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· By Yara Farah
Lady Gaga returns with The Mayhem Ball 2025: a whirlwind of style and music
Lady Gaga is back with The Mayhem Ball, her 2025 world tour. After a spectacular launch in the United States, the star will stop in France: Lyon on November 13 and 14, 2025 at the LDLC Arena, then Paris on November 17, 18, 20 and 22 at the Accor Arena. The Little Monsters French people will be able to discover a show that combines music, theater and spectacular staging.
A breathtaking show
The show is structured around four acts, each with its own universe:
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Act I: Of Velvet and Vice
A dramatic opening with Bloody Mary, Abracadabra, Judas / Aura and Scheibe to immediately immerse the audience in Gaga's theatrical and daring universe.
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Act II: And She Fell into a Gothic Dream
A gothic immersion with Perfect Celebrity, Disease, Paparazzi and Alejandro where the star plays with lights, costumes and the emotional intensity of his songs.
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Act III: The Beautiful Nightmare That Knows Her Name
An exploration of darkness with Killah, Zombieboy, LoveDrug and Applause combine impressive choreography and improvised piano moments that captivate the audience.
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Act IV : Every Chessboard Has Two Queens
A celebration of duality with Born This Way , Shallow, Million Reasons and Shadow of a Man, concluding with Bad Romance, the finale that has already set concerts alight at United States and Copacabana.
Each act transports spectators into a unique universe, where music, theater and visual effects combine to create an unforgettable experience.
Mayhem Style : Between Gothic and Glamour
The Mayhem Ball tour isn't just a musical show; it's also a fashion show. Lady Gaga revisits her iconic looks, blending gothic influences with haute couture. Pieces like Anton Femia and Matthew David Andrews' "Fly Witch" dress illustrate this spectacular fusion of art and fashion, as Vogue noted.
How to dress for the concert?
To attend The Mayhem Ball, dare to wear dramatic outfits and accessories. The goal is to reflect the spirit of the tour: theatrical, bold, and unique. Let your creativity run wild to create your own Little Monster look.
For a simpler yet equally committed look, you can opt for our Lady Gaga t-shirts. Stylish and comfortable, they allow Little Monsters to show their love for Gaga while staying ready to dance during the show.
Combine them with some bright accessories or gothic touches to create your own interpretation of the Mayhem Ball style.
The smashing debut in the United States and at Copacabana
The Mayhem Ball kicked off on July 16, 2025, in Las Vegas, setting the stage for an ambitious world tour that will span the United States, Europe, Australia, and conclude in Tokyo in January 2026.
And what about the Copacabana show? On May 3, Lady Gaga gathered 2.1 million Little Monsters on Rio's beach, breaking the record for the most-attended concert by a female artist. Despite a threat of an attack before the show, security forces ensured the event remained peaceful, and the performance went off without incident. The audience was captivated by the stage design, the lighting effects, and Gaga's incredible energy. Local media also highlighted the emotional intensity of the performance and the way the star managed to create a unique and direct connection with her audience.
Anecdotes not to be missed
The concerts of this first leg of the tour have already delivered some memorable moments. In the United States, Gaga improvised a few passages on the piano, offering the Little Monsters new versions of certain songs. At Copacabana, the audience was invited to participate in a unique interactive moment: each spectator received a light-up accessory, transforming the beach into a veritable sea of light. On social media, fans shared these moments en masse, making the tour hashtags viral in a matter of minutes and demonstrating how much the experience goes beyond the simple concert.
France prepares for the arrival of the Mayhem Ball
The concerts in Lyon (November 13 and 14 at the LDLC Arena) and Paris (November 17, 18, 20, and 22 at the Accor Arena) are among the most anticipated of the tour. The 90,000 available tickets sold out in just a few minutes, causing endless online queues and overloaded servers.
Since the dates were announced, excitement has been growing among the French Little Monsters. On social media, fans are already sharing their outfit ideas and preparing to make each date a total celebration. Anticipation is immense, and everything suggests that the arrival of the Mayhem Ball in France will mark one of the highlights of the world tour.
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