MELBOURNE – June 23, 2025
The gods of hard rock are storming back home. AC/DC, Australia’s most electrifying musical export, has announced a massive 2025 national tour, promising to shake the ground beneath arenas from Perth to Melbourne. After years of anticipation and mounting fan speculation, the announcement dropped like a power chord at midnight, sending shockwaves through Ticketek servers and reigniting the fire for old-school rock ‘n’ roll.
Back in Black—And Back Home
The AC/DC Australia Tour 2025 will mark the band’s first homecoming tour in over eight years. Branded “Power Up”, in sync with their latest studio album, the tour is more than just a concert series—it’s a multi-generational cultural event.
Spanning multiple cities—Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Perth—each date is predicted to sell out in minutes. With Ticketek waitlists exploding overnight, Aussie fans are racing against time to snag a spot in what many believe could be the band’s final nationwide hurrah.
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AC/DC Australia Tour 2025 – Dates & Venues
While the full lineup of cities is still trickling out through official channels, the confirmed opening night will be held at Adelaide Oval on October 18, just after the AFL Grand Final festivities.
Key Highlights:
- October 18 – Adelaide Oval (Opening Night)
- October 22 – Optus Stadium, Perth
- October 26 – Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
- October 30 – Accor Stadium, Sydney
- November 2 – Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
Tickets go on public sale June 28 via Ticketek, with a pre-sale open for BP Rewards Members from June 26.
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Support Act: Amyl and the Sniffers Bring Punk to the Party
In a bold and unexpected twist, Amyl and the Sniffers, Australia’s wildest punk outfit, will open for AC/DC across all stadium shows. The choice reflects the band’s enduring knack for bridging generational energy—pairing legacy with raw edge.
Amyl’s lead singer, Amy Taylor, stated in a social media post:
“Opening for AC/DC? It’s surreal. Let’s bring the noise and the sweat!”
Amy Taylor of Amyl and The Sniffers aka @amylandsniffers wearing a dress made up of PINK WHOOPIE CUSHIONS! Now that’s PUNK ROCK!!! Live right now at the #SidneyMyerMusicBowl – Arts Centre. ❤️⚡️#AmylAndTheSniffers #WhoopieCushions pic.twitter.com/Bn92CsMGVr
— (@CarbieWarbie) January 24, 2025
Powering Up with Purpose
This tour is not just about nostalgia. AC/DC is rolling out a new eco-conscious touring framework. Their stage production team, led by long-time creative director Ray Wilson, revealed that the band is integrating renewable power sources, carbon offsets, and recycled stage rigging into the tour’s logistics.
This pivot comes at a time when the music industry faces scrutiny for carbon-heavy live events. AC/DC’s camp says it’s “about rocking responsibly.”
A Nation Reignited
The AC/DC 2025 Australia tour announcement landed at a moment when live music in the country is undergoing a robust revival. With stadium tours from Taylor Swift, Coldplay, and now AC/DC, Australia is experiencing its most active tour calendar post-COVID.
Cultural commentator and music historian Lisa Carmichael tells Crafmin:
“AC/DC’s return is symbolic. It’s not just another concert; it re-establishes Australia as a powerhouse for live global rock, rooted in homegrown heritage.”
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Will This Be Their Last Tour?
Whispers across fan forums and Reddit threads suggest this could be AC/DC’s final Australian lap. Founding members Angus Young (now 69) and Brian Johnson (76) have hinted at wrapping up “on a high note.”
The band has not confirmed or denied any finality, only stating that they’re “thrilled to play for Aussie fans again.” Regardless, the emotional undercurrent to this tour is palpable.
Tour Impact: Economy and Legacy
Aside from music, the tour is expected to generate over AUD 50 million in local economies, from hospitality to retail. Cities like Perth and Adelaide are launching travel packages to boost regional tourism.
In a world of viral singles and AI-generated pop stars, AC/DC’s tour reminds Australia of its analog roots—guitars, grit, and unapologetic volume.
Final Power Chord
Whether you’re a die-hard fan from the ’70s or a teenager discovering riffs for the first time on Spotify, AC/DC’s Australia Tour 2025 promises something rare: a living, breathing, thunderous reminder that real rock never fades—it only gets louder.
The countdown begins.
Are you ready to ride the lightning?
