Pollstar Releases Top 20 Global Concert Tours Ranking for 2026
Pollstar, a leading trade publication for the live entertainment industry, has released its ranking of the Top 20 Global Concert Tours. The list evaluates artists based on their average box office gross per city and includes data on average ticket prices worldwide. Bad Bunny leads the rankings with an impressive average gross of $7,574,259 per city and an average ticket price of $142.13. Ed Sheeran follows in second place, while classic rock band the Eagles secures the third spot, notable for having the highest average ticket price on the list at $288.63. Other prominent entries include Lady Gaga, Backstreet Boys, and K-pop group TWICE. The data, sourced from concert promoters and venue managers, highlights diverse genres ranging from Latin trap and pop to country and comedy, represented by Matt Rife and Nate Bargatze. This report provides critical insights into current market trends, consumer spending habits, and the commercial viability of major touring acts in the global music industry as of April 2026.
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Pollstar Releases Top 20 Global Concert Tours Ranking for 2026
Pollstar, a leading trade publication for the live entertainment industry, has released its ranking of the Top 20 Global Concert Tours. The list evaluates artists based on their average box office gross per city and includes data on average ticket prices worldwide. Bad Bunny leads the rankings with an impressive average gross of $7,574,259 per city and an average ticket price of $142.13. Ed Sheeran follows in second place, while classic rock band the Eagles secures the third spot, notable for having the highest average ticket price on the list at $288.63. Other prominent entries include Lady Gaga, Backstreet Boys, and K-pop group TWICE. The data, sourced from concert promoters and venue managers, highlights diverse genres ranging from Latin trap and pop to country and comedy, represented by Matt Rife and Nate Bargatze. This report provides critical insights into current market trends, consumer spending habits, and the commercial viability of major touring acts in the global music industry as of April 2026.
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