While Strictly Come Dancing 2025 is building toward its glittering finale, the BBC ballroom is already looking ahead — and fans won’t have to wait long to keep the magic alive. The Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2026 has officially been announced, and tickets are already on sale.
Every year, the live tour transforms arenas across the UK into sparkling dancefloors throughout January and February, giving audiences the chance to experience the glamour, drama, and jaw-dropping routines up close. With the show down to its final contenders for the Glitterball Trophy, demand for the 2026 tour is already soaring.
One of the first celebrities confirmed is quarter-finalist Lewis Cope, who made history as the highest-scoring male contestant ever on Strictly. Speaking about his return, he said he’s “not ready to hang up his dancing shoes just yet,” adding that joining the tour feels like the perfect continuation of an unforgettable journey.
How to Get Tickets for the Strictly Live Tour 2026
Tickets for the 2026 Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour are available now via Ticketmaster. With multiple dates and venues across the UK, fans have plenty of options — but with the tour’s popularity growing every year, early booking is strongly advised.
The tour runs throughout January and February 2026, making it an ideal Christmas gift or New Year treat for any Strictly fan.
Strictly Come Dancing 2026 Live Tour Dates
The tour will visit arenas across the UK, including:
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Birmingham Utilita Arena: 23–25 January
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Newcastle Utilita Arena: 27–28 January
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Leeds First Direct Arena: 29–30 January
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Manchester AO Arena: 31 January – 1 February
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Sheffield Utilita Arena: 3–4 February
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Liverpool M&S Bank Arena: 5–6 February
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Glasgow OVO Hydro: 7–8 February
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Nottingham Motorpoint Arena: 10–12 February
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London The O2: 13–15 February
Each location features a mix of afternoon and evening performances.
Who’s Taking Part in the 2026 Strictly Live Tour?
A star-studded line-up of celebrities from the Class of 2025 will hit the road, including Harry Aikines-Aryeerty, finalist George Clarke, Lewis Cope, Jimmy Floyd-Hasselbaink, Ellie Goldstein, Vicky Pattison, and La Voix. Also joining the tour is Layton Williams, who returns following his memorable appearance during Blackpool Week.
Fans can also expect performances from some of Strictly’s most popular professional dancers, including Vito Coppola, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Lauren Oakley, Aljaž Škorjanec, Alexis Warr, and Kai Widdrington.
Judges and Hosts Returning
Judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, and Craig Revel Horwood will all appear on the tour, with Revel Horwood also taking on directing duties. Former professional dancer and It Takes Two host Janette Manrara returns as tour host.
Shirley Ballas said:
“The Strictly Live Tour is always the best way to start the new year. I can’t wait to bring the magic of Strictly to fans across the country once again.”
Anton Du Beke added:
“I’m back for my fourth tour and it just keeps getting better. The energy from the audience every night is truly magical.”
Craig Revel Horwood promised fans a spectacular experience, saying the tour delivers “all the glitz, glamour and gorgeousness of the BBC series — live and up close.”
With sequins, show-stopping routines, and a cast packed with fan favourites, the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2026 promises to be a dazzling celebration of everything viewers love about the show.
Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One on Saturdays and Sundays.
