There’s no money like show money and dozens of rappers are hitting the road on tour in 2025.
Hip-Hop Tours Taking Place This Year
Touring has been the lifeblood for many hip-hop artists over the years as it gives them the opportunity to get in front of their fan base, promote new music and stack some coin in the process. Following a lull after the pandemic, live shows have been back in full swing and 2025 looks to be a big year to see some of your favorite rappers live and in the flesh.
Coming off his chart-topping Chromakopia album, Tyler, The Creator already hit the road for the first part of his Chromakopia World Tour stateside. He’ll hit Europe then return back to the U.S. this summer with Lil Yachty and Paris Texas, who join Tyler on the massive tour, his biggest jaunt to date. Kendrick Lamar is also on the road in promotion of his new GNX album. Dot has taken his former labelmate SZA to perform on the Grand National Tour, which is already breaking records.
After going on an Australian tour back in February, Drake is heading back on the road for the $ome $pecial $ongs 4 EU Tour in Europe, kicking off in July. Lil Wayne is promoting his highly anticipated Tha Carter VI album with The Carter VI Tour. Other big acts hitting the road in 2025 include Chris Brown (Breezy Bowl XX Stadium World Tour) and The Weeknd (After Hours Til Dawn Tour).
Some artists have already wrapped up major tours, including ScHoolboy Q, Cordae and others.
There have been more than 50 tours announced this year. Those that already happened have been removed from this complete tour guide. Peep which rappers are currently touring in 2025 below and check back as the list is updated throughout the year.