UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell are heading back to arenas across the UK and Ireland this winter, with a run of dates confirmed for November and December 2026.
Branded the ‘Big Love Tour’, the shows will see Ali Campbell bring the band’s unmistakable reggae catalogue to some of the country’s biggest stages, from Dublin and Glasgow to London, Birmingham and Manchester. For fans who grew up with UB40’s chart-topping hits (or discovered them somewhere along the way), it’s shaping up to be one of the feel-good live runs of the year.
The Dates
The tour begins in Ireland before moving into a stretch of major UK arenas, including:
Dublin – 3Arena
Glasgow – OVO Hydro
Nottingham – Motorpoint Arena
London – The O2
Birmingham – Utilita Arena
Manchester – Co-op Live
Leeds – First Direct Arena
Cardiff – Utilita Arena
Brighton – Brighton Centre
It’s a proper arena sweep, the kind of run that feels celebratory from the off.
What These Shows Mean
UB40’s legacy in British music is undeniable. With over four decades of hits and more than 100 million records sold worldwide, their songs have become part of the soundtrack to countless summers, weddings and late-night sing-alongs.
Ali Campbell’s voice is central to that story. As the original lead singer behind classics like Red Red Wine, Kingston Town and (I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You, his presence is what many fans associate most strongly with the band’s golden era.
These arena shows won’t be about reinvention; they’ll be about atmosphere. Expect warm rhythms, massive crowd choruses, and that laid-back reggae groove that somehow fills even the biggest venues with an intimate energy.
When Do Tickets Go On Sale?
General sale is set for Friday, 6th March, with presales expected to run in the days before. As ever with nostalgia-driven arena tours, demand tends to be broad, long-time fans, casual listeners and families alike.
If you’re planning to go, it’s worth checking presale access options and being ready when tickets drop.
Why This Tour Stands Out
In a year stacked with pop megastars and high-concept arena productions, the ‘Big Love Tour’ feels refreshingly straightforward. It’s about songs people know, music that moves at its own pace, and nights that lean into joy rather than spectacle.
For anyone who wants a live show built around timeless melodies and communal singalongs, UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell’s 2026 arena dates are likely to hit the right note.
