Paul McCartney is back and bigger than ever — full scoop on his upcoming ‘Got Back’ U.S. and Canada tour! Dates and cities revealed
Here’s an in‑depth look at Paul McCartney’s “Got Back 2025 Tour” — why it’s causing a stir, full tour dates, ticketing info, prices, and pro tips for fans.
A Grand Return to North America
At 83, Sir Paul McCartney is embarking on his first major North American arena and stadium tour since 2022. After sold‑out summer dates in Europe and South America, the “Got Back 2025” tour resumes this fall with 19 new dates across the U.S. and Canada (Paul McCartney).
“The last time I was here, it felt like flying across the years,” Macca said in a video to Canadian fans. “It’s been seven years since I played there. I can’t wait to rock with you” (American Songwriter).
Tour Dates & Cities
Kickoff & finale
- Sept 29 – Palm Desert, CA – Acrisure Arena (first Palm Springs area show)
- Nov 24–25 – Chicago, IL – United Center (grand finale)
Other key stops
Las Vegas, Albuquerque (Paul’s debut), Denver, Des Moines, Minneapolis (first in a decade), Tulsa, New Orleans, Atlanta (two nights), Nashville, Columbus, Pittsburgh, Buffalo, Montreal (two nights), Hamilton (Paul McCartney).
Full 2025 North American lineup:
Sept 29 (Palm Desert), Oct 4 (Las Vegas), Oct 7 (Albuquerque), Oct 11 (Denver), Oct 14 (Des Moines), Oct 17 (Minneapolis), Oct 22 (Tulsa), Oct 29 (New Orleans), Nov 2–3 (Atlanta), Nov 6 (Nashville), Nov 8 (Columbus), Nov 11 (Pittsburgh), Nov 14 (Buffalo), Nov 17–18 (Montreal), Nov 21 (Hamilton), Nov 24–25 (Chicago) (Paul McCartney).
️ Ticket Sales & Pricing
Presale access
- Begins July 15 at 10 a.m. local, via Paul’s website registration (Paul McCartney).
- General public sale starts July 18 at 10 a.m. local through Ticketmaster/AXS (Paul McCartney).
Pricing tiers
- Upper‑bowl seats: ~$50–60 .
- Standard floor/reserved: ~$138–300+, varying by market .
- Premium/VIP packages: $1,000–2,000+ (some top tier nearing $2,800) .
Expect dynamic pricing: smaller cities may be budget-friendly, though high-demand venues show sharp premium marks.
Secondary market
Got closed-out presales? Try StubHub, SeatGeek, or Vivid Seats—but beware of mark‑ups and fees.
What to Expect at the Show
MCCartney’s Got Back concerts are career-spanning retrospectives. Expect over two hours of live music covering Beatles, Wings, and solo hits. Past setlists and reviews from his Bowery Ballroom residency (Feb 2025) highlight classics like “Hey Jude,” “Live and Let Die,” “Blackbird,” “Let It Be,” and the Abbey Road medley (uDiscover Music).
He’ll be joined by his longstanding band—Rusty Anderson, Brian Ray, Paul Wickens, Abe Laboriel Jr.—plus the brass section Hot City Horns, delivering full, dynamic live arrangements (Paul McCartney).
Why This Tour Matters
- Historic longevity: At 83, McCartney continues to tour arenas and stadiums—a rare feat (The Daily Beast).
- New market stops: First-time U.S. audiences in Albuquerque and Palm Desert; Minneapolis return after 10 years (Paul McCartney).
- Post-pandemic continuation: The tour carries forward the momentum from his doc user The Beatles: Get Back, and successful 2022-24 leg (Wikipedia).
- Multigenerational appeal: His mix of nostalgia and live showmanship continues to resonate with audiences of all ages .
✅ Pro Tips for Securing Tickets
- Sign up for the fan‑club presale—opens July 15.
- Be online and ready on July 18 general-sale day at 10 a.m. local time.
- Assess seating across platforms: upper bowl for budget, floor for experience, VIP for all-in access.
- Track resales wisely: Monitoring SeatGeek or Vivid early could land bargains near showtime.
- Stay mobile-savvy: Venue apps sometimes release extra tickets closer to the date.
Final Word
With 19 dates packed into two months, including historic firsts in Albuquerque and Palm Desert, the Got Back 2025 Tour is shaping up to be one of McCartney’s most ambitious and diverse treks yet. Whether you’re reliving teenage memories or discovering his legacy for the first time, this tour promises a transcendent Sunday-night kind of magic—across stadium lights, decades-spanning songs, and one of music’s greatest living legends.
If there’s one live experience worth chasing this fall, it’s hearing Paul McCartney deliver Let It Be in your hometown.
