Deep Purple announces UK arena tour dates for 2026 – how to get tickets

Deep Purple announce 2026 tour dates

Deep Purple have announced details of a headline UK tour for 2026 - and this is how to get tickets.

The rock icons will play a string of shows next November, kicking off at Newcastle's Utilita Arena.

They'll then head to the likes of Glasgow, Birmingham, and Manchester, finishing up at London's Eventim Apollo.

The current lineup of Deep Purple features founding member Ian Paice on drums, as well as singer Ian Gillan and bassist Roger Glover, who both joined back in 1969.

It's rounded out by Don Airey, who has played keyboards in the band since 2002, and Simon McBridge, who joined as guitarist in 2022.

It's also been confirmed that support will come from Mammoth (the band fronted by Wolfgang Van Halen) and Jayler across the run.

This current lineup released the album =1 in 2024, the group's 23rd studio record overall.

Fans can also expect to hear some of their greatest hits including "Smoke on the Water", "Highway Star", "Perfect Strangers" and "Black Night".

Ahead of Deep Purple tickets going on sale for their UK tour dates, you can find out everything you need to know below.

When do Deep Purple tickets go on sale?

They go on general sale at 10am on Friday, 21 November via:

• Ticketmaster UK

Can I get presale tickets?

Local presales take place from 10am on Thursday, 20 November. This can be accessed by signing up to your preferred venue's mailing lists via the official websites.

You'll then be sent an email featuring a presale link to access tickets early. For other presales taking place you can check your preferred listing below.

What are the tour dates?

18 November - Newcastle, Utilita Arena - tickets

19 November - Glasgow, OVO Hydro - tickets

21 November - Birmingham, BP Pulse Arena - tickets

22 November - Manchester, AO Arena - tickets

23 November - London, Eventim Apollo - tickets