Coldplay has announced six highly anticipated UK shows scheduled for August 2025, with two in Hull and four at Wembley Stadium in London. The Hull performances will mark the band’s first time in the city, with 50% of tickets set aside for local fans.
Those residing in Hull (HU), York (YO), Doncaster (DN), or Lincoln (LN) postcodes can access tickets a day before the general sale. The remaining Wembley gigs will be powered entirely by renewable energy, such as solar, wind, and kinetic energy.
Tickets for all concerts will go on general sale on 27 September, with a pre-sale opportunity on 26 September for fans who pre-order the band’s upcoming album, Moon Music.
Coldplay’s concerts at Wembley represent a landmark achievement, as they will be the first-ever stadium shows powered by a combination of solar, wind, and kinetic energy. One of the satellite stages at these shows will be fully powered by the audience through kinetic flooring and power bikes, where fan movement generates energy.
The band has been on their Music of the Spheres world tour for two years, and these shows will continue their commitment to reducing carbon emissions.
Coldplay reported a 59% reduction in emissions compared to their last tour, and they have planted 9 million trees, with plans to plant an additional million by the end of the year.
Coldplay has also introduced a limited number of affordable tickets for these shows, priced at £20, available via Ticketmaster on 22 November.
In an effort to combat the rising cost of concert tickets, the band has committed to making live music more accessible. Their decision to allocate 10% of the proceeds from these concerts to the UK charity Music Venue Trust further highlights their support for grassroots venues struggling to stay afloat.
This move comes at a time of growing public anger over dynamic pricing, which has led to ticket prices skyrocketing for popular events, such as the recent Oasis reunion, where fans faced inflated costs after hours of waiting.
Mark Davyd, CEO of Music Venue Trust, has praised Coldplay for their generous support. He noted that the donation will make a significant impact on keeping grassroots music venues open, enabling more tours and live performances across the UK.
Davyd emphasized how Coldplay’s support goes beyond their stadium shows, giving back to the venues that once supported them in their early days as a band.
With small venues closing due to financial struggles, Coldplay’s contribution will bring the joy of live music to thousands of fans who depend on these intimate settings for local entertainment.
Since their formation in 1997, Coldplay has become one of the best-selling music acts of all time, with nine studio albums and hit songs like “Yellow,” “Fix You,” and “Viva La Vida.”
The band’s eco-conscious approach to their tours and their support for grassroots music highlight their lasting influence on both the global music scene and environmental sustainability.
With the release of their new album Moon Music on 4 October and their innovative 2025 UK concerts, Coldplay continues to push boundaries, not only as musicians but also as advocates for sustainable and accessible live performances.
