Ne-Yo & Akon ANNOUNCE “NIGHTS LIKE THIS” 2026 Global Tour - Coming To Yorkshire

Get ready for a serious blast from the past, because two of the biggest names in R&B and pop are joining forces for a tour that sounds absolutely epic. The GRAMMY award-winning hitmaker NE-YO and the multi-platinum recording artist Akon have just announced they’re heading out on a massive co-headlining global tour.

It’s called the ‘Nights Like This’ tour, and it’s set to be a huge celebration of all those era-defining hits that were the soundtrack to, well, pretty much everything in the 2000s. Produced by Live Nation, this is more than just a concert; it’s a full-on nostalgia trip, bringing two legendary artists together on one stage for a night of unforgettable music.

A tour for the ages

This isn’t your standard gig with a support act. The ‘Nights Like This’ tour is a proper co-headlining show, where NE-YO and Akon will share the stage together. They’ll be performing in a dynamic, back-and-forth set, meaning fans get a unique experience packed with sing-along anthems and classic club bangers. The whole idea is to create a massive party atmosphere, taking everyone back to those nights out when their music dominated the dance floor. With a 57-city run planned, this global tour is a huge undertaking, bringing together two generational artists whose music has shaped pop culture for decades. From soulful slow jams to high-energy club hits, every single night is designed to feel like a massive celebration of an incredible era in R&B and pop music.

The hits you know and love

Let’s be honest, the setlist for this tour is going to be incredible. These two artists have a ridiculously long list of hits between them. Think about it: you’ve got NE-YO’s massive tracks like “So Sick,” “Closer,” and the anthem “Miss Independent.” Then there's Akon, the artist behind absolute bangers like “Smack That,” “Lonely,” and “Right Now (Na Na Na).”

These weren't just songs; they were everywhere. They were on every radio station, on every TV music channel, and played in every club. This tour is a chance to hear all those incredible songs live, performed by the original artists. For anyone who grew up with this music, it’s a perfect nostalgia rush. And for newer fans, it’s a chance to see two masters of their craft performing the hits that made them famous. These are the tracks that topped the Billboard charts and became the soundtrack for millions.

Coming to an arena near you

The ‘Nights Like This’ global tour kicks off in Dublin on Friday, 24th April 2026, before making its way across Europe and the UK, and then heading over to North America. The UK leg is packed with dates in some of the country's biggest venues, including a stop in Yorkshire at the First Direct Bank Arena in Leeds and a massive show at The O2 in London. Whether it’s in a classic arena or a huge outdoor amphitheatre, this tour promises a fantastic live music experience. It’s a rare chance to see these two R&B giants in one place. Fans in Canada and the US will also have plenty of opportunities to catch the show throughout the summer.

Here are the full tour dates for the UK and Europe:

• Fri Apr 24 – Dublin, IE – 3Arena

• Mon Apr 27 – Newcastle, UK – Utilita Arena Newcastle

• Tue Apr 28 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro

• Thu Apr 30 – Leeds, UK – First Direct Bank Arena

• Fri May 1 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live

• Mon May 4 – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena Birmingham

• Fri May 8 – London, UK – The O2

• Tue May 12 – Paris, FR – Accor Arena

• Fri May 15 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome

• Sun May 17 – Antwerp, BE – AFAS Dome

• Tue May 19 – Zurich, CH – Hallenstadion

• Wed May 20 – Cologne, DE – LANXESS arena

• Fri May 22 – Oslo, NO – Unity Arena

• Sat May 23 – Stockholm, SE – Avicii Arena

• Sun May 24 – Copenhagen, DK – Royal Arena

• Tue May 26 – Hamburg, DE – Barclays Arena

• Wed May 27 – Prague, CZ – O2 Arena

• Thu May 28 – Berlin, DE – Uber Arena

• Sat May 30 – Vienna, AT – Wiener Stadthalle

• Sun May 31 – Lodz, PL – Atlas Arena

And for fans across the pond, here are the US and Canada dates:

• Wed Jun 17 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena

• Fri Jun 19 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place

• Sat Jun 20 – Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome

• Mon Jun 22 – Saskatoon, SK – SaskTel Centre

• Tue Jun 23 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre

• Fri Jun 26 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre

• Sat Jun 27 — Hamilton, ON — TD Coliseum

• Fri Jul 10 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek

• Sat Jul 11 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre

• Sun Jul 12 – Charlotte, NC – Truliant Amphitheater

• Tue Jul 14 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

• Wed Jul 15 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre

• Fri Jul 17 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live

• Sat Jul 18 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach

• Sun Jul 19 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center

• Tue Jul 21 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center

• Wed Jul 22 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater

• Fri Jul 24 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater

• Sat Jul 25 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion

• Sun Jul 26 – Hartford, CT – The Meadows Music Theatre

• Tue Jul 28 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre

• Wed Jul 29 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre

• Fri Jul 31 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre

• Sat Aug 01 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview

• Sun Aug 02 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake

• Tue Aug 04 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater

• Wed Aug 05 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater

• Fri Aug 07 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater

• Sat Aug 08 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion

• Sun Aug 09 – Houston, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Sponsored by Huntsman

• Tue Aug 11 – Austin, TX – Moody Center ATX

• Fri Aug 14 – Las Vegas, NV – MGM Grand Garden Arena

• Sat Aug 15 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

• Sun Aug 16 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater

• Tue Aug 18 – Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre

• Wed Aug 19 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre

• Fri Aug 21 – Inglewood, CA – Intuit Dome

How to get your tickets

For the European and UK dates, tickets will be available with an artist presale starting on Wednesday, 28th January at 10 AM local time. The general sale will then kick off on Friday, 30th January at 10 AM local time, with all tickets available through LiveNation.com.

For those looking for an extra special experience, there will also be a range of VIP packages available. These packages vary but can include premium tickets, a meet and greet with Akon, exclusive merchandise, and more. It’s a great way to make a memorable night even more special.

A look back at the artists

It’s worth remembering just how huge these two artists are. NE-YO is a three-time GRAMMY award-winning artist who has not only released a string of his own hits but has also written massive songs for other people. He’s the genius behind Beyoncé’s “Irreplaceable” and Rihanna’s “Take a Bow.” As a solo artist, he’s had two No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 and has generated over 23 billion streams. He's a true R&B superstar.

Meanwhile, Akon is an award-winning, multi-platinum recording artist who has dominated the Billboard charts with his unique sound. He's sold over 35 million albums, earned five Grammy nominations, and famously launched the careers of stars like Lady Gaga and T-Pain through his record labels. He was even the first solo artist in history to hold the top two spots on the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously. Having these two incredible talents on one tour is a massive deal for music fans everywhere.