Famous rapper Drake has confirmed the long-rumored news of his return to Australia in 2025. The global superstar made the announcement during a livestream on Monday, alongside fellow Canadian and popular livestreamer Félix Lengyel, also known as XQC.
The Canadian artist, known for hits like “One Dance” and “God’s Plan,” revealed the exciting news that his highly anticipated Anita Max Wynn tour would kick off in February 2025. This marks Drake’s first tour of Australia in eight years, a fact that was met with great enthusiasm from his fans.
“February 9th for anyone that’s watching from Australia,” Drake said during the livestream, confirming the dates for his upcoming performances. “I’m coming back to Australia for the first time in eight years.”
Drake, whose real name is Aubrey Drake Graham, went on to discuss the tour’s theme, named after his alter ego, Anita Max Wynn. According to the rapper, the tour will be exclusive to Australia for now, leaving fans eagerly awaiting news of any international dates.
As of now, the confirmed Australian cities on the Anita Max Wynn tour include Melbourne, Sydney, and the Gold Coast. Fans in other major cities like Perth are still left wondering if Drake will add their locations to the tour schedule. While no official announcement has been made about Perth’s inclusion, anticipation continues to build for further updates.
When asked by XQC why it had been almost a decade since Drake last performed in Australia, the rapper appeared somewhat surprised by the question, though his love for the country was evident. “I love it there, it’s just fire,” Drake responded. The heartfelt response reflects the rapper’s deep connection to his Australian fans, even though his international schedule has kept him busy in recent years.
The news of Drake’s upcoming tour has caused a stir in the Australian entertainment world, with rumors about his return gaining momentum since early November. The speculation began when Drake posted a cryptic photo on his Instagram story featuring the iconic Sydney Opera House. The image, accompanied by the caption, “It’s been like 7 years 👀👀👀,” sparked immediate excitement among his followers, many of whom took this as a clear hint that the rapper was preparing for a major announcement.
Adding fuel to the fire, a popular tour prediction website, What’s Lively, posted a prediction saying it was “99 percent sure” that Drake would be announcing an Australian tour very soon. This prediction, paired with the Instagram post, had many fans eagerly awaiting the confirmation, which Drake finally delivered during his livestream with XQC.
Despite the flurry of rumors and anticipation, Drake has yet to make an official announcement about the tour on his other social media platforms, leaving fans wondering if there will be any additional details revealed in the coming weeks. However, Australian fans can already sign up for updates, as Ticketek has posted a waitlist for the event on their website, signaling that tickets for the tour will likely go on sale soon.
Drake’s last visit to Australia was in 2017, when he toured the country as part of his Boy Meets World Tour. The 2017 tour saw the rapper perform in front of massive crowds in cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, and his shows were some of the most highly anticipated music events in the country that year. Since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting his return, and now it seems their patience is about to pay off.
The announcement of Drake’s 2025 Anita Max Wynn tour is expected to be a major event in the Australian music scene. With his enormous popularity and global fan base, the tour is likely to sell out quickly, especially given that it’s his first time performing in Australia in eight years.
Fans of the rapper, known for his ability to blend hip hop, R&B, and pop, can expect a setlist full of his biggest hits. With a career spanning over a decade, Drake has amassed a catalog of chart-topping songs, including “Hotline Bling,” “In My Feelings,” “God’s Plan,” and “One Dance,” all of which are likely to be featured in his live performances. Additionally, Drake’s captivating stage presence and high-energy shows are a major draw for fans, making his Australian tour one of the most anticipated music events of 2025.
As the tour date approaches, more details are expected to emerge, including potential opening acts, special guests, and any additional locations that may be added to the schedule. For now, fans in Melbourne, Sydney, and the Gold Coast can look forward to a thrilling experience as one of the world’s biggest music stars makes his long-awaited return to the Australian stage.
While the tour details continue to unfold, the excitement surrounding Drake’s return to Australia is palpable. With his massive global fan base and unmatched influence in the music industry, the Anita Max Wynn tour is set to be an unforgettable chapter in the rapper’s career. For Australian fans, the wait is almost over, and Drake’s upcoming shows are shaping up to be some of the biggest events of the year.