The BRIT Awards 2026 took place on 28 February at Co-op Live in Manchester, bringing major moments and a standout night for artists across pop, alternative, international and genre categories. It was the first time the ceremony was held outside London, and the buzz has already started spilling into tour demand for the big winners and performers.
Here’s a look at the key moments from the night, and how they tie into live tour plans that fans can get excited about.
Olivia Dean: Big Night and Big Tour Momentum
Olivia Dean emerged as the star of the evening, sweeping four major awards, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for The Art of Loving, Best Pop Act and Song of the Year for “Rein Me In” with Sam Fender. She also delivered one of the night’s standout performances.
The timing of that BRITs spotlight couldn’t be better. Olivia Dean is already on the road with her The Art of Loving Live world arena tour, with dozens of shows across the UK, Europe, North America and Oceania throughout 2026. Her UK dates kick off in Glasgow, then head to Manchester, London’s The O2 and beyond. Tickets are moving quickly as fans rush to see her mix soul-stirring pop with rich vocal and band arrangements.
If you’re planning to catch one of 2026’s real breakout stars live, her arena shows should be right at the top of your list.
Rosalía’s International Win and Lux Tour
Spanish sensation Rosalía took home International Artist of the Year at the BRITs, recognising her global impact and genre-blurring artistry.
That global reach is reflected in her Lux Tour, a major world tour in support of her Lux album. Rosalía’s The Lux Tour spans arenas and major cities across Europe (including UK dates at London’s O2 Arena), heads into North America in the summer, and then wraps with a South American leg in the autumn, making it one of the largest international tours of the year.
Her live shows are known for dynamic production and high-energy setlists, highlighted by her transcendent performance, which featured a surprise appearance from Björk, so now is a great time to grab tickets if she’s coming near you.
Harry Styles’ BRITs Performance and Together, Together Tour
While Harry Styles didn’t dominate the awards list, he opened the show with a high-profile performance of “Aperture,” the first single from his upcoming album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally, performing the track live for the first time. The performance reminded everyone why his live dates are among the most in-demand.
That performance ties into his hugely ambitious Together, Together tour, which includes extended residencies at venues like Madison Square Garden and arena stops across Europe. If you missed a BRITs moment, you won’t want to miss his live show later in the year.
Sam Fender, Wolf Alice, and Other Winners with Tour Dates
The night also celebrated some homegrown UK talent who are making waves on tour plans:
Sam Fender took Alternative/Rock Act of the Year. He has headline shows planned across arenas and festivals in 2026, building on his strong live reputation.
Wolf Alice secured Group of the Year; the band is currently touring across larger venues in support of their latest album cycle, with outdoor dates, including a huge homecoming at London’s Finsbury Park, still to come.
International Song & Group Winners: Rosé, Bruno Mars and Geese
The BRITs also honoured Rosé & Bruno Mars’ “APT.” as International Song of the Year and Geese as International Group of the Year.
Bruno Mars’ The Romantic Tour kicks off strong in 2026 with dates across North America and Europe, a great chance to catch the “Song of the Year” live in stadiums globally.
Geese have been building momentum with their energetic shows and appear on festival and tour lineups throughout the year. If you want to see them in smaller venues before they make their way to the big leagues, this is your chance.
The Bottom Line
The BRITs often act like a live music weather forecast; boosting visibility for artists who are about to head out on tour or who already have big shows scheduled. Winning a major category almost always correlates with increased demand once general sales hit, and performances on the awards night itself can send tour interest soaring.
Whether you’re aiming for arena shows with Olivia Dean and Harry Styles, pop spectacle with Rosalía, or rock energy with Wolf Alice, now’s the time to check tour dates and ticket availability before shows sell through. The calendar of live music in 2026 is already stacked thanks to the artists spotlighted at the BRIT Awards.
