Katherine Jenkins Confirms Major UK Tour Celebrating 25 Years in Music
British mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins OBE has officially announced a significant UK tour scheduled for October 2026, marking her 25th anniversary in the music industry. The Welsh superstar, aged 45 and originally from Neath, will embark on an 18-show journey across the country, performing at renowned venues to commemorate this milestone.
Tour Details and Ticket Information
The tour is set to commence on October 2, 2026, at Manchester's Bridgewater Hall and will conclude on October 27, 2026, at Belfast's Waterfront Hall. Other notable stops include Liverpool's Philharmonic Hall, the London Palladium, and Cardiff's Millennium Centre, among others. Tickets for the general public will be released on Friday, February 20, 2026, at 10 am, available through various online vendors such as Ticketmaster and Live Nation.
Presale opportunities will begin earlier, on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 10 am. Fans can gain access to these presale tickets by signing up in advance on Katherine Jenkins' official website. This early access provides a chance to secure seats before the general onsale, with prices starting from approximately £40.
Artist's Excitement and Fan Engagement
In a statement, Katherine Jenkins expressed her enthusiasm for the tour, describing it as an emotional celebration of her career and a reunion with loyal fans. She remarked, "Reaching twenty-five years in music is incredibly emotional, but this tour is truly a celebration of the fans who have been there from the very beginning. To be heading out across the UK and Ireland for eighteen special shows feels less like a celebration of a career and more like a reunion with old friends."
This tour marks her first major performance series in several years, highlighting her dedication to reconnecting with audiences through live music. The itinerary includes a diverse range of locations, ensuring accessibility for fans nationwide.
Full Tour Schedule for October 2026
- FRI 02 – Manchester, Bridgewater Hall
- SAT 03 – Liverpool, Philharmonic Hall
- SUN 04 – Cardiff, Millennium Centre
- TUE 06 – Brighton, Dome
- THU 08 – Southend, Cliffs Pavilion
- FRI 09 – Bournemouth, Pavilion Theatre
- SUN 11 – Oxford, New Theatre
- MON 12 – Birmingham, Symphony Hall
- WED 14 – London, Palladium
- THU 15 – York, Barbican
- SAT 17 – Llandudno, Venue Cymru Theatre
- SUN 18 – Gateshead, The Glasshouse
- MON 19 – Glasgow, Royal Concert Hall
- WED 21 – Torquay, Princess Theatre
- THU 22 – Aylesbury, Waterside Theatre
- FRI 23 – Basingstoke, The Anvil
- SUN 25 – Dublin, Bord Gais Energy Theatre
- TUE 27 – Belfast, Waterfront Hall
Fans are encouraged to act quickly, as tickets are expected to be in high demand for this celebratory event. The tour not only showcases Katherine Jenkins' enduring talent but also her commitment to bringing music to communities across the UK and Ireland.
