to BST Hyde Park.
Titled the “‘Love, Light & Song’ UK Tour”, the soul legend’s summer run will span five major cities, kicking off on July 3 at Lancashire’s Lytham Festival.
From there, Wonder heads to Manchester’s Co-op Live on July 5, Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on July 7, and Blackweir Field in Cardiff on July 9 before culminating with his headline slot on July 12 at London’s BST Hyde Park.
This upcoming set will mark his third appearance at the Hyde Park series, where he’ll once again grace the Great Oak stage—though details on supporting performers for that date are still under wraps.
Coldplay—“Music of the Spheres World Tour”
The “‘Music of the Spheres’ World Tour” will pick up in August with back-to-back dates at
Hull’s Craven Park Stadium before shifting to a monumental 10-show stretch at London’s Wembley Stadium.
The initial announcement revealed six London shows—set for August 22, 23, 26, 27, 30, and 31—but an overwhelming response from fans during the presale prompted organisers to add four more dates in early September: the 3rd, 4th, 7th, and 8th.
With the expanded London series now reaching double figures, Coldplay have surpassed Taylor Swift’s record of eight Wembley gigs in a single year—setting a new benchmark for consecutive performances at the historic venue.
Alongside the two nights in Hull, these 10 shows in the English capital will be the band’s only appearances in Europe next year. Coldplay had previously played six nights at Wembley back in August 2022, but this new stretch marks a historic upgrade in both scale and ticket demand.
Linkin Park—“‘From Zero World Tour”
After a year that reignited their global momentum, Linkin Park—now comprised of Mike Shinoda, Dave “Phoenix” Farrell, Joe Hahn, Emily Armstrong, and Colin Brittain—has unveiled plans for a monumental return to the UK stage. The group will headline London’s Wembley Stadium on June 28, 2025, as part of their globe-spanning “‘From Zero’ World Tour”.
The 90,000-capacity show is shaping up to be one of the defining moments of the band’s latest chapter. The tour officially kicks off in Mexico this January and will travel through multiple continents before concluding in Brazil in November.
Joining Linkin Park for the Wembley spectacle are genre-blending rapper JPEGMAFIA and rising metal powerhouse Spiritbox, both confirmed as supporting acts for the night.
Oasis—“Oasis Live ‘25 Tour”
Oasis are set to light up London once again, with their much-anticipated 2025 tour landing at Wembley Stadium on July 25. The legendary Britpop band will take the stage at the 90,000-capacity venue—Europe’s second-largest stadium—for what promises to be a momentous night for fans across the UK and beyond.
The band’s initial London run will span from July 25 to August 3, covering five electrifying shows. From there, the tour shifts north, with a string of performances in Scotland and Ireland over the following eight days. Then, in what’s expected to be a fitting close to their historic return, Oasis will wrap up their UK dates with two massive encore shows at Wembley on September 27 and 28.
This second round of Wembley appearances follows an explosive response to their original 17-date tour announcement, which saw overwhelming demand and soaring ticket prices leave thousands of fans empty-handed. The band responded by adding new dates to accommodate what they described as “phenomenal demand.”
As anticipation continues to build, one thing is clear—Oasis’ comeback is shaping up to be one of the most significant events on the 2025 music calendar.
Kendrick Lamar and SZA—“Grand National Tour”
Following a landmark Super Bowl halftime performance that saw Kendrick Lamar deliver his Grammy-winning track “Not Like Us” and share the stage with SZA for “All The Stars”, the iconic duo is taking their collaboration on the road.
This summer, the two artists will hit 13 major stadiums across the UK and Europe as part of their massive “Grand National Tour”.
The announcement follows a wave of critical acclaim for Lamar, who made history as the first artist to win a Grammy for a diss track. “Not Like Us”—his searing takedown of Drake—earned five Grammys, including Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Music Video.
With sold-out stadium dates already locked in across the United States from April, the European leg of the tour will kick off in Cologne on July 2.
UK fans can look forward to four major stops, beginning at Glasgow’s Hampden Park on July 8, followed by performances at Birmingham’s Villa Park (July 10), Cardiff’s Principality Stadium (July 19), and London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (July 22).
Billie Eilish—“Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour”
With several headline shows locked in for 2025, Billie Eilish is poised to deliver some of the most talked-about concerts of the year across the UK.
Her much-anticipated London stop includes an extended six-night stint at the O2 Arena, scheduled for July 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, and 17. These performances promise a blend of intensity and intimacy as fans brace themselves to match her energy in both volume and emotion.
The arena’s acoustics offer an ideal backdrop for Eilish’s stripped-down sound, capturing the raw essence of her voice and the emotional weight of her lyrics.
Following her London residency, Eilish will head north for a four-show run at Manchester’s Co-op Live arena on July 19, 20, 22, and 23. Positioned beside Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium, the venue is now the largest indoor arena in Europe.
While there have been teething issues—such as Rick Astley’s show facing last-minute capacity reductions—Eilish’s team will be hoping for seamless execution during her stay.
Fans in Scotland will get their turn earlier in the month, with Eilish bringing her immersive stagecraft to Glasgow’s OVO Hydro arena on July 7 and 8.
These shows are expected to stir the crowd into a frenzy with the singer’s signature blend of haunting vocals and visual storytelling.
Imagine Dragons—“Loom World Tour”
Imagine Dragons will be bringing their explosive live experience to North London for two exclusive nights this summer as part of their globe-spanning “‘Loom’ World Tour”.
The Grammy-winning group will headline back-to-back shows at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on July 25 and 26, 2025—marking the only UK stops on their entire tour so Imagine Dragons tickets for these shows will be in high demand.
Set in one of London’s most cutting-edge stadiums, the venue offers a perfect mix of seating and standing zones to accommodate thousands of fans. With its ultra-modern amenities and design, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is an ideal setting for the band’s visually stunning, high-energy show—known for its unforgettable moments, including fireworks, confetti bursts, and even beach balls bouncing across the crowd.
The band’s return to the UK stage comes on the heels of their sixth studio album, “Loom”, which dropped in June 2024.
The concert on July 26 will also include a special appearance from indie favourite Declan McKenna—adding a further layer of excitement to what’s shaping up to be one of the standout events in London’s 2025 summer calendar.
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