Upcoming Imagine Dragons dates
Dates and live ticket listings appear here as soon as they are on sale. The guide below covers what to know before you buy.
Who Imagine Dragons is and what kind of show you are buying
Imagine Dragons is a pop-rock band formed in Las Vegas in 2008, fronted by singer Dan Reynolds with guitarist Wayne Sermon and bassist Ben McKee. A ticket buys a big, percussion-driven arena rock show built around sing-along hits such as "Radioactive," "Demons," "Believer" and "Thunder," played in arenas, amphitheaters and stadiums. The songs are written for large rooms, so even upper-level seats get the full effect of the choruses.
The band's studio albums are Night Visions (2012), Smoke + Mirrors (2015), Evolve (2017), Origins (2018), Mercury – Acts 1 & 2 (2022) and Loom (2024). "Radioactive" won the Grammy for Best Rock Performance and once held the record for most weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, at 87. Billboard named "Believer," "Thunder" and "Radioactive" the three best-performing rock songs of the 2010s, and the band reports more than 74 million albums sold worldwide.
Inside an Imagine Dragons concert
The defining sound of the live show is drums, often several at once, with Reynolds frequently joining in on a large drum himself. Expect hits spread through the set, long crowd sing-alongs, and a frontman who works the full width of the stage.
Drummer Daniel Platzman announced his departure from the band on August 21, 2024; Andrew Tolman, the band's original drummer, returned for touring duties. The lineup change has not altered the show's percussion-first character.
The band's charity work also shows up around the music. It started the Tyler Robinson Foundation in 2013 to support young cancer patients and helped organize the LoveLoud Festival in 2017 to raise awareness about LGBTQ youth.
Imagine Dragons tours, from Night Visions to Loom
The tours below are documented in the sources for this page. Current dates appear in the live event list on this page.
- Night Visions Tour (2013 to 2014): supported the debut album and the run of "Radioactive."
- Smoke + Mirrors Tour (2015 to 2016): the band's arena-headlining era.
- Evolve World Tour (2017 to 2019): supported Evolve and the singles "Believer" and "Thunder."
- Mercury World Tour (2022 to 2023): supported the two-part Mercury album.
- Loom World Tour (2024 to 2026): opened July 30, 2024, in Camden, New Jersey, and was scheduled to close May 21, 2026, in Toronto, across 94 shows in Asia, Europe, and North and South America. Billboard counted 2.2 million tickets sold through July 2025. An October 27, 2024, Los Angeles show with the LA Film Orchestra became the theatrical concert film Live From The Hollywood Bowl, released in March 2025.
The Loom run mixed amphitheaters, arenas and stadiums depending on the market, with openers including Myles Smith, Jacob Banks, Cannons, EaJ, Peter McPoland and Declan McKenna on various dates.
Where to sit for an Imagine Dragons show
Imagine Dragons plays end-stage shows (the stage at one end of the room) in arenas, amphitheaters and stadiums. Check each event's seating map for the layout before buying.
Arenas
- Floor: the most physical place to be, especially for the drum-heavy songs. On a general-admission floor (standing, first come, first served), arriving early decides how close you get.
- Lower bowl facing the stage: the best all-around seat. You see the whole stage and the lighting from straight on, and the mix is strongest near the soundboard.
- Lower-bowl sides near the stage: close and raised, but the angle hides part of the stage and the screens.
- Upper level: a sound value pick for this band, since the choruses carry and the crowd is part of the show. Center beats corners.
Stadiums
- Field: worth it only near the stage. The back of a stadium field is flat and far, and many fans there watch the screens.
- Lower sideline sections toward the stage end: often the best balance of distance and elevation.
- Upper deck and far end: the value tier, with the longest walk and the most sound delay.
Amphitheaters
Reserved pavilion seats give the best view, while the lawn (open general-admission grass at the back) is a casual, lower-cost choice that works well for a band built on group sing-alongs.
How demand for Imagine Dragons tickets behaves
Imagine Dragons has broad, multigenerational appeal, from fans of the early-2010s radio hits to younger listeners who found the band through streaming, and its shows tend to sell well across markets. A few structural patterns help:
- Presales take the front sections. Fan-club, artist and card-member presales typically open before the general on-sale.
- Las Vegas carries hometown weight. Shows in the city where the band formed tend to draw extra interest.
- Stadium dates leave room. Larger capacities mean more inventory, so upper-level stadium seats are often the easier buy closer to the date.
- Weekend and summer dates sell first. Friday and Saturday shows and peak-season amphitheater dates usually move before midweek shows.
Resale prices can sit above or below face value and usually move as the show approaches. GoodSeats orders include guaranteed entry. For band announcements, see the official Imagine Dragons site.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Imagine Dragons from?
Imagine Dragons formed in Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2008.
Who is in Imagine Dragons?
The band is singer Dan Reynolds, guitarist Wayne Sermon and bassist Ben McKee. Drummer Daniel Platzman announced his departure in August 2024, and original drummer Andrew Tolman returned for touring.
What are the best seats for an Imagine Dragons concert?
Lower-bowl seats facing the stage give the best view of the full production. The floor is closest and loudest, and upper-level center seats are a solid value since the choruses carry.
Does Imagine Dragons play stadiums?
Yes. The Loom World Tour from 2024 to 2026 included stadiums as well as arenas and amphitheaters, depending on the market.
Has Imagine Dragons won a Grammy?
Yes. Radioactive won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance.