The Barenaked Ladies have officially announced a historic tour of the United Kingdom, marking their first performances on British soil in several years. The Canadian rock band, renowned for hits such as "One Week," "The Old Apartment," "Pinch Me," "Odds Are," and the iconic "The Big Bang Theory Theme," last performed in Great Britain in 2023.
This December, the band will embark on an eight-show journey across the country as part of their festive-themed tour, titled "Yuletide Ride." The tour is set to commence on December 2, 2026, and will run through December 11, 2026. Fans can expect performances at some of the UK's most iconic venues, including London's Eventim Apollo, Bristol's O2 Academy, Manchester's Albert Hall, and Edinburgh's Queen's Hall, among others.
Band's Excitement and Tour Details
Ed Robertson, the band's lead vocalist and founder, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming tour: "We're very excited to be returning to the UK just in time for the Holidays. We'll be bringing the Hits, The Holiday Favs, and a few tasty surprises with us."
The UK edition of the Yuletide Ride tour will follow the format of the band's sold-out 2022 Canadian tour, during which they performed tracks from their beloved 2014 Christmas album, "Barenaked For The Holidays," alongside their major hits.
Ticket Information and Availability
Tickets for the Barenaked Ladies tour will go on sale on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 10 am. They will be available through three major online retailers: Ticketmaster, Live Nation, and AXS. Each retailer will have its own stock of tickets, so fans are advised to monitor all three platforms to secure their seats.
Key ticket links include:
- Ticketmaster – Buy Barenaked Ladies tickets here
- Live Nation – Buy Barenaked Ladies tickets here
- AXS – Buy Barenaked Ladies tickets here
Full Tour Dates
The Barenaked Ladies will kick off their UK tour in Cambridge on December 2, 2026, at the Cambridge Corn Exchange. The complete list of tour dates is as follows:
- Wed 2nd December 2026 – Cambridge, Cambridge Corn Exchange
- Thu 3rd December – Bristol, O2 Academy
- Sat 5th December – London, Eventim Apollo
- Sun 6th December – Glasgow, O2 Academy
- Mon 7th December – Edinburgh, The Queen's Hall
- Wed 9th December – Manchester, Albert Hall
- Thu 10th December – Birmingham, O2 Institute Birmingham
- Fri 11th December – Sheffield, Electric Studios
Fans are encouraged to act quickly as tickets are expected to sell out rapidly. The Barenaked Ladies' return to the UK promises to be a memorable event, blending holiday cheer with their classic rock anthems.
