A record number of people travel to the UK to attend live music, according to UK Music. The industry body estimates that 24.7 million “music tourists” attend concerts and festivals, up 4.8% from 2024. The figure is linked to strong demand for high-profile performances, including the Oasis reunion tour and appearances by other major international and UK acts. Sources also point to concerts by artists such as Coldplay, Lana Del Rey and Beyoncé as part of the wider lineup drawing overseas and domestic visitors. The increase in attendance is reported to translate into major economic impact: spending by music tourists is estimated at about £11.2 billion across the UK economy. The reports describe a wider surge in travel tied to gigs, with overseas visitors playing a role in lifting totals and supporting higher expenditure. Overall, the coverage characterizes 2025 as a peak year for live-music tourism, combining headline acts with strong international draw to increase both visitor numbers and spending.