Lil Wayne announces dates for Tha Carter VI Tour

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Jun 3, 2025

Lil Wayne reveals dates for Tha Carter VI Tour

Lil Wayne is making 2025 his year. After a relatively quiet stretch, the hip-hop legend is set to reclaim the spotlight with a long-awaited solo album and an expansive North American tour. With 34 cities on the itinerary and a new installment of the Tha Carter series on deck, fans have every reason to celebrate.

Tha Carter VI Drops June 6 — Lil Wayne’s Return to Form

It’s been nearly seven years since Tha Carter V and over five years since Lil Wayne released a solo studio album. That drought ends on Friday, June 6, with the release of Tha Carter VI. Though specific details like the tracklist and guest features remain under wraps, anticipation is sky-high.

This project marks the sixth entry in one of hip-hop’s most iconic album series. From the cultural dominance of Tha Carter III to the introspective grit of Tha Carter V, each release has represented a different chapter in Wayne’s evolution. Fans expect Tha Carter VI to do the same — a new soundscape paired with signature lyricism.

Headlining Madison Square Garden for the First Time

The album release coincides with a historic moment: Lil Wayne’s first time headlining Madison Square Garden. The June 6 show at the world-famous New York venue launches the Tha Carter VI Tour. It’s a fitting way to introduce the next chapter of his career — live, raw, and direct from the stage.

A Tour Fit for a Legend: 34 Cities, Big and Small

After MSG, Wayne will take a brief pause, allowing fans time to absorb the album. Then, on July 30, the tour officially kicks into gear in Bristow, Virginia.

From there, it’s a mix of major cities and underrated spots:

  • Major cities like Los Angeles, Atlanta, Dallas, Seattle, Phoenix, and Detroit
  • Mid-sized and smaller markets such as Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and Holmdel, New Jersey

The tour wraps up on October 2 in West Palm Beach, Florida — a full-circle moment for the Southern-born rapper.

This isn’t just a greatest hits tour or a basic album rollout. The official tour poster hints that songs from across the Tha Carter series will make the live setlist. That includes classics like “A Milli,” “Mr. Carter,” “6 Foot 7 Foot,” and possibly deep cuts longtime fans still hold close.

Guests Along for the Ride: Tyga, NoCap & More

Lil Wayne isn’t going it alone. Joining him on the road are:

  • Tyga, Young Money alum and hitmaker in his own right
  • NoCap, a melodic rapper with a growing following
  • Belly Gang Kushington, part of Wayne’s newer artist affiliations
  • The Hot Boys, the legendary group that helped launch Wayne’s career

The Hot Boys reunion will be a rare moment — expected to happen only at the Oklahoma City stop. If you’ve ever wanted to see Wayne, Juvenile, Turk, and B.G. on stage together again, that might be your one chance.

Ticket Info: Pre-Sales and Public Sale Dates

Fans who want early access can look out for the Live Nation presale starting Thursday, June 5 at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. If you miss that, the general on-sale kicks off Friday, June 6 at 10 a.m. — the same day Tha Carter VIdrops.

This combination of album release and tour announcement is sure to light up social media. Expect timelines filled with reactions, reviews, setlist breakdowns, and concert footage once the tour kicks off.

Why This Matters: Lil Wayne’s Influence Remains

Lil Wayne’s return isn’t just a nostalgia trip. It’s a reminder of his foundational role in modern hip-hop.

  • He helped launch the careers of Drake and Nicki Minaj.
  • He made mixtapes matter in the streaming era.
  • He broke records and challenged how lyricism could sound.

Now, a new generation of fans — many of whom grew up during the Tha Carter III and IV eras — will get a chance to see Wayne in his element. And he’s not slowing down.

How Tha Carter Series Shaped Hip-Hop

For new fans diving into Tha Carter VI, here’s a quick breakdown of why the series matters:

  • Tha Carter (2004): Wayne’s first major artistic shift. This album helped separate him from his boy-band image as part of the Hot Boys.
  • Tha Carter II (2005): A lyrical breakthrough. Wayne sharpened his delivery and started calling himself “the best rapper alive.”
  • Tha Carter III (2008): His magnum opus. With chart-toppers like “Lollipop” and “A Milli,” this album won a Grammy and sold over a million copies in its first week.
  • Tha Carter IV (2011): A star solidified. Though it had mixed critical reviews, it sold well and reflected Wayne’s place in hip-hop at the time.
  • Tha Carter V (2018): Long delayed, but deeply personal. Touching on mental health, legal battles, and fatherhood, it showcased Wayne’s vulnerability.

Tha Carter VI now holds the weight of legacy — a full circle for one of rap’s most complex figures.

A Tour Not to Miss

Lil Wayne isn’t just giving fans a new album. He’s giving them a full experience. With a fresh project, a stacked lineup of guests, and stops in both major cities and overlooked towns, The Carter VI Tour is shaping up to be one of the year’s biggest events in hip-hop.

If you’ve ever quoted a Wayne bar, replayed a Dedication tape, or hit rewind on “3 Peat,” this tour is for you.

Mark your calendar:

  • Album release: June 6, 2025
  • First tour show: June 6 at Madison Square Garden
  • Tour resumes: July 30 in Bristow, Virginia
  • Tour ends: October 2 in West Palm Beach, Florida