54 of the best concert tours in Europe this year

Europe’s music scene is about to explode with energy in 2026. More tours have been announced, more dates are being added, and it’s shaping up to be a big year for anyone who’d rather be in a crowd than on the sofa.

With over 60 major artists touring from spring to autumn, including legendary rock bands among the lineup, this is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years for concerts in Europe.

From global Billboard stars to rising singers beginning exciting new chapters in their careers, 2026 is shaping up to be an amazing year to celebrate live music. Here's everything you need to know before planning your next concert adventure.

Key takeaways

More than 60 major artists are touring Europe throughout 2026.
Discover the latest tour dates for pop, rock, hip-hop, country, K-pop, EDM and more.
Major venues include London's Wembley Stadium, Amsterdam's Ziggo Dome, Paris' Accor Arena and Berlin's Uber Arena.
Tours continue to be announced throughout the year, with new dates often added in response to audience demand.
Whether you're travelling across Europe or staying in your local area, there's no shortage of incredible live music to experience.

The year of sound: live music and tour dates across Europe in 2026

Ready to fill your calendar with unforgettable live music?

Europe's concert calendar is packed from spring through autumn, with world tours, arena shows and stadium residencies bringing together millions of fans. From intimate performances to headline spectacles, audiences can expect incredible production, world-class musicians, and unforgettable moments in some of Europe's most iconic venues.

Behind every successful concert tour is months of careful planning. Most tours begin around four to six months before the opening show, with tour managers coordinating travel, production, routing, marketing and scheduling to create a seamless experience for both performers and fans. Strategic routing helps minimise travel time while allowing artists to reach more audiences across Europe.

This year's calendar includes some of the biggest names in music. Harry Styles' returns with his Together, Together Tour, including a remarkable 12-night residency at Wembley Stadium. BTS are bringing their Arirang Tour to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July, while Bruno Mars heads to Europe with The Romantic Tour. Luke Combs will headline Wembley Stadium during his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour, Bon Jovi returns with the Forever Tour, and Ariana Grande has multiple UK performances scheduled throughout August.

Rock fans also have plenty to celebrate. Kasabian will hit the road alongside The Vaccines during autumn before launching their Nothing Better Than This Tour later in the year. Meanwhile, artists such as Metallica, Foo Fighters, Linkin Park and Evanescence continue to prove why live rock concerts remain among Europe's biggest draws.

No matter your favourite genre, one thing is simple: 2026 offers more opportunities than ever to discover new artists, reconnect with lifelong favourites, and celebrate the unique connection that only live music can create.

Last updated: Mid July 2026

Looking for your next live music experience? These tours are still to come, with performances scheduled across Europe in the months ahead.

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande - The Eternal Sunshine Tour

sab 6 giu, 20:00 • Oakland Arena Grounds, US

Ariana Grande is back on the road in 2026 with The Eternal Sunshine Tour, and it’s shaping up to be one of those “you had to be there” runs. Expect huge vocals, polished pop production, and a setlist that jumps between big singalong hits and the softer, emotional moments that hit you right in the chest. If you want a night that feels equal parts blockbuster show and group therapy with your friends, this tour is the one to watch. Expect to sing along to songs like 7 rings, thank u, next, and One Last Time.

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The Weeknd

The Weeknd: After Hours Til Dawn Tour

gio 16 lug, 20:00 • Johan Cruijff ArenA, NL

The Weeknd’s After Hours Til Dawn Tour returns in 2026 as one of the biggest live music events of the year, blending cinematic production with R&B‑driven hits from across his albums After Hours, Dawn FM and Hurry Up Tomorrow. His shows are known for sweeping visuals, heart‑pounding anthems, and a stage experience that feels electric from the first note to the last. Fans can expect a deep catalogue of chart‑toppers and emotional moments in arenas and stadiums across Europe and beyond.

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Shakira

Shakira - Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran

sab 19 set, 20:30 • ESTADIO SHAKIRA, ES

Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Madrid run is an easy add for this list: a full-scale stadium residency, huge crowd energy, and the kind of show built around massive global hits. Expect to hear songs like Hips Don’t Lie, Whenever, Wherever, and Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) live in Madrid.

