Here’s the story on the Def Leppard tour coming in 2026 — from the actual dates (yep, they’re finally confirmed!) to a mix of thoughts and tips on scoring tickets, plus a detour or two into what makes these shows feel like living fan history.
Def Leppard Tour 2026 Date
The Def Leppard 2026 UK & European tour kicks off June 13 in Sweden, then bounces through Finland, Switzerland, Germany, and the UK, with dates running into August (hello, Dubai) — and if you blink, you might miss your city. I’ve got the full rundown, and it feels like someone finally listened to all those fans whining on forums for a “real headliner tour” instead of endless nostalgia-fest package bills. Genuine headline concerts, fresh setlists, and, yes, the odd surprise thrown in (even Phil Collen seems buzzed). If you’ve ever shuffled through four hours of support bands for twelve minutes of “Pour Some Sugar on Me,” this is vindication.
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Here’s the official, not-rumored, not-fan-wished dates as of now:
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Jun 13: Rättvik, Sweden — Dalhalla
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Jun 16: Helsinki, Finland — Veikkaus Arena
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Jun 19: Zurich, Switzerland — Hallenstadion
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Jun 23: Dortmund, Germany — Westfalenhalle
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Jun 26: Belfast, UK — Belsonic
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Jun 28: Glasgow, UK — OVO Hydro
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Jun 30: Sheffield, UK — Utilita Arena
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Jul 2: London, UK — The O2
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Jul 4: Birmingham, UK — BP Pulse Live
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Jul 6: Manchester, UK — Co-op Live
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Jul 30: Wacken, Germany — Wacken Open Air (one wild festival)
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Aug 2: Dubai, UAE — Coca-Cola Arena
A short digression: I missed their last arena show in Manchester and still regret it. Saw a clip online — Joe Elliott in non-ironic silver pants, crowd chanting “Animal.” If you can, don’t wind up scrolling through blurry fan videos wishing you’d grabbed a ticket.
How to Get Def Leppard Tour Tickets?
You’ll want to act fast — pre-sales start for Rock Brigade Concert Club members on September 2 at 10 a.m. Forget clever bots (might win, might lose); old-fashioned persistence and caffeine are your best allies. Been there: once sat refreshing the venue site for an hour, convinced my laptop would combust. Got a ticket eventually, celebrated with a bad air guitar solo. General sale hits Friday, September 5 at 10 a.m. Strictly local time, so set reminders, phone alarms, the whole shebang.
Some tips, because I’ve learned them the hard way:
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Venues matter! Sometimes the “far” seats are closer than they look.
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If you’re club-level (Rock Brigade), the VIP packages can be gold — they go fast, and sometimes you get a legit meet-and-greet, not just a blurry photo op with a cardboard cutout.
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Check second-release waves; occasionally, extra tickets appear after opening sales.
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Resale? Risky, pricey, but honestly sometimes the only hope for procrastinators.
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Tell two trustworthy friends you want tickets. In crisis, it’s power in numbers.
Extreme Guest Spots and Vegas Surprise
It’s not just a night with Def Leppard — most dates feature Extreme as guests (if “Get the Funk Out” is in the set, that’s a win), except for the opening show in Sweden and the wild festival at Wacken. Plus, Def Leppard’s famous Las Vegas residency returns in February 2026, which always seems half-party, half-mythical rock pilgrimage. Picture a neon-lit encore, more sequins than sense, and a crowd half made of die-hards and half lost tourists.
The 2026 Setlist, Nostalgia, and Surprises
Okay, the band claims “a brand new show with surprises and classics.” I wouldn’t bet against a fresh opener or a medley of the deep cuts. If you grew up playing Pyromania at maximum volume, you know the anticipation. My first Leppard gig: sweat, confetti, that guitar intro on “Photograph.” Even in 2026, some rituals don’t change. The crowd will shout, the lights will glare, and the classics… they hit just right.
