Ed Sheeran has officially confirmed his highly anticipated 2026 Solo World Tour, marking his return to stadiums and arenas across the globe. The announcement has sent waves of excitement throughout the music industry, as fans prepare for what is expected to be one of the biggest tours of the year.
The tour kicks off in January 2026 with a run across Australia and New Zealand. Sheeran will bring his heartfelt performances to cities including Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Adelaide. These shows will set the tone for the massive world journey ahead.
Following the Oceania leg, Ed Sheeran will head to North America, where he has announced a string of major stadium dates. The North American tour begins on June 13, 2026, in Glendale, Arizona at State Farm Stadium. This marks the official start of the LOOP Tour’s U.S. chapter.
From there, Sheeran will visit a wide range of iconic cities across the continent. Stops include Nashville, Tennessee; Chicago, Illinois; Los Angeles, California; Detroit, Michigan; Toronto, Ontario; East Rutherford, New Jersey; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Atlanta, Georgia; Indianapolis, Indiana; Charlotte, North Carolina; Arlington, Texas; and Hollywood, Florida. Each show will highlight Sheeran’s unique ability to captivate stadium-sized audiences as a solo act.
One of the standout moments will be his shows in Foxborough, Massachusetts, where Ed will perform two nights at Gillette Stadium on September 25 and 26, 2026. These dates are already being circled by fans eager to witness Sheeran return to one of his favorite U.S. venues.
Another highlight comes toward the end of the tour, when Sheeran wraps up the North American leg in Tampa, Florida at Raymond James Stadium on November 7, 2026. This closing night is expected to be one of the most emotional performances of the entire run.
In addition to the U.S. and Oceania, Sheeran has hinted at potential European and South American dates, though those cities have not yet been officially announced. Given his global popularity, more international stops are highly anticipated and likely to follow.
The tour will also include multiple shows in select cities, particularly in regions where Sheeran’s fanbase is strongest. For example, Hollywood, Florida will host two consecutive nights on October 29 and 30, 2026, at Hard Rock Live. These back-to-back performances promise an intimate yet powerful experience for fans.
In Canada, the centerpiece stop will be Toronto, Ontario, a city that has long embraced Sheeran’s music and live shows. The date there will be one of the most sought-after on the tour calendar, drawing fans from across the country.
Meanwhile, cities like Los Angeles, East Rutherford, and Nashville will undoubtedly provide some of the tour’s most unforgettable moments, given their deep ties to the music industry and large, enthusiastic fan bases.
With each date now revealed, fans worldwide are mapping out their plans, and excitement continues to grow. The 2026 Solo World Tour is shaping up to be not only a showcase of Sheeran’s latest music but also a celebration of the journey that has made him one of the most beloved artists of his generation.
In total, the Ed Sheeran 2026 Solo World Tour spans nearly the entire year, taking him from Oceania to North America and beyond. Each city and date revealed paints the picture of a tour designed to bring Sheeran’s heartfelt performances to fans across the globe, reaffirming his place as one of the defining live acts of the era.
