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Coldplay Draws Sell-Out Crowds to Two Stanford Stadium Shows

Epic light displays underscored Chris Martin’s plea for inclusivity during the tour’s only Northern California stops.

Jonny Buckland, from left, Will Champion, Chris Martin and Guy Berryman of Coldplay at Stanford Stadium on May 31, 2025.
Jonny Buckland, from left, Will Champion and Guy Berryman of Coldplay at Stanford Stadium on May 31, 2025.
Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres tour recently became the first by a rock band to gross more than $1 billion, joining Taylor Swift’s Eras tour in reaching that milestone.
Coldplay, featuring singer Chris Martin, will perform at Stanford Stadium on Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1.

Overview

  • Each night on May 31 and June 1, approximately 50,000 fans attended the sold-out performances at Stanford Stadium.
  • The two-hour-plus setlist fused classics like “Yellow” and “Viva La Vida” with new Moon Music tracks, featuring fireworks, confetti and LED wristbands.
  • Music of the Spheres became the first rock tour to surpass $1 billion in gross revenue since its 2022 launch.
  • Opening acts Willow and Elyanna performed at 5:25 p.m., and organizers warned of heavy traffic and parking delays, urging fans to use Caltrain to Palo Alto Station.
  • Chris Martin welcomed a Palestinian flag in the crowd and emphasized a message of global unity and love to the audience.