
Kirk Franklin The World Tour New Zealand & Australian debut shows announced for December 2025
The Award-winning American gospel artist will tour Australasia for the first time
MELBOURNE (JULY 7 2025): Today, 20-time GRAMMY® Award-winning gospel artist Kirk Franklin announced his debut tour of New Zealand and Australia this December.
Kirk Franklin’s The World Tour of Australasia commences in Christchurch on December 10, followed by dates in Wellington on December 12 and Auckland, December 13 before crossing the Tasman for four Australian shows in Sydney on December 15, Melbourne, December 16, Brisbane December 18, finishing in Perth on December 19.
Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets in New Zealand and Australia. Mastercard Presale starts Wednesday, July 9 at 12pm, and ends Friday, July 11 at 12pm. Plus, preferred ticket access to some of the best tickets are available from Monday, July 14 at 1pm. Check out priceless.com/music for details.
My Live Nation members can secure tickets during the exclusive pre-sale commencing Friday, July 11 at 1pm, concluding on Monday, July 14 at 12pm.
General public tickets on sale Monday, July 14 at 1pm. All times are local.
For complete tour, ticket and VIP information, visit: livenation.com.au and livenation.co.nz
For over three decades, Kirk Franklin has been a transformative force in contemporary Gospel Music, masterfully blending Gospel, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Pop to create a unique and enduring sound that resonates across generations. Known as one of the most impactful and innovative figures in modern music, Franklin continues to expand the reach of Gospel, redefining its place in mainstream culture.
In October 2023, Franklin released his critically acclaimed album Father’s Day (Fo Yo Soul/RCA), featuring the #1 hit single “All Things,” which earned him his 20th GRAMMY at the 2024 ceremony for Best Gospel Performance/Song. In 2025, he followed up with the soul-stirring new single “Do It Again,” which has quickly connected with audiences, reinforcing his ability to deliver timely and timeless messages through music.
Kirk Franklin remains a trailblazer whose impact transcends music. Whether on stage, in the studio, or through storytelling, he continues to inspire millions with a message rooted in faith, love, and resilience.
KIRK FRANKLIN
THE WORLD TOUR
NEW ZEALAND AND AUSTRALIA 2025
CHRISTCHURCH TOWN HALL, CHRISTCHURCH
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10
MICHAEL FOWLER CENTRE, WELLINGTON
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12
THE CIVIC, AUCKLAND
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13
ON THE STEPS AT SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE FORECOURT, SYDNEY
MONDAY, DECEMBER 15
PALAIS THEATRE, MELBOURNE
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16
FORTITUDE MUSICAL HALL, BRISBANE
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18
RIVERSIDE THEATRE, PERTH
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19
TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY, JULY 14 at 1pm
Mastercard presale Weds, July 9 at 12pm until Fri, July 11 at 12pm
Live Nation pre-sale: Fri, July 11 at 1pm until Mon, July 14 at 12pm
For complete tour, ticket and VIP information, visit: livenation.com.au and livenation.co.nz
Notes to editors
For all NZ tour-related enquiries, contact:
Bridget de Launay
For all AU tour-related enquiries, contact:
Nicole Hart
For all Live Nation-related enquiries, contact:
Lia Kent Mackillop