When is Dermot Kennedy Playing in Yorkshire?

Right then, some massive news has just dropped for anyone who loves powerful vocals and songs that hit you right in the feels. The brilliant Irish singer and songwriter Dermot Kennedy has just announced his biggest tour ever for 2026. This isn't just a few dates here and there; it's a full-blown arena tour across the UK and Europe, and it's set to be absolutely epic. He’s hitting some seriously huge venues, including a massive night in London at The O2. So, if you've been waiting to see this artist live, 2026 is your year. It's time to get that group chat organised.

Get ready for Dermot Kennedy's biggest tour yet

This is the one fans have been waiting for. Dermot Kennedy is stepping things up in a big way for his 2026 headline tour. Kicking off in May, the tour will see him travel all over Europe before heading back for a string of six massive UK arena shows in June. The tour includes a huge night back at London's The O2 on June 5th, a venue he's played before to rave reviews. This whole announcement comes hot on the heels of the news that he'll also be playing two headline shows at Dublin’s legendary Aviva Stadium, which is basically the home of Irish Rugby. One of those Dublin dates is already sold out, which tells you everything you need to know about how quickly these tickets are going to fly.

The whole thing feels like a massive moment for the singer, who started out busking on the streets of Dublin. From playing to passers-by to selling out a huge global arena tour is quite the journey. This tour isn't just a collection of gigs; it's a statement. He's an artist at the top of his game, and these shows are going to be a celebration of everything he's achieved. The venues are bigger, the audiences will be louder, and the atmosphere is guaranteed to be electric. He’s playing in major cities across Europe, including stops in Germany, France, and the Netherlands, before that massive UK leg.

How to get your hands on tickets

Okay, this is the important bit. No one wants to miss out. Getting tickets for a huge tour can feel a bit like a competitive sport, but here’s the lowdown. For fans in the UK and Germany, there's a special way to get in early. If you pre-order Dermot Kennedy's upcoming third album, you'll get access to a ticket presale. The new album isn't even fully announced yet – that's coming in early 2026 – but you can pre-order it now to secure your spot.

Here’s how the pre-order system works:

• You need to place your album pre-order before 10am on November 25th.
• Presale codes will be sent out that same evening.
• The ticket presale then kicks off at 9am on November 26th.

If you miss the presale, don't panic! The general sale for all tickets begins on Friday, November 28th at 10am. For the London and Birmingham shows, tickets are being sold through Live Nation. It’s a good idea to set a reminder on your phone, because these are going to be some of the hottest tickets of the year. The chance to see an artist this authentic live is something special.

The full list of UK and Europe tour dates

So, where can you see him? This Dermot Kennedy tour is properly massive, covering a huge part of the continent before landing in the UK. Here are all the dates for your diary.

Date	City	Country	Venue
11 May	Copenhagen	Denmark	Falkonersalen
12 May	Stockholm	Sweden	Annexet
14 May	Hamburg	Germany	Barclays Arena
15 May	Berlin	Germany	Max-Schmeling-Halle
17 May	Zurich	Switzerland	Halle 622
18 May	Paris	France	L'Olympia
20 May	Luxembourg	Luxembourg	Rockhal
21 May	Brussels	Belgium	Forest National
23 May	Munich	Germany	Zenith
24 May	Vienna	Austria	Gasometer
26 May	Dusseldorf	Germany	Mitsubishi Electric Halle
27 May	Amsterdam	Netherlands	AFAS Live
29 May	Glasgow	UK	OVO Hydro
30 May	Manchester	UK	AO Arena
1 Jun	Cardiff	UK	Utilita Arena
2 Jun	Leeds	UK	First Direct Bank Arena
4 Jun	Birmingham	UK	Utilita Arena
5 Jun	London	UK	The O2
11 July	Dublin	Ireland	Aviva Stadium (SOLD OUT)
12 July	Dublin	Ireland	Aviva Stadium

What to expect from the live shows

Anyone who has seen Dermot live before knows he puts on an incredible show. His performances are famous for being full of passion and raw power. He has a way of connecting with his audiences that feels really special, whether he’s playing in an intimate room or a massive arena. He’s already played some of the world's most iconic venues, from London's The O2 to New York's Madison Square Garden, so he knows how to command a big stage. For this tour, you can expect a mix of everything. He’ll be playing all the fan favourites from his amazing discography, plus brand new material from the album that's set to be released in 2026. It’s the perfect blend of old and new, and a chance to be among the first to hear his next chapter live.

More than just a tour: Misneach and other cool stuff

Dermot Kennedy isn't just a singer who turns up and plays shows. He’s been incredibly busy with all sorts of amazing projects. One of the coolest is Misneach, a new annual global music festival that he actually created and curated himself. The whole point of the festival is to shine a light on Ireland’s amazing musical heritage and culture. The first events took place in Sydney and Boston back in March and were completely sold out. The line-up was brilliant, featuring a mix of massive names and rising stars from the Irish music scene, all handpicked to create a special event. It shows how much he cares about where he comes from and the music that inspires him. On top of that, he’s been playing intimate tours across Europe and the UK, performed at Soccer Aid, and even shared a stage with Zach Bryan. He’s an artist who is always creating and performing.