Where to find parking for Kendrick Lamar and SZA at Villa Park in Birmingham

After a career-topping month for Kendrick Lamar — with an awards sweep at the Grammys for his diss track ‘Not Like Us’ and a pot-stirring performance at the Super Bowl — he has now announced his UK tour dates for 2025 alongside SZA.

He last performed in the UK in November of 2022 at the O2 Arena in London and the AO Arena in Manchester, marking his last appearances in the UK before a brief hiatus. In 2025, Lamar is returning with performances scheduled in Glasgow, Birmingham, London, and Cardiff in July.

He’ll be playing four dates across the UK:

• 8th July 2025 - Hampden Park National Stadium in Glasgow
• 10th July 2025 - Villa Park in Birmingham
• 19th July 2025 - Principality Stadium in Cardiff
• 22nd July 2025 - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London

For more information on how to get tickets and the best ways to access Villa Park by car or public transport, read our guide to the Kendrick Lamar and SZA tour dates below: 

How to get tickets to Kendrick Lamar and SZA in Birmingham

When do tickets go on sale?

Grand National Tour tickets go on sale Friday 14th February 2025 on Ticketmaster. Some presale codes for O2 Priority members, Mastercard holders and a few other VIP groups will be released at earlier dates — make sure to check your subscriptions to see if you qualify.

We recommend getting online as early as you can that morning, since Ticketmaster’s queuing system can start adding people hours ahead of the sale time.

How much will tickets cost?

General access tickets for most tour dates are expected to be in the £100 - £400 range. But if the demand for tickets is anything like the Oasis reunion tour coming later this year, expect to have lots of resale tickets being sold for upwards of £500. 

Getting to Villa Park by car

If you’re driving to Villa Park for the concert, the stadium is located at Trinity Road, Birmingham, B6 6HE. To ensure a smooth journey, enter this postcode into your sat nav and check for any road closures or delays before setting off. Below are some of the best routes to Villa Park when driving:

• From the North (Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield): Take the M6 southbound and exit at Junction 6 (A38(M)). Follow signs for Birmingham (NE) and Villa Park, then take the A5127 (Lichfield Road) and follow directions to the stadium.
• From the South (London, Oxford, Coventry): Drive north on the M1 or M40, then join the M6 northbound. Exit at Junction 6 and follow the A5127 towards Aston.
• From the West (Wolverhampton, West Bromwich): Use the M5 southbound, then take the M6 northbound to Junction 6. Follow the A38(M) and A5127 towards Villa Park.
• From the East (Nottingham, Leicester, Derby): Take the M42 westbound to join the M6 at Junction 4. Head north and exit at Junction 6, then follow signs for the stadium.

Book a parking space for the Grand National Tour reunion in Birmingham

The simplest and most convenient option for parking for most concert-goers would be to download the JustPark app and rent a private driveway or find a secure parking space in a car park nearby. Not only will it save you time and money on the day-of, but it will also give you guaranteed access to a parking space near Villa Park and can offer flexibility that other traditional car parks can’t.

Using the JustPark app or website, you can search, find and reserve a space which should tick most of your boxes when looking for parking:

• You can search for spaces within walking distance of the stadium and get more affordable rates than local car parks or unsecured pop-up parking
• You should be able to escape the crowds more easily leaving your car in a slightly less congested area
• You can extend your parking session easily through the JustPark app if you’re facing delays getting out of the stadium crowds 
• You can have peace of mind knowing that you’ve got a guaranteed parking space upon arrival

‍Does Villa Park have an official car park?

There are some parking spaces available through the stadium’s official parking partner that can be booked ahead of time through their portal. Costs range from £20 - £45 depending on how far you’re willing to walk.  

Park nearby and take public transport to Villa Park

Parking close to Villa Park can be limited on event days, so driving directly to the stadium isn’t always the best option. Instead, consider parking further out and using Birmingham’s public transport network to complete your journey. Below are some of the best routes to help you get there smoothly.

Train & Metro Services

• Aston Station – Just a 15-minute walk from Villa Park, with regular services from Birmingham New Street.
• Witton Station – Located 5 minutes on foot from the stadium, served by trains from Birmingham New Street and surrounding areas.
• West Midlands Metro – Take the tram to St. Chads or Bull Street in central Birmingham, then connect to train services towards Aston or Witton.

Bus Services

• Route 7 – Runs from Birmingham City Centre to Perry Common, stopping near Villa Park.
• Route 11A/11C (Birmingham Outer Circle) – A convenient circular route around the city, with stops near Aston.
• Route 65 – Connects Birmingham City Centre to Perry Barr, stopping close to the stadium.

Park & ride options to consider for the day of the concert

If you're driving from outside Birmingham, consider using a Park & Ride facility and taking public transport the rest of the way. Most of these options have hourly parking starting at £2:

• From the North: Park at Sutton Coldfield Station, where trains run to Aston in around 10 minutes.
• From the South: Use Longbridge Station, with frequent services to Birmingham New Street, then transfer to a train to Aston or Witton.
• From the West: Park at Dudley Port Station, with direct trains to Birmingham New Street, then connect to local services.
• From the East: Consider Coleshill Parkway, offering quick access to Birmingham New Street before transferring to local transport.

Do you live near Villa Park? Rent out your driveway for extra income

Even if you’re not attending the concert dates yourself, you can still benefit from the surge of crowds coming into the city to see Kendrick and SZA. It’s been proven that local residents who live nearby busy sports or music venues see their annual income increase by 57% by renting out their driveways to event-goers, be it sports fans or music enthusiasts.

If you’re a homeowner in Birmingham and have a driveway with extra space, simply rent out your driveway to earn a side income and benefit those in need of car parking; it’s as easy as that. You can set your availability and pricing so you’re in full control of your space.