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Bruno Mars

Bruno Mars – The Romantic Tour

ven 26 giu, 18:00 • Olympiastadion Berlin, DE

Bruno Mars knows how to put on a show that feels smooth, romantic, and ridiculously fun all at once. His 2026 stadium run, The Romantic Tour, is built for big hooks, big vocals, and the kind of groove that has whole sections dancing together. If you want a night that feels like a party and a singalong in one, this is the one. Expect to sing along to songs like Just the Way You Are, Locked Out of Heaven, and 24K Magic.

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Ye

Ye Live Concert

sab 6 giu, 18:00 • GelreDome, NL

Ye’s Ye Live Concert dates are built for pure spectacle: huge production, headline energy, and zero chance of the night feeling small. Expect a set that leans on songs everybody knows, like Stronger, Heartless, and Runaway.

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Robbie Williams

Robbie Williams - Düsseldorf - Merkur Spiel-Arena - Jun 6, 2026

sab 6 giu, 19:30 • Merkur Spiel-Arena, DE

Robbie Williams’ Britpop Tour is made for huge pop-rock nights, festival-sized choruses, and the kind of showmanship that turns every date into a proper spectacle. Expect big headline moments, cheeky crowd work, and songs that feel built for thousands of voices at once. If you want a 2026 concert that mixes nostalgia, charisma, and full-scale entertainment, Robbie is an easy pick. Expect to sing along to songs like Angels, Feel, and Rock DJ.

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The Neighbourhood

mar 5 mag, 20:00 • Hallenstadion, CH

The Neighbourhood’s THE WOURLD TOUR is built for moody alt-pop nights, smoky vocals, and that slow-burn atmosphere that makes every lyric feel personal. Expect a show full of dark melodies, cinematic production, and crowd-wide singalong moments from one of the most recognisable alternative bands of the 2010s. If you want a 2026 concert that feels nostalgic, emotional, and effortlessly cool, this one fits. Expect to sing along to songs like Sweater Weather, Daddy Issues, and Softcore.

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Son Mieux

mer 3 giu, 20:15 • Doornroosje, NL

Son Mieux’s 24 Hours – EU Album Tour is made for bright, emotional, feel-good indie-pop nights with big singalong moments. Expect warm brass, driving rhythms, and the kind of live energy that turns a concert into a full-room celebration. If you want a 2026 show that feels uplifting, melodic, and made for dancing with friends, this tour is an easy pick. Expect to sing along to songs like Tonight, Multicolor, and 24 Hours.

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Jools Holland & His Rhythm And Blues Orchestra

Jools Holland

sab 5 dic, 18:30 • SECC Glasgow, GB

Jools Holland & His Rhythm And Blues Orchestra’s 2026 Tour is made for joyful, full-band nights packed with boogie-woogie piano, blues, swing, ska, and proper old-school showmanship. Expect brass-heavy arrangements, quick-fire musicianship, and the kind of warm live energy that turns a seated theatre show into a room full of rhythm. If you want a concert that feels timeless, classy, and genuinely fun, this 2026 run is a strong pick. Expect to hear songs like Enjoy Yourself (It’s Later Than You Think), T-Bone Shuffle, and Peace in the Valley.

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Richard Ashcroft

gio 27 ago, 16:00 • Colchester Castle Park, GB

Richard Ashcroft’s 2026 live dates are made for big, emotional Britpop nights with anthems that still hit hard decades later. Expect sweeping vocals, festival-sized choruses, and the kind of crowd energy where every line feels like it belongs to everyone in the room. If you want a 2026 concert that blends nostalgia, soul, and proper frontman presence, this run delivers. Expect to sing along to songs like Bitter Sweet Symphony, The Drugs Don’t Work, and Lucky Man.

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Sting

Sting 3.0

mer 17 giu, 19:00 • Arena Zagreb, HR

Sting’s STING 3.0 World Tour is classy, sharp, and ridiculously good live. The songs hit with real weight, and the band keeps everything tight without losing the groove. It’s the kind of night that feels premium from the first note. Expect to sing along to songs like Fields Of Gold, Englishman In New York, and Shape Of My Heart.

