The nominees for the prestigious Pollstar 2025 Awards have been unveiled across various categories, highlighting the best in live music. Among these categories, the Rock Tour of the Year features an exciting roster of rock and metal acts. The winners will be celebrated on February 19 during the highly anticipated Pollstar Live! Conference, a key event for those in the concert and touring industry.

Discover the Exciting Nominees for Pollstar’s Rock Tour of the Year

The nominees vying for the coveted title of Rock Tour of the Year are an impressive lineup that includes …..

blink-182 with their nostalgic One More Time Tour, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band showcasing their legendary talent in the 2024 World Tour, and Coldplay enchanting fans with their Music of the Spheres World Tour. Other notable contenders include the ever-popular Foo Fighters with their Everything or Nothing At All Tour, Green Day with their The Saviors Tour, and the iconic Metallica presenting their thrilling M72 World Tour.

Exploring Additional Nominees Across Various Categories

In addition to their nomination for Rock Tour of the Year, Coldplay is also recognized in the Major Tour of the Year category. They are joined by a stellar group of artists including Morgan Wallen, Noah Kahan, Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, and Zach Bryan. Each artist brings their unique style and fan base to the table, making this category highly competitive.

Moreover, the crossover sensation Jelly Roll has earned a nomination for Country Tour of the Year, demonstrating the blending of genres within the music scene. Additionally, Sleep Token has made waves by being nominated for New Headliner of the Year, alongside emerging talents like Chappell Roan, Charlie XCX, Fred Again., Gracie Abrams, and Sabrina Carpenter.

When it comes to Residency of the Year, legendary acts such as Billy Joel, Eagles, U2, and Dead & Company are featured prominently, alongside contemporary stars like Adele and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. This category showcases artists who create unforgettable experiences through extended performances.

The Pollstar Awards also highlight the best support acts and special guests, with the Smashing Pumpkins receiving recognition for their collaboration on Green Day‘s tour, illustrating the importance of supporting acts in making concerts memorable.

Unveiling the Top Festivals Competing for Recognition

For the coveted title of Large Music Festival of the Year, which is designated for festivals attracting 30,000 or more attendees, fierce competitors include Austin City Limits, BottleRock, Bourbon & Beyond, Coachella, Lollapalooza, and Stagecoach. These festivals are renowned for their vibrant atmospheres and exceptional lineups, making them staples in the music festival circuit.

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On a more intimate scale, the nominees for Music Festival of the Year, catering to audiences of under 30,000, include All Things Go, III Points, InkCarceration, Newport Folk Festival, Ohana Festival, and Two Step Inn. These festivals provide unique experiences that resonate deeply with attendees.

Complete List of Nomination Categories for the Pollstar Awards

Major Tour of the Year
The nominees for this prestigious category are Coldplay with their Music of the Spheres World Tour, Morgan Wallen featuring One Night At A Time 2024, Noah Kahan with We’ll All Be Here Forever Tour, Olivia Rodrigo for the Guts World Tour, Taylor Swift presenting The Eras Tour, and Zach Bryan with The Quittin Time Tour.

Rock Tour of the Year
The competitive nominees are blink-182 with their One More Time Tour, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band for the 2024 World Tour, Coldplay with their Music of the Spheres World Tour, Foo Fighters showcasing Everything or Nothing At All Tour, Green Day featuring The Saviors Tour, and Metallica with their M72 World Tour.

Hip-Hop Tour of the Year
The nominees include $UICIDEBOY$ with their Grey Day Tour 2024, Drake for the It’s All A Blur Tour, Megan Thee Stallion featuring Hot Girl Summer Tour, Missy Elliott with Out of This World — The Missy Elliott Experience, Nicki Minaj for the Pink Friday 2 World Tour, and Travis Scott showcasing The Circus Maximus Tour.

R&B Tour of the Year
This category features nominees such as Janet Jackson with Janet Jackson: Together Again, Jhené Aiko for the The Magic Hour Tour, Kehlani showcasing The Crash World Tour, Maxwell with his Serenade Tour, Usher presenting Usher: Past Present Future, and XSCAPE / SWV with The Queens of R&B Tour.

Pop Tour of the Year
The nominees in this category include Billie Eilish with Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour, Charli XCX & Troye Sivan for Charli XCX & Troye Sivan Present: Sweat, Justin Timberlake with The Forget Tomorrow World Tour, Olivia Rodrigo featuring the Guts World Tour, P!NK with Summer Carnival 2024, and Taylor Swift showcasing The Eras Tour.

Country Tour of the Year
Nominees include Chris Stapleton featuring All-American Road Show, Jelly Roll with The Beautifully Broken Tour, Kenny Chesney for Sun Goes Down 2024 Tour, Lainey Wilson showcasing Country’s Cool Again Tour, Morgan Wallen with One Night At A Time 2024, Tyler Childers for Mule Pull ‘24 Tour, and Zach Bryan presenting The Quittin Time Tour.

Latin Tour of the Year
The nominees include Bad Bunny with Most Wanted Tour, Carin León for Boca Chueca Tour 2024, Fuerza Regida showcasing Pero No Te Enamores Tour 2024, Karol G with Mañana Será Bonito Tour, Luis Miguel for Luis Miguel Tour 2023–24, and Peso Pluma featuring Éxodo Tour 2024.

