'Weird Al' Yankovic Sells Out Madison Square Garden Debut

On July 12, 2025, “Weird Al” Yankovic performed at Madison Square Garden for the first time, marking a major milestone in his over 40-year career. The sold-out Bigger & Weirder tour show featured many of his classic parodies such as “Tacky,” “Smells Like Nirvana,” “Fat,” and “Amish Paradise,” alongside new songs and style parodies, supported by a larger band than usual. Yankovic emotionally acknowledged the significance of playing the iconic venue, joking that he needs 149 more shows to tie Billy Joel’s record at MSG. The concert included theatrical costume changes, video interludes, and a Star Wars-themed encore, delighting fans of all ages, including celebrity attendees like Daniel Radcliffe. Despite no new parodies since 2014, Yankovic’s popularity has surged due to the 2022 biopic Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, and the show attracted multiple generations of fans. The Bigger & Weirder tour continues through September 2025, offering more opportunities to experience his unique blend of comedy and music.