For all the people who don’t believe The Weeknd is a megastar, peep this record.

The Weeknd just crossed a historic milestone as his After Hours Til Dawn tour officially surpasses $1 billion in ticket sales. This achievement makes it the highest-grossing tour by a solo male artist in history, marking another record-breaking moment in Abel’s already monumental career.

The tour, known for its cinematic visuals, massive production, and globe-spanning stadium dates, has been a dominant force in live music since it began. With The Weeknd consistently ranking as one of the most streamed and most listened-to artists in the world, it’s no surprise that fans showed up in record numbers.

This billion-dollar accomplishment reflects both Abel’s global impact and the cultural power of the After Hours and Dawn FM eras. It further cements The Weeknd as one of the most influential artists of the past decade––an artist whose live performances match the scale of his streaming dominance.

Another record broken. Another milestone reached. And with Abel, it never feels like the last.

Ileyah

Ileyah is a mom, a writer and a musician. She loves late nights and gluten free snacks.