James Blunt Announces Huge UK Arena Tour
James Blunt is hitting the road for a major arena run across the UK in 2027, and this one is a big deal. The James Blunt UK tour 2027 announcement covers 10 UK dates, taking in Manchester, London, Glasgow, Belfast, Cardiff, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham, Brighton, and Bournemouth. Tickets go on general sale on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 10:00 BST, with a handful of presales kicking off earlier in the week. Follow James Blunt on Evnt Central so you're first to hear about any new dates.
James Blunt UK Tour 2027 Dates
All times below are in BST (British Summer Time, UTC+1) where applicable, or GMT (UTC+0) where relevant. General sale for all UK dates opens Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 10:00 BST.
Saturday, 26 March 2027 – First Direct Arena, Leeds
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
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| Venue Presale | Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 6 tickets per person/household.
Sunday, 27 March 2027 – bp pulse LIVE, Birmingham
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| Venue Presale | Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 6 tickets per person/household.
Saturday, 28 March 2027 – Utilita Arena Newcastle
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Maximum of 6 tickets per person/household. All ages.
Tip: Each event page on Evnt Central lists all presales and links in one place. Follow the event to get a free reminder before each sale opens.
Tuesday, 30 March 2027 – 3Arena, Dublin
| Sale | Day & Time |
|---|---|
| Artist Presale | Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| Three+ Presale | Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Note: Dublin is in IST (UTC+1 during summer), so times are the same as BST.
Wednesday, 31 March 2027 – The O2 Belfast
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| O2 Priority Presale | Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| Artist Presale | Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Anyone under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Fully seated venue.
Thursday, 1 April 2027 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
Note: The event date in the data is listed as 2 April 2027. Please verify on the event page.
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| OVO Presale | Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 6 tickets per person/household. Note: Level 3 is accessible by stairs only.
Friday, 2 April 2027 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| OVO Presale | Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 6 tickets per person/household.
Don't miss a date: Check the James Blunt artist page on Evnt Central for a full list of all events and their presale links in one place.
Saturday, 3 April 2027 – Co-op Live, Manchester
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| Artist Presale | Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| Co-op Presale | Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 15s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 8 tickets per person/household.
Sunday, 4 April 2027 – The O2, London
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 6 tickets per person/household. Cardholder must be present when collecting tickets.
Monday, 6 April 2027 – Utilita Arena Cardiff
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| Artist Presale | Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| Venue Presale | Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 6 tickets per person/household. A £3.00 per ticket renovation levy applies.
Tuesday, 7 April 2027 – Bournemouth International Centre
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 6 tickets per person/household.
Wednesday, 8 April 2027 – The Brighton Centre
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Maximum of 8 tickets per person/household. Under 14s not permitted in standing areas.
Tuesday, 28 April 2027 – Utilita Arena Newcastle
| Sale | Day & Time (BST) |
|---|---|
| General Sale | Wednesday, 9 September 2026, 10:00 BST |
Restrictions: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18.
Presale Information
Several James Blunt UK tour dates have presales running in the days before general sale opens, giving fans an early shot at securing their spot. Having multiple presales across different dates is genuinely useful, as it means more routes in before the crowd arrives on Wednesday morning.
Artist Presale
Dates: Belfast (Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 10:00 BST), Cardiff & Manchester (Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST)
To access this presale, you'll need to pre-order the new album or, for UK fans, simply sign up without making a purchase. Head over to the relevant event pages on Evnt Central for all sign-up links and exact timings.
O2 Priority Presale
Date: Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST (Belfast)
O2 or Virgin Media customers can access this presale through the O2 Priority platform. Check the Belfast event page for the direct link.
Co-op Presale
Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 10:00 BST (Manchester)
You'll need to be a Co-op member (free to join) and use the Co-op app to access this one. Check the Manchester event page for full details.
OVO Presale
Date: Monday, 7 September 2026, 10:00 BST (Glasgow)
OVO Energy or SSE Energy Services customers can access this presale by creating an OVO Live account. Visit the Glasgow event page for the link.
Venue Presales
Dates: Leeds, Birmingham, Cardiff (Tuesday, 8 September 2026, 10:00 BST)
Each of these presales requires you to sign up to that venue's newsletter. Be aware that by the time you sign up, the presale email may have already been sent, so it's worth doing this as early as possible. Links for each are on the individual event pages.
For every presale link and timing in one place, head straight to the James Blunt artist page on Evnt Central.
Could More Dates Be Added?
It's very common for artists of James Blunt's level to add further tour dates once initial tickets sell through quickly. Extra shows frequently appear at short notice, sometimes within days of the original announcement, or after a run sells out. Following James Blunt on Evnt Central means you'll get an instant notification the moment any new date is added, so you can be straight into the queue before the wider public even knows. Download the Evnt Central app at evntcentral.com/app to make sure you never miss a new date.
How to Maximise Your Chances of Getting James Blunt Tickets
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Get your presale sorted early. Check which presales apply to your date and make sure you've signed up or qualified ahead of time. Don't leave it until the morning of the presale.
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Follow the event on Evnt Central. You'll get a free reminder before each presale and the general sale, so you're never caught off guard. Find your date in the listings above and hit follow.
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Have your payment details ready. Log into your ticketing account beforehand, confirm your address and card details are up to date, and remove any friction from the checkout process.
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Use the event page for direct links. Rather than searching on the morning, bookmark the event page on Evnt Central for your date. All presale and general sale links are in one place.
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Be online at least five minutes early. Queues can fill up quickly, and being in the virtual queue before the clock strikes matters.
FAQ
What presales are available for James Blunt?
Presales vary by venue. Across the UK dates, there are Artist Presales, an O2 Priority Presale, a Co-op Presale, an OVO Presale, and Venue Presales for select arenas. For a complete breakdown of which presales apply to your specific date, visit the relevant James Blunt event page on Evnt Central, where all presales and links are listed together.
How do I qualify for the James Blunt presale?
It depends on the presale. The Artist Presale requires signing up to the mailing list or pre-ordering the new album (UK fans don't need to purchase). The O2 Priority Presale is for O2 or Virgin Media customers. The Co-op Presale requires a free Co-op membership and the Co-op app. The OVO Presale is for OVO or SSE Energy Services customers with an OVO Live account. Venue Presales require signing up to the relevant venue newsletter. Head to the event page on Evnt Central for your date to find all the sign-up links in one spot.
How much are James Blunt tickets?
Pricing hasn't been confirmed in the announced details. Ticket prices will be visible once sales open. Check the James Blunt event pages on Evnt Central for up-to-date pricing information as it becomes available.
What time do James Blunt tickets go on sale?
The general sale for all UK dates opens at 10:00 BST on Wednesday, 9 September 2026. Several presales begin earlier in the week, from Monday, 7 September. Check the tour dates section above or the individual event pages on Evnt Central for exact presale times by venue.
Where can I buy James Blunt tickets?
All ticket links for James Blunt UK tour 2026 dates are available through the event pages on Evnt Central. Each page links directly to the relevant retailer for that venue's presales and general sale.
Don't Miss Out on the James Blunt UK Tour 2026
With 10 UK arena dates and presales starting as early as Monday, 7 September, preparation really does make the difference here. Follow James Blunt on Evnt Central to get instant alerts if new dates are announced, follow your specific event to receive free sale reminders, and keep the event page bookmarked so every link is at your fingertips when the queues open. Download the Evnt Central app at evntcentral.com/app for presale guides, sale countdowns, instant notifications, and everything else you need to stay ahead of demand.
