The biggest tours to look forward to in 2023 and beyond

There are still some huge shows to come across the UK

Diana Ross / Shania Twain / Rick Astley
Author: Hazel Scott and Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 23rd Aug 2023
Last updated 8th Apr 2024

Over the coming months we'll see some fantastic artists on tour, who gave us huge hits in the 70s, 80s and 90s. Find out which of your favourite artists and bands are touring the UK in 2023 with our handy guide.

You can expect the likes of Madness, Shania Twain, Madonna and Cliff Richard to be heading out on tour, with legendary artists such as Rick Astley and Eric Clapton touring in 2024. There's also still time to see the hugely popular 'ABBA Voyage' performance in London with shows now extended to 2026!

See which music tours are coming to the UK in 2023:

ABBA - 'ABBA Voyage'

ABBA's virtual tour 'ABBA Voyage' started in May 2022. The tour sees the ABBA avatars accompanied by a 10-piece live band, all taking place in a custom-built arena at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London.


The shows were due to run until October 2022, but due popular demand from fans, they will now run until 2026.

Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton has announced several dates for May 2024. The singer will perform in Newcastle, Liverpool, Birmingham and Dublin before culminating with two nights at London's world-famous Royal Albert Hall.

Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams has announced six dates in the UK for May 2024. His tour includes three nights in London, at the Royal Albert Hall, where he will perform his hit 1996 album '18 til I Die' in full alongside other hits from his distinguished back catalogue.


Bryan Adams' second night will see him shine the spotlight on 1984 album 'Reckless', before he brings the residency to a close on the Wednesday with a performance of his latest album, 2022's 'So Happy It Hurts,' alongside other tracks.

The Eagles

The Eagles have announced they will be performing three nights at the brand new music venue in Manchester, Co-op Live Arena. The band will be in the UK for three nights in May and June 2024.

Madness

Madness, the band behind 'One Step Beyond' and 'Our House' have announced they'll be going on tour in 2024 for a 19-date summer tour - with dates running from June to August.

Pet Shop Boys

Pet Shop Boys have announced an extension to their 'Dreamworld – The Greatest Hits Live' tour with June 2024 dates. They will be performing in Glasgow, Nottingham, Birmingham, Manchester and Belfast.

Nile Rodgers & Chic

Nile Rodgers & Chic have announced a summer tour, due to take place in June and July 2024, supported by Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Deco.

ZZ Top

ZZ Top announce first UK show in five years, the show will take place at London OVO Arena Wembley on Thursday 11th July 2024.

Texas

Texas have added an extra date to their UK arena tour due to phenomenal demand. Sharleen Spiteri and co. will now kick off their tour with a newly announced show at London's The O2 on 5th September 2024.

Janet Jackson

Janet Jackson has announced four UK dates for her 'Together Again 2024 tour', in September and October. The singer will welcome special guest Wyclef Jean at all dates except for London, which has not yet been announced.

Paul Carrack

Paul Carrack announced a tour for 2024 just days after finishing his 2023 tour dates. Paul's 2024 'How Long Tour' - which celebrates 50 years since the release of his best-known song of the same name - will see him perform 20 shows throughout September and October 2024.

Adam Ant

Adam Ant has announced 17 dates for a tour in October and November 2024. The singer had 22 hit singles and won the first BRIT Award!

Hue and Cry

Hue and Cry have announced their 40th anniversary tour will take place in October and November 2024. The band, consisting of brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane, are best-known for their hits 'Labour of Love' and 'Looking For Linda'.

Squeeze

Squeeze have announced a huge tour taking place in October and November 2024 to celebrate their 50th anniversary.

The Corrs

The Corrs will be going on tour in November 2024 with special guest, Natalie Imbruglia. The siblings will be taking to the road in November 2024, starting their tour in Belfast, before travelling across the UK and Ireland and ending in Sheffield on 18th November.

Lightning Seeds

Liverpudlian serial hitmakers the Lightning Seeds will celebrate their 35th anniversary in 2024 with an extensive UK & Ireland tour. The tour will take place across November and December 2024.

The Human League

The Human League, Philip Oakey, Joanne Catherall and Susan Anne Sulley, will perform eight huge arena shows in the run-up to Christmas 2024 on the 'Generations 2024 tour'. They will be supported on all dates by Sophie Ellis-Bextor and T'Pau.

Wet Wet Wet with special guest Heather Small - 2025

Wet Wet Wet have announced they will be going on touch in 2025 with special guest Heather Small. The band will be touring in January, February and October 2025.

Jason Donovan - 2025

Jason Donovan has announced a huge tour for 2025 to celebrate 35 years in entertainment. Shows begin in February 2025, running through to the end of March.

Mike + The Mechanics - 2025

Mike + The Mechanics have announced their 'Looking Back - Living The Years 2025 Tour', performing across the country in March and April 2025, including dates in Glasgow, Aberdeen, Manchester, Sheffield, and Birmingham, before finishing in London at the Royal Albert Hall.

Gabrielle - 2025

Gabrielle has announced a tour for 2025 called 'A Place In Your Heart'. The singer will be playing 10 UK dates, starting in Glasgow on 2nd April 2025, playing at locations such as Newcastle, Birmingham, Manchester, and more before ending in Bournemouth on 19th April 2025.

Simply Red - 2025

Simply Red have announced they will be going on tour to celebrate their 40th anniversary in 2025. The band will be performing 12 gigs in September and October 2025.

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