Pollstar Ranks Top 20 Global Concert Tours Based on Box Office Performance
Pollstar has released its ranking of the Top 20 Global Concert Tours, detailing artists' average box office gross per city and average ticket prices worldwide. The data is compiled from information provided by concert promoters and venue managers.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 30, 2026 —
Pollstar, a prominent music industry trade publication, has unveiled its latest ranking of the Top 20 Global Concert Tours. The report provides insights into the financial performance of major music acts based on their average box office gross per city and worldwide average ticket prices.
The data utilized for this ranking is sourced from information gathered directly from concert promoters and venue managers. This collaboration aims to offer a comprehensive overview of the economic impact and reach of leading concert tours across the globe.
The specific artists, their tour names, average gross figures, and ticket price details that constitute the Top 20 were not detailed in the provided summary. The methodology relies on reported figures from entities involved in the promotion and staging of these live events.
Further details regarding the methodology, specific rankings, and the criteria for inclusion in the Top 20 are typically found in the full Pollstar report. The publication’s rankings are closely watched within the music industry to gauge touring success and market trends.
The compilation of such data is a complex process, requiring coordination with numerous stakeholders in the live entertainment sector. Pollstar’s role is to aggregate and present this information in a standardized format for industry analysis.
The exact period covered by this specific ranking was not specified. However, Pollstar typically releases such reports periodically, reflecting recent performance data to keep industry professionals informed about the current state of the global concert market.
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