The Top 15 Anniversary Tours Happening in 2026 & 2027
Posted on Tuesday 28th April 2026 at 16:20
Written by
Bethan Boast
Top 15 Anniversary Tours Happening in 2026 & 2027
Updated April 2026. Looking for the most iconic anniversary tours happening in 2026 and 2027? From classic albums performed live in full to career-spanning celebrations from some of the biggest names in music, this guide rounds up the shows fans won’t want to miss.
In this guide, you’ll find:
- Iconic albums and tours celebrating major milestones
- One-off anniversary dates and limited-run shows
- Arena tours, outdoor concerts and special performances
- The anniversary tours fans are booking first for 2026 & 2027
Anniversary Tours Happening in 2026 & 2027
EDDFEST
THE ULTIMATE 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF IRON MAIDEN
When: Saturday 11th July 2026 (Knebworth Park, Stevenage)
One of the most influential metal bands of all time, Iron Maiden are celebrating an incredible 50 years in music. Joined by The Hu, The Darkness, The Almighty and many more, this is a major summer event for metal fans.
BLUE
25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR WITH 911 & MINA SIMIONI
When: Tuesday 19th - Saturday 23rd May 2026 (multiple UK dates)
Celebrating 25 years as one of the UK's biggest boy bands, Blue head out on tour this spring with additional dates across the summer.
PRIMAL SCREAM
XTRMNTR
When: Thursday 3rd - Wednesday 9th September 2026 (multiple UK dates)
Celebrating their iconic 2000 album XTRMNTR, Scottish indie-meets-psychedelia legends Primal Scream will be playing the album in full on the road this September.
THE WONDER STUFF + INSPIRAL CARPETS
40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
When: Thursday 1st October - Tuesday 8th December 2026 (multiple UK dates)
A co-headline showcase of two iconic indie bands, blending The Wonder Stuff’s anthemic charm with Inspiral Carpets’ Madchester groove.
THE BEACH BOYS
60 YEARS OF PET SOUNDS
When: Sunday 14th - Friday 19th June 2026 (multiple UK dates)
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends celebrate six decades of rock this summer.
OCEAN COLOUR SCENE
MOSELEY SHOALS 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
When: Saturday 21st - Tuesday 24th November 2026 (multiple UK dates)
British rockers Ocean Colour Scene take Moseley Shoals on a victory run this autumn, after a string of shows this summer.
MAXIMO PARK
20TH ANNIVERSARY SHOWS PERFORMING SONGS FROM A CERTAIN TRIGGER & THEIR GREATEST HITS
When: Wednesday 17th June 2026 (Chalk, Brighton)
Celebrating 20 years of their beloved debut album, Maximo Park bring songs from A Certain Trigger, along with their greatest hits, to Brighton.
GENTLEMAN'S DUB CLUB
20TH ANNIVERSARY
When: Saturday 24th October - Saturday 21st November 2026 (multiple UK dates)
The UK collective fuse reggae, dub, ska and drum & bass into a vibrant live sound, and this anniversary tour celebrates 20 years of their high-octane shows.
FAT FREDDY'S DROP
BASED ON A TRUE STORY 21ST ANNIVERSARY TOUR
When: Monday 19th - Sunday 25th October 2026 (multiple UK dates)
The genre-blending New Zealand seven-piece celebrates a huge 21 years since the release of their highly regarded debut album.
SCOTT MATTHEWS
20TH ANNIVERSARY OF PASSING STRANGER
When: Saturday 21st November 2026 - Saturday 17th April 2027 (multiple UK dates)
Matthews performs Passing Stranger in full with a band in celebration of 20 years of his first record, which introduced his richly atmospheric songwriting to the world.
NIK KERSHAW
SIX IN 26: A MICRO ANNIVERSARY TOUR
When: Thursday 9th July - Saturday 22nd August 2026 (multiple UK dates)
Celebrated British songwriter and pop artist Nik Kershaw marks a unique milestone with a short anniversary run celebrating his enduring catalogue.
