Bruno Mars is hitting the road in a big way.
After spending years dazzling audiences in Las Vegas residencies, the Grammy-winning artist just announced The Romantic Tour—his first major international trek in nearly a decade.
Kicking off this April and running through October, the massive stadium tour will bring Mars to fans across North America and Europe, with an all-star supporting lineup that includes Anderson .Paak, Leon Thomas, Victoria Monét, and Raye.
The announcement comes on the heels of Mars revealing his highly anticipated new album, also titled The Romantic, which drops February 27—marking his first full-length release since 2016’s 24K Magic.
A Long-Awaited Return to Touring
Mars last embarked on a global tour back in 2017-2018 with the 24K Magic World Tour, which became one of the highest-grossing tours of that era. Since then, he’s kept a relatively lower profile, focusing on his lucrative Las Vegas residency and his collaborative project Silk Sonic with Anderson .Paak.
The Romantic Tour launches April 10 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas—fittingly, the city Mars has called his performance home for much of the past few years. From there, he’ll make his way across major U.S. cities before heading to Europe in June.
Star-Studded Supporting Acts
Anderson .Paak will join Mars throughout the tour as DJ Pee .Wee, bringing their undeniable Silk Sonic chemistry back to stages worldwide. The duo’s 2021 collaborative album An Evening with Silk Sonic earned critical acclaim and multiple Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year.
The supporting lineup also features rising stars and established talents:
- Leon Thomas – The singer-songwriter and former Nickelodeon star has emerged as a major R&B force
- Victoria Monét – Fresh off her Grammy breakthrough, the “On My Mama” singer brings her sultry vocals
- Raye – The British artist who dominated 2024 with her record-breaking album My 21st Century Blues
Support acts vary by region, with different combinations of artists joining for North American and European legs.
New Music on the Horizon
Fans won’t have to wait long for new Bruno Mars material. The first single from The Romantic drops January 9, giving audiences a taste of what’s coming before the full album arrives February 27.
The album marks Mars’ return after an eight-year gap between solo studio releases—his longest break yet. 24K Magic spawned massive hits like “That’s What I Like” and the title track, sweeping the 2018 Grammys with Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year.
Expectations are sky-high for what Mars will deliver this time around, especially given his track record of blending retro influences with contemporary production.
Tour Highlights and Key Dates
The Romantic Tour spans three continents with dates stretching from April through October. Major highlights include:
- Multiple stadium shows in Paris, Amsterdam, London, and Los Angeles
- Two-night stands at Toronto’s Rogers Stadium, Wembley Stadium in London, and SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles
- European leg running from June 20 through July 19, hitting France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Italy, and the UK
- Final show October 14 in Vancouver, British Columbia
The tour focuses exclusively on massive stadium venues, reflecting Mars’ status as one of pop music’s biggest live draws. From Ford Field in Detroit to Wembley Stadium in London, he’ll be playing to tens of thousands of fans per night.
What Fans Can Expect
Anyone who’s seen Bruno Mars live knows he’s a consummate performer. His shows blend high-energy choreography, live instrumentation, and vocal prowess that rivals his studio recordings.
Previous tours have featured elaborate production design, horn sections, and Mars’ ability to seamlessly move between funk, R&B, pop, and soul. The Romantic Tour will likely showcase new material while delivering fan favorites from his catalog spanning “Just the Way You Are” to “Leave the Door Open.”
The stadium setting suggests Mars is pulling out all the stops with production value. These won’t be intimate shows—they’ll be full-scale spectacles designed to fill massive venues with sound and energy.
From Vegas to the World
Mars’ Las Vegas residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM has been running since 2021, with shows continuing through 2023 and 2024. The residency allowed him to maintain a connection with fans while working on new music without the grueling schedule of worldwide touring.
Now, he’s ready to take that energy global again. The Vegas kickoff feels symbolic—starting where he’s been before spreading across continents to reach fans who’ve been waiting years for this moment.
The choice of stadiums over arenas also signals confidence in both his drawing power and the strength of The Romantic as new material. Mars is betting big that audiences will turn out en masse for what promises to be one of 2025’s most talked-about tours.
With new music dropping next month, an album in February, and tour dates spanning eight months, Bruno Mars is positioned for a massive 2025. For fans who’ve been patient through his extended absence from touring, The Romantic Tour represents a long-awaited reunion with one of pop’s most electrifying live performers.