Drake Returns to the UK After Six Years with the ‘Some Special Shows 4 UK’ Tour Featuring PartyNextDoor

The Champagne Papi Is Back—And He’s Bringing the OVO Heat

After a six-year absence, global hip-hop icon Drake is finally returning to UK stages with his long-anticipated ‘Some Special Shows 4 UK’ Tour. As if that weren’t enough, he’s teaming up with fellow OVO Sound star PartyNextDoor for a series of intimate, high-energy nights that promise to redefine the meaning of a rap concert in 2025.

For longtime UK fans, this isn’t just a tour. It’s a homecoming.

Tour Overview: Where and When

Each night will be a one-off, curated performance featuring:

• A mix of Drake’s biggest hits and deep cuts
• Exclusive performances with PartyNextDoor
• New visuals, unreleased tracks, and surprise guests

Why This Tour Matters: Drake’s Cultural Influence in the UK

Drake has always maintained a strong relationship with the UK—his early adoption of grime influences, collaborations with Skepta, Giggs, and his love for London slang have become part of his artistic identity.

Songs like “Wanna Know (Remix)” with Dave and “KMT” with Giggs introduced millions of global fans to British flow and cadence. His More Life playlist was a love letter to international culture—and the UK played a starring role.

This tour represents more than promotion. It’s a re-ignition of Drake’s artistic roots.

What to Expect: A Live Experience Worth the Wait

Drake isn’t known for half-stepping. His past tours—Boy Meets World, Assassination Vacation, and Aubrey & The Three Migos—were visual and sonic juggernauts.

For this new UK run, expect:

• Massive LED stage builds
• 360-degree crowd immersion
• Story-driven setlists blending old and new
• Introspective transitions from Take Care to Her Loss

PartyNextDoor Joins the Ride

The moody crooner behind “Come and See Me” and “Break from Toronto” hasn’t toured the UK in nearly a decade. His lush R&B layers and brooding stage presence are the perfect complement to Drake’s versatility.

Together, they’ll perform:

• OVO-era classics
• Joint tracks like “Recognize”
• Material from PartyNextDoor’s rumored new album

Ticket Info: How to Secure Your Spot

Tickets go on sale Friday, June 21 at 10 AM BST via:

• Ticketmaster UK
• Live Nation

Pricing:

• Standard: £65–£125
• VIP Soundcheck Experience: £280+
• OVO Golden Circle: £350+ (includes merch + early access)

Pre-sale access available for OVO newsletter subscribers and Amex cardholders starting June 19.

Drake’s Impact: Six Years Gone, Still On Top

Since his last UK appearance in 2019, Drake has released multiple chart-topping projects:

• Certified Lover Boy (2021)
• Honestly, Nevermind (2022)
• Her Loss (with 21 Savage, 2022)
• For All the Dogs (2023)

His growth as an artist and businessman—including his Nike NOCTA brand, stake in Toronto Raptors, and cultural influence—has only intensified.

But for many, Drake’s greatness isn’t just in hits. It’s in his ability to capture emotion, vulnerability, confidence, and contradiction—all in a single verse.

Where to Stay & How to Get There

For London shows at The O2:

• Nearest Tube: North Greenwich (Jubilee Line)
• Recommended Hotels: InterContinental London – The O2, Radisson Blu Edwardian, Moxy London Excel
• Uber/Taxi Drop Zones: Peninsula Square entrance

Final Thoughts: A Long-Awaited Return

The ‘Some Special Shows 4 UK’ tour is more than a series of dates. It’s a cultural moment—a chance for fans to reconnect with one of the most influential artists of the century.

Whether you’re singing along to Marvins Room, shouting bars from Nonstop, or vibing to Jaded, this is your chance to see Drake in his element.

🎫 Are You Ready for the Return?

Get your tickets early, put your best OVO fit together, and be ready to witness UK music history.

Because when Drake touches down, it’s never just a concert—it’s a memory.