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Jason Derulo

Jason Derulo - Last Dance World Tour

gio 29 gen, 18:30 • OVO Hydro, GB

Jason Derulo’s The Last Dance World Tour is a full-on pop party with zero slow moments. Expect big choruses, slick moves, and the kind of setlist that keeps the energy up from start to finish. If you want an easy win night out with your mates, this tour is perfect. Expect to sing along to songs like Want to Want Me, Talk Dirty, and Swalla.

France, Paris, 3 August

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Bon Jovi

Bon Jovi: FOREVER TOUR

ven 28 ago, 17:00 • Murrayfield](https://cdn.ticketswap.com/public/202510/bon-jovi-forever-tour-murrayfield-stadium-28-august-2026-1761200749.image.jpeg%22,%22startDate%22:%222026-08-28T17:00:00+01:00%22,%22endDate%22:null,%22country%22:%22GB%22,%22location%22:%7B%22__typename%22:%22Location%22,%22id%22:%22TG9jYXRpb246MTY3OTY=%22,%22name%22:%22Murrayfield) Stadium, GB

Bon Jovi’s Forever Tour feels like a proper “we’re really doing this” comeback moment. It’s the kind of night where you’ll be shouting the hooks before you even realise you’re doing it. If you’ve ever wanted to scream the classics with a stadium crowd, this is your sign. Expect to sing along to songs like Livin’ on a Prayer, It’s My Life, and You Give Love a Bad Name.

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Backstreet Boys

ven 25 set, 20:00 • Merkur Spiel-Arena, DE

Backstreet Boys’ Into The Millennium is glossy pop nostalgia done at full volume. You’re going for the unapologetic hits, I Want It That Way, Larger Than Life, Everybody (Backstreet’s Back), and the kind of crowd energy that makes strangers feel like old mates. If you want one “proper fun” night in 2026, this is a safe bet.

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Andrea Bocelli

mer 1 apr, 22:00 • Accor Arena, FR

Andrea Bocelli’s Romanza - 30th Anniversary World Tour is a rare kind of arena night: big voice, big emotions, and zero filler. It’s the sort of show that works whether you’re deep into classical crossover or you just want to hear Time to Say Goodbye and Vivo per lei done properly. Expect a polished, cinematic experience from first note to last.

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Die Toten Hosen

gio 28 mag, 20:00 • Alcatraz, IT

Die Toten Hosen are back on the road with Trink Aus! Wir Müssen Gehen - Tour 2026, their first major tour after a three-year break. Expect loud singalongs, full-throttle punk energy, and the kind of crowd that treats every chorus like a headline moment. Many dates are already sold out, and TicketSwap is the official ticket resale channel for the tour, giving fans a safe way to buy or pass on tickets. Expect songs like Tage wie diese, Alles aus Liebe, and Hier kommt Alexto hit hardest live.

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James Arthur

sab 31 gen, 18:30 • The SSE Arena Belfast, GB

James Arthur’s The Pisces World Tour 2026 is built for big feelings and even bigger singalongs. You’ll get the heartbreak bangers and the crowd-chorus moments: Say You Won’t Let Go, Impossible, Rewrite the Stars. If you want a show that hits you in the chest (in a good way), this is it.

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Pitbull

Pitbull I'm Back Tour 2026

mar 23 giu, 20:00 • 3Arena, SE

Pitbull’s I’m Back Tour is a guaranteed good-time booking: maximum singalongs, zero awkward gaps, and relentless “one more” energy. Expect the biggest party-starters, Give Me Everything, Time of Our Lives, Fireball , and a crowd that came to dance, not stand still. If your 2026 needs one pure-fun night, make it this.

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André Rieu

sab 9 gen 2027, 19:00 • Ziggo Dome, NL

André Rieu’s Tour 2026 is pure escapism: waltzes, showmanship, and the kind of feel-good spectacle that turns a concert into a celebration. Even if you “don’t usually listen to classical”, this one still works: it’s all melody, warmth, and a crowd that’s fully in. Expect a night that lifts your mood for days.

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James Taylor

James Taylor - Cork - The Marquee - Jul 10, 2026

ven 10 lug, 19:30 • Live at the Marquee, IE

James Taylor’s An Evening With James Taylor And His All-Star Band is the definition of a “go with someone you love” concert. It’s warm, effortless, and packed with songs you’ve known for years: Fire and Rain, You’ve Got a Friend, Carolina in My Mind. Expect a night that leaves you calmer than when you walked in.

