The Weeknd is set to return to Australia in October 2024, bringing his After Hours Til Dawn stadium tour Down Under after initially postponing and then cancelling his 2023 dates. The Australian and New Zealand leg was originally planned as one of the final stretches of his world tour before those dates were shelved. The Canadian R&B superstar, born Abel Tesfaye, will kick off the 2024 leg on Oct. 5 at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium, with a second show on Oct. 6, before heading to Sydney for back-to-back performances at Accor Stadium on Oct. 22 and 23. These will be The Weeknd’s first stadium shows in Australia and his first visit since 2017. Special guests Mike Dean and Chxrry22, along with Australian DJ and vocalist, Anna Lunoe, will join him on all 2024 Australian dates.
However, fans in Brisbane and New Zealand, who were included in the cancelled 2023 tour, will be disappointed to learn that these locations are not part of the 2024 itinerary. According to a statement from the tour’s press release: “Due to schedule and logistical constraints, the ‘After Hours ‘Til Dawn’ tour will not be making its way to New Zealand or Brisbane in 2024 and there will be no further cities added.” This decision has sparked backlash on social media, with fans expressing frustration over their shows being dropped from the 2024 run.
Before announcing the 2024 Australian dates, The Weeknd performed numerous sold-out shows across the United States as part of the After Hours Til Dawn tour. The U.S. leg included notable performances at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where he fans with a setlist featuring hits from After Hours and Dawn FM.
In a statement about the upcoming shows in Australia this October, The Weeknd said, “I feel a strong pull to perform in Australia before moving on to the next chapter and want to make sure you all know I hadn’t forgotten about you. When I return now, it will be the right time, and I promise it will be such a special experience. I can’t wait to see you all!”
For 2023 ticket holders, a special ‘Past Purchaser Presale‘ will be available, offering the first opportunity to secure tickets for the upcoming Australian tour dates.
The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn tour has been a global success, with over 60 sold-out stadium dates and more than 3 million attendees across North America, Europe, the U.K., and Latin America. The tour has also broken attendance records, including a two-night run at London Stadium that drew 160,000 fans.
In other recent news, earlier this month it was revealed The Weeknd will return to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood on Sept. 5 with The Weeknd: Nightmare Trilogy, an immersive haunted house experience featuring music by The Weeknd and Mike Dean. It follows the success of his 2022 After Hours Nightmare attraction, inspired by his Billboard 200-topping album After Hours.
The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn 2024 Australia Tour Dates:
Oct. 5 – Marvel Stadium, Melbourne Oct. 6 – Marvel Stadium, Melbourne Oct. 22 – Accor Stadium, Sydney Oct. 23 – Accor Stadium, Sydney
How to Secure Your Spot:
Tickets for the tour go on sale to the general public on August 26, but there are a number of presales starting earlier in the week. The most important thing to do is make sure you have a functioning Ticketmaster account before the ticket pre-sales to ensure you are ready to go. You can sign up here for a My Ticketmaster account.
Past Purchaser Presale:
Superfans who were impacted by the cancellation of The Weeknd’s 2023 tour will have the chance to purchase pre-sale tickets through the past purchaser pre-sale initiative. This pre-sale will be the first to open up, starting on Wednesday, August 21, at 12 pm in Sydney and 1 pm in Melbourne. Past attendees can register for this pre-sale via the form here, providing the ticket number/code from the email of your 2023 ticket purchase. Those who bought tickets to the 2023 Brisbane or Auckland shows can still access this pre-sale, but can only be redeemed for the Melbourne and Sydney 2024 dates.
Artist Presale:
To access the artist pre-sale, sign up via https://www.theweeknd.com/tour/ before Wednesday, August 21 (11:59 pm AEST). While signing up does not guarantee tickets, you will be included in the second wave of people to get the opportunity to purchase. The Sydney Artist pre-sale will begin on Thursday, August 22, at 1 pm AEST, and the Melbourne Artist pre-sale will take place on the same day at 2 pm AEST. Fans are advised to check their emails on Thursday morning to find their exclusive access link.
Vodafone Presale:
Vodafone customers can access a pre-sale beginning Thursday, August 22, at 1 pm AEST for Sydney and 2 pm AEST for Melbourne. This gives Vodafone users an early chance to secure tickets before they go on general sale. Visit Vodafone.com.au/ticket for more details.
Mastercard and CommBank Yello Presale:
From Thursday, August 22, to Sunday, August 25, Mastercard and eligible CommBank Yello customers can purchase tickets. Preferred ticket access will also be available on Monday, August 26. Tickets can be purchased exclusively using a CommBank Mastercard. For more information, visit CommBank.com.au/mastercardpresales.
Westfield Members Presale:
Westfield members can enjoy exclusive reserved tickets starting Monday, August 26, at 12 pm in Sydney and 1 pm in Melbourne. To access this pre-sale, become a Westfield member by downloading the app from Westfield.com.au.
General Sale:
The general sale kicks off on Monday, August 26, at 12 pm (Sydney) and 1 pm (Melbourne). Tickets can be found at TheWeeknd.com/Tour.
The Weeknd: A Global Icon
The Weeknd's After Hours Til Dawn tour has already proven to be a massive success, breaking attendance records and thrilling fans across the globe. The tour has been a testament to his extraordinary talent and enduring appeal. The Weeknd has consistently pushed the boundaries of music, captivating audiences with his signature blend of R&B, pop, and electronic influences. His commitment to philanthropy is also noteworthy. He has partnered with the United Nations World Food Programme to donate funds from his Australian shows to the XO Humanitarian Fund, which supports the organization’s response to the ongoing global hunger crisis.
The Weeknd's return to Australia promises to be a momentous event for fans. As tickets for his shows are sure to sell out quickly, it is crucial to stay informed about the presale and general sale dates to secure your spot for this highly anticipated performance.
