2025 has been an amazing year for the Sydney music scene so far. We’ve already had Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa and Drake, as well as Australian royalty Kylie Minogue.
Taylor Swift’s influence on the country’s economy in 2024 highlights the significant role that global pop stars play in driving economic growth. Her seven concerts in Australian generated an estimated $300 million for the Australian economy.
We’ve compiled a list of artists coming to Sydney in 2025, highlighting the ‘Big Deal’ artists and also those who are rumoured to tour Down Under soon.
The Big Deals
Sydney’s 2025 music lineup is packed with big names, up-and-coming artists and old favourites. However, there are a few names in particular who are sure to bring a frenzy of excited fans to various venues (hopefully replicating the excitement and spending capabilities of Taylor Swift fans in February 2024).
Oscar and Grammy award-winner Hans Zimmer is coming to the Qudos Bank Arena on April 26. This legendary composer will be backed by a live orchestra, delivering a transcendental experience to fans through iconic instrumental masterpieces.
American singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams will be performing at Qudos Bank Arena in May, returning to Australia to a much bigger crowd before her debut performance in New Zealand.
Pop legend Katy Perry will be in Sydney for 2 nights (June 9 and 10 at Qudos Bank Arena) bringing fans some nostalgic hits but also more recent music from her recent album 143. We’ll be hearing the audience “roar” from the Sydney Olympic Park.
Tyler, the Creator will be doing a three-night stint at Qudos Bank Arena on August 26, 27 and 28. The American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer will bring his alternative hip-hop style to Sydney. The last time he performed in Australia was at festival Splendour in the Grass in 2022.
Global sensation Camila Cabello just announced that she’ll be at the Hodern Pavilion on August 30, bringing hits like Havana and Señorita Down Under.
Perhaps the most anticipated comeback of all time, Oasis will be on Australian soil at the Accor Stadium, the same venue that Taylor Swift graced. The Manchunian due last performed in Australia during their 2005 Don’t Believe the Truth tour. Two decades later, fans lucky enough to snag a ticket will be able to sing Wonderwall at the top of their lungs on November 7.
Metallica‘s record-breaking M72 World Tour will come to the Accor Stadium just a week after Oasis grace the stage (November 15). They’ll also be bring special guests Evanescence and Suicidal Tendencies to Sydney.
Australia’s favourite electronic three-piece RÜFÜS DU SOL will return home to Sydney for three nights (November 20, 21, 22) at the Qudos Bank Arena. The three shows will be extra special, as they perform on their home turf.
Here is our list of every artist coming to Sydney this year. Our jam-packed list includes dates and venues, making it easy to plan your trip to catch your favourite artist live.
1. April
Andrea Bocelli (April 3 at Sydney Cricket Ground)
Lime Cordiale (April 6 at Metro Theatre)
Cyndi Lauper (April 8 at Qudos Bank Arena)
Sex Pistols (April 8 at Hordern Pavilion)
John Summit (April 11 & 12 at Hordern Pavilion)
The Libertines (April 12 at Enmore Theatre)
Delta Goodrem at (April 14 & 15 at Sydney Opera House)
Tom Morello (April 16 at Enmore Theatre)
BJ the Chicago Kid (April 17 at Metro Theatre)
Gary Clarke Jr (April 17 at Enmore Theatre)
Rag’n’Bone Man (April 19 at Enmore Theatre)
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram (April 20 at Metro Theatre)
Hans Zimmer (April 26 at Qudos Bank Arena)
2. May
Gracie Abrams (May 2, 3, 4 at Qudos Bank Arena)
Slowdive (May 6 at Enmore Theatre)
Alessia Cara (May 7 at Roundhouse)
Myles Smith (May 9 at Hordern Pavilion)
Chris Lake (May 10 at Hordern Pavilion)
Simple Plan (May 11 at Qudos Bank Arena)
Brett Young (May 21 at Enmore Theatre)
Holy Holy (May 24 at Enmore Theatre)
Ball Park Music (May 30 at Enmore Theatre)
3. June
Katy Perry (June 9, 10 at Qudos Bank Arena)
Supergrass (June 10 at Sydney opera House)
Spacey Jane (June 14, 15 at Hordern Pavilion)
4. July
Faye Webster (July 15 at Enmore Theatre)
Billy Strings (July 17 at ICC Sydney Theatre)
5. August
The Used (August 17 at Liberty Hall)
Alex Warren (August 21 at Hordern Pavilion)
Keith Urban (August 22, 23 at Qudos Bank Arena)
Tyler, the Creator (August 26, 27, 28 at Qudos Bank Arena)
Paul Kelly (August 30 at Qudos Bank Arena)
Camila Cabello (August 30 at Hordern Pavilion)
6. September
Mayday Parade (September 13 at Hordern Pavilion)
Anastacia (September 24 at Coliseum Theatre)
7. October
The Wombats (October 1 at Hordern Pavilion)
Teddy Swims (October 14 &15 at Qudos Bank Arena)
James Blunt (October 25 at Qudos Bank Arena)
8. November
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah (November 5 at Metro Theatre)
Oasis (November 7 at Accor Stadium)
Pixies (November 13, 14 at Hordern Pavilion)
Metallica (November 15 at Accor Stadium)
RÜFÜS DU SOL (November 20, 21, 22 at Qudos Bank Arena)
9. December
The Dead South (December 5 at Hordern Pavilion)
The Fray (December 6 at Enmore Theatre)
Rumoured for 2025 and 2026
Sydney’s music scene is booked and busy, but there’s always room for more. We’ve been scoping the web and social media for any hints that a star may announce an Australian tour.
Lady Gaga
The last time Lady Gaga was in Australia was over 10 years ago, in 2014. She star appeared on Australian radio show The Fox with Fifi, Fev and Nick and said,
“I can’t formally announce anything, but I can tell you that I’m going to be announcing… some things….I miss my fans there so much. I have such fond memories…and I really do want to come back soon.”
Her new album is now out, so a tour is looking likely. Aussie Little Monsters rejoice!
Doechii
Doechii has exploded onto the music scene, winning Best Rap Album at the Grammys for Alligator Bites Never Heal. Last year, she mentioned her desire to tour Australia on Instagram live, and we’re clinging to her words!
Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina is currently in Europe as part of her Short n’Sweet Tour. Video footage from her tour shows a night packed with outfit changes, audience participation and amazing vocals. Can Sabrina come to Sydney and arrest me please?
Justin Timberlake
Justin Timberlake last came to Australia for his 20/20 Experience World Tour in 2024. What’s lively has told us “a credible insider has informed Daily Mail that Aussie dates are on the way”.
I Can’t Stop the Feeling that he’ll be gracing us with his presence in Sydney soon.
Beyoncé
Queen Bey has not announced any tour dates for Australia, and we were sadly missed off the list of destinations for the first leg of her Cowboy Carter Tour. However, there are strong rumours that she might be taking the tour Down Under in the future. The Beyhive will have to stay patient for now.
Playboi Carti
After the success of Carti’s latest album, I AM MUSIC, in Australia (it debuted at number one on the Australian ARIA album charts) we’re hoping that he’ll come to Sydney on his next world tour. He last came to Australia on his debut tour in 2018, so another visit is long overdue.
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