Oasis fans have been buzzing with speculation after a graphic purporting to show a 2026 European tour was shared widely on social media. The image, circulating on Facebook and Reddit, lists 21 dates across Europe, including stops in Milan, Madrid, Frankfurt, Budapest, Stockholm, Amsterdam, and Paris. In the UK, it suggests shows at St James' Park in Newcastle and Hampden Park in Glasgow, as well as the Etihad Stadium in Manchester and Knebworth in Stevenage.
The timing is notable, as 2026 marks 30 years since Oasis's iconic performances at Maine Road and Knebworth in 1996. The band's current Oasis Live '25 tour, which began last August, celebrates the 30th anniversary of their debut album Definitely Maybe. The tour has already visited Cardiff, Manchester, and London, with upcoming dates in Edinburgh and Dublin, followed by legs in North and South America, Australia, and Asia before returning to London in September.
Fans have responded with a mix of excitement and skepticism. One Reddit user who shared the graphic wrote, "Saw this on Facebook probably not real but still interesting." Others pointed out potential conflicts, such as a double booking with Bad Bunny in Riyadh and Metallica in Budapest. One commenter noted, "That looks too condensed... Not enough time to setup. Would be doable indoors, but not for stadiums." Another added, "Will be interesting to see if they actually continue after live 2025. But this is more a fantasy."
However, some fans remain hopeful. One wrote, "Choosing to believe this because it would give me a reason to survive till 2026." Another recalled that a leaked spreadsheet of North American dates last summer turned out to be accurate, adding, "But these dates don't add up- if a 2026 tour happens I imagine it'll be weekends and maybe a Wednesday. Quietly hoping for August 2026 dates at Knebworth...would be incredible to have a gig on the 30th anniversary!"
Speculation about the Etihad Stadium also arose, with some suggesting the band would not "downgrade" from Heaton Park. However, others noted that Oasis allegedly wanted to play the Etihad during the Live '25 tour but were unable due to ongoing construction. The Etihad's expansion project, including a new North Stand, is expected to be completed in phases, with the stand opening during the 2025/26 football season and the hotel and public realm works scheduled for late 2026.
