Canadian superstar The Weeknd, known offstage as Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, is set to take over Munich’s Allianz Arena for three consecutive nights on June 25, 26, and 27, 2026. The multi-diamond award-winning artist brings his spectacular “After Hours Til Dawn” stadium tour to the Bavarian capital as part of a massive European run that has already shattered box office records on a global scale .
An Unprecedented Global Phenomenon
The numbers surrounding The Weeknd’s ongoing tour are nothing short of staggering. According to Billboard Boxscore data, the tour has already grossed $735.8 million and sold about 5.8 million tickets since launching in 2022, current through his May 1 performance in São Paulo, Brazil. With 59 remaining shows across Europe and Asia, promoter Live Nation and agency CAA confirm the trek’s total take has surpassed $1 billion, officially joining the exclusive 10-figure club alongside tours by Coldplay and Taylor Swift .
In 2026 alone, The Weeknd has added a remarkable $440 million in ticket sales with more than 3 million fans in attendance . The tour has sold over 7.5 million tickets across 153 shows to date, making it the highest-grossing tour ever by a male solo artist .
Munich’s Three-Night Stand
Following his 2023 performance at Munich’s Olympiastadion, The Weeknd returns to the city for an upgraded experience at the Allianz Arena . The three Munich dates, June 25, 26, and 27, are part of a European leg that kicked off in Manchester on June 11 and includes multiple-night runs in nearly every market.
The 75,000-capacity Allianz Arena, normally home to FC Bayern Munich, will turn into a huge concert venue for these shows. Playboi Carti joins as the special guest for all European and UK concerts.
What Fans Can Expect
Based on recent performances, attendees can anticipate an extensive setlist spanning The Weeknd’s illustrious career. The show draws from his acclaimed albums “After Hours,” “Dawn FM,” and the more recent “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” featuring tracks like “Cry For Me” and “São Paulo” alongside timeless hits .
The projected setlist includes fan favorites:
- “Baptized in Fear,” “Open Hearts,” and “Wake Me Up” open the spectacle
- Career-defining hits: “Starboy,” “Heartless,” “Blinding Lights,” “Save Your Tears,” and “Can’t Feel My Face”
- Deep cuts and fan favorites: “The Hills,” “Call Out My Name,” “Wicked Games,” and “After Hours”
- Newer material: “São Paulo” (featuring Anitta) and “Cry for Me”
A Visual and Production Spectacle
The “After Hours Til Dawn” tour is renowned not just for its music but for its breathtaking production value. The 2026 run features a brand new gold statue designed by Hajime Sorayama, alongside golden ruins, rings suspended across the stage, lasers, flames, and other elaborate visual effects. The production marks a major upgrade from the 2023 leg, which had already amazed audiences worldwide.
Ticketing and Organizer Information
The concerts are organized by Live Nation GmbH, with doors opening at 18:30 each evening . The event marks The Weeknd’s first appearance at the Allianz Arena, following the overwhelming demand that prompted the addition of a third Munich date .
VIP packages are available for each show, offering early entry and other special perks.
Record-Breaking Legacy
The Weeknd’s achievements with this tour are historic. In 2025, the After Hours Til Dawn Tour became the highest-grossing and best-selling tour in R&B genre history, knocking Beyoncé and Bruno Mars off their long-held perches . The tour’s 2023 European leg alone grossed $158.1 million and sold 1.6 million tickets across 30 shows .
The 2026 run is the tour’s second trip to Europe and the UK, returning to the region after the initial sold-out 2023 leg and visiting every prior territory except Australia for encore performances. The tour has also made stops in North America, Latin America, and will wrap up with 17 dates across Asia.
A Humanitarian Partnership
Beyond the music, The Weeknd is using his platform for social impact. In partnership with Global Citizen and the United Nations World Food Programme, he is donating €1 from each ticket sold at all European shows to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund . Fans attending the Munich concerts will thus contribute to meaningful humanitarian causes while experiencing one of the decade’s most spectacular live productions.
Looking Ahead
As the “After Hours Til Dawn” tour continues its record-shattering run, the Munich triple-header stands as one of the highlights of the European summer concert calendar. With The Weeknd’s unmatched vocal abilities, a catalog of global hits, and a production that pushes the boundaries of stadium performances, these three nights at the Allianz Arena promise to be unforgettable experiences for the 75,000 fans attending each show.
Tickets remain available through official channels including Ticketmaster, and fans are advised to buy only from authorized sellers to avoid counterfeit tickets.
Showbizztoday.com is heading to Munich—and we’ll be there to cover every electrifying moment of The Weeknd’s three-night takeover.
by TZEKAS D