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Evanescence

Evanescence 2026 World Tour

mar 8 set, 18:00 • First Direct Arena, GB

Evanescence’s Evanescence 2026 World Tour is for anyone who wants their live music dramatic, heavy, and properly emotional. You’re going for the goosebumps moments, Bring Me to Life, My Immortal, Going Under, with a crowd that’s all in from the first note. If you need a gig that feels like a release, this is the one.

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Charlie Puth

Charlie Puth (USA) - Whatever's Clever! World Tour

1 lug • Allas Sea Pool, FI

Charlie Puth’s Wherever’s Clever World Tour is pure pop craft, delivered with the kind of polish that makes every chorus feel bigger than the room. Expect tight vocals and slick production, with Attention, Light Switch and We Don’t Talk Anymore hitting hard live. If you want a night that’s effortless, upbeat, and properly singable, this run is it.

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Florence + The Machine

Florence + the MacHine - Everybody Scream: Uk & Eu Tour 2026

dom 8 feb, 18:00 • Hilton Birmingham Metropole, GB

Florence + The Machine’s The Everybody Scream Tour is built for big feelings, huge choruses, and that full-body rush when the drums kick in. It swings from spellbinding quiet to all-out catharsis, with Dog Days Are Over, Shake It Out and My Love soaring live. If you like your gigs dramatic, beautiful, and slightly wild, don’t miss this.

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Bring Me The Horizon

Bring Me The Horizon + Knocked Loose

mar 9 giu, 19:30 • Tauron Arena Kraków, PL

Bring Me The Horizon’s Bring Me The Horizon tour is built for full-volume release, with heavy drops and big emotional pay-offs. Expect a set that can turn on a dime, with Throne, Can You Feel My Heart and Drown detonating in the best way. If you want to leave hoarse and buzzing, lock this in.

Poland, Kraków, 9 June

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Luke Combs

Luke Combs - My Kinda Saturday Night Tour

sab 4 lug, 17:50 • Göteborg Ullevi Arena, SE

Luke Combs’ My Kinda Saturday Night Tour is built for big, feel-good country anthems and the kind of choruses you can’t help but belt out. Expect a set that’s equal parts heart and swagger, with Beer Never Broke My Heart, Forever After All and Beautiful Crazy landing perfectly live. If you want a proper stadium-style singalong, this one delivers.

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Eric Clapton

ven 24 apr, 20:00 • Ziggo Dome, NL

Eric Clapton’s European Tour 2026 is a masterclass in classic blues-rock, played by someone who still makes every note count. Expect the big moments to land hardest live, especially Tears in Heaven, Layla and Cocaine.

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Gorillaz

Gorillaz - the Mountain Tour

mer 1 apr, 18:30 • 3Arena, IE

Gorillaz’ The Mountain is a full-spectrum live show: slick visuals, big grooves, and a setlist that jumps genres without losing the plot. It’s the kind of night where the crowd sings every word, then starts dancing again two seconds later. Expect Feel Good Inc., Clint Eastwood and On Melancholy Hill to go off.

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Paul Simon

mer 15 apr, 20:01 • Uber Platz, DE

Paul Simon’s A Quiet Celebration is a rare chance to hear master songwriting delivered with real warmth and zero fuss. It’s the kind of show that feels like spending time with the songs themselves. Expect classics like Graceland, You Can Call Me Al and The Sound of Silence to hit differently live.

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Completed concert tours in 2026

Bad Bunny

Bad Bunny - DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World Tour

ven 22 mag, 20:00 • Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, ES

Bad Bunny brings pure adrenaline to the stage, and his 2026 run is set to be massive. On the Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour, he blends reggaeton, Latin trap, and big crowd moments that feel like a full-on celebration. Expect a loud singalong, heavy bass, and the kind of energy that carries you home. Expect to sing along to songs like Tití Me Preguntó, DÁKITI, and Me Porto Bonito.

