Top-Grossing Concert Tours of 2026: Billboard Midyear Report
Lady Gaga has the most successful concert tour in 2026, generating US$236.2 million in revenue.
The global live music industry continues to reach remarkable heights in 2026, with major artists generating hundreds of millions of dollars through concert tours. According to the Billboard Midyear 2026 Report, Lady Gaga leads the year’s top-grossing concert tours, followed closely by Bad Bunny.
The ranking highlights the enormous commercial power of established superstars while also demonstrating the growing global impact of artists from different musical backgrounds.
At the top of the list is Lady Gaga, whose tour generated an impressive US$236.2 million in revenue. Her position reflects the enduring popularity of her music, theatrical performances, and ability to attract audiences across international markets.
Bad Bunny follows closely with US$230.3 million, reinforcing his status as one of the biggest forces in global music and the growing commercial influence of Latin music.
Veteran performers also made a significant impact. Paul McCartney generated US$110.8 million, while Shakira earned US$110.1 million. Ed Sheeran ranked fifth with US$102.5 million, demonstrating the continued strength of his international fan base.
The Eagles followed with US$95.4 million, proving that legendary rock acts remain major attractions decades into their careers.
The list also reflects the growing presence of Asian artists in the international touring market. K-pop group SEVENTEEN generated US$88.1 million, placing seventh overall.
TWICE earned US$58.3 million, while TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) recorded US$53 million. Their inclusion among the highest-grossing tours illustrates the increasingly global reach of K-pop and its ability to fill venues around the world.
Other major earners included composer and film-music icon Hans Zimmer, whose tour generated US$77.3 million, followed by Dua Lipa at US$73.4 million and the Jonas Brothers at US$70 million. Trans-Siberian Orchestra earned US$59.1 million, while Linkin Park generated US$57.3 million. Travis Scott rounded out the ranking with US$55.8 million.
Overall, the Billboard Midyear 2026 figures reveal a diverse concert market spanning pop, rock, Latin music, hip-hop, classical crossover, and K-pop. The revenues demonstrate that successful touring remains one of the most powerful engines of the modern music business.
From global superstars such as Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny to veteran performers and rising international acts, these artists are turning their live performances into major commercial successes in 2026.