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The Weeknd's Charity Boost: $350K Raised
22 Aug
Summary
- Over $350,000 was raised through fan actions on poverty campaigns.
- The Weeknd's tour significantly boosted London's tourism and hospitality.
- His XO Humanitarian Fund received a $500,000 initial donation.
The After Hours Til Dawn tour offered fans a unique opportunity to earn tickets by taking action on global poverty campaigns, successfully raising over $350,000. This initiative underscores The Weeknd's commitment to philanthropy.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan praised the tour's economic benefits, noting its contribution to the city's tourism and hospitality industries. He highlighted the hundreds of thousands of fans attending Wembley Stadium as a testament to London's status as a music capital.
The tour's charitable efforts align with The Weeknd's XO Humanitarian Fund, which he initially supported with a $500,000 donation in March 2022. The European leg of the tour is set to continue in Dublin, followed by dates in Madrid, Barcelona, and Lisbon, before concluding in Kuala Lumpur on November 5.
The tour's upcoming schedule includes two sold-out nights at Croke Park in Dublin on August 22 and 23, 2026. Following these performances, the tour will proceed to Madrid, Barcelona, and Lisbon.
The Asia leg of the tour is scheduled to begin after the European dates, with the final show taking place in Kuala Lumpur on November 5, 2026. This extended run showcases the global reach of the After Hours Til Dawn tour.
