Pop-star Weeknd broke London Stadium’s record for highest attendance following his two-night stops at the venue on Friday and Saturday, which drew a staggering 160,000 people to his “After Hours Til Dawn Tour.”
According to reports the singer also claimed the record for highest single-night attendance for any show previously hosted in the stadium, pulling an average of 80,000 fans each night.
Tour promoter Live Nation shared that ticket sales for its European and upcoming South America and Mexico dates have already exceeded 2 million sold. It also adds that 200,000 tickets have already been purchased for the England and France stops.
The ‘Star boy‘ singer took to his IG to share the news with his fans.
“It’s incredible to see the Weeknd hit this milestone less than halfway through his massive sold-out European run,” Omar Al-joulani, Live Nation’s president of touring, while speaking to Variety.
“This historic moment in London shows the global fanbase he has cultivated over the years.”
Darryl Eaton, CAA’s co-head of North American touring, also shared his excitement about the feat of the tour thus far.
“On the heels of an enormous, hugely successful U.S. tour, Abel continues to sell at an astounding level across Europe.”
“Abel(Weeknd) entertained 160,000 fans across two nights at London Stadium, with another show in London to come at Wembley in August. We couldn’t be more proud to work with him and his team on this incredible tour!”
The second leg of the After Hours Til Dawn Tour continues with a show in Brussels, Belgium at King Baudouin Stadium before heading to Barcelona, Milan, Paris, and more — with more dates to be added.
The Weeknd is no stranger to record breaking feats in music having previously held the record for most Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certified diamond selling singles.