The music scene in 2026 is set to be a huge one, with stadium-sized pop moments, long-awaited returns, and plenty of “I can’t believe I got tickets” group chats. And because it’s already March, some of these tours are starting right now, so if you’re planning a big live year, this is the moment to get organised.
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With that being said, here’s a list of popular artists you can expect to see live in 2026
Lady Gaga
Pop’s most theatrical showrunner is firmly in her arena era, and she has 2026 dates running through March and April with major U.S. stops (including New York). If you want big costumes, big vocals, and big moments, this is the one. Check out tickets here.
BTS
BTS’ return to full-scale touring has been one of the most-followed ticketing stories of the year, and the official presale setup is as detailed as you’d expect. London fans also have two huge stadium dates listed at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2026. Get tickets here.
Ariana Grande
Ariana’s ‘The Eternal Sunshine Tour’ is shaping up to be one of the defining pop runs of the year, with London’s The O2 booked for an extended residency. If you missed the big tours of the late 2010s, or you just want a precision-vocal arena night, this one is a top priority. Get tickets here.
Harry Styles
Harry’s back on a stadium scale. Wembley’s official event page describes a six-night run at Wembley Stadium for ‘Together, Together’, with special guest Shania Twain listed; Ticketmaster also lists multiple Wembley dates across late June and early July. If your ideal gig is 0’massive crowd, euphoric choruses, and a setlist people will argue about online’, you’re in the right place. Get tickets here.
Bruno Mars
Bruno’s ‘The Romantic Tour’ is one of the cleanest ‘pure hitmaker’ tickets you can buy in 2026. Wembley’s listing highlights a run of London dates plus special guests (including Anderson .Paak billed as DJ Pee .Wee, and Victoria Monét), and Ticketmaster listings show the tour spanning major stadiums. Expect immaculate vocals, grooves for days, and a crowd that somehow knows every harmony. Get tickets here.
The Weeknd
If you want a polished, cinematic stadium show, The Weeknd’s official tour listings show a packed 2026 run, Mexico and Brazil dates in spring, then heavy Europe/UK stadium routing through summer, including Manchester and multiple London Wembley dates. Get tickets here.
Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny’s ‘DtMF World Tour’ is the kind of live event that turns into a full weekend, especially with two Tottenham dates listed in late June and the venue framing it as the only UK stop for the tour. If your pop playlist leans global, this is an easy headline pick. Get tickets here.
Ed Sheeran
Ed’s Loop Tour is already in motion this year, and his official site lists 2026 dates across multiple regions. If your perfect gig is ‘one artist, one loop pedal, an outrageous number of songs the whole stadium can sing’, this tour is made for you. Get tickets here.
RAYE
RAYE’s headline run is positioned as a major 2026 tour, with The O2 listing it as a large multi-date headline schedule that includes six London nights stretching from late February into May. Ticketmaster listings also show international dates across March and April. If you want strong vocals, big-band‑meets‑pop energy, and a crowd that actually listens during the quiet parts, don’t sleep on this one. Get tickets here.
Shakira
Shakira’s ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour’ continues deep into 2026, including major Middle East dates. Qatar Tourism’s press release confirms a Doha concert on 1 April 2026 at Stadium 974 as part of the tour, and Live Nation listings show additional 2026 stops. If you want dance‑forward pop with huge legacy hits and the kind of crowd that treats a chorus like a football chant, this is a classic ‘travel if you can’ tour. Get tickets here.
Whether you’re into pure pop, stadium R&B-pop, K-pop, or global chart crossovers, 2026 has no shortage of big nights out. Keep an eye on official artist pages, venue calendars, and authorised sellers; dates and ticket availability can shift fast, and rules around resale and mobile ticketing vary by show.
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