FRIENDLY RECORDS 10TH BIRTHDAY BLOCK PARTY
IN AID OF THE WAR CHILD CHARITY
When: Saturday 9th May 2026 (Lost and Grounded Brewers, Bristol)
Friendly Records celebrate their 10th birthday with a special block party spearheaded by a DJ set from Bristol punks IDLES, raising funds for War Child.
REPUBLICA
30 YEARS OF "READY TO GO"
When: Friday 16th October - Sunday 29th November 2026 (multiple UK dates)
Republica celebrate 30 years of blending techno-pop with alternative rock, marking an era-defining sound and one of the band’s biggest anthems.
ACCEPT
HALF A CENTURY OF METAL
When: Thursday 27th & Friday 28th August 2026 (KK's Steel Mill, Wolverhampton & Indigo at The O2, London)
Marking an astonishing 50 years in music, German heavy metallers Accept celebrate the milestone with major shows in Wolverhampton and London.
DEVOTCHKA
A CELEBRATION OF THE MUSIC OF LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE
When: Tuesday 6th - Sunday 11th October 2026 (multiple UK dates)
A milestone celebration from the genre-defying band known for cinematic orchestration, emotive songwriting and the Grammy-nominated soundtrack that brought their distinctive sound to the world.
Looking for even more anniversary tours? Here are a few more milestone shows to keep on your radar
More anniversary tours you should know about
- Au Pairs — 45th Anniversary Tour (Thursday 30th April & Friday 1st May 2026)
- Chelsea — 50th Anniversary Tour (Thursday 7th May - Sunday 14th June 2026)
- Seth Lakeman — Freedom Fields 20th Anniversary Tour (Tuesday 12th May - Friday 16th October 2026)
- BAFTA Games in Concert — Experience 20 years of award-winning soundtracks (Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 7th June 2026)
- The Wedding Present — Seamonsters 35th Anniversary Tour (Sunday 24th May - Friday 11th December 2026)
- Texas Is The Reason — 30th Anniversary of Do You Know Who You Are? Tour (Saturday 30th May - Wednesday 3rd June 2026)
- The Kooks — Celebrating 20 years of Inside In/Inside Out (Tuesday 23rd June & Saturday 22nd August 2026)
- Sex Pistols feat. Frank Carter — 50 Years of Punk (Saturday 11th July & Saturday 1st August 2026)
- Flamin' Groovies — Shake Some Action 50th Anniversary Tour (Tuesday 15th - Saturday 19th September 2026)
- The Afghan Whigs — 40th Anniversary Tour with Ed Harcourt (Sunday 20th & Saturday 26th September 2026)
- Mercury Rev — All Is Dream 25th Anniversary Tour (Friday 16th & Saturday 17th October 2026)
- A Certain Ratio — Sextet and Force Anniversary Tour (Saturday 17th & Friday 23rd October 2026)
- Inglorious — 10th Anniversary Show (Saturday 17th October 2026)
- The Undertones — 50th Anniversary Shows (Thursday 15th October - Sunday 22nd November 2026)
- Swervdriver — Raise at 35 (Friday 23rd - Friday 30th October)
- Bellowhead — 20th Anniversary of Burlesque (Tuesday 10th November - Tuesday 1st December 2026)
- David Ford — Songbook: Highlights & Stories from 25 Years of Songwriting (Thursday 18th - Friday 26th February 2027)
- Fairport Convention — 60th Anniversary (Thursday 27th May 2027)
Need to know — Anniversary tours in 2026 & 2027
What is an anniversary tour?
Anniversary tours celebrate milestone albums, bands, or career moments, often featuring full-album performances or specially curated set lists.
Do anniversary tours usually have limited dates?
Yes. Many anniversary tours run for a short period or include one-off shows, which means tickets can sell out quickly.
Are these tours suitable for casual fans?
Absolutely. These shows are often built around an artist’s most-loved material, making them ideal whether you’re a longtime fan or seeing them live for the first time.