The music icons will perform at Citi Field this summer
Billy Joel and Sting – two of the most renowned recording artists in history—announce a one-night-only performance at Citi Field in Queens, NY, on Thursday, August 21, 2025. The iconic musicians will each perform their most beloved songs from throughout their illustrious careers. The spectacular show promises to be an unforgettable evening of live music.
Billy Joel will be making his first concert appearance at Citi Field after headlining the final two concerts at Shea Stadium in 2008. Sting will also be making his first appearance at Citi Field. As a member of The Police, Sting performed at Shea Stadium on August 18, 1983.
“We’re thrilled to host Billy Joel and Sting at Citi Field this summer as part of our ongoing concert lineup for 2025,” said Mets VP of Events Nikki Romolo. “Throughout Mets history, there’s always been a special connection with Billy Joel and the Mets. From closing Shea Stadium with the two final concerts in 2008, performing the “Star Spangled Banner” before the 2015 World Series, to “Piano Man” echoing throughout Citi Field regularly during games. We’re looking forward to welcoming this native New Yorker home for his first concert at Citi Field.”
Tickets will go on sale on Friday, February 14 at 10 AM EDT. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning on Monday, February 10 at 10 AM EDT until Thursday, February 13 at 10 PM EDT through the Citi Entertainment program.
This isn’t Billy Joel’s only stadium show in New York this summer. As previously announced, Billy is teaming up with fellow Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Rod Stewart on Friday, July 18 at the storied Yankee Stadium. Tickets for the gig are on sale now.
Nearly a year ago, Billy Joel released his first piece of new music in nearly two decades. The single, “Turn the Lights Back On,” arrived 17 years after his last song. It was produced by Freddy Wrexler (Celine Dion, Kanye West, Lil Wayne). Stream the official lyric video HERE.
Joel’s latest track “Turn the Lights Back On” is available for streaming, and as a 7-inch vinyl single. Additionally, Billy has curated a special merchandise line for the release. The collection includes several t-shirts, hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, a beanie, and more. Browse the entire collection below.
Billy Joel’s last contemporary album was 1993’s River of Dreams. The record hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200. In 2001, Joel released Fantasies & Delusions, an LP of classical compositions. In February of 2007, Billy released a new song, “All My Life.” He followed it up with the holiday single, “Christmas in Fallujah,” that December.
Last summer, Billy Joel wrapped up his iconic Madison Square Garden residency. The unprecedented run, which launched in December of 2013, concluded on July 25, 2024. The final performance was the 104th of Joel’s residency, and his 150th lifetime performance at the World’s Most Famous Arena.
Billy Joel played his first show at Madison Square Garden on December 14, 1978.
“I’m kind of flabbergasted that it lasted as long as it did,” Joel said at conference at The Garden when the final run of shows was initially announced. “My team tells me that we could continue to sell tickets, but 10 years, 150 shows — all right already!”
“There’s only one thing that’s more New York than Billy Joel, and that’s a Billy Joel concert at MSG,” New York City Mayor Eric Adams stated. Adams joined Joel and MSG Entertainment CEO James L. Dolan to announce the end of the residency. “Billy Joel’s franchise run has made history — not only for Madison Square Garden, but also for the music industry overall,” Dolan added.
While his residency at The Garden is ending, a representative for Joel confirmed that he is not retiring.
According to Pollstar, Joel’s MSG residency has seen him perform for nearly 1.7 million people through 89 shows. The run has sold $207 million in tickets. By the time the final show rolls around, the residency will have grossed over $250 million.
Throughout his run at The Garden, Joel brought out several special guests to perform with him including Bruce Springsteen, Tony Bennett, John Mellencamp, Foreigner’s Mick Jones and Lou Gramm, John Fogerty, AC/DC’s Brian Johnson, and Aerosmith, among others.
As one of the world’s most distinctive solo artists, Sting has received an additional 11 Grammy Awards, two Brits, a Golden Globe, an Emmy, four Oscar nominations (including 2017’s nomination for “The Empty Chair” from JIM: THE JAMES FOLEY STORY), a TONY nomination, Billboard Magazine’s Century Award, and MusiCares 2004 Person of the Year. Also a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, he has received the Kennedy Center Honors, The American Music Award of Merit and The Polar Music Prize. Sting has been awarded Honorary Doctorates of Music by the University of Northumbria (1992), Berklee College of Music (1994), University of Newcastle upon Tyne (2006) and Brown University at its 250th Commencement ceremony (2018).
Throughout his illustrious career, Sting has sold over 100 million albums from his combined work with The Police and as a solo artist.
Sting, managed by Martin Kierszenbaum/Cherrytree Music Company, is shaking things up with his “STING 3.0″ World Tour. Joined by virtuoso guitarist and longtime collaborator, Dominic Miller, and dynamic drummer Chris Maas (Mumford & Sons, Maggie Rogers), the power trio perform the most electrifying hits and rarities from Sting’s timeless discography. The “STING 3.0” Tour represents a new dynamic era showcasing selections from his vast catalog through the urgent lens of a tight three-piece combo and inspired his new song, “I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)”- mixed by 4-time Grammy Award-winning mix engineer Robert Orton – released on Cherrytree Music Company/Interscope Records.
Tickets will be available HERE