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POP MUsic GUIDE
2026 promises some of the biggest pop shows and tours the UK has to offer. Whether you’re eagerly anticipating a massive stadium tour from your favorite chart-topping artist or excited to discover the next breakout star, our 2026 Pop Music Concert Guide has you covered. We’ll take you through the most anticipated pop music tours, the hottest upcoming shows, and insider tips on how to secure your tickets to these must-see events. From iconic headliners to rising stars, the world of live pop music is brimming with talent and energy—so let’s get you closer to the concert experience you’ve been waiting for.
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Just announced
Fresh off the press and straight to the stage. Just announced pop tours are where brand‑new live dates land first — from surprise tour drops and newly revealed UK shows to extra dates added due to demand. If you like being early, planning ahead or locking in tickets before the rush, this is your moment. Fans searching for newly announced pop concerts, upcoming pop tours or the latest pop tickets will find the newest live opportunities right here — before they hit everyone else’s radar.
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Headliners
Chaka Khan, Simple Minds , The Script , Level 42
Radio 2 in the Park is BBC Radio 2’s flagship live music event, hosting some of the world’s most-loved pop stars in a different UK city for three days of incredible live music
BINI: SIGNALS WORLD TOUR heads to London this September.
Global Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh is bringing the AURA World Tour to London, Birmingham & Manchester this September.
Freya Ridings announces a major UK tour this Autumn.
Hilary Duff is heading back to the stage with The Lucky Me Tour, hitting arenas across the UK this September — this is quite literally What Dreams Are Made Of.
Brighton-based alternative musician & multidisciplinary creative James Marriott has announced a headline show at London’s O2 Academy Brixton, set for Thu 17 Sep.
KATSEYE hit the UK this September with THE WILDWORLD TOUR.
2026 is set to mark a big return for Melanie Martinez, as she tours this November. She has also announced her fourth album Hades with singles ‘POSSESSION’ and ‘DISNEY PRINCESS’.
Shakira arrives in Madrid for her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran – Residencia Europea this September and October. Blending chart-topping anthems, dynamic visuals and her signature stage presence.
TRENDING POP Shows
These are the pop shows blowing up right now — the ones popping up on your feed, selling out fast and getting everyone talking. From viral moments turning into must‑see gigs to artists riding serious chart and social buzz, this is where pop is happening right now. If you’re searching for trending pop concerts, popular pop gigs or the hottest shows in the UK, consider this your shortcut. Blink and you’ll miss them — these are the pop events moving quickest, with tickets disappearing just as fast as they appear.
The Neighbourhood
ABBA Voyage
beabadoobee
Tyla
Pussycat Dolls
Westlife
Pop Royalty
Pop royalty celebrates the icons who have shaped pop music across generations, delivering some of the biggest tours, most recognisable songs and unforgettable live moments in music history. From chart‑defining solo artists to era‑defining groups, pop royalty concerts attract fans of all ages, filling arenas, stadiums and landmark outdoor venues across the UK. Fans searching for legendary pop artists on tour, classic pop concerts or pop icons live will find must‑see shows that blend nostalgia with world‑class production. Whether revisiting timeless hits or experiencing a career‑spanning live set, pop royalty concerts showcase pop music at its most enduring and spectacular.
Robbie Williams
Boyzlife
Duran Duran
Hilary Duff
Anastacia
Pussycat Dolls
Westlife
ABBA Voyage
Electropop
Electropop combines sleek electronic production with catchy pop songwriting, creating a genre that thrives both on streaming playlists and live stages. From synth‑driven anthems to forward‑thinking alt‑pop, electropop artists regularly headline festivals, academies and arenas across the UK. Fans searching for electropop concerts, electronic pop tours or synth‑pop gigs will find artists pushing pop music in bold new directions. Whether you love dancefloor‑ready hits or experimental pop performances, electropop concerts offer immersive live experiences powered by sound, visuals and fearless creativity.
Midge Ure
Country pop
Country pop blends the storytelling of country music with the catchy melodies and production of mainstream pop, creating crossover hits that resonate far beyond Nashville. In the UK, country pop concerts continue to grow in popularity, with artists touring arenas, theatres and major festivals. Fans searching for country pop gigs or country pop tours can expect emotional lyrics, big choruses and crowd‑connecting live performances. Whether you’re a lifelong country fan or reveals discovering the genre through pop, country pop concerts offer a warm, communal live music experience.
Megan Moroney
The Shires
Tenille Townes
Noah Kahan
2026 Outdoor shows
Pop icon Anastacia has announced her #NTK 2026 UK tour, set to take place in September 2026 plus outdoor shows this Summer
Headliners
Chaka Khan, Simple Minds , The Script , Level 42
Radio 2 in the Park is BBC Radio 2’s flagship live music event, hosting some of the world’s most-loved pop stars in a different UK city for three days of incredible live music
Superstar DJ and award-winning producer Fatboy Slim will head to the Lancashire coast next summer to headline Lytham Festival on Fri 2 Jul, plus very special guest Becky Hill.
