AC/DC Confirms Final Perth Show for 2025 Power Up Tour

In a significant expansion of their 2025 Power Up stadium tour, legendary rock band AC/DC has announced a second and final concert at Perth's Optus Stadium, scheduled for December 8, 2025. This decision comes in response to overwhelming demand following the initial announcement of their Perth show on June 30, 2025. The addition caps off the West Coast leg of a nationwide tour that now encompasses nine stadium performances across Australia.

The band, renowned for their electrifying live performances, has not toured Australia extensively since their Rock or Bust tour in 2015. The current tour follows the release of their ARIA No. 1 album, Power Up, in 2020, which marked their sixth No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart. The tour features special guests Amyl and the Sniffers, known for their high-energy punk performances, enhancing the overall concert experience.

Since ticket sales commenced on June 26, 2025, the response has been unprecedented, with Ticketek reporting a record-breaking 370,000 tickets sold across all events on its platform on that day. Of these, more than 320,000 tickets were allocated for AC/DC's performances, establishing it as the most successful concert onsale day in Ticketek's history, surpassing the previous record set during the band's Black Ice tour in 2009. This extraordinary demand has led to additional shows being added in other major cities, including Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.

According to TEG Van Egmond, the event's promoter, "The enthusiasm for AC/DC's return is a testament to their enduring legacy and the high demand for live music experiences post-pandemic." The final Perth show is expected to draw a massive crowd, contributing to what is already being described as one of the most in-demand rock tours in recent memory.

In addition to economic impacts, the tour reflects a broader cultural revival in live music events, which have seen a resurgence as restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic ease. With concert venues reporting increased attendance and ticket sales across various genres, the Power Up tour serves as a significant marker of this recovery.

The implications of such a successful tour extend beyond ticket sales; it revitalizes local economies, supports jobs in the entertainment industry, and enriches the cultural landscape of Australia. As fans eagerly anticipate the December concert, AC/DC continues to solidify its status as a cornerstone of the rock genre, appealing to both longtime fans and new generations alike.

Tickets for the additional Perth show are currently available through Ticketek, with limited availability expected due to high demand. This development not only underscores AC/DC's status in the music industry but also highlights the increasing importance of live performances in a post-pandemic world, offering fans a much-needed opportunity to experience the thrill of live music once again.