Alternative R&B superstar The Weeknd is set to headline Wembley Stadium for five consecutive nights in August 2026, as part of the European leg of his 'After Hours Til Dawn' tour. The shows will take place on Friday, August 14, Saturday, August 15, Sunday, August 16, Tuesday, August 18, and Wednesday, August 19. This marks his return to London following the release of his sixth studio album, "Hurry Up Tomorrow," which topped charts in both the US and UK upon its January release.
Who is The Weeknd?
Born Abel Tesfaye in Toronto, Canada, in 1990, The Weeknd adopted his stage name from his hedonistic teenage lifestyle, dropping out of school at 17. He first released music anonymously in 2009, later co-founding the record label XO. His breakthrough came with the 2015 album "Beauty Behind The Madness," featuring hits like "Can't Feel My Face" and "The Hills." His 2020 album "After Hours" produced "Blinding Lights," which became the top-performing single in Billboard 100 history and the most-streamed track on Spotify.
Set List and Support Act
According to setlist.fm, fans can expect a 38-song setlist spanning his career, including "Blinding Lights," "Starboy," "The Hills," and covers like Gesaffelstein's "Lost in the Fire" and Metro Boomin's "Creepin'." US rapper Playboi Carti will be the sole support act, known for pioneering the rage subgenre of trap music with hits like "Magnolia."
Show Times and Last-Minute Tickets
Doors open at 5pm (4:30pm on Sunday), with Playboi Carti expected on stage around 6:15pm and The Weeknd at approximately 8:10pm (7:40pm on Sunday). The show is slated to end by 10:30pm curfew. Tickets are still available via official resale platforms like AXS Official Resale and Ticketmaster, with last-minute deals often appearing on concert days. For VIP experiences, Seat Unique offers premium views, early access, and hospitality packages. The Weeknd's career accolades include four Grammy Awards, 22 Juno Awards, and a Super Bowl halftime headlining performance in 2021.
