AceShowbiz - The Weeknd has made touring history with his After Hours Til Dawn tour becoming the highest-grossing tour ever by a male artist, reportedly generating over $1.3 billion in revenue.

Live Nation released the figures on November 5, 2026, following the conclusion of the tour at TM Stadium National in Kuala Lumpur, marking the end of a four-year journey. The tour began in July 2022 and featured an extensive itinerary with 176 shows performed across 67 cities in 30 countries spanning five continents.

This remarkable haul ranks as the third-largest tour revenue in history overall, trailing only behind Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, which surpassed $2 billion, and Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres tour at $1.5 billion. Worldwide ticket sales for the After Hours Til Dawn tour surpassed 9 million, underscoring the massive global appeal of The Weeknd.

Beyond its commercial success, the tour also made a significant philanthropic impact, raising $8.5 million in donations for the World Food Programme and Global Citizen. This charitable effort highlights how the tour extended its reach beyond entertainment to support global causes.

The final leg of the tour in Asia saw The Weeknd break additional records. He became the highest-selling international male artist in Hong Kong, a major milestone in the region. Furthermore, his new song, “Hong Kong,” gained tremendous popularity in China, reportedly shattering multiple streaming records shortly after its release.

Amidst these achievements, The Weeknd recently addressed his future in music, confirming that he is not retiring anytime soon. While he once contemplated stepping away from music and changing his stage name, he has since decided to continue his career. He described the experience of considering retirement but ultimately realizing that it would waste his creative inspiration.

He emphasized the unique privilege and gratitude he feels for his career and plans to keep performing and creating for as long as possible. Although he mentioned taking a break, he clarified that it is only a temporary hiatus. Fans can anticipate new work in the future, especially since he stated he hasn’t felt this inspired since the start of his career and is committed to putting great care into his upcoming projects.

The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn tour not only set unprecedented financial records but also left a lasting legacy through its charitable contributions and cultural impact worldwide. His ongoing dedication to music promises exciting developments ahead for his audience.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Xxlmag.