Wondering which rock bands are touring the UK and Ireland this year? Need help deciding which gigs you must not miss out on before the joy of festival season hits good this Summer? I’ve got you covered with a handpicked selection of shows happening throughout Jan-June that I, for one, am very excited to be shouting about! Check ’em all out right here and get your tix below!
Written by: @alexaliciamedia
JANUARY 2026
THE MOLOTOVS
One of the most talked-about new bands on the rock scene right now. Touring independent grassroots music venues in the UK this January. The Molotovs have promised “spontaneous, sporadic and high-octane” live performances (Watch interview clip). The special headline shows will showcase British punk rock in the form of their forthcoming debut album ‘WASTED ON YOUTH’, avails for pre-order now. Officially releasing on 30 January 2026.
Tickets: https://themolotovs.os.fan/
ORIANTHI
Singer, songwriter and guitar sensation Orianthi [Interview] returns for 5 headline shows, and an appearance at Planet Rock’s Winter’s End Festival this January-February in support of her incredible new album ‘Some Kind Of Feeling’. Listen now.
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/orianthi-tickets/artist/1519163
VUKOVI
A hard-working band from Glasgow with many bangers, including songs from the latest album ‘My God Has Got A Gun’, plenty of onstage banter and high-energy live shows, do NOT miss the duo live in 2026.
Tickets: https://vukovi.uk/
FEBRUARY 2026
THE HARA
One of the most exciting live bands you’ll see this year (trust me, as someone who has seen them many, many times!). Manchester trio, The Hara, is set to release their next album ‘THE FALLOUT’ on 23 January 2026. Pre-order it from their official website. You can also be the first to celebrate the new album with them in London and Manchester this January for a special, intimate show ahead of The Fallout UK Tour.
Tickets: https://theharaband.com/tour/
SLEEP THEORY
The American rock band from Memphis, Tennessee, embarks on their first-ever UK/EU headline tour in support of their new album, Afterglow, out now. With support from one of the most exciting emerging baddicore duos, The Pretty Wild (TPW Interview here). Don’t miss this one!
Tickets: https://sleeptheoryofficial.com/tour
ALTER BRIDGE
With special guests Daughtry and Sevendust. Become a ‘Blackbird’ and see one of the most incredible bands return to the UK/Europe. The tour supports their self-titled 8th studio album, which includes the 9-minute track “Slave To Master”.
Tickets: https://alterbridge.com/pages/tour
TWAT UNION (Alius: T Union)
Quickly becoming a fan-favourite and one of the most talked-about new bands, Feminist feral theatre-punks Twat Union will play a string of exciting headline shows fresh from a huge festival summer in 2025. Catch the DIY London punks in smaller venues while you still can this 2026!
Tickets: https://twatunion.co.uk/upcoming-shows
MARCH 2026
HOT MULLIGAN
These shows are set to be raw and chaotic with heart-on-sleeve energy! Don’t miss them here, live this year!
Tickets: https://hotmulligan.band/pages/tour
WITCH FEVER
New album ‘Fevereaten’ out now. And here’s your celebratory UK/EU headline tour. If you’re looking for a show that’s hard-hitting and genre-bending, providing vibes that span from doom punk to riot grrrl then don’t miss a Witch Fever show near you!
Tickets: https://www.witchfever.com/events/
YONAKA
Up close and intimate, Yonaka will be live in record stores in 2026, and you’re invited. The band will be reworking songs to fit the room whilst meeting you all at the same time. Their new album ‘Until You’re Satisfied’ is due out on March 13th.
Tickets: Guaranteed access is typically secured by pre-ordering an album + event bundle online through the respective store or ticket agent (e.g., HMV, Rough Trade, Jacaranda Records).
APRIL 2026
CREEPER
For the first time, Creeper will perform a set made entirely of songs from Sanguivore I and II, brought to life in small, intimate rooms across the UK and Ireland. They’ll be joined by The Howling, and the tour will feature the live debut of brand new songs, including the much anticipated ‘Razor Wire’. Join the vampire bloodbath this April, I know I will…
Tickets: https://www.creepercult.com/tour-dates/
SOLENCE
The Swedish-born and LA-based band will bring their full headline show to the UK and Europe alongside special guests DREAM STATE and WRITTEN BY WOLVES. The band comments: “We’ve been on the road with NOTHING MORE over the last few weeks and the response has been amazing, so it felt natural that we get out there again and get the people what they want… more of THE SOLENCE EXPERIENCE! So get your tickets today, don’t miss out!!”
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/solence-tickets/artist/5386776
YUNGBLUD
With the entire UK Arena shows sold out! YES! SOLD OUT. Yungblud added new show dates in Sheffield, Liverpool and Belfast due to phenomenal demand. Are you lucky enough to be heading to one of these special headline shows?
Tickets: https://www.yungbludofficial.com/tour/
THE DAMNED
Legendary punk pioneers The Damned have announced a special 50th anniversary show at OVO Arena Wembley on Friday 11th April 2026
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/the-damned-london-11-04-2026/event/370062D390D86BDA
MAY 2026
ALT BLK ERA
With special things planned and many new songs teased, don’t miss Alt Blk Era at a venue near you this May.
Tickets: https://www.altblkera.com/live
RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE
The American genre-bending live sensations will tour their new album bones, and bring their alternative/indie flair to the UK this Spring. Don’t miss this!
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/rainbow-kitten-surprise-tickets/artist/2254393
JUNE 2026
EVANESCENCE
Technically, this tour hits the UK in September 2026, but why not promote the start of this expansive world tour early, ey?! Kicking off this June in Palm Beach, Florida, Evanescence will then head to the UK for 4 shows in Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, and London with support from POPPY and K.FLAY. This is gonna be HUGE!
Tickets: https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/evanescence/
MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE
One of the most talked-about shows of the year! Emo legends MCR will play 5 UK and Ireland stadium shows this Summer, featuring theatrical and fully-produced performances of their iconic album ‘The Black Parade’ in full. This tour will celebrate 20 years of one of the most-loved albums in rock history! You have to be there.
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/my-chemical-romance-tickets/artist/859324
