Ed Sheeran Announces 2026 World Tour: Dates and Cities Revealed
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In a move thatโs sending shockwaves through the music world, global superstar Ed Sheeran has unveiled plans for his ambitious 2026 โLOOP Tour,โ a sprawling world tour poised to bring his infectious pop anthems to millions across continents. Announced in late September 2025, just days after the release of his eighth studio album *Play*, the tour marks a bold new chapter for the British singer-songwriter. With fresh tracks like โAzizam,โ โSapphire,โ and the soaring single โCameraโ already dominating airwaves, Sheeran promises an electrifying mix of new material, fan favorites, and reimagined classics, all delivered via an innovative stage setup designed for immersive, looping visuals and surprises.
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The LOOP Tour kicks off on December 1, 2025, in Paris, France, at the iconic Stade de France, setting the stage for a European sprint that includes arena dates in major cities like London and Manchester. This initial leg builds momentum before the global expansion. Come January 2026, Sheeran heads Down Under for a blockbuster run in Australia and New Zealand, where demand has already forced additional shows. Kicking off January 16 at Aucklandโs Go Media Stadium, the itinerary spans 15 dates across the region, hitting stadiums in Wellington, Christchurch, Perth (Optus Stadium, with a second night added), Sydney (Accor Stadium, three shows), Brisbane (Suncorp Stadium, three dates), Melbourne (Marvel Stadium, three performances), and Adelaide Oval. These concerts are all-ages affairs, reflecting Sheeranโs family-friendly appeal, and theyโre expected to shatter previous recordsโSheeran has already sold over 2.5 million tickets in the region from past tours.
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As spring blooms, the tour pivots to North America for its most extensive leg yet: 22 stadium dates from June to November 2026, showcasing Sheeranโs unrelenting stamina. It launches June 13 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, then barrels through the heartlandโNashvilleโs Nissan Stadium on June 20, a special Summerfest slot at Milwaukeeโs American Family Insurance Amphitheater on June 25, and Chicagoโs Soldier Field on June 27. The summer heats up with Denverโs Empower Field at Mile High (July 4), Las Vegasโ Allegiant Stadium (July 18), San Diegoโs Petco Park (July 21), Santa Claraโs Leviโs Stadium (July 25), Seattleโs Lumen Field (August 1), and a massive two-night stand at Los Angelesโ SoFi Stadium (August 8-9).
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The fall leg intensifies with Minneapolisโ U.S. Bank Stadium (August 15), another Toronto double-header at Rogers Centre (August 21-22), Detroitโs Ford Field (August 29), back-to-back nights at East Rutherfordโs MetLife Stadium (September 4-5), Philadelphiaโs Lincoln Financial Field (September 19), two shows at Foxboroughโs Gillette Stadium (September 25-26), Atlantaโs Mercedes-Benz Stadium (October 3), Indianapolisโ Lucas Oil Stadium (October 10), Charlotteโs Bank of America Stadium (October 17), Arlingtonโs AT&T Stadium (October 24), and wrapping triumphantly on November 7 at Tampaโs Raymond James Stadium. This routingโspanning 22 cities and over 50 shows worldwideโhighlights Sheeranโs deep affinity for North American crowds, a love affair sparked by his humble 2010 gigs in LA and Toronto.
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What makes the LOOP Tour a must-see? Sheeranโs evolution as an artist. Fresh off the globe-trotting Mathematics Tour (2022-2025), which grossed billions and broke attendance records, heโs reinventing himself with *Play*โs global collaborations and tender lyricismโthink heart-bursting ballads wrapped in pop propulsion. The โnew stage, new tricksโ he teased on Instagram promise looping LED screens, interactive elements, and surprises that blur the line between performer and audience. At 34, with a young family (heโs relocating to the U.S. with wife Cherry Seaborn and daughters), Sheeran channels personal joy into his craft, making each show feel intimate amid the spectacle.
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Tickets are hot property: presales via EdSheeran.com (register now for priority access) and platforms like Ticketmaster start soon, with general sales following. Prices vary by venue, but expect premium experiences. For superfans, VIP packages include meet-and-greets and exclusive merch. As Billboard dubs it โa brand new era,โ this tour isnโt just concertsโitโs Sheeranโs loop of gratitude, looping back to the fans whoโve fueled his rise from Suffolk busker to stadium king.
