London is very used to welcoming some of the biggest musicians in the world to the city, and we got news of that continuing this week after The Strokes announced a world tour for 2026, including a huge show at The O2 in October. And due to the inevitable heavy demand, they’ve just gon ahead and added another!
They’ll take to the stage in London on Tuesday, October 6 and Wednesday, October 7 for the ‘Reality Awaits’ tour, which will also see them play Newcastle, Manchester, Dublin, and many more locations.
The New York rockers have been wowing audiences with their infectious hooks and post-punk-influenced sound ever since breaking out in 2001 with ‘Is This It‘. At the group’s acclaimed live shows, frontman Julian Casablancas showcases his distinct vocals on favourites like Reptilia and Last Nite while his bandmates keep pace with edgy guitar riffs, thumping basslines, and pounding drum patterns.
With a decade-spanning collection of popular anthems at the ready, The Strokes always have fans singing along to their energetic sets on their can’t-miss tours. The five-piece has continued to rule the charts with five Top 10 albums over the course of the last decade, earning numerous awards and accolades in the process.
They’ve become one of the most iconic rock acts of the era thanks to their collection of indie jams, and fans can experience their first-rate showmanship on full display every time they tour.
The tour will see a mix of Thundercat, Hamilton Leithauser, Fat White Family supporting The Strokes, plus a special night with Cage the Elephant. Fat White Family and Alex Cameron will support in London.
The Strokes Reality Awaits UK/Europe 2026 tour dates
- October 6 – London, O2 Arena
- October 7 – London, O2 Arena
- October 11 – Amsterdam, Ziggo Dome
- October 13 – Düsseldorf, PSD Bank Dome
- October 15 – Berlin, Uber Arena
- October 17 – Bologna, Unipol Arena
- October 20 – Barcelona, Palau Sant Jordi
- October 22 – Paris, Accor Arena
- October 25 – Newcastle, Utilita Arena
- October 26 – Manchester, Co-op Live
- October 28 – Dublin, 3Arena
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets to see The Strokes go on general sale this Friday, April 17 at 9am.
