The prolific Australian band King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard has unveiled their 2025 tour schedule, promising fans a series of unique performances across Europe and the United States. Known for their eclectic musical style and energetic live shows, the band continues to push boundaries with their innovative approach to touring.
European Residency Tour:
In May and June 2025, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard will embark on a European residency tour, performing multiple nights in select cities. This format allows fans to experience different setlists and musical themes each night. The confirmed dates and venues are:
- May 18-20, 2025: Coliseu dos Recreios, Lisbon, Portugal
- May 23-25, 2025: Poble Espanyol, Barcelona, Spain
- May 29-31, 2025: Lukiškės Prison 2.0, Vilnius, Lithuania
- June 4-6, 2025: Lycabettus Hill Theatre, Athens, Greece
- June 8-10, 2025: Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
U.S. Orchestral Tour:
In a groundbreaking move, the band will collaborate with local orchestras in various U.S. cities during July and August 2025. These special performances will feature orchestral arrangements of their music, offering a fresh perspective on their extensive catalog. The orchestral tour dates include:
- July 28, 2025: TD Pavilion at the Mann, Philadelphia, PA (with The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia)
- July 30, 2025: Westville Music Bowl, New Haven, CT
- August 1-2, 2025: Forest Hills Stadium, Forest Hills, NY (with Orchestra of St. Luke’s)
- August 4, 2025: Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD (with National Symphony Orchestra)
- August 6, 2025: Ravinia Festival, Highland Park, IL (with Chicago Philharmonic)
- August 8, 2025: Ford Amphitheater, Colorado Springs, CO (with Colorado Symphony)
- August 11, 2025: The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, San Diego, CA (with San Diego Symphony Orchestra)
Traditional Rock Shows:
In addition to the orchestral collaborations, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard will perform traditional rock shows in select locations:
- August 15-17, 2025: Meadow Creek, Buena Vista, CO
Speculation About Glastonbury Appearance:
Fans have noted a gap in the band’s European tour schedule between June 10 and June 25, 2025, leading to speculation about a possible surprise performance at the Glastonbury Festival, scheduled for June 25-29, 2025. While there has been no official confirmation, the timing has fueled fan theories about an unannounced appearance. citeturn0news0
New Music Release:
Coinciding with the tour announcement, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have released a new song titled “Phantom Island.” This track follows their August 2024 album Flight B741 and features a full orchestral arrangement, hinting at the musical direction for their upcoming performances. citeturn0news1
Ticket Information:
Tickets for all shows are available through the band’s official website. Given the unique nature of these performances, especially the orchestral collaborations, fans are encouraged to secure their tickets promptly.
For detailed information and ticket purchases, visit:
👉 [https://kinggizzardandthelizardwizard.com/shows
