AC/DC to rock Gillette Stadium in May 2025
- The Australian rock band AC/DC announced a stop at Gillette Stadium on May 4, 2025, as part of their North American tour.
- This will be their first U.S. tour in nine years, following a performance in 2015.
- The concert is part of a busy year for Gillette Stadium, which will also host other major acts like Post Malone and Coldplay.
In an exciting announcement for rock music fans, the Australian band AC/DC declared their return to the United States with the Power Up Tour, which will include a performance at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts, on May 4, 2025. This marks their first tour in the U.S. in nine years, with their last performance taking place in 2015 at the same venue. AC/DC has a storied history since their formation in 1973, having sold over 200 million albums globally, including their renowned 'Back in Black' album. The current lineup features Angus Young on lead guitar and Brian Johnson on vocals, following the passing of founding guitarist Malcolm Young in 2017. The upcoming tour will kick off in Minneapolis and includes various stops across North America, like the Rose Bowl in California, as well as major cities including Pittsburgh and Chicago. Fans are eager, as it's been several years since the rock legends last played in the U.S. Speculation surrounds the ticket pricing, which has yet to be disclosed, but excitement is high and they'll go on sale starting this Friday at noon on the AC/DC website. The concert at Gillette Stadium will be among three significant events scheduled at the venue in 2025, with Post Malone performing later in May and Coldplay taking the stage in July alongside a surprise guest. As live music returns, fans have many options to look forward to across various genres in Foxboro. In addition to AC/DC's long-awaited return, the announcement of these concerts highlights the ongoing revival of the concert scene post-pandemic, offering a glimpse of what fans can expect in the coming year. Overall, 2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for concert-goers, with the presence of legendary acts like AC/DC rekindling the excitement of live performances, drawing fans from across the region eager for the chance to see legendary performances in a venue known for hosting grand events.