Don’t believe us? Well, the proof is in the pudding as they say – so get ready to get your lighters up! So without further ado, here’s our roundup of the best gigs in London you can’t miss this year in 2025. Let the good times roll!
Mumford and Sons
Mumford & Sons have announced a UK arena tour for December 2025, following intimate shows in London and the release of their fifth album, RUSHMERE. Tickets go on general sale March 20, with a pre-sale for those who pre-ordered the album.
Date: December 10, 2025
Venue: O2 Arena
Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder will headline BST Hyde Park on July 12, marking his third performance at the festival as part of his ‘Love, Light, And Song’ tour and his first London show in six years. General ticket sales begin March 21, with a pre-sale available for those who sign up on the Hyde Park BST website.
Date: July 12, 2025
Venue: BST Hyde Park
Slayer
Slayer is returning to the UK stage for their biggest London show ever at Finsbury Park on July 6, with a star-studded lineup including Amon Amarth, Mastodon, and Anthrax. Tickets go on general sale March 7, with pre-sales available.
Date: July 6, 2025
Venue: Finsbury Park
John Legend
John Legend is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his album Get Lifted with a UK tour, including a show at London’s O2 Arena, where he will perform the album in its entirety along with fan favourites. Tickets go on general sale March 21, with pre-sales available.
Date: June 1, 2025
Venue: O2 Arena
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Yeah Yeah Yeahs are celebrating their 25th anniversary with a “Hidden In Pieces” tour, including two dates at London’s Royal Albert Hall, where they’ll play rare tracks and fan favorites with new arrangements. Tickets go on general sale March 21, with an artist pre-sale on March 19.
Dates: June 18 & 19, 2025
Venue: Royal Albert Hall
Will Smith
Will Smith is embarking on his first headline tour in years, celebrating his upcoming album Based On A True Story, with a performance at Brixton Academy in London. Tickets go on general sale March 21, with a pre-sale available on March 19 for those who sign up on his website.
Date: August 28, 2025
Venue: Brixton Academy
Kendrick Lamar and SZA
Kendrick Lamar and SZA have announced their Grand National Tour, which includes UK dates in July 202512. The tour supports Lamar’s new album “GNX” and SZA’s “SOS Deluxe release: Lana.”
Dates: July 22 and 23
Where: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Beyoncé
Beyoncé is now the most-nominated and most-awarded artist in Grammy history, with 99 nominations and 35 wins, following the success of Cowboy Carter and she’s bringing it to London this summer for 6 shows.
Dates: June 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, & 16
Where: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Pulp
Pulp is continuing their reunion with a UK and Ireland arena tour, including two nights at London’s O2 Arena. Tickets go on general sale on February 21 at 9:30 AM, with a pre-sale available on February 18 for those who signed up for the band’s mailing list before February 17. The tour includes dates in Glasgow, Dublin, Birmingham, and Manchester, sparking rumours of a potential new album, their first since 2001.
Dates: June 13 and 14
Where: O2 Arena
Post Malone
Post Malone will perform in London as part of his “The Big Ass World Tour,” supporting his latest album, F-1 Trillion. General ticket sales begin on Friday, February 21, at midday, with a pre-sale starting on Wednesday, February 19, at midday for those who sign up. This show marks Post Malone’s first UK stadium performance.
Dates: September 7
Where: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Patti Smith
Patti Smith is celebrating the 50th anniversary of her debut album “Horses” with a tour, including two London shows at the Palladium. She will be performing the album in full with original band members and her son.
Dates: October 12 and 13
Where: Palladium
Beck
Beck will perform with the BBC Concert Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall in London. He will be performing classics, deep cuts, covers, and other surprises accompanied by the orchestra.
Dates: April 19 and 20
Where: Royal Albert Hall
Feeder
Feeder is embarking on a UK tour in autumn 2025 to celebrate the reissue of their 2002 album Comfort In Sound, with a London show. The Comfort In Sound reissue, featuring reimaginings and remixes, is set to release on September 12.
Dates: September 27
Where: O2 Academy Brixton
The Smashing Pumpkins
The Smashing Pumpkins are headlining Gunnersbury Park in West London with support from Skunk Anansie and White Lies. This show is their first in London since releasing their latest album and marks Skunk Anansie’s first London show since the Meltdown Festival. Other acts will also be playing at Gunnersbury Park this summer.
Dates: August 10
Where: Gunnersbury Park
Oasis
After a 15-year hiatus, the iconic Britpop band Oasis, led by brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher, are reuniting for a highly anticipated tour. Their London performances are scheduled for July 11 and 12, 2025, at Wembley Stadium. Fans can expect a nostalgic journey through classics like ‘Wonderwall’ and ‘Don’t Look Back in Anger.’