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Harry Styles

Harry Styles: Together, Together

sab 23 mag, 19:30 • Johan Cruijff ArenA, NL

Harry Styles’ Together, Together stadium run looks like one of the biggest pop highlights on the 2026 calendar: huge singalong moments, major production, and two strong support picks with Robyn joining the Amsterdam shows and Shania Twain on the London dates. Expect a set packed with songs everybody knows, like As It Was, Watermelon Sugar, and Sign of the Times.

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BTS

BTS World Tour 'Arirang' in Madrid

ven 26 giu, 20:00 • Estadio Riyadh Air Metropolitano, ES

BTS’s BTS World Tour ‘Arirang’ looks like full stadium-pop precision: massive choreography, huge fan energy, and the kind of production that makes every stop feel like an event. Expect a set packed with Dynamite, Butter, and Boy With Luv.

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Doja Cat

Doja Cat - Tour Ma Vie World Tour

mar 19 mag, 18:30 • 3Arena, IE

Doja Cat’s Tour Ma Vie World Tour is loud, playful, and totally unpredictable in the best way. One minute it’s sharp rap, the next it’s full-pop hooks, with visuals that keep the energy high. If you’re after a night that feels chaotic, fun, and super danceable, this tour delivers. Expect to sing along to songs like Paint The Town Red, Say So, and Kiss Me More.

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Black Eyed Peas

BLACK EYED PEAS

mar 23 giu, 20:30 • Arènes de Nîmes, FR

Your 2026 group chat is about to get loud. Black Eyed Peas are back in Europe with a set built for hands-in-the-air chaos, and the classics still hit like it’s 2009. Ready to scream your lungs out to Boom Boom Pow, Meet me Halfway and Pump It like it's 2009 again?

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Metallica

Metallica in Athens | M72 World Tour

sab 9 mag, 19:00 • OAKA - Olympic Athletic Center of Athens, GR

Metallica’s M72 World Tour is loud, heavy, and completely unstoppable. You’re getting stadium-sized riffs, iconic choruses, and that wild “everyone’s in this together” energy that only Metallica crowds bring. If you want a night that leaves your voice gone and your brain buzzing, this is the tour to catch. Expect to sing along to songs like Enter Sandman, Nothing Else Matters, and Master of Puppets.

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A$AP Rocky

A$AP Rocky - Don't Be Dumb World Tour

gio 27 ago, 19:30 • Ziggo Dome, NL

A$AP Rocky is bringing the Don’t Be Dumb World Tour to the UK and Europe in 2026. Fans can expect bold production, cinematic visuals and a high-energy set that brings together new material and some of Rocky’s biggest tracks. With his sharp stage presence and unmistakable creative style, this tour should be a major date for hip-hop fans across Europe. The setlist is likely to include favourites such as Praise The Lord (Da Shine), L$D, Fashion Killa and Sundress, alongside songs from his latest album.

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Limp Bizkit

mar 23 giu, 18:15 • SparkassenPark Mönchengladbach, DE

Limp Bizkit’s 2026 European summer tour is made for loud, chaotic, full-throttle nu-metal nights with massive riffs, mosh-pit energy, and Fred Durst leading the crowd like it is still peak late-’90s rebellion. Expect festival fields, arena-sized noise, and the kind of set that turns every chorus into a collective shout. If you want a 2026 concert that feels messy, nostalgic, heavy, and ridiculously fun, this run is built for it. Expect to scream along to songs like Break Stuff, Rollin’ (Air Raid Vehicle), and Nookie.

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Madison Beer

dom 24 mag, 21:00 • Palacio Vistalegre Arena, ES

Madison Beer’s The Locket Tour is made for glossy pop nights, emotional vocals, and the kind of sleek production that turns heartbreak into a full arena moment. Expect a show that moves between dreamy, intimate storytelling and big, polished choruses built for a crowd that knows every word. If you want a 2026 concert that feels stylish, vulnerable, and fully pop-star ready, this tour is the one. Expect to sing along to songs like Make You Mine, Selfish, and Reckless.