Colombia’s Karol G is a global reggaeton superstar, breaking boundaries in a male-dominated genre and redefining Latin music on a worldwide stage. Don’t miss your chance to see Karol G live on her highly anticipated UK tour in 2027.
Lytham Festival returns 30th June – 4th July 2027. Let’s do it all again!
Noah Kahan has announced ‘The Last of the Bugs’ 2027 world tour – with an extra London date added due to demand!
International Pop Megastar Robbie Williams will be headlining Lytham Festival on Sat 3 Jul 2027! For what promises to be an incredible night of huge hits!
Tony Hadley is heading on ‘The Christmas Big Band Tour’ across the UK this Winter.
As seen on TV
From talent‑show favourites to viral TV moments, artists who’ve broken through on screen often translate that exposure into must‑see live performances. As‑seen‑on‑TV pop concerts give fans the chance to experience familiar songs and personalities in a live setting, with full‑scale production and crowd‑shared moments. Fans searching for TV pop stars on tour or pop artists from talent shows will find everything from arena headliners to intimate showcase gigs. It’s pop music made famous on screen — brought to life on stage.
The Wild Boys are back in town – catch Duran Duran as they return this October for their first full UK arena tour in three years, fresh from the release of Free To Love featuring Nile Rodgers!
Hilary Duff is heading back to the stage with The Lucky Me Tour, hitting arenas across the UK this September — this is quite literally What Dreams Are Made Of.
Shakira arrives in Madrid for her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran – Residencia Europea this September and October. Blending chart-topping anthems, dynamic visuals and her signature stage presence.
Tony Hadley is heading on ‘The Christmas Big Band Tour’ across the UK this Winter.
Celebrate 25 years of music and memories with Westlife on their “25 The Anniversary Tour” in 2026!
Alt/Indie Pop
Alt and indie pop sit at the creative edge of modern pop music, blending alternative sounds with catchy songwriting and distinctive visuals. Often emerging from independent scenes, these artists build passionate fanbases before graduating to headline tours and major festival slots. Fans searching for indie pop concerts, alternative pop gigs or emerging pop artists will discover shows that prioritise creativity, authenticity and atmosphere. From intimate venues to standout festival sets, alt and indie pop concerts showcase some of the most exciting voices shaping the future of pop music.
Your FYP Live
TikTok has become one of the most powerful platforms for discovering new pop artists, turning viral moments into chart hits and sold‑out tours. From bedroom producers to breakout pop stars, TikTok artists are redefining how fans find music and experience it live. Fans searching for TikTok artists on tour, viral pop singers or social‑media‑driven concerts will find acts whose songs have dominated For You Pages before hitting UK venues and festivals. Whether you’re seeing a viral favourite live for the first time or catching the next big star early, TikTok‑powered pop concerts move fast — and tickets don’t hang around.
Karol G
Gracie Abrams
Hilary Duff
Tributes
Tribute and celebration concerts honour some of the biggest names in pop music history, recreating iconic songs and live moments for fans of all ages. From arena‑scale productions to intimate theatre shows, pop tribute concerts are perfect for fans looking to relive classic eras or introduce legendary music to new audiences. Those searching for pop tribute shows or tribute tours in the UK will find expertly produced performances celebrating timeless pop anthems. Expect singalongs, nostalgia and a truly feel‑good live experience.
Queen of the Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston
ABBA Voyage
Bedroom Pop
Bedroom pop has emerged as one of the most influential pop sub‑genres of the past decade, driven by DIY creativity, intimate songwriting and viral online discovery. Often lo‑fi, honest and emotionally direct, bedroom pop artists first build loyal fanbases online before taking their music to live stages across the UK. Fans searching for bedroom pop concerts, indie pop gigs and emerging pop artists will find acts performing in grassroots venues, academies and festivals nationwide. Whether you’re following a breakout TikTok artist or seeing a rising star live for the first time, bedroom pop concerts offer a uniquely personal gig experience.
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Find the perfect gig for you – from pop legends to new acts, we have it all under one roof.
Don’t miss Aaron Rowe this November and December!
Blending cutting-edge technology, spectacular lighting, and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA take to the stage in a whole new way at the ABBA Arena. Featuring digital avatars, this ground-breaking concert is the ultimate music experience.
