Drake Announces 'The Anita Max Win Tour' in Australia and New Zealand 2025

Drake, the renowned Canadian rapper, is set to make a highly anticipated return to Australia and New Zealand in 2025 with his tour titled "The Anita Max Win Tour." This marks his first performance in the region since 2017, and fans are eagerly awaiting his arrival. The announcement was made on Thursday, November 28, revealing a seven-date tour that will include stops in major cities such as Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Auckland.

The tour is scheduled to kick off on February 9, 2025, with two nights at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena, and it will conclude on March 1 in Auckland’s Spark Arena. Tickets for the tour will be available for presale starting December 3, with general sales opening on December 6 at 12 p.m. local time. This is an exciting opportunity for fans who have been waiting for Drake to return to their shores.

The name of the tour, "The Anita Max Win Tour," is inspired by a viral livestream moment from December 2023, where Drake introduced his playful alter ego, Anita Max Win. This name is derived from a gambling term that refers to hitting the biggest jackpot. During a recent livestream with popular gaming streamer xQc, Drake confirmed his return, stating, "I’m coming back to Australia for the first time in eight years...February 9th in Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast — it’s happening."

Fans are buzzing with excitement, especially since the start of Drake’s tour coincides with Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show on February 9. The two rap icons have been engaged in a heated rivalry throughout 2024, exchanging lyrical jabs in tracks like Lamar’s "Not Like Us" and Drake’s "Push Ups." With Lamar recently releasing a surprise album and Drake hinting at a collaborative project with PARTYNEXTDOOR, the atmosphere surrounding their upcoming performances is charged with anticipation.

Drake last toured Australia during his "Boy Meets World Tour" in 2017, making this upcoming tour a must-see event for fans in the region. The excitement surrounding this tour is palpable, and it promises to be a memorable experience for all attendees. As the dates draw closer, fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early to avoid missing out on what is sure to be an unforgettable series of concerts.