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Guns N’ Roses

Guns N’ Roses - World Tour 2026

gio 4 giu, 18:00 • PreZero Arena Gliwice, PL

Guns N’ Roses’ World Tour 2026 is made for big, loud, no-holds-barred rock nights. Expect huge choruses, proper guitar solos, and that classic “everyone’s singing at the top of their lungs” feeling. If you want a show that’s pure nostalgia and raw energy at the same time, this tour delivers. Expect to sing along to songs like Sweet Child O’ Mine, Welcome to the Jungle, and November Rain.

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Foo Fighters

Foo Fighters: TAKE COVER TOUR 2026

mer 10 giu, 19:30 • Unity Arena, NO

Foo Fighters’ Take Cover Tour is made for big, loud, no-nonsense rock nights. Expect huge choruses, proper guitar grit, and that “everyone’s singing at the top of their lungs” rush. If you want a show that leaves you buzzing for days, this tour delivers. Expect to sing along to songs like Everlong, The Pretender, and Best of You.

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Katy Perry

mer 24 giu, 17:00 • Malahide Castle - Co. Dublin, D, IE

Katy Perry’s The Lifetimes Tour is pure pop escapism. Expect big hooks, bold visuals, and the kind of show that turns a normal night into a proper memory. If you want easy fun with maximum sparkle, this is the one. Expect to sing along to songs like Roar, Firework, and Dark Horse.

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Olivia Dean

sab 2 mag, 18:30 • The O2 Arena, GB

Olivia Dean’s The Art of Loving Live is warm, soulful, and quietly powerful. Her voice cuts through in the best way, and the songs feel even more personal in a room full of people. Go if you want a gig that leaves you lighter than you arrived. Expect to sing along to songs like Man I Need, The Hardest Part, and Nice To Each Other.

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Rod Stewart

lun 27 apr, 19:30 • Oslo Spektrum, NO

Rod Stewart’s One Last Time tour feels like a proper “we’re really doing this” moment. Expect the big heart-on-sleeve classics, the cheeky charisma, and a crowd singing like they’ve waited years for this. If you’ve ever wanted to belt out the hits with thousands of people, this is your chance. Expect to sing along to songs like Maggie May, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?, and Sailing.a

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Iron Maiden

Lör 19:00 Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition

sab 9 mag, 19:00 • Folkets Hus Boden, SE

Iron Maiden’s Run For Your Lives tour is your sign to go full metal and not overthink it. It’s loud, theatrical, and ridiculously satisfying live, with moments that feel like you’re inside a legend. If you want a night that resets your soul through sheer volume, this is the one. Expect to sing along to songs like The Trooper, Run to the Hills, and Fear of the Dark.

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Def Leppard

sab 13 giu, 21:00 • Dalhalla, SE

Def Leppard on the Def Leppard tour is your excuse to go full arena-rock and not feel guilty about it. Expect monster choruses, big guitar moments, and that “how do I know every word?” rush. This is the kind of gig you leave hoarse from, in the best way. Expect to sing along to songs like Pour Some Sugar On Me, Hysteria, and Photograph.

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Linkin Park

LINKIN PARK - From Zero World Tour 2026

ven 29 mag, 19:30 • 3Arena, SE

Linkin Park’s From Zero World Tour is the full-body reset you’ve been waiting for. Expect a set built for shouting every word, from In the End to Numb to Bleed It Out. If 2026 needs one “drop everything” gig, it’s this.

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Zach Bryan

Zach Bryan - With Heaven On Tour

mer 27 mag, 21:00 • Plaza de toros Illumbe, ES

Zach Bryan’s With Heaven On Tour is built for people who like their live music honest and loud. Think huge choruses, raw storytelling, and a crowd that knows every line: Something in the Orange, Oklahoma Smokeshow, I Remember Everything. If you want a 2026 gig that feels personal even in a big room, this is it.

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RÜFÜS DU SOL

RÜFÜS DU SOL EUROPE '26

mer 22 apr, 20:00 • PSD Bank Dome, DE

RÜFÜS DU SOL’s EUROPE ’26 run is the immersive, lights-down kind of live show that makes you forget your phone exists. Expect big builds, clean drops, and a crowd locked in: Innerbloom, Treat You Better, Alive. If you want electronic music that feels cinematic, book this one.

