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Post Malones Big Ass Stadium Tour Faces Ticket Sales Woes, Yet Early Shows Show Strong Attendance
Post Malone and country‑pop collaborator Jelly Roll began their second stadium tour in May 2026 amid reports that many venues were expected to open with 75 % or more empty seats. Ticket sales for the first leg of the tour were described as “Blue Dot Fever,” prompting the postponement or cancellation of several early dates.
The tour’s initial schedule included shows in East Hartford on June 22 and Tampa on July 8, where Ticketmaster listings indicated a large number of unsold seats. Graphics released by the tour’s promoters highlighted the lack of ticket sales, raising concerns that the venues would not be able to host full crowds.
Despite these early setbacks, the first two stops of the tour – a Bank of America Stadium concert in Charlotte on the opening night and a Lucas Oil Stadium performance in Indianapolis on Friday – drew crowds that exceeded expectations. The Charlotte venue, with a capacity of 75,037, was not sold out but did not feature the extensive empty sections that Ticketmaster’s “blue dot” indicators suggested. In Indianapolis, the stadium’s 200 and 300 level sections had a few vacant seats, yet the majority of the arena was filled.
Post Malone acknowledged the turnout during the Indianapolis show, expressing relief after months of uncertainty over ticket sales. The positive attendance at these two venues has been interpreted by some industry observers as a potential sign that the tour’s popularity may rebound as the schedule progresses.
In early May, the tour’s management announced that six dates would be canceled. The cancellations were attributed to a “difficult choice” amid controversies surrounding the tour’s co‑headliner, Jelly Roll, and broader industry concerns. Post Malone stated that the decision was not related to a desire to release new music before the tour, contrary to earlier claims. The artist is preparing a new double album, titled The Eternal Buzz, which has not yet been released.
Ticket sales data as of June 3 showed that the majority of the tour’s remaining dates were still not sold out. While the first two shows demonstrated stronger attendance, the overall trend remains uneven, with several venues still reporting significant unsold inventory.
The tour’s challenges occur against a backdrop of broader scrutiny of Ticketmaster and Live Nation Entertainment. In April 2026, a jury verdict found that the parent company held an illegal monopoly, allowing Ticketmaster to overcharge for tickets. The ruling has intensified discussions about ticket pricing and secondary market fees.
For Post Malone, the tour’s mixed performance could impact the promotion of his forthcoming album and the commercial momentum of his brand. The cancellations and uneven ticket sales may also influence future scheduling decisions and partnership arrangements with co‑headliners.
As the tour continues, industry analysts will monitor whether the attendance pattern observed in Charlotte and Indianapolis holds for subsequent dates. The current situation remains that several venues still have unsold seats, while the tour’s early shows have shown that a full stadium is achievable under the right conditions.
The tour’s future will likely depend on the ability of promoters to address ticket pricing concerns, improve sales strategies, and maintain audience interest as the new album’s release approaches.
The tour’s initial schedule included shows in East Hartford on June 22 and Tampa on July 8, where Ticketmaster listings indicated a large number of unsold seats. Graphics released by the tour’s promoters highlighted the lack of ticket sales, raising concerns that the venues would not be able to host full crowds.
Despite these early setbacks, the first two stops of the tour – a Bank of America Stadium concert in Charlotte on the opening night and a Lucas Oil Stadium performance in Indianapolis on Friday – drew crowds that exceeded expectations. The Charlotte venue, with a capacity of 75,037, was not sold out but did not feature the extensive empty sections that Ticketmaster’s “blue dot” indicators suggested. In Indianapolis, the stadium’s 200 and 300 level sections had a few vacant seats, yet the majority of the arena was filled.
Post Malone acknowledged the turnout during the Indianapolis show, expressing relief after months of uncertainty over ticket sales. The positive attendance at these two venues has been interpreted by some industry observers as a potential sign that the tour’s popularity may rebound as the schedule progresses.
In early May, the tour’s management announced that six dates would be canceled. The cancellations were attributed to a “difficult choice” amid controversies surrounding the tour’s co‑headliner, Jelly Roll, and broader industry concerns. Post Malone stated that the decision was not related to a desire to release new music before the tour, contrary to earlier claims. The artist is preparing a new double album, titled The Eternal Buzz, which has not yet been released.
Ticket sales data as of June 3 showed that the majority of the tour’s remaining dates were still not sold out. While the first two shows demonstrated stronger attendance, the overall trend remains uneven, with several venues still reporting significant unsold inventory.
The tour’s challenges occur against a backdrop of broader scrutiny of Ticketmaster and Live Nation Entertainment. In April 2026, a jury verdict found that the parent company held an illegal monopoly, allowing Ticketmaster to overcharge for tickets. The ruling has intensified discussions about ticket pricing and secondary market fees.
For Post Malone, the tour’s mixed performance could impact the promotion of his forthcoming album and the commercial momentum of his brand. The cancellations and uneven ticket sales may also influence future scheduling decisions and partnership arrangements with co‑headliners.
As the tour continues, industry analysts will monitor whether the attendance pattern observed in Charlotte and Indianapolis holds for subsequent dates. The current situation remains that several venues still have unsold seats, while the tour’s early shows have shown that a full stadium is achievable under the right conditions.
The tour’s future will likely depend on the ability of promoters to address ticket pricing concerns, improve sales strategies, and maintain audience interest as the new album’s release approaches.