British post-hardcore outfit Enter Shikari have just confirmed a major arena tour for November 2026, marking the band’s largest headline run across the UK and Europe to date. The announcement arrives alongside a new stretch of Australian shows in May, underscoring a year of wide-ranging live activity for one of the UK’s most energetic live acts.
The November tour kicks off in Nottingham and winds through arenas across the UK — including Cardiff, Hull, Glasgow, Manchester and a pair of shows in London’s Alexandra Palace on November 20 and 21. Before the UK leg, the band will also play headline dates in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and more as part of the broader European stretch.
For long-time fans and arena-goers alike, this tour represents a milestone as Enter Shikari’s biggest arena booking yet, and, per frontman Rou Reynolds, it brings “a completely new show” that the band promises will be their most thrilling to date.
We’re excited to today announce Enter Shikari’s return to the arena stages of the UNITED KINGDOM, EUROPE and AUSTRALIA.
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📸 (poster) @JezPennington pic.twitter.com/9tG5PyubGb— ENTER SHIKARI (@ENTERSHIKARI) January 27, 2026
A Tour Across Continents
Before they return to Europe and the UK in November, Enter Shikari will hit Australia in May 2026, with headline shows across cities including Fremantle, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and more. Supporting them on most of those dates will be American-Canadian artist grandson, adding another layer of excitement for fans Down Under.
Back in Europe and the UK, Enter Shikari will be joined by Holding Absence and The Callous Daoboys on both legs of the arena tour, pairing their high-octane rock with complementary support acts that appeal to fans of alternative and heavier music.
UK & European Tour Stops
The announced UK arena dates are:
Nov 13 – Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham
Nov 14 – Utilita Arena, Cardiff
Nov 15 – Connexin Live, Hull
Nov 18 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
Nov 19 – Co-op Live, Manchester
Nov 20 & 21 – Alexandra Palace, London
Across Europe, the tour includes arena shows starting in Hamburg on November 3, a headline appearance at Düsseldorf’s Mitsubishi Halle, one of the band’s largest German arenas yet, and stops in several continental cities before moving into the UK leg.
Why This Tour Matters
Enter Shikari’s journey from DIY basement shows to major arena headliners stands as one of the most authentic success stories in modern British rock. For over two decades, the band has cultivated a fiercely loyal global following by blending post-hardcore intensity with electronic experimentation and sharp, socio-aware lyricism. This upcoming tour follows the massive success of their 2024 run for A Kiss For The Whole World, an album that earned the group their first UK Number 1 and a landmark headline show at Wembley.
The newly announced dates see the band extending their reach across Europe and Australia before returning for a heavy run of UK shows this November. As one of their most expansive tours yet, these dates offer a chance for fans to witness the band’s live evolution at a truly massive scale. Combining high-concept production with the raw energy that defined their early years, Enter Shikari continues to prove why they remain a vital force in the alternative scene.
Ticketing & Support for Grassroots Venues
Tickets for the UK and European arena leg are scheduled to go on general sale from Friday, 30 January at 10am local time, with preorder and mailing list presales starting the day before. Mastercard cardholders in the UK will also have access to preferred tickets at the same time.
In a move that’s now become part of the band’s touring ethos, £1 from every ticket sold for UK shows will be donated to the Music Venue Trust, an organisation dedicated to supporting grassroots venues across the country. Enter Shikari have championed this initiative on previous tours, reinforcing their commitment to the live-music ecosystem that helped launch their career.
Smart Ticket Strategy
Sign up for presales: Enter Shikari’s fan club and mailing list. Presales often offer early access before the general on-sale.
Support slots matter: Holding Absence and The Callous Daoboys bring extra appeal and can draw crossover fans.
Consider European nights: If UK dates sell out, continental shows still have inventory.
Plan London early: The two Alexandra Palace nights are likely to be among the fastest-moving dates.
The Bottom Line
Enter Shikari’s November 2026 arena tour is a defining step in their live career — their biggest UK and European headlining run yet, with support acts and special plans that make it more than just another set of dates. Whether you’re chasing a hometown show in Manchester or planning for London’s Ally Pally, early planning and quick moves when tickets go on sale will be key.
