The Gigs & Live Music Events To Book Now
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The Gigs & Live Music Events To Book Now

From stadium-fillers and indie icons to pop powerhouses and genre-bending artists, the next few months are full of exciting live music events. Whether you’re after a euphoric night at The O2, an intimate Brixton show or a nostalgia-fuelled singalong, here’s everything worth having on your radar…
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Loyle Carner

Loyle Carner is one of British hip-hop’s most introspective voices: heartfelt, articulate and deeply personal. With tracks like ‘Ottolenghi’ and ‘Loose Ends’ that blend jazz, soul and rap, his live shows feel equal parts performance and conversation. This tour comes after the release of his fourth studio album Hopefully. This gig promises warmth, authenticity and a space to reflect – in a genre too often defined by flash, Carner reminds us of the power of storytelling.

2nd-25th November

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Cat Burns

As well as her standout run on this season of ‘Celebrity Traitors’, Cat Burns has quietly become one of the UK’s most compelling new voices: her breakout single ‘go’ went double-platinum and her mix of pop hooks, gospel-tinged soul and razor-sharp honesty marks this as more than a pop moment. At this show, you’ll likely hear the candid ‘People Pleaser’, the gently defiant ‘Alone’, as well as live track debuts from the upcoming debut album. 

19th-30th November

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Florence & The Machine

Florence & The Machine

Florence + The Machine make every gig feel like a ceremony: the voice of Florence Welch alone is enough to do so. Hits such as ‘Shake It Out’ and ‘Dog Days Are Over’ are iconic anthems, while newer tracks lean into cinematic scope and emotional intensity. This tour for her highly anticipated new album Everybody Scream will showcase more of the same: powerful delivery, massive choruses and a live show you won’t forget in a hurry.

6th February-20th February

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Mumford & Sons

After some guerrilla gigs in London Bridge, Mumford & Sons are returning to the UK arena circuit after a long wait, riding the wave of their new album Rushmere. Formerly built on banjos and hand-claps (Little Lion Man’, ‘I Will Wait’), the band now blend stadium-sized folk-rock with introspective songwriting. At this gig, expect to hear the same gospel-leaning choruses, stomping rhythms and earnest lyrics that made them globally successful, alongside newer textures that prove they’re constantly evolving.

29th November-11th December

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Luke Combs; Sigrid

Sigrid

Sigrid is Scandinavia’s pop export who refuses to do things quietly. With bold vocals, massive hooks and an empowered stage presence, breakout tracks like ‘Don’t Kill My Vibe’ and ‘Strangers’ made her a household name, and her live sets have now raised her to anthemic heights. Expect good-humoured defiance, shimmering production and a great night of pop. 

13th March-24th March

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Luke Combs

Luke Combs has brought his American country sound across the pond with effortless style. Hits like ‘Beautiful Crazy’ and ‘Beer Never Broke My Heart’ showcase his big-voiced sincerity and irresistible sing-along choruses, creating a show full of sweeping emotion and feel-good energy. Combs helped push country into the pop spotlight with Gettin’ Old, following on from his previous album that charted life’s ups and downs. Since then, he’s shifted focus towards songs about fatherhood. The result, Fathers and Sons, is a heartfelt reflection on that journey and everything it has taught him.

10th September 2026

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Gorillaz

Gorillaz

Gorillaz are back on home soil for a 2026 UK tour that’s already shaping up to be one of next year’s hottest tickets. Kicking off in Manchester on 21st March before heading to Birmingham, Glasgow, and London’s The O2, Damon Albarn’s virtual supergroup will bring their latest album Cracker Island to life with their signature mix of visuals, satire, and sound. Expect the cartoon avatars – 2D, Murdoc, Noodle and Russel – to front a full live band performing genre-spanning hits like ‘Feel Good Inc.’, ‘Clint Eastwood’, ‘DARE’ and ‘On Melancholy Hill. Known for their cutting-edge collaborations, previous tours have featured everyone from Little Simz to Kali Uchis, so surprise guests aren’t off the table. 

20th March-1st April

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Franz Ferdinand

Franz Ferdinand – the band who lit up the dance-punk revival with ‘Take Me Out’ – are back on a tour in the UK to support their new album The Human Fear. It’s all razor-sharp guitar riffs, angular grooves, art-school cool and the irony-tinged swagger that made them famous. This show is a chance to revisit indie-rock’s golden moment but in the present tense: they’ve matured, but the urgency remains. Hit songs, new material, clever staging – this is for fans who danced in 2004 and still want to move in 2026.

24th February-11th March

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Tame Impala

Tame Impala

Tame Impala – also known as Kevin Parker – is nothing if not immersive. Tracks like Let It Happen and The Less I Know the Better don’t just fill a concert hall; they transport you somewhere else entirely. After nearly five years, Parker returned this October with his new album Deadbeat, featuring standout tracks like ‘End of Summer’ and ‘Dracula’. Next year’s tour will bring those songs to life with his signature blend of hypnotic visuals, layered soundscapes and shifting moods.

7th-11th May

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The Vaccines

The Vaccines return with crunchy guitars, shout-along choruses and enduring hits like ‘If You Wanna’ and ‘Post Break-Up Sex’, which still pack a punch. Their live shows channel the energy of a chaotic pub gig, blown up to stadium scale. Expect raw energy, familiarity and a hit of nostalgia, balanced with fresh material from their latest record. Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations – the band’s sixth studio album and their first since guitarist Freddie Cowan’s departure – was released on 12th January 2024 via Thirty Tigers and Super Easy. This tour also marks the 15th anniversary of their debut album, What Did You Expect?.

28th February-14th March

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Doja Cat

Doja Cat

Doja Cat fuses rap, pop and R&B with show-stopping visuals for an unstoppable live experience. Hits like ‘Say So’, ‘Kiss Me More’ and ‘Paint the Town Red’ tell the story, while on stage she brings fearless style and boundless energy, making every moment feel both massive and immediate. On her new album Vie, she teamed up with Jack Antonoff to create an 80s-inspired pop record full of standout rap verses. The playful synth-funk perfectly matches her personality, while giving her signature style a bold new edge.

21st May-29th May

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Sébastien Tellier

Sébastien Tellier embodies Parisian cool – electronic, elegant and effortlessly offbeat. Best known for lush tracks like ‘La Ritournelle’ and his idiosyncratic charm, he delivers live shows that are stylish and intimate rather than stadium-scale. This rare UK date promises subtle visual flourishes, an icy pop sensibility, and a vibe that’s more of an avant-garde dinner party with rave undertones than a conventional concert.

23rd March 

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The Weeknd

Next summer, The Weeknd brings his trademark dark glamour, chart-topping hits and cinematic production to UK stages. Expect ‘Blinding Lights’, ‘Can’t Feel My Face’ and ‘Save Your Tears’ among a setlist that blends spectacle with real vulnerability. His After Hours Til Dawn world tour –— his seventh and most ambitious to date –— has been running since 2022 and will finally wrap up next year, closing a dazzling chapter in his global reign.

19th August

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