Placebo’s 30th Anniversary Headline Tour Announcement
Celebrating Three Decades of Music
Placebo, the iconic alternative rock band fronted by Brian Molko and Stefan Olsdal, has announced an extensive headline tour to commemorate their 30th anniversary. The tour will span from September to December 2026, featuring performances that highlight tracks from their self-titled debut album and the critically acclaimed follow-up, Without You I’m Nothing.
Tour Dates and Locations
The anniversary tour will kick off in Oporto at the Super Bock Arena on September 28, 2026, and will conclude just before Christmas at the Utilita Arena in Cardiff. Below are the confirmed dates and venues:
September
- 28 – Oporto, Super Bock Arena
- 29 – Lisbon, Sagres Campo Pequeno
October
- 1 – Madrid, Movistar Arena (The Ring)
- 3 – Barcelona, St. Jordi Club
- 5 – Toulouse, Zenith
- 7 – Nantes, Zenith
- 9 – Esch-sur-Alzette, Rockhal
- 12 – Leipzig, Quarterback Immobilien Arena
- 15 – Vilnius, Twinsbet Arena
- 16 – Riga, Xiaomi Arēna
- 18 – Helsinki, Veikkaus Arena
- 20 – Stockholm, Annexet
- 22 – Oslo, Spektrum
- 24 – Copenhagen, KB Hall
- 26 – Hamburg, Barclays Arena
- 27 – Amsterdam, Ziggo Dome
- 29 – Frankfurt, Festhalle
November
- 1 – Antwerp, Afas Dome
- 2 – Cologne, Lanxess Arena
- 4 – Zurich, Hallenstadion
- 6 – Milan, Unipol Forum
- 9 – Munich, Olympiahalle
- 10 – Vienna, Stadthalle
- 13 – Budapest, Arena
- 15 – Prague, Fortuna Sports Hall
- 16 – Berlin, Uber Arena
- 18 – Lodz, Atlas Arena
- 21 – Stuttgart, Hans-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
- 23 – Lyon, LDLC Arena
- 25 – Paris, Accor Arena
- 28 – Nottingham, NIC Arena
- 30 – Glasgow, OVO Hydro
December
- 2 – Dublin, 3 Arena
- 4 – Manchester, Co-op Live Arena
- 5 – London, OVO Wembley Arena
- 7 – Cardiff, Utilita Arena
New Album: Placebo RE:CREATED
Before hitting the road, Placebo will release Placebo RE:CREATED, a reimagined version of their debut album, on June 19, 2026. This album, described by the band as a “director’s cut,” aims to bring the original tracks into the modern era while maintaining their original essence. The band explained, “We haven’t recreated it from scratch. We went back to the original master tapes and brought 30 years of playing these songs live back into the record.”
A Reflection on Their Journey
The reworked album serves not only as a celebration of their roots but also as a bridge connecting their past with their present. The band expressed, “This project was about finally finishing the record… It’s a way of honoring that innocence while letting the songs exist with the scale, confidence, and energy of the band we’ve become.”
Conclusion
Placebo’s 30th anniversary tour promises to be a significant event for fans and newcomers alike, celebrating the band’s influential music and the legacy they have built over three decades. With the new album set to be released shortly before the tour, fans will have the opportunity to hear both beloved classics and refreshed renditions live on stage.
FAQs
When do tickets go on sale for the tour?
Tickets will be available for general sale on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 9am local time.
Will the band perform new material during the tour?
While the focus of the tour will be on their classic albums, they may also incorporate tracks from their upcoming album, Placebo RE:CREATED.
How can I stay updated on Placebo’s tour and album news?
Fans can follow Placebo on their official social media channels and website for the latest announcements regarding the tour and album releases.
