Tickets are now on sale to see UB40 on tour in 2026 with special guests
They will be joined by Maxi Priest and Aswad
Last updated 7th Nov 2025
UB40 have announced a huge tour for 2026 including 13 dates across the UK, starting in Brighton on 1st June, continuing through until 20th June, where they'll bring the tour to a close in Birmingham. And now the tickets are on sale from Aloud.com
The band are expected to perform many of their iconic classic hits from their back catalogue and some brand new tracks which will feature on their upcoming studio album, due for release in Spring 2026.
UB40 announced the exciting news on social media, writing: 'We’re pleased to announce our June, 2026 UK Arena Tour with special guests, @therealmaxipriest & @legendaryaswad!'
Then, on the day the tickets went on sale, the band shared a short video confirming the dates of their tour...
One fan responded to the tour announcement writing: 'Those shows are going to be crazy', with another posting a heart emoji: '❤️'.
Who will be supporting UB40 on tour?
Maxi Priest and Aswad will be joining UB40 on tour next year.
What dates are UB40 performing on tour?
They will be performing across the UK next summer, starting in Brighton and ending in Birmingham. See the full list of dates below.
June 2026
Brighton, Brighton Centre – Mon 1st
Cardiff, Utilita Arena – Wed 3rd
London, OVO Wembley Arena – Fri 5th
Manchester, AO Arena – Sat 6th
Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena – Sun 7th
Hull, Connexin Live – Tue 9th
Glasgow, OVO Hydro – Thu 11th
Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena – Fri 12th
Leeds, First Direct Arena – Sat 13th
Swansea, Swansea Arena – Tue 16th
Plymouth, Pavilions – Wed 17th
Bournemouth, BIC – Thu 18th
Birmingham, BP Pulse Live Arena – Sat 20th
How to buy tickets
Tickets are now on sale from Aloud.com
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