Tickets on sale for Strictly Come Dancing Live 2026

Tickets are on sale now!

Author: Alex RossPublished 26th Sep 2025
Last updated 26th Sep 2025

Although the 2025 series of Strictly Come Dancing has only just begun, with the first live show airing on Saturday 27th September, excitement is already building for next year’s live tour, which is set to feature some of this year’s celebs.

Get out your best sequin outfits and shine up your dance shoes, as Strictly Come Dancing Live will travel to arenas around the UK, with dates in Birmingham, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield, Liverpool, Glashow, Nottingham and London.

Directed by Craig Revel Horwood, the spectacular tour is two hours of glittering entertainment celebrating everything you love about the nation’s favourite TV show, complete with show-stopping routines, stunning group numbers and breathtaking live music from the iconic Strictly band and singers. This is a huge family favourite for all generations to enjoy.

What are the dates?

The 2026 tour will take place following this year's series, starting on 23rd January 2026 and running through until 15th February 2026.

January 2026

Birmingham, Utilita Arena – Fri 23rd

Birmingham, Utilita Arena – Sat 24th

Birmingham, Utilita Arena – Sun 25th

Newcastle, Utilita Arena – Tue 27th

Newcastle, Utilita Arena – Wed 28th

Leeds, First Direct Arena – Thu 29th

Leeds, First Direct Arena – Fri 30th

Manchester, AO Arena – Sat 31st

February 2026

Manchester, AO Arena – Sun 1st

Sheffield, Utilita Arena – Tue 3rd

Sheffield, Utilita Arena – Wed 4th

Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena – Thu 5th

Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena – Fri 6th

Glasgow, OVO Hydro – Sat 7th

Glasgow, OVO Hydro – Sun 8th

Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena – Tue 10th

Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena – Wed 11th

Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena – Thu 12th

London, The O2 Arena – Fri 13th

London, The O2 Arena – Sat 14th

London, The O2 Arena – Sun 15th

How to buy tickets

Tickets for all dates went on sale at 10am on Friday 26th September 2025 from Aloud.com

Each tour performance will host a British Sign Language interpreter, who will be displayed on two very large screens on either side of the stage so that the audiences can book tickets and sit almost anywhere in the arena to enjoy the experience with family and friends.

Which celebs will be on the tour?

It hasn't yet been announced which celebs from the 2025 series will be heading out on the tour, this information is usually released around November time.

Who is the host?

Former pro dancer Janette Manrara will return as host across the tour.

Who are the judges?

Usual Strictly judges Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke will sit on the judging panel.

Strictly’s Head Judge Shirley Ballas said: “The Strictly Live Tour is always the best way to start the new year. So I can't wait for 2026 to be back on the road with Anton and Craig and bring the magic of Strictly to fans across the country. Roll on January!”

Anton Du Beke said: “I’m back for my fourth Strictly tour and it honestly just keeps getting better and better. Sitting behind the judges' desk and watching the excitement from the audience night after night is just magical and as I’ve said before, we love it just as much as they do. I’m very excited to see what Craig has planned for next year!”

Craig Revel Horwood said: “If you love the BBC series, then you will love the Strictly live tour! We bring all the glitz, glamour and gorgeousness to an arena near you, so fans can enjoy the spectacle of the TV show and their favourite celebrities and dancers up-close and personal. It's a FAB-U-LOUS night out for the whole family to enjoy.”

Check out which celebs have signed up for Strictly 2025 and which professional dancers they've been paired with on the show:

Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon


Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin


George Clarke and Alexis Warr


Lewis Cope and Katya Jones


Karen Carney and Carlos Gu


Alex Kingston and Johannes Radebe: ELIMINATED


La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec: FORCED TO WITHDRAW

Drag Queen La Voix was forced to pull out of the competition ahead of Blackpool week. Hosts Tess and Claudia said: "As you may have heard La Voix sustained an injury meaning she can't dance in Blackpool tonight. Following further advice from our medical team, we can now confirm very sadly that she has had to withdraw from the competition."

Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington: ELIMINATED


Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and Karen Hauer: ELIMINATED


Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola: ELIMINATED


Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Lauren Oakley: ELIMINATED


Stefan Dennis and Dianne Buswell: FORCED TO WITHDRAW

After four weeks in the competition, Neighbours star Stefan Dennis announced he'd been forced to quit the competition, revealing he'd torn his calf muscle.

Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova: ELIMINATED


Ross King and Jowita Przystal: ELIMINATED


Thomas Skinner and Amy Dowden: ELIMINATED


Dani Dyer and Nikita Kuzmin: FORCED TO WITHDRAW

Just days ahead of her first live performance, Dani released a statement to announce she'd had to pull out of the series after suffering a fractured ankle in training. It has now been confirmed that Amber Davies will replace her and pair with Nikita.

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Your ultimate guide to Strictly Come Dancing 2025

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Strictly Come Dancing: Professional dancers confirmed for 2025 series

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