There’s no greater gift out there than a pair of concert tickets. There, we said it. This stocking stuffer combines art, togetherness, festivity and more to end the holiday season on a high note! And even the most difficult people to shop for (we all know someone who has everything) will be wide-eyed and picking out an outfit before you know it. Maybe by checking out our style guides for a Sabrina Carpenter concert or the Olivia Rodrigo tour, respectively?
Artists from every genre are breaking out their gear to hit the road next year, and now is the perfect time to grab a pair of tickets from our 2025 holiday gift guide. From rock and metal fans to pop enthusiasts and beyond, here are the best artists to put under the tree….
Pop
Shakira
If we didn’t gush about her enough in our top pop music tours of 2025 article, we’re more than ready to renew our love for Shakira and her upcoming trek. The Latin pop phenomenon is celebrating her twelfth album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, and will have you dancing in the aisles with older favorites like “Hips Don’t Lie” and “Waka Waka.”
Tate McRae
“It’s OK I’m OK” isn’t just the name of the newest Tate McRae single, marking her highest-debuting track on the Billboard 200 to date. It’s also the emotional reaction your loved one will have when they realize you bought them tickets to see one of the biggest pop stars around!
McRae is entering a new era next year with her third record, So Close to What, and you’ll make any pop lover’s day with this selection from our 2025 holiday gift guide.
Dua Lipa
Nobody does groove-worthy singles quite like Dua Lipa, and the “Radical Optimism tour” is set to be one of her best yet! Are you ready to see this worldwide chart-topper make the stage her own personal dance floor with tracks like “Houdini” and “Training Session?” Because we are, and you won’t regret grabbing Dua Lipa tickets from our 2025 holiday gift guide.
Charli XCX
Charli XCX, your favorite electropop queen, is visiting dozens of cities next year on the “Brat Arena Tour,” named for her sixth album that took over the world in 2024. Brat summer, anyone? This album’s impact is proving to go far beyond just one season, and you can dance the night away with the most iconic Charli XCX songs.
Kylie Minogue
After a short-but-sweet Las Vegas residency, the “Princess of Pop” is back for her first full-length trek since 2011. Kylie Minogue is going all in with her “Tension Tour,” named after her last two records. And if you’ve listened to 2023’s Tension or this year’s Tension II, you know you’re in for an electrifying treat that shows Kylie at her finest.
Rock
Oasis
After a decade-and-a-half of anticipation, the Gallagher brothers are reuniting for a monumental “Live ’25” tour from Oasis. Fans can expect timeless classics like “Wonderwall” and “Champagne Supernova” alongside epic moments that only Oasis can deliver. These Britpop icons have been training for this for years, and you can’t miss these once-in-a-lifetime Oasis concerts.
Coldplay
Extending their Music of the Spheres tour into 2025, Coldplay is bringing their soaring melodies, out-of-this-world harmonies, and stunning visuals to an arena near you. With a mission to create a sustainable, immersive concert experience, their shows leave you feeling inspired and connected. Add Coldplay to your 2025 holiday gift guide tickets wishlist today!
Pierce the Veil
From the Warped Tour to the My Chemical Romance revival, 2025 will be the year of emo. And Pierce the Veil is joining in on the fun. On one of their biggest tours ever, the San Diego rockers will play through their entire catalog — including hits like “Bulls in the Box,” “Caranephelia,” and “King For A Day.”
Goo Goo Dolls
No rock music fan has truly lived until they’ve heard “Iris” live, and the Goo Goo Dolls tour in 2025 is your big chance! Hitting the road with Dashboard Confessional for an emotional, upbeat, and truly immersive experience, you’ll experience a range of emotions with this beloved duo. In addition to their signature song, you’ll also hear “Black Balloon,” “Tonight, Together,” “Slide” and more.
My Chemical Romance
You didn’t think My Chemical Romance actually said their “Famous Last Words” when they went on hiatus in 2013, did you? The emo icons have been back at it for several years now, and “The Black Parade Anniversary Stadium Tour” will be a night of neverending tears and nostalgia.
Gerard Way and Co. will play their legendary 2006 album in its entirety, including hits like “Famous Last Words,” “I Don’t Love You,” and the titular track.
Country
Megan Moroney
Rising country star Megan Moroney is taking her “Am I Okay? Tour” on the road next year, named for her critically-acclaimed album of the same name. Set to perform new songs like “No Caller ID,” “Miss Universe,” and the titular track, along with breakout hits like “Tennessee Orange,” any country-pop enthusiast will be obsessed with this show.
Rascal Flatts
“Life is a Highway,” and Rascal Flatts wants to ride it all night long…into one of the most anticipated comeback tours of 2025. After several years away, the country-pop band are bringing their greatest hits, including “Bless the Broken Road” and “What Hurts the Most” to your local arena. It’s a dream reunion for any country music fan!
Post Malone and Jelly Roll
Post Malone and Jelly Roll are both iconic in their own right…but when you put them together for the “Big ASS Stadium Tour” in 2025? Oh boy! Malone is making his official switch from hip-hop to honky tonk with the release of his latest album, F-1 Trillion. Meanwhile, genre-bending veteran Jelly Roll is joining in on the fun for a fusion of country, rap, and rock that you don’t want to skip.