Experience Adéla on The Red Bottoms Tour in January 2027!
aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK : Complæxity will be taking place in the UK in January 2027
Pop icon Anastacia has announced her #NTK 2026 UK tour, set to take place in September 2026 plus outdoor shows this Summer
Arthur Hill announces the Arthway Around The World tour for 2027
Headliners
Chaka Khan, Simple Minds , The Script , Level 42
Radio 2 in the Park is BBC Radio 2’s flagship live music event, hosting some of the world’s most-loved pop stars in a different UK city for three days of incredible live music
The exciting alt-indie artist returns with The Powerlines Tour. Catch beabadoobee’s first-ever arena tour in London, Manchester, Glasgow and Cardiff this November with special guest Wisp.
Fast-rising alt-rock talent capturing hearts with her diaristic, unfiltered lyrics whilst building a cult following across stages and socials.
K-Pop superstars BIGBANG are coming to London on Saturday September 26th.
BINI: SIGNALS WORLD TOUR heads to London this September.
Boyband supergroup Boyzlife, comprising Boyzone’s Keith Duffy and Westlife’s Brian McFadden, celebrate the iconic hits from both groups with a headline tour.
Catch Chelsea Wolfe at O2 Forum Kentish Town this December!
R&B and pop’s newest It Girl heads to Scala in September for her “U, Me & My Ego” Tour – see Chxrry live.
The iconic British new wave band blending pop, soul and reggae influences, bring their timeless hits and vibrant sound to stages across the UK this December.
Delta Goodrem is going on tour in February 2027.
Singer-songwriter Déyyess, turning queer yearning into gut-punch pop, is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, spotlighting ten of the most exciting new artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.
Global Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh is bringing the AURA World Tour to London, Birmingham & Manchester this September.
Donny Osmond brings his award-winning Las Vegas residency to the UK for the first time ever with the spectacular Viva UK Tour 2027. Celebrating over five decades of iconic hits, unforgettable showmanship and global success, the legendary entertainer returns to UK stages with a dazzling live production packed with nostalgia, energy and timeless classics. Don’t miss your chance to see Donny Osmond live in 2027.
The Wild Boys are back in town – catch Duran Duran as they return this October for their first full UK arena tour in three years, fresh from the release of Free To Love featuring Nile Rodgers!
Freya Ridings announces a major UK tour this Autumn.
One of pop’s most exciting new voices, Freya Skye, is touring across the UK in 2026.
Gavin DeGraw is returning to the UK this October!
Gracie Abrams is heading on tour around the UK in 2027.
HAEVN have today announced their upcoming TERRA NOVA TOUR, coming to London’s O2 Shepherd’s Bush in 2026.
Celebrating 45 years of their debut album ‘Penthouse and Pavement’, Heaven 17 have announced a UK tour set for this October.
Hilary Duff is heading back to the stage with The Lucky Me Tour, hitting arenas across the UK this September — this is quite literally What Dreams Are Made Of.
Holly Humberstone has announced the Cruel World UK Tour for January 2027, with special guest Chloe Qisha.
James Blunt brings the Airplane Mode Tour to stages across the UK in March and April 2027.
Brighton-based alternative musician & multidisciplinary creative James Marriott has announced a headline show at London’s O2 Academy Brixton, set for Thu 17 Sep.
Jessie Ware announces The Superbloom Tour, her biggest-ever global tour and first UK arena tour, marking a major new chapter for the acclaimed pop star.
The tour culminates in a huge London concert at The O2 Arena, with additional UK tour dates in Glasgow and Manchester.
Jubin Nautiyal announces UK tour with major shows in Leicester and London.
Julia Wolf is one of the most exciting rising voices in alternative pop, bringing her signature lyrics-first storytelling to Reading & Leeds Festival 2026. The NYC-based artist has built a powerful following through her raw, confessional songwriting, breaking through with viral hit “In My Room”, which continues to climb the Billboard Hot 100 and dominate streaming charts.
Cosmic country-pop storyteller Kacey Musgraves announces UK tour for 2027
Don’t miss Karan Aujla in Birmingham, London and Manchester this October!
Colombia’s Karol G is a global reggaeton superstar, breaking boundaries in a male-dominated genre and redefining Latin music on a worldwide stage. Don’t miss your chance to see Karol G live on her highly anticipated UK tour in 2027.
KATSEYE hit the UK this September with THE WILDWORLD TOUR.
Who does pop and R&B crossovers quite like Khalid? See the Texan singer-songwriter on the UK leg of his “It’s Always Summer Somewhere” Tour, and experience his R&B-pop sensibilities live.
Kid Francescoli is an electropop project by French musician Mathieu Hocine. Having released his latest mixtape ‘The initio project’ earlier this year, he brings his cinematic sound to Electric Brixton this October.
Lemonheads are heading around the UK on tour this autumn, with support from Willie Mason.
Experience Maisie live at The O2 Arena, London on May 8 2027.
Melanie C is celebrating her new album, Sweat, with a special London show on 23 October 2026.
