Hozier Concludes Landmark Stadium Show at Hersheypark Stadium

Hozier closed out his Unreal Unearth Tour with a sold-out date at Hersheypark Stadium in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on September 19, 2025, delivering a powerhouse set of fan favorites and deep cuts.

The Irish singer-songwriter’s first stadium headlining performance marks a milestone in his live career, underscoring the widespread appeal of his acclaimed 2023 album Unreal Unearth and its companion EPs. Tonight’s show capped a North American trek that drew over one million attendees across 83 dates.

Tour Finale and Stellar Attendance

  • Venue: Hersheypark Stadium, Hershey, PA
  • Date & Time: September 19, 2025, 8:00 PM
  • Attendance: Sold-out crowd (over 20,000 seats)
  • Significance: First stadium headline for Hozier’s Unreal Unearth Tour, drawing record-breaking demand

Dynamic Setlist and Special Guests

Hozier treated fans to an emotionally charged two-hour performance, featuring:

  • Opening acts by Gigi Perez and Amble, who warmed up the crowd with folk-infused sets.
  • A 20-song main set including:
    • “Too Sweet” and “De Selby (Part 2)” from Unreal Unearth
    • Fan classics “Take Me to Church,” “Jackie and Wilson,” and “From Eden”
  • Encore highlights: A stripped-down acoustic rendition of “Cherry Wine” and a triumphant closing with “Take Me to Church,” eliciting thunderous applause.

Production and Stagecraft

  • Immersive lighting design and large-scale video backdrops synchronized with the album’s ethereal themes.
  • Expanded band lineup featuring additional backing vocalists and a horn section, elevating key tracks with lush arrangements.
  • Brief interludes between songs, where Hozier shared reflections on the ten-year journey since his debut, creating an intimate rapport with the audience.

Background: Unreal Unearth Tour Success

Launched in 2023 in support of Unreal Unearth, Hozier’s tour has spanned amphitheaters, festivals, and now stadiums across North America. The trek included headline slots at Governors Ball, Bonnaroo, and Summerfest, before culminating with tonight’s historic stadium date in Hershey.

  • For ticketing information on future Hozier dates, visit the artist’s official website.