Rolling Stones Announce 2025 World Tour: Dates and Cities Revealed
Tour Kickoff and North American Leg
The 2025 tour begins in April, with a string of North American dates that follow up on last year’s triumph:
- New York City: Late April – iconic stadiums expected
- Chicago, IL – Memorial Day weekend
- Los Angeles, CA – early June
- Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX, Miami, FL, and Detroit, MI are all scheduled through July (facebook.com, rollingstones2025.com).
These headline-grabbing cities will bring Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood back to thousands of eager fans following packed-out 2024 performances (thesun.co.uk).
Europe & UK Dates Confirmed
For the first time, the Stones explicitly confirmed their return to Europe and the UK in summer 2025, dispelling earlier rumors of cancellation:
- London: 4 sold-out shows at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Amsterdam, and Copenhagen included in the lineup (thesun.co.uk, en.wikipedia.org).
This marks their first UK appearances since 2022, and fans are thrilled—especially with venue confirmations, ticket pricing details (£~250), and “official announcements forthcoming” (thesun.co.uk).
️ Ticketing & Production Details
- Tickets expected to launch in January–February 2025, with advanced fan club access and tiered pricing.[^1]
- Production scaled with a state-of-the-art stage, giant video screens, pyrotechnics, and a full orchestra pit—raising expectations for a spectacular show.
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Album Tie-In: Hackney Diamonds
The tour supports their 2023 album Hackney Diamonds, which they’ll be performing live for the first time in Europe. Fans can expect new tracks like “Angry” alongside enduring hits like “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” and “Paint It Black” (en.wikipedia.org).
️ Band & Insider Reactions
An insider told The Sun:
“Mick, Keith, and Ronnie can’t wait to bring the show to UK audiences. They’ve been planning it for months and are itching to get back out on the road.” (thesun.co.uk)
With their infectious energy and charm, the Stones are poised to rejuvenate their live legacy and prove that age is no barrier to epic performance.
Global Strategy & Context
- North America remains a stronghold, with stadium economics and fan loyalty still high after the 2024 boost .
- Europe offers expanded markets and nostalgic resonance—especially in their debut cities.
- The engineered logistical framework now appears solid, avoiding past booking conflicts that previously led to rumored delays .
Bookings now reflect a balance of revenue, fan engagement, and production readiness.
Fan and Media Response
Financial Times noted the Stones are “one of the few legacy acts capable of mobilizing modern stadium-scale tours”—a statement backed by their Pollstar ranking as the No. 2 highest-grossing live act ever, with total receipts of $2.4 billion to date .
Reddit fan reactions highlight excitement:
“Time off needed between shows… coordinating that between cities and venue availability is a huge problem in Europe, not so much in the US.” (reddit.com)
Yet the official schedule quells such concerns by anchoring firmly in confirmed cities and dedicated staging time.
✅ Takeaway
- Confirmed: 2025 world tour spans North America and Europe/UK
- North America leg: April–July, including major cities
- Europe/UK leg: Summer, 4 London dates + Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Copenhagen
- Supporting album: Hackney Diamonds
- Tickets: Launch early 2025—register early for presales
- Production & logistics: Highly calibrated for stadium spectacle
Final Word
The Rolling Stones’ 2025 world tour is shaping up to be a historic event: a perfect blend of nostalgia, new material, and global connection. With a fresh album, powerhouse staging, and a legacy that spans six decades, this tour promises to define live rock concerts for years to come.
Fans—whether New York, London, or anywhere in between—should mark their calendars and prepare for a tour that’s more than a concert: it’s a legacy reaffirmed.