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Tame Impala

Tame Impala - Deadbeat Tour

ven 1 mag, 19:00 • PSD Bank Dome, DE

Tame Impala’s Deadbeat Tour is a full-sensory trip: huge synths, silky grooves, and visuals that make everything feel slightly unreal (in the best way). Expect the big crowd-stoppers like The Less I Know the Better, Feels Like We Only Go Backwards and Let It Happen. If you want a gig that feels like stepping into a different headspace, this is the one.

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Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams - Lüneburg - Theater Lüneburg - Jun 12, 2026

ven 12 giu, 20:00 • Theater Lüneburg - Studio T.NT (Treffpunkt.Ne..., DE

Bryan Adams’ Roll With The Punches run is straight-up arena rock comfort food: big choruses, big guitars, and a crowd that’s ready to belt every line. You’re going for classics like Summer of ’69, (Everything I Do) I Do It for You, and Run to You.

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System of a Down

System Of A Down

lun 29 giu, 18:30 • Strawberry Arena, SE

System of a Down’s 2026 UK and European stadium tour is pure release: heavy, fast, and completely unfiltered. This is the place for Chop Suey!, Toxicity, and B.Y.O.B. at maximum volume, with a crowd that shows up to explode. If you want one gig that feels like a reset button, it’s this.

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OneRepublic

One Republic

sab 20 giu, 21:00 • Palacio Vistalegre Arena, ES

OneRepublic’s From Europe, With Love is made for big open-air singalongs and “wait, I know every word” moments. You’ll get the hits that always land: Counting Stars, Apologise, I Ain’t Worried , with a set built to keep the energy up all night. This is a simple, high-reward booking.

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The Lumineers

mer 24 giu, 18:30 • The SSE Arena Belfast, GB

The Lumineers’ The Automatic World Tour is made for shout-along choruses and that warm, communal feeling you only get at a proper live show. Expect the big emotional hits: Ho Hey, Ophelia, Cleopatra, plus plenty of hands-in-the-air moments. This one’s an easy “bring your friends” pick.

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Mumford & Sons

Mumford & Sons - Prizefighter Tour

mer 1 lug, 18:00 • Stadspark, NL

Mumford & Sons’ Prizefighter Tour is built for big, cathartic singalongs and the kind of lift you feel in your chest when the banjo kicks in. Expect a set that swings from intimate to explosive, with classics like I Will Wait, Little Lion Man and The Cave hitting hard live. If you want folk-rock with real momentum, this is your night.

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Raye

RAYE - THIS TOUR MAY CONTAIN NEW MUSIC

gio 22 gen, 18:00 • Atlas Arena, PL

RAYE’s THIS TOUR MAY CONTAIN NEW MUSIC is for anyone who wants pop with edge, soul, and proper emotional punch. Expect bold vocals and immaculate songwriting, with Escapism., Prada and Worth It. hitting like headlines live. If you like your nights messy in the best way, book it.

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Kesha

Kesha - Berlin - Uber Eats Music Hall - Mar 4, 2026

mer 4 mar, 19:00 • Uber Eats Music Hall, DE

Kesha’s The Tits Out Tour is a full permission slip: big pop chaos, zero shame, and a setlist that swings from party to power without losing momentum. You’ll get the scream-it moments (TiK ToK, We R Who We R) and the goosebumps (Praying). Go if you want a night that feels like freedom.

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Planning your concert tour experience in Europe

Whether you're travelling across countries or staying close to your local area, a little planning goes a long way. Concert ticket prices vary by artist, venue size, seating options and demand, so booking early or setting a Ticket Alert can help you secure tickets at a fair price.

Many venues welcome attendees aged 16 and over, although age restrictions vary depending on the event and venue. If you're planning a special night out, many concerts also offer VIP packages, which can include early entry, exclusive viewing areas, premium hospitality or limited-edition merchandise.

Concerts often become the highlight of a city during the summer months, with major events taking place throughout June, July, August, October and November. Whether you're seeing a global superstar or discovering a new singer at the beginning of their career, every show creates a unique connection between performers and audiences.

What happens behind every successful concert tour?

A concert tour is far more than a list of dates. Months before the first performance, tour managers begin organising travel, venues, technical production, accommodation, staffing and equipment. Most international tours are planned four to six months in advance, although stadium productions often take even longer.

