From Glasgow’s OVO Hydro to Edinburgh’s Murrayfield Stadium, 2025 is shaping up to be a big year for concerts in Scotland.
With Oasis reuniting and playing three huge shows in Edinburgh and acts from the Scissor Sisters to Billy Joel all announcing Scottish tour dates, there are plenty of concerts taking place in Scotland next year.
No matter what type of music you like, there’s sure to be at least one band or artist coming to Scotland in 2025 that piques your interest.
Acts from Kylie Minogue to Tyler, the Creator are set to play multiple shows at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro, with more such as Lana del Rey and Robbie Williams announcing stadium shows at Hampden Stadium and Murrayfield, respectively.
With new shows being announced each week - and Christmas coming up - here are all of the biggest concerts coming to Scotland in 2025.
Acts from Kylie Minogue to Tyler, the Creator are set to play multiple shows at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro, with more such as Lana del Rey and Robbie Williams announcing stadium shows at Hampden Stadium and Murrayfield, respectively.
41. Lionel Ritchie
One of the biggest names in music, Lionel Ritchie is heading on a major tour of the UK in 2025. As part of it, fans will be able to see him live in person at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on Wednesday, June 4.
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Billy Joel’s Edinburgh show is set to be among the biggest concerts in Scotland – and the UK – in 2025. As part of only two European tour dates next year, the legendary performer will take to the stage at Murrayfield Stadium on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
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Also set to headline during Glasgow’s Summer Sessions are the Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter. Set to be joined by acts including The Stranglers, The Undertones, Buzzcocks, The Rezillos and SKIDS, the Punk All Dayer will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025 and is sure to be one of the year’s biggest gigs. | Calum Buchan Photo: Calum Buchan
The first 2025 Glasgow Summer Session to be announced, Sting – with special guest Alison Moyet – will headline a huge show at Bellahouston Park in Glasgow on Wednesday, June 25 next year.
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