Thomas Rhett
There are many reasons why Thomas Rhett is one of the best country music stars of our time, and you’ll discover them all during his “Better in Boots tour.” We’re excited to hear his recent single, “Beautiful as You,” a loving tribute to his wife that will have all the women swooning! But he’s also got plenty more to perform from his backlog — including “Die A Happy Man,” “Beer Can’t Fix,” and “Mamaw’s House.” Let’s just say it will be a honky tonk time, and your country-loving friends will enjoy every moment of these Thomas Rhett concerts.
Kelsea Ballerini
Famous for her ability to blend relatable storytelling with pop-country flair, Kelsea Ballerini is celebrating her latest album, Patterns, on the road. The first single, “Cowboys Cry Too,” is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser, while she’ll also perform classics like “I Quit Drinking,” “Homecoming Queen,” and “Love Me Like You Mean It.” Ballerini is the country-pop princess of the people, and also a premium addition to our 2025 holiday gift guide!
Hip-Hop/Rap
Tyler, the Creator
Tyler, the Creator has garnered critical acclaim (and a full roster of A-list guest stars) with his new album, Chromakopia. And needless to say, the tour will be equally insane. Promising to deliver striking visuals, genre-defying tracks, and an interactive concert experience, you have the chance to step into the world of one of rap’s greatest stars in 2025.
Kendrick Lamar
On the “Grand National Tour,” Kendrick Lamar and SZA are set to combine powerhouse performances with chart-topping hits. This collaboration gives fans a once-in-a-lifetime mix of genius lyrics, expert showmanship, and more hip-hop royalty than you thought could fit on one stage. And let’s just say that a duo this iconic doesn’t tour together every day.
Rod Wave
Rod Wave has earned a reputation for his powerful lyrics and nonstop perseverance, and they’ve never been more evident than with the “Last Lap Tour.” Named for his sixth album of the same name, the Gen Z rapper will perform new singles like “Passport Junkie” and “Fall Fast in Love” with his signature sense of soul. Get your Rod Wave tickets now!
Pitbull
Gearing up for a brief-but-bold “Vegas After Dark” residency at the Fontainebleu in Las Vegas, these Pitbull concerts will be a dance party every night. It’s no secret that “Mr. Worldwide” knows how to have a good time, and you’ll live it up with performances of “Give Me Everything,” Fireball,” and “On the Floor” in Sin City.
Destroy Lonely
Don’t skip out on Destroy Lonely, one of the most underrated rappers in the game and a standout addition to our 2025 holiday gift guide! With his boundary-pushing beats and energizing shows that live rent-free in your mind, Destroy Lonely is an artist in every sense of the word.
Destroy Lonely\u2019s tour is redefining hip-hop, blending boundary-pushing beats with high-octane energy. Fans can expect an electrifying showcase of his innovative artistry.
K-Pop
Stray Kids
On the dominATE World Tour, Stray Kids promises the most surreal performances with jaw-dropping choreography and endless K-Pop hits. Like “Lose My Breath,” “S-Class,” and “Thunderous,” perhaps? Plus J-Pop hits from their 2024 album Giant, which are expected to be audience favorites.
Aespa
Aespa is making headlines with the announcement of the “SYNK: PARALLEL LINE Tour,” blending futuristic visuals, powerful vocals, and hits from their debut album, 2024’s Armageddon. This will be one of their biggest tours yet that celebrates their (arguably) most successful year, and you’ll soon understand why they’re one of the best K-Pop girl groups, ever.
NCT 127
NCT 127 knows how to party in every city, and 2025 will be no exception.
With “THE MOMENTUM tour,” the group will combine cutting-edge visuals with dynamic performances. Fans can expect iconic tracks, synchronized choreography, and boundary-pushing stage designs that redefine live K-pop concerts.
Day6
Known for their emotional connection with fans, Day6 is anticipated to return in 2025 with some of their most sincere, soul-nourishing performances. Their live shows are a lively mix of heartfelt lyrics and soaring melodies, creating emotional moments for everyone in the audience.
Theater
Wicked
You saw the 2024 film, now it’s time to watch Wicked on stage! This legendary show about Elphaba and Glinda has been making magic on Broadway for over two decades, and you’ll shed tears and fight the urge to sing along when you visit the Gershwin Theater in New York. It’s also playing in several other cities throughout 2025; are you prepared to defy gravity?
Hamilton
Hamilton is one of the most legendary 2000s movie-musicals of all time — changing the face of pop culture, politics, and modern society when it premiered a decade ago. Famous for its hip-hop tracks set over the backstory of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, it’s the perfect holiday gift for your friends that love both musical theater and mainstream beats.
The Book of Mormon
When a musical is written by the creators of South Park, you know it’s going to be laugh-out-loud funny and slightly inappropriate. And The Book of Mormon doesn’t disappoint. Get ready to hear some non-PC jokes and brutally-catchy musical theater tunes at this long-running show, playing in dozens of cities throughout 2025.
The Lion King
As the third-longest-running show on Broadway, and inspiration for countless other movie musicals, The Lion King has more than earned its stellar reputation. The tear-jerking, but timelessly beautiful musical follows Simba as he attempts to forgive himself for his past and become the rightful King of Pride Rock. And you’ll be blown away by the crazy nostalgia, master puppetry, and cultural moments that never cease.
Beetlejuice – The Musical
Based on the 1988 film, Beetlejuice – The Musical is a fun, wacky, and wonderfully weird trip down to the underworld. Tim Burton’s masterpiece comes to life through vibrant costumes, creepy props, and a set of pipes on Beetlejuice that will leave you shocked to your core.