Dates: July 25 and 26, August 2 and 3
Where: Wembley Stadium
Coldplay
Continuing their global success, Coldplay will perform ‘Moon Music’, their latest album in 2025. The band is set to perform at London’s Wembley Stadium, delivering their signature anthems alongside innovative stage production.
Dates: August 22, 23, 26, 27, 30 and 31, September 3, 4, 7 and 8
Where: Wembley Stadium
Lana Del Rey
The enigmatic Lana Del Rey is scheduled to perform at Wembley Stadium in London. Her ethereal vocals and haunting melodies are sure to captivate the audience.
Dates: July 3 and 4
Where: Wembley Stadium
Dua Lipa
Pop sensation Dua Lipa is embarking on a UK tour, with a highly anticipated performance at Wembley Stadium in London. Fans can look forward to a dynamic show featuring hits from her acclaimed albums.
Dates: June 20 and 21
Where: Wembley Stadium
Robbie Willams
British pop icon Robbie Williams will take the stage at London’s Emirates Stadium on next summer. Known for his charismatic performances, Williams will deliver a setlist of fan favourites.
Dates: June 6
Where: Emirates Stadium
Linkin Park
Linkin Park returns to the stage with a new singer and new album performing at Wembley Stadium late summer in 2025. The concert will feature a mix of their iconic hits and new material.
Dates: September 28
Where: Wembley Stadium
Iron Maiden
Heavy metal legends Iron Maiden are marking their 50th anniversary with a tour that includes a London date at the London Stadium in 2025. Fans can expect a powerful performance featuring classics from their extensive catalog.
Dates: June 28
Where: London Stadium
Sam Fender
Indie rock star Sam Fender brings his anthemic sound to London, performing hits from his critically acclaimed albums, including “Seventeen Going Under” and new material from his upcoming record.
Dates: June 6
Where: London Stadium
Olivia Rodrigo
Pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo will headline her biggest UK show yet at Hyde Park’s BST, delivering emotional and powerful performances of tracks like “drivers license,” “good 4 u,” and “vampire.”
Dates: June 27
Where: BST Hyde Park
Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter brings some of her biggest hits like ‘Espresso’ and ‘Please, Please, Please’ and captivating stage presence to London, showcasing songs from her latest album ‘Short n Sweet.’
Dates: March 8 and 9
Where: The O2 Arena
Tyler, the Creator
Tyler, the Creator’s dynamic performances and genre-defying music take centre stage as he returns to London with a setlist featuring hits from his latest album ‘Chromakopia’ and beyond.
Dates: May 19 and 21
Where: The O2 Arena
Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish’s emotive vocals and unique stage presence will shine as she performs tracks from her latest album ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’ and other fan favourites in this highly anticipated London concert.
Dates: July 10, 11, 13, 14, 16, and 17
Where: The O2 Arena
Sugababes
The iconic girl group Sugababes returns with a mix of nostalgic hits like “Push the Button” and “About You Now,” alongside new material.
Dates: April 10
Where: The O2 Arena
Kylie Minogue
Kylie Minogue’s dazzling performance will feature tracks from her latest album Tension II, as well as fan-favourite dance anthems like “Can’t Get You Out of My Head.”
Dates: May 26 and 27
Where: The O2 Arena
Usher
R&B superstar Usher is set to light up The O2 Arena with his dynamic vocals and mesmerising choreography, performing iconic hits like “Yeah!” and “U Got It Bad,” alongside tracks from his latest album.
Dates: March 29-April 11, May 6 and 7
Where: The O2 Arena
Justice
French electronic duo Justice will light up Alexandra Palace with their signature electro-disco beats and dazzling stage production, performing tracks like “D.A.N.C.E.” and “We Are Your Friends.”
Dates: February 11 and 12
Where: Alexandra Palace
James Blunt
James Blunt delivers heartfelt performances featuring his classic hits like “You’re Beautiful” alongside tracks from his latest album, Who We Used to Be.
Dates: February 16
Where: The O2 Arena
Mount Kimbie
Mount Kimbie brings their genre-bending electronic music to Phonox, offering an immersive live experience blending ambient, post-dubstep, and experimental sounds.
Dates: January 17
Where: Phonox
The Black Keys
The Black Keys deliver their blues-infused rock to London, with hits like “Lonely Boy” and “Gold on the Ceiling,” as well as tracks from their latest album, Ohio Players.
Dates: July 11
Where: Alexandra Palace
Fontaines D.C.
Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. returns with a raw, energetic performance featuring tracks from their acclaimed album ‘Romance’ and earlier fan favourites.
Dates: July 5
Where: Finsbury Park