British Star Lily Allen Sets Dates for Largest Ever Australasian Tour in 2026
Pop icon Lily Allen will return to Australia and New Zealand in October 2026 for her most ambitious arena tour to date. The singer plans to visit five major cities to perform her latest concept album in its entirety alongside classic hits.
Seven Year Hiatus Ends Following Shift to Theatrical Acting
Allen has not performed in the region since 2019, she spent much of the intervening time focusing on her acting career in London’s West End. This period included an Olivier Award-nominated performance in 2:22 A Ghost Story, this theatrical experience heavily influenced her latest musical output. The tour supports her recent album Lily Allen released titled West End Girl, this record explores complex themes of identity and separation following her marital breakdown. Critics have praised the album for its narrative depth, it debuted in the top ten across local charts upon its release.
Arena Schedule Reveals Full Performance of New Concept Album
Frontier Touring confirmed the schedule begins in New Zealand at Spark Arena in Auckland on October 21 before moving to Australian shores. The itinerary stops at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on October 23, Sydney’s TikTok Entertainment Centre on October 25, and Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne on October 28. The final show takes place in Perth at the RAC Arena on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
The shows will feature a unique format where Allen performs the new album sequentially in its entirety, fans can also expect a second set featuring career-defining hits like "Smile" and "Not Fair." General public tickets go on sale Monday, February 9, 2026, presale options start earlier in the week for registered members. The promoters have secured these major venues to accommodate expected demand for her return.
Large Production Offers Unique Experience for Multi-Generational Fanbase
This run of shows represents a significant scaling up of Allen's live production capabilities, it serves as her largest headline tour in this specific market. Organizers have licensed all dates as all-ages events, this decision allows younger audiences to experience the performance alongside long-term followers. The inclusion of her entire new narrative arc alongside pop classics provides a comprehensive look at her artistic evolution over two decades.
Ticket demand is expected to be high given the seven year absence, promoters urge fans to prepare for the presale dates beginning February 4.