Strategic routing is one of the most important parts of tour planning. Visiting nearby cities in the right order helps reduce travel costs, minimise crew fatigue and maximise revenue throughout the tour. Tour organisers also use performance data to reflect on which cities generated the strongest attendance and merchandise sales. These data points are helpful when deciding where future tours should stop, helping artists build stronger connections with fans while improving the overall service for concert-goers. At the same time, detailed budgeting ensures transport, production, staffing, accommodation and marketing costs stay under control.

Marketing also plays a major role in ticket sales. Artists and promoters use social media campaigns, local promotions, media interviews and fan communities to build excitement before tickets go on sale. Merchandise teams manage daily sales during the tour, while organisers analyse ticket sales, audience feedback and financial performance after the final show to measure the tour's success and improve future events.

Behind every unforgettable concert is a huge team working together to create an amazing experience from the opening night to the final encore.

Why concerts in Europe need to be on your bucket list for 2026

You want live music. You want unforgettable nights with friends, massive stages, and songs that hit differently when you hear them live.

This is your year to catch the world’s biggest artists and discover new favourites on stages across Europe: whether you’re dancing under the lights in Amsterdam, losing your voice in Berlin, or catching a headline show in a city you’ve never visited before.

Want to turn those trips into full weekends away?

Check out our festival guides too: Best festivals in Europe, Best festivals in Spain, Best festivals in Belgium and Best festivals in The Netherlands.

Already know your sound?

Jump to our genre guides: Best EDM festivals, Best techno festivals, and Best rock festivals.

Got your 2026 gig calendar in mind?

With TicketSwap, you can safely buy and sell tickets for the biggest concerts and the nights you’ll be talking about for years. Set a ticket alert when your favourite event sells out, and don’t miss the next drop: download the app and grab your tickets in a few taps.

Whether you're planning your first tour across Europe's biggest concert destinations or simply heading to one unforgettable show, we're delighted to help you discover live music worth travelling for. Every concert creates memories that commemorate a special moment, and every new announcement is another reason to keep your calendar open.

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FAQs

What are the biggest concert tours in Europe in 2026?

Some of the biggest concert tours this year include Harry Styles' Together, Together Tour, BTS' Arirang Tour, Bruno Mars' The Romantic Tour, Bon Jovi's Forever Tour, Luke Combs' My Kinda Saturday Night Tour,Ariana Grande's Eternal Sunshine Tour, Metallica's M72 World Tour, and The Weeknd's After Hours Til Dawn Tour. Europe continues to attract many of the world's biggest musicians across pop, rock, hip-hop, country and K-pop.

How much do concert tickets cost?

Concert ticket prices vary depending on the artist, venue, city, seating category and demand. Stadium concerts generally offer a wider range of prices than smaller venues, while VIP experiences typically cost more than standard admission.

Are VIP concert packages worth it?

VIP packages often include benefits such as early venue entry, premium seating or standing areas, exclusive merchandise, hospitality and other extras. Whether they're worth it depends on the experience you're looking for and your budget.

What age do you have to be to attend a concert?

Many concerts across Europe allow attendees aged 16 and over, although age restrictions vary by artist, venue and local regulations. Always check the event details before buying tickets.

How far in advance are concert tours planned?

Most concert tours begin planning around four to six months before the first performance. Larger stadium tours may require considerably longer to organise because of production, staffing, transport and venue scheduling.

What is the Unraveled Tour?

The Unraveled Tour is one of many tour names fans may search for when looking for upcoming concerts. If new European dates are announced, we'll update this guide with the latest tour information, venues and ticket availability as part of our regular coverage.

When are The Pussycat Dolls touring the UK?

The Pussycat Dolls are scheduled to tour the UK between 29 September and 13 October 2026, bringing their biggest hits back to audiences across several cities.

How can I buy sold-out concert tickets safely?

If a concert is sold out, TicketSwap lets fans securely buy and sell tickets with other fans.

What makes Europe one of the best places for live music?

Europe offers an incredible variety of venues, festivals and concert tours every year. From intimate theatres to iconic stadiums, fans can experience performances from established legends, exciting new artists and internationally recognised Billboard chart-toppers across dozens of countries.