Comedy Tour of the Year
This category features nominees such as Gabriel Iglesias with Don’t Worry Be Fluffy Tour, Jim Gaffigan showcasing Barely Alive Tour, Matt Rife with ProbleMATTic World Tour, Nate Bargatze presenting The Be Funny Tour, Nikki Glaser for Alive and Unwell Tour, and Sebastian Maniscalco with It Ain’t Right.

Support/Special Guest of the Year
Nominees in this category include Chappell Roan supporting Olivia Rodrigo, Ciara/Timbaland with Missy Elliott, Gracie Abrams alongside Taylor Swift, Paramore supporting Taylor Swift, The Smashing Pumpkins on Green Day‘s tour, and Zac Brown Band alongside Kenny Chesney.

Residency of the Year
The nominees include Adele at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace/Neue Messe München, Billy Joel performing at Madison Square Garden, Dead & Company at Sphere, Eagles at Sphere, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit at Ryman Auditorium, and U2 at Sphere.

Family, Event or Non-Music Tour of the Year
Nominees include Bluey’s Big Play, Disney Princess: The Concert, Gold Over America Tour, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party, Kidz Bop Live, and Monster Jam.

New Headliner of the Year
The nominees include Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Fred again.., Gracie Abrams, Sabrina Carpenter, and Sleep Token.

Music Festival of The Year (Global; over 30K attendance)
The nominees are Austin City Limits Music Festival in Austin, TX, BottleRock Napa Valley in Napa, CA, Bourbon & Beyond in Louisville, KY, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, CA, Lollapalooza Festival in Chicago, IL, and Stagecoach: California’s Country Music Festival in Indio, CA.

Music Festival of The Year (Global; under 30K attendance)
The nominees are All Things Go in Columbia, MD, III Points in Miami, FL, Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival in Mansfield, OH, Newport Folk Festival in Newport, RI, Ohana Festival in Dana Point, CA, and Two Step Inn in Georgetown, TX.

International Music Festival of The Year
Nominees include BST Hyde Park in London, UK, Corona Capital in Mexico City, Mexico, Glastonbury Festival in Somerset, UK, Hellfest in Clisson, France, Primavera Sound in Barcelona, Spain, and Tomorrowland in Antwerp, Belgium.

Nightclub of the Year
The nominees for this category include 9:30 Club in Washington, DC, Brooklyn Steel in Brooklyn, NY, First Avenue in Minneapolis, MN, HISTORY in Toronto, ON, Roadrunner in Boston, MA, and The Sylvee in Madison, WI.

Theatre of the Year
Nominees include Altria Theater in Richmond, VA, Beacon Theatre in New York, NY, Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn, NY, Radio City Music Hall in New York, NY, Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN, and YouTube Theater in Inglewood, CA.

Arena of the Year (U.S. Only)
The nominees are Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN, Kia Forum in Inglewood, CA, Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, Moody Center in Austin, TX, Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, OK, Rupp Arena in Lexington, KY, and Sphere in Las Vegas, NV.

Arena of the Year (Outside of the U.S.)
The nominees include Co-op Live in Manchester, UK, Movistar Arena Colombia in Bogotá, Colombia, The O2 – London in London, UK, Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, WiZink Center in Madrid, Spain, and Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Red Rocks Award — Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year
Nominees include Budweiser Stage in Toronto, ON, Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, CA, Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood, CA, Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary, NC, Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA, and The Orion Amphitheater in Huntsville, AL.

Stadium of the Year (U.S. only)
The nominees are Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, NV, Fenway Park in Boston, MA, MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN, SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, and US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN.

Stadium of the Year (Outside the U.S.)
The nominees include BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, BC, Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City, Mexico, Rogers Centre in Toronto, ON, Strawberry Arena in Solna, Sweden, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, UK, and Wembley Stadium in London, UK.

Casino/Resort Venue of the Year
Nominees include Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant, OK, Fontainebleau Las Vegas / BleauLive Theater in Las Vegas, NV, Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL, Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT, The Show at Agua Caliente Resort Spa Casino in Rancho Mirage, CA, and The Venue At Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, CA.

New Concert Venue of the Year (North America)
The nominees for this category include Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn, NY, Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs, CO, Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA, The Backyard in Sacramento, CA, Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, MO, and Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee, IA.

New Concert Venue of the Year (International)
Nominees include Co-op Live in Manchester, UK, Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City, Mexico, K-Arena Yokohama in Yokohama, Japan, LDLC Arena in Decines-Charpieu, France, and UOB LIVE in Bangkok, Thailand.

Venue Executive of the Year
The nominees are Becky Colwell from Kia Forum, Intuit Dome, Christy Castillo Butcher from SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park, David Kells from Bridgestone Arena, Jeff Nickler from Moody Center, Randy Fibiger from Madison Square Garden, and Rich MacKeigan from Van Andel Arena.

Talent Buyer of the Year
Nominees include Del Williams from Danny Wimmer Presents, Brian Smith from Live Nation, Amy Corbin from C3 Presents, Live Nation, Jenn Yacoubian from Goldenvoice, Boone Carter from NS2, and Stacie George from Live Nation.

Small Venue Talent Buyer of the Year (Under 10,000 Capacity)
The nominees include Billy Brill from DWP Talent Services, Donna Busch