Breaking streaming records at 82 might seem impossible, but Paul McCartney‘s official announcement of his 2025 North American tour proves age means nothing when your catalog spans six decades. The legendary Beatle dropped 19 confirmed dates across the U.S. and Canada, launching September 29 in Palm Desert, California. Your concert bucket list just got significantly more expensive.
The tour hits major markets including Las Vegas, Denver, Minneapolis, New Orleans, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Montreal, and Chicago. McCartney’s bringing his established touring band—Paul “Wix” Wickens on keyboards, Brian Ray handling bass and guitar duties, Rusty Anderson on guitar, and Abe Laboriel Jr. behind the drums. These aren’t session musicians; they’re the sonic architects who’ve helped McCartney deliver three-hour marathons that leave audiences wondering how someone their grandfather’s age can outlast them.
Multiple nights are planned for Atlanta, Montreal, and Chicago, but New York City remains conspicuously absent from the itinerary. Don’t panic yet—McCartney surprised fans with three impromptu NYC shows back in February, proving he hasn’t forgotten the city that never sleeps. His recent tour moves echo the unpredictability of those McCartney chart-toppers that climbed without even bearing his name.
Fan presale opens Tuesday, July 15, at 10 a.m. local time, with general public sales following on July 18.
This continues McCartney’s relentless touring pattern since 2022, when most artists his age were content with retirement announcements. Instead, he’s redefining what legacy touring looks like in an era where TikTok algorithms are introducing “Hey Jude” to teenagers who think vinyl is cutting-edge technology. Your chance to witness living history comes with a price tag, but some experiences transcend economics, unlike those celeb aging surprises that leave fans doing double-takes.
