Imagine Dragons Set Budapest Ablaze Again: LOOM Tour Night 2 Delivers Fire, Emotion, and a Local Tribute…see more…
Budapest, Hungary — Imagine Dragons returned to Puskás Aréna on June 15, 2025, for Night 2 of their explosive LOOM World Tour, and the band once again transformed the Hungarian capital into a sea of sound, emotion, and spectacle. Though the setlist echoed the previous night’s lineup, the energy, local tributes, and the band’s trademark intimacy made the second show feel anything but repetitive.
From the moment the gates opened at 5:00 p.m., anticipation buzzed through the sold-out crowd of over 50,000 fans. Many had attended Night 1 just 24 hours earlier and returned for another round of thunderous anthems, immersive visuals, and emotional storytelling. By the time the band hit the stage at 8:30 p.m., the arena was a living, breathing organism of collective excitement.
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A Setlist Designed for Stadiums
The show opened with Fire in These Hills, the powerhouse lead single off LOOM, setting the tone with its haunting intro and urgent vocals. Frontman Dan Reynolds, dressed in all black, stalked the stage with intensity as pyrotechnics burst across the massive LED wall behind him.
This flowed seamlessly into Thunder and Bones, two tracks that always find their way into Imagine Dragons’ live performances. The opening trio established the band’s rhythmic, arena-ready energy early and kept the crowd on their feet throughout the night.
The rest of the show was a tightly crafted balance of old hits and new favorites. Fans sang along word-for-word to It’s Time, I Bet My Life, and Demons, while also embracing newer cuts from LOOM like Nice to Meet You and Take Me to the Beach. The pacing was deliberate, each song building upon the last, using layered production, shifting tempos, and vivid lighting to heighten the experience.
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A Moment for Budapest
Though the setlist matched Night 1 almost identically, it was a tribute performance during the acoustic portion of the show that made Night 2 feel truly special.
Midway through the concert, Reynolds stepped away from the flashing lights and reverb to sit on a stool at the end of the catwalk. Armed with just a guitar and a soft spotlight, he surprised the crowd by performing Budapest, the chart-topping single by Hungarian-born British artist George Ezra. The crowd erupted in delight, many fans visibly emotional as the frontman’s soft vocals filled the stadium.
“This city holds a special place in our hearts,” Reynolds said after the song. “And tonight, we just wanted to say thank you in the only way we know how—through music.”
It was a small gesture, but a powerful one—turning a global tour into something personal and local.
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Production on a Massive Scale
One of the most striking aspects of the LOOM World Tour is its scale. The stage itself stretched nearly 60 meters wide and was outfitted with five towering LED walls, a runway that jutted deep into the crowd, and enough pyrotechnics to rival a July 4th fireworks show.
Behind the scenes, the production involved over 24 semi-trucks worth of gear, a team of 80+ crew members, and a lighting setup that shifted in perfect sync with every beat and lyric. Confetti cannons exploded during Whatever It Takes and On Top of the World, while giant flames shot skyward during Believer, electrifying the atmosphere.
But amidst the grandiosity, the band maintained their characteristic vulnerability. Reynolds removed his shirt during Take Me to the Beach, a moment that showcased both his intensity and his willingness to bare himself—emotionally and physically—for the sake of connection. Between songs, he repeatedly emphasized the importance of mental health, self-love, and the message that “your life is always worth living.”
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A Fanbase That Feels Like Family
Perhaps the most compelling element of Night 2 was the overwhelming sense of unity in the crowd. Fans from Hungary, Austria, Germany, and beyond came together in a symphony of voice and emotion, holding up homemade signs, waving pride and national flags, and sharing collective tears during songs like Wrecked and Next to Me.
Though some fans had hoped for a change-up in the setlist, especially those attending both nights, most expressed contentment that the band delivered exactly what they came for: high-quality music, unforgettable visuals, and messages that resonate far beyond the concert itself.
“I came both nights, and I’d do it again tomorrow,” said one fan from Vienna. “It’s not just a concert. It’s therapy. It’s a release.”
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What’s Next for LOOM Tour
Budapest marked one of the major European highlights of the LOOM Tour, which continues across the continent before heading to North America in August. Each stop, while structured with similar setlists and visuals, adapts to its audience through subtle gestures—like the Budapest cover or Reynolds speaking in local languages.
With LOOM, Imagine Dragons are not just promoting a new album—they’re fostering community, spreading messages of hope, and elevating live music into something that feels spiritual.
As the night came to a close with the encore of Radioactive, the crowd roared, a sea of cellphone lights illuminating the dark arena like stars. And as Dan Reynolds took one final bow, he left fans with a parting message:
“Tonight, we were all one voice. Thank you, Budapest. You’ll always be a part of our story.”
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