The Biggest Upcoming Concerts in the UK

Biggest names confirmed or strongly expected

Here’s a selection of major concert events lined up across the UK between late 2025 and late 2026. These are artists with large-scale tours or strong rumours behind them. Always double-check official sources closer to dates, as lineups and venues may change.

Highlighted concert events

Olivia Dean — The Art of Loving Live
23 April 2026 — OVO Hydro, Glasgow
25 April 2026 — Co-op Live, Manchester
29 April 2026 — The O₂ Arena, London
11 June 2026 — The O₂ Arena, London
 

Take That — The Circus Live Tour
29 May 2026 — St Mary’s Stadium, Southampton
4 June 2026 — Coventry Building Society Arena
9 June 2026 — Stadium of Light, Sunderland
25 June 2026 — London Stadium
1 July 2026 — Etihad Stadium, Manchester
 

Biffy Clyro — UK Tour 2026
(Following their 2026 “Futique” album release, they are set to tour arenas across the UK in early 2026)
Specific dates and venues: to be confirmed but high likelihood for cities like Glasgow, Birmingham, London, Manchester
 

JLS — The Club Is Alive: 2025 Hits Tour*
28/29 November 2025 — The O₂, London
21 November 2025 — Utilita Arena, Birmingham
15 November 2025 — Co-op Live, Manchester
6 November 2025 — OVO Hydro, Glasgow
 

Iron Maiden — Run For Your Lives World Tour (UK dates)
22 June 2025 — London Stadium, London *(within earlier leg, but extension into 2026 expected)*
30 June 2025 — OVO Hydro, Glasgow
 

Why these concerts matter

These tours represent a mix of breakout new voices (Olivia Dean), legacy bands revisiting stadium status (Take That, Iron Maiden), and established UK pop groups revisiting the spotlight (JLS). Their presence across major arenas and stadiums signals that post-pandemic live music demand is running strong. For fans, this is a roadmap to seeing both familiar and fresh stars in grand settings.
 

Tips for planning to attend

• Track official artist websites and ticketing platforms for presale windows.
• Prioritise the capital and major cities (London, Manchester, Glasgow) — dates there often sell out fastest.
• Look for multi-night runs in major venues — they often signal demand and may offer alternative ticket options.
• Be cautious of rumours until they are confirmed by promoters or venues.

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