Irish indie-rock favorites The Academic are set for a huge return in 2026 with a major European headline run. The tour marks the long-awaited follow-up to their chart-topping album Sitting Pretty and is expected to coincide with their upcoming third LP. The tour kicks off February 11, 2026, at Albert Hall in Manchester, before hitting cities across the UK and Europe, including Glasgow, London, Berlin, Paris, and Lisbon. Additional stops include Cologne, Munich, Vienna, and Prague. Some shows, such as London and Cardiff, are rescheduled dates from the postponed run, giving fans another chance to see the band live. Catch The Academic’s infectious energy and new era of indie brilliance on stage—tickets are on sale now!
The Academic Tour 2026
Feb 11, 2026 – Mar 26, 2026
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The Academic Announce Major European Tour for 2026
The Academic Tour Dates 2026
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About The Academic
Irish indie-rock band The Academic, known for their vibrant melodies and sharp lyricism, have become one of Ireland’s standout modern acts. Following their chart-topping album Sitting Pretty, the band returns to the stage for their 2026 European headline run, starting February 11, 2026, at Albert Hall in Manchester—ushering in a new era of indie brilliance.
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Where is The Academic touring in 2026?
The Academic Tour Dates 2026:
Feb 11 - Manchester, UK - Albert Hall
Feb 12 - Glasgow, UK - Barrowland Ballroom
Feb 13 - Leeds, UK - Leeds Beckett Students Union
Feb 14 - Birmingham, UK - O2 Institute Birmingham
Feb 19 - Cardiff, UK - Tramshed Cardiff
Feb 20 - London, UK - KOKO
Feb 21 - Nottingham, UK - Nottingham, The Level
Mar 04 - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Melkweg
Mar 07 - Cologne, Germany - Bürgerhaus Stollwerck
Mar 09 - Stuttgart, Germany - Im Wizemann
Mar 14 - Vienna, Austria - Szene Wien
Mar 15 - Prague, Czech Republic - Lucerna Music Bar
Mar 16 - Munich, Germany - Werksviertel
Mar 18 - Berlin, Germany - Columbia Theater
Mar 19 - Hamburg, Germany - Mojo Club
Mar 21 - Paris, France - Le Trabendo (Parc de la Villette)
Mar 26 - Lisbon, Portugal - LAV - Lisboa Ao Vivo - Complex