Sabrina Carpenter shines bright at BST Hyde Park 2025 – Mimi’s review

Sabrina Carpenter lit up BST Hyde Park with a performance that was equal parts glitter, cheek and pure pop joy. From the moment she stepped on stage, it was clear the show was going to be very Sabrina – her set design radiated personality, blending candy-coloured visuals with a retro-chic aesthetic that felt both playful and polished. It was a world built for her music and it worked beautifully.

A standout moment came during “Don’t Smile,” when Sabrina took to the skies – literally – rising over the crowd on a crane to serenade fans from above. It wasn’t just a spectacle; it was a thoughtful move to make sure those further back felt included and the roar from the audience proved just how much it worked.

Sabrina’s vocals were confident and crystal-clear throughout, effortlessly navigating her ever-growing catalogue of bops and ballads. She owned the massive Great Oak Stage in London Hyde Park with the presence of a seasoned headliner, never losing touch with the intimacy that makes her fan connection so strong.

She closed the night with an explosive performance of “Espresso,” her breakout summer anthem, timed perfectly with a cascade of fireworks lighting up the London sky. It was a euphoric finale – joyous, loud and totally her – that left no doubt: Sabrina Carpenter isn’t just playing pop star, she is one.