2026 is set to mark a big return for Melanie Martinez, as she tours this November. She has also announced her fourth album Hades with singles ‘POSSESSION’ and ‘DISNEY PRINCESS’.
Midge Ure has shape shifted his way through the UK music scene for 35+ years.
Myles Smith announces the ‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life.’ tour, set for Nov 2026.
American-born, French-Haitian singer Naïka is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, recognised for her genre-blending sound that fuses pop, R&B and global influences, marking her as one of the most exciting new artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.
British-Ghanaian artist Nectar Woode is on Ticketmaster’s FRESH List 2026, recognised for her soulful, heartfelt songwriting and emotive voice, marking her as one of ten exciting rising artists set to light up stages across the UK and beyond this year.
Niall Horan has announced his UK ‘Dinner Party’ Live tour dates for 2026!
Nieve Ella delivers anthemic pop packed with catchy melodies and introspective lyricism, fast becoming one to watch on the UK scene.
Noah Kahan has announced ‘The Last of the Bugs’ 2027 world tour – with an extra London date added due to demand!
Olivia Rodrigo has announced UK dates for The Unraveled Tour!
Experience Passenger on his UK tour in September 2027.
Paul Heaton announces 2027 Leeds AMT Headingley Stadium show, and confirmed to headline Neighbourhood Weekender!
Phoebe Bridgers has confirmed The Lost Tour, coming to UK shores later this year with very special guest Isaac Wood.
The Pussycat Dolls are heading to the UK this Autumn!
Alterlatino foursome RAWAYANA are heading to London this September.
International Pop Megastar Robbie Williams will be headlining Lytham Festival on Sat 3 Jul 2027! For what promises to be an incredible night of huge hits!
Experience the electrifying fusion of flamenco, rock and acoustic mastery as Rodrigo y Gabriela bring their world-renowned live show to Manchester, Birmingham and London in March 2027.
Role Model brings the Chuck On Tour to London, joined by special guest Keni Titus.
Seb Lowe have confirmed details of their 2026 UK tour!
Shakira arrives in Madrid for her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran – Residencia Europea this September and October. Blending chart-topping anthems, dynamic visuals and her signature stage presence.
Sienna Spiro has announced upcoming shows this summer
Simple Minds announce their new album Sacrosanct, out 29 January 2027, alongside the UK leg of their V Tour with special guest Gary Numan.
Skye Newman brings The Survival Tour to the UK this November 2026, including two nights at O2 Academy Brixton, her biggest London shows yet. With a huge summer ahead, including upcoming performances at Reading Festival and Leeds Festival, the South London singer-songwriter continues her rise. Known for her raw, emotional live performances, Skye Newman is fast becoming one of the UK’s most exciting new artists – with tickets for her 2 (…)
Catch SOMBR with special guest Suki Waterhouse at The O2 and Bellahouston Park.
Tame Impala has announced a run of 2027 European dates with Wet Leg opening the headline shows!
Grammy-nominated international superstar, Teddy Swims has announced his biggest EU/UK headline tour ever.
The Big Moon are heading on tour around the UK this November.
Britpop legends The Bluetones are heading out on their upcoming UK tour.
The Dead South are heading to the UK in March 2027
The Kid LAROI announces UK dates for Autumn 2026
Irish alt-pop/soft rock heavyweights The Script return with soaring anthems and heartfelt lyrics, blending pop melody with rock soul on their latest UK tour this November.
The Snuts are heading on tour around the UK this winter
Tony Hadley is heading on ‘The Christmas Big Band Tour’ across the UK this Winter.
Tori Kelly bringing God Must Really Love Me tour to the UK in 2026.
Tyla is taking THE A*POP WORLD TOUR across the UK this October. bringing her chart-topping blend of Amapiano, pop and R&B to stages nationwide.
Celebrate 25 years of music and memories with Westlife on their “25 The Anniversary Tour” in 2026!
Wet Wet Wet have announced a 40-date UK tour in 2027 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut album ‘Popped In Souled Out’
Zach Templar will be performing at O2 Forum Kentish Town, London this December. Don’t miss it!
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Empress Museum, London
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Pop Music Concert Guide
Ticketmaster’s Pop music concert guide is dedicated to live music events happening throughout 2026 & 2027. Whether you’re looking for the biggest popstars in the world, up-and-coming new music, arena shows, festival headliners going on the road and more, we’ve got you covered.
Whether you’re eagerly anticipating a massive stadium tour from your favorite chart-topping artist or excited to discover the next breakout star, our 2026 Pop Music Concert Guide has you covered. We’ll take you through the most anticipated pop music tours, the hottest upcoming shows, and insider tips on how to secure your tickets to these must-see events. From iconic headliners to rising stars, the world of live pop music is brimming with talent and energy—so let’s get you closer to the concert experience you’ve been waiting for.
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