Fresh off their electrifying Super Bowl halftime show, Kendrick Lamar and SZA are taking their momentum to new heights with additional dates for their much-anticipated Grand National tour. Presented by Live Nation, pgLang, and Top Dawg Entertainment, the tour is set to visit 13 stadiums across Europe and the United Kingdom this summer, following a packed North American leg in the spring.
With both artists riding high on recent successes—Lamar’s Grammy triumphs and SZA’s chart dominance—their joint stadium tour is shaping up to be one of the biggest musical events of the year.
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A Tour Fueled by Super Bowl Buzz
Every year, the Super Bowl halftime show serves as a cultural touchstone, often leading to skyrocketing ticket sales for the featured artists. Lamar’s performance this year, which came amid his impressive Grammy wins, has ignited massive demand for the Grand National tour.
Industry data supports this trend—Usher’s halftime performance in 2024 resulted in a 38% increase in ticket sales, a 40% surge in concert ticket prices, and an astounding 550% rise in streaming numbers on Spotify. Given Lamar and SZA’s widespread appeal, a similar boost is expected, making early ticket purchases essential for fans eager to experience their live shows.
Complete Tour Schedule: U.S. and Beyond
The Grand National tour will cover 19 stadiums in North America between April and June 2025, before heading to Europe and the UK in July and August.
North American Leg (April – June 2025)
- April 19 – Minneapolis, MN – U.S. Bank Stadium
- April 23 – Houston, TX – NRG Stadium
- April 26 – Arlington, TX – AT&T Stadium
- April 29 – Atlanta, GA – Mercedes Benz Stadium
- May 03 – Charlotte, NC – Bank of America Stadium
- May 05 – Philadelphia, PA – Lincoln Financial Field
- May 08 & 09 – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium
- May 12 – Foxborough, MA – Gillette Stadium
- May 17 – Seattle, WA – Lumen Field
- May 21 & 23 – Los Angeles, CA – SoFi Stadium
- May 27 – Glendale, AZ – State Farm Stadium
- May 29 – San Francisco, CA – Oracle Park
- May 31 – Las Vegas, NV – Allegiant Stadium
- June 04 – St. Louis, MO – The Dome at America’s Center
- June 06 – Chicago, IL – Soldier Field
- June 10 – Detroit, MI – Ford Field
- June 12 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre
- June 16 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
- June 18 – Washington, DC – Northwest Stadium
European & UK Leg (July – August 2025)
- July 02 – Cologne, Germany – RheinEnergieSTADION
- July 04 – Frankfurt, Germany – Deutsche Bank Park
- July 08 – Glasgow, UK – Hampden Park
- July 10 – Birmingham, UK – Villa Park
- July 13 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Johan Cruijff ArenA
- July 15 – Paris, France – Paris La Défense Arena
- July 19 – Cardiff, UK – Principality Stadium
- July 22 – London, UK – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- July 27 – Lisbon, Portugal – Estadio do Restelo
- July 30 – Barcelona, Spain – Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
- August 02 – Rome, Italy – Stadio Olimpico
- August 06 – Warsaw, Poland – PGE Narodowy
- August 09 – Stockholm, Sweden – 3Arena
Tickets and Availability
Tickets for the Grand National tour have been selling fast since their initial release in December, but fans still have a chance to secure seats. Various presales will run from February 12-13, with general ticket sales opening on February 14 at 9 a.m. local time via grandnationaltour.com.
For those unable to grab primary tickets, resale options are available on platforms like StubHub, Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, and Ticketmaster.
The Hype Around ‘GNX’ and Exclusive Merch
As excitement for the tour builds, Lamar’s recent album GNX continues to dominate streaming platforms. Since its December debut at No. 1, interest in the album has surged, particularly for its exclusive vinyl editions.
Among the highly sought-after releases are the “LA Dodger Edition” in dark blue and a limited-edition LP in light blue, catering to die-hard fans and collectors alike.
With their tour expansion, Kendrick Lamar and SZA are set to deliver an unforgettable live experience, making Grand National one of 2025’s most anticipated musical events.
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FAQs
When does Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s Grand National tour begin?
The tour kicks off on April 19, 2025, in Minneapolis, MN, and continues through North America until June, before heading to Europe and the UK in July and August.
Where can I buy tickets for the Grand National tour?
Tickets are available on grandnationaltour.com. Various presales run from February 12-13, with general sales starting on February 14 at 9 a.m. local time. Resale tickets can also be found on StubHub, Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, and Ticketmaster.
How many stadiums will the Grand National tour visit?
Kendrick Lamar and SZA will perform at 19 stadiums in North America and 13 stadiums across Europe and the UK, making it a 32-city tour.
How has the Super Bowl halftime show impacted tour ticket sales?
Following Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime performance, ticket demand for the Grand National tour is expected to surge, similar to Usher’s 2024 tour sales, which saw a 38% increase in tickets sold and a 550% rise in Spotify streams.
Is Kendrick Lamar’s GNX album available in special editions?
Yes! GNX debuted at No. 1 in December, and fans can purchase special vinyl editions, including a “LA Dodger Edition” (dark blue) and a limited-edition LP (light blue).
