Who needs reasons to travel to Europe? Literally no one. But here they are anyway. Come check out the ultimate guide to the best gigs in Europe in 2024 and 2025. From legendary rock icons to pop royalty and genre-defying newcomers, you’re in for an experience of a lifetime. So, dust off your dancing shoes. Grab your tickets. Book your trip. And get ready for unforgettable musical adventures.
1. Taylor Swift
Dates: July 28th – Aug 20th, 2024
Major cities: London, Warsaw, Vienna
It’s no secret that TayTay has managed to convince the entire fanbase to travel all over the world to see her live (just like how you can Taylor your Contiki along the way!). The Eras Tour has been one of the best selling concert tours of all time (with some concert tickets selling for over $5000!), and its European leg is about to come to an end with the last few shows taking place in Vienna, London and Warsaw. Needless to say, a T.S. concert is easily at the top of the list of the best gigs in Europe.
2. Twenty One Pilots
Dates: Apr 7th – May 25th, 2025
Major cities: London, Paris, Amsterdam, Prague, Milan, Barcelona
Get ready for a wonderful ride with Twenty One Pilots as they take Europe by storm (perfect if you’re feeling a bit stressed out!). There aren’t many duos that make genre-defying music and combine them with electrifying performances. But Tyler and Josh are all over it with their high-energy shows and possibly even a few surprises up their sleeves…
3. Sam Smith
Dates: Aug 11th – Sep 8th, 2024
Major cities: London, Munich, Madrid, Lisbon, Zurich, Budapest
Mommy don’t know Sam Smith’s set to serenade Europe this summer. Known for transforming heartache into art, Sam’s concerts are nothing short of an emotional rollercoaster. You’ll probably cry a little. Dance a little. Sing along a little. And you’ll definitely feel every note in your soul.
4. Cigarettes After Sex
Dates: Oct 25th – Nov 21st, 2024
Major cities: Athens, Brussels, Milan, Amsterdam, London, Paris, Lisbon, Berlin
Any alternative lovers here? The dreamy, ethereal world of Cigarettes After Sex is coming alive this autumn in Europe. Your ears will be blessed with intimate and atmospheric soundscapes that’ll transport you to a whole new world – a bit of nostalgia and a whole lotta love. Perfect gig in Europe for a chilly autumn evening.
5. Billie Eilish
Dates: Apr 23rd – July 19th, 2025
Major cities: Berlin, Amsterdam, Stockholm, London, Paris, Vienna, Barcelona
Brace yourself, Europe! Billie Eilish is back with her hauntingly beautiful voice and groundbreaking stage presence for a music event of the year. From her whisper-soft verses to electrifying choruses, every concert is a mesmerising journey through her and her brother’s (the producer) mind. Expect the unexpected, prepare to be wowed and possibly head out on our European Horizon trip right before?
6. Ed Sheeran
Dates: Aug 10th, 2024 – Sept 5th, 2025
Major cities: Madrid, Bucharest, Rome, Zurich, Oslo, Stockholm
Everytime Ed Sheeran sings, it feels like he’s singing just for you. Right??? Well, this hit-making legend is now taking his guitar and heartfelt lyrics to give us some of the best gigs in Europe, and he’s visiting a LOT of cities in Europe. Get ready for his loop pedal magic and sing-along anthems.
7. Hans Zimmer
Dates: Oct 20th – Nov 15th, 2024
Major cities: Munich, Berlin, Bratislava, Geneva, Antwerp
I don’t know about you, but I’d definitely pay a whole lotta money to experience some of the most iconic film scores in history live. Luckily, the maestro, Hans Zimmer will be playing live in concert all over Europe! With a repertoire that includes the epic scores from movies like Interstellar and The Dark Knight – it’s about to be quite *cinematic*. And you just know it’s gonna be one of the best gigs in Europe.
8. Coldplay
Dates: Aug 15th-20th, 2024
Major cities: Munich, Vienna
Seeing Coldplay live in concert is a dream come true for many fans. And this time, the British band has announced an entire leg of shows in Europe, including a couple of them in Munich and Vienna. Their shows are super popular on social media because of the dazzling light shows (that you see literally everywhere on TikTok), crowd-pleasing anthems, and of course, Chris Martin’s boundless energy. Concerts in Europe rarely ever get this exciting…
9. Paul McCartney
Dates: Dec 4th-18th, 2024
Major cities: London, Paris, Madrid, Manchester
Legend alert! It might not be the summer of ‘69, but Sir Paul McCartney is gracing Europe with his timeless tunes this winter. From Beatles classics to solo hits, get ready for concerts that are a masterclass in music history. Now who would wanna miss the chance to see a living legend who’s still rocking stronger than ever? Maybe right after a Europe trip? We might have one with the perfect dates – London to Vienna Trail!
10. Dua Lipa
Dates: Oct 17th, 2024 & Jun 20th-21st, 2025
Major cities: London
It’s not every day that you hear an artist has sold out two full shows in a stadium that seats 90,000 people — all in just a couple of minutes. But Dua Lipa just did. So get ready for a night of pop perfection, complete with dance-floor anthems, stunning visuals, and Dua’s magnetic stage presence. London ain’t ready for this one.
