New Zealand’s singular and critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Aldous Harding is set to make a triumphant return to live performance in the summer of 2026. This will mark her first major tour since concluding her 2023 live shows, promising music enthusiasts a truly unique and immersive experience. The 2026 world tour will commence in the United Kingdom and Ireland before extending across Europe and North America, offering fans a rare opportunity to witness Harding’s enchanting presence in person.
The tour will kick off in May with two headline performances at London’s Barbican Centre, where Harding is expected to present a carefully curated mix of her latest material alongside beloved earlier tracks. Following London, the tour will take her to cities across the UK including Bristol, Glasgow, Dublin, Leeds, Manchester, and Birmingham, each performance carefully designed to highlight her distinctive voice and nuanced instrumentation.
From there, Harding will traverse continental Europe before embarking on her North American leg in October. This ambitious world tour follows her recent support performances with Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds across Australia and New Zealand, where she featured in ten highly praised shows.
In 2023, Harding released her album “Warm Chris”, performing two sell-out shows at the Barbican to promote it. The album’s pre-released singles, “Lawn” and “Fever”, quickly gained acclaim for their captivating and unconventional soundscapes. NME awarded the album four stars, describing it as “a record defined by understated and meticulous instrumentation”. Critics noted:
“This is music that takes time to fully absorb. Harding’s voice subtly unsettles the listener, leaving them in a state of suspended attention. Those who embrace the oddities of ‘Warm Chris’ will be richly rewarded.”
Currently, Harding is working on her next album and recently collaborated with Sleaford Mods on their single “Elitest G.O.A.T.”, released on 12 January 2026.
The following table outlines key dates and venues for Harding’s 2026 tour:
| Date (May–October) | City | Venue | Special Guests / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5–6 May | London | Barbican Centre | Two headline shows |
| 9 May | Bristol | Bristol Venue | – |
| 12 May | Glasgow | Glasgow Centre | – |
| 15 May | Dublin | Dublin Theatre | – |
| 18 May | Leeds | Leeds Hall | – |
| 21 May | Manchester | Manchester Arena | – |
| 24 May | Birmingham | Birmingham Hall | – |
| October | North America | Various Cities | Details to be announced |
Aldous Harding’s 2026 tour promises to be an unforgettable journey for music lovers. Each performance will immerse audiences in her mesmerizing vocals and intricate musical arrangements, creating an emotionally resonant experience that lingers long after the final note.