The glitz and glamour of the ballroom is hitting the road as the highly anticipated Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2026 prepares to launch this weekend. In a dazzling first look, the seven celebrity couples set to compete have been revealed in full sequinned splendour, surrounded by glittering Glitterball trophies.
A Spectacular Showcase of Dance
The tour promises to bring the magic of the BBC's flagship dance competition directly to audiences across the United Kingdom. Each night, the couples will perform two carefully choreographed routines, vying not only for perfect scores from the esteemed judging panel but, crucially, for the audience's votes.
The Competing Couples and Their Dances
The line-up features a vibrant mix of celebrities and professional dancers, each bringing their unique flair to the stage. The competing pairs and their scheduled dances are:
- Harry Aikines-Aryeetey & Karen Hauer: Cha Cha and Salsa.
- George Clarke & Alexis: Viennese Waltz and Charleston.
- Lewis Cope & Katya Jones: Charleston and Couple’s Choice.
- Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink & Lauren: Quickstep and Cha Cha.
- Ellie Goldstein & Vito Coppola: Salsa and Couple’s Choice.
- Vicky Pattison & Kai Widdrington: Couple’s Choice and Tango.
- La Voix & Aljaž Škorjanec: Paso Doble and Salsa.
Special Guest Performance
Adding an extra layer of excitement, special guests from a previous series, Layton Williams & Nikita Kuzmin, will join the tour. They will perform a breathtaking Argentine Tango and Showdance, though they will not be competing for the Glitterball Trophy.
The Power Lies with the Audience
A unique feature of the live tour is that the arena audience holds the ultimate power. Spectators are granted the privilege of deciding which couple wins the coveted Glitterball Trophy at the conclusion of each show, making every performance an interactive and unpredictable event.
A Nationwide Tour Itinerary
The spectacle begins at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham this Friday night. From there, the tour will sweep across the country, bringing its signature sparkle to major cities:
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- First Direct Bank Arena Leeds
- AO Arena Manchester
- Utilita Arena Sheffield
- M&S Bank Arena Liverpool
- OVO Hydro Glasgow
- Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
- The O2, London (finale on 15th February)
Behind the Sequins: Celebrities Share Their Excitement
Ahead of the tour launch, the celebrities have shared their thoughts and nerves. Speaking recently, Vicky Pattison admitted the judges still inspire a mix of fear and admiration.
"The judges still terrify me! It doesn’t matter if there’s cameras or not," she said. "Anton doesn’t, he’s always been my pal, I love him. But Shirley and Craig, they strike fear into my heart. I'm really looking forward to seeing La Voix give them a little bit of back chat, a little bit of spice."
Pattison also expressed particular excitement for her hometown performances in Newcastle, highlighting the personal significance of the tour dates.
With fake tan applied, sequins sparkling, and routines perfected, the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2026 is poised to deliver an unforgettable series of shows, celebrating the joy of dance and the thrill of competition for fans nationwide.
