Music legend Paul McCartney has officially unveiled the North American leg of his highly anticipated ‘Got Back 2025’ tour, signaling his return to major U.S. and Canadian stages for the first time in three years. The tour will kick off on September 29 in Palm Desert, California, and span 19 cities across the continent before wrapping up with two shows at Chicago’s United Center on November 24 and 25.
The ‘Got Back 2025’ tour continues McCartney’s worldwide performance streak, which began in 2022 following the global success of The Beatles: Get Back, the Peter Jackson-directed documentary series that reignited worldwide interest in the iconic band. This next leg of the tour will take McCartney through major cities such as Las Vegas, Denver, Nashville, and Montreal, while also marking his first-ever performances in locations like Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Palm Springs, California.
Earlier this year, McCartney generated buzz with a trio of surprise concerts at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City. These intimate performances—limited to just a few hundred attendees—were warm-up sets ahead of his appearance on Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary special. Audiences were treated to an eclectic setlist that spanned McCartney’s career, from early Beatles staples to his post-Beatles hits with Wings and solo work. The shows received rave reviews, further fueling anticipation for the upcoming tour.
Fans attending the ‘Got Back 2025’ shows can expect a dynamic and comprehensive setlist, carefully curated to showcase McCartney’s vast catalog of music. The concerts will include timeless Beatles anthems like “Hey Jude” and “Let It Be,” alongside fan favorites from his solo career and Wings era. Backed by his longtime touring band and the lively Hot City Horns section, McCartney aims to deliver a vibrant, high-energy concert experience.
The inclusion of new cities on the tour not only reflects McCartney’s desire to connect with a broader audience but also signals a commitment to exploring untapped performance markets. “I’ve missed being out there, playing for fans in places we’ve never been to before. That energy is something I live for,” McCartney reportedly told fans via his official website.
Presale tickets for the ‘Got Back 2025’ tour will be available beginning July 15 through McCartney’s website and selected platforms, with general ticket sales opening to the public on July 18 at 10 a.m. local time. Given the success of his previous tours—which routinely sell out stadiums worldwide—fans are encouraged to act swiftly to secure their seats.
Now 83 years old, McCartney continues to defy age and industry trends, performing with the same vigor that marked his early days with The Beatles. His tours are more than concerts—they’re celebrations of a musical legacy that has shaped generations. From groundbreaking albums to genre-defining singles, McCartney’s influence remains palpable across all corners of popular music.
As the tour prepares to launch, anticipation continues to build among fans both young and old. Whether revisiting cherished hits or discovering McCartney’s artistry for the first time, audiences across North America are in for a truly legendary musical experience.