The latest season of Strictly Come Dancing, which began this month, has just started, but the BBC is already gearing up for next year’s lineup of exciting events. The highly anticipated Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour is set to make a return in 2026, featuring this year’s contestants competing for the Glitter Ball in various UK arenas.
Scheduled to commence in January 2026, the tour will showcase the stars and finalists of Strictly Come Dancing as they showcase their dancing prowess each night. Although the celebrity lineup is yet to be revealed, the judging panel comprising the renowned Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, and Craig Revel Horwood is confirmed, with professional dancer Janette Manrara as the host for each show.
The tour will span multiple days at select venues, such as Birmingham’s Utilita Arena, Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, Leeds’ First Direct Arena, and London’s O2 Arena, featuring multiple shows daily at 2:30pm and 7:30pm.
Tickets for the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2026 are now available, with early access and presale opportunities for eager fans. Ticketmaster will release presale tickets starting Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 10am, with eligibility criteria outlined on their website.
General ticket sales will commence on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 10am, offering tickets through various online retailers, including Ticketmaster and the official Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour website. Ticketmaster is expected to have the largest ticket inventory for the event.
Shirley Ballas expressed her excitement for the upcoming tour, highlighting it as a fantastic way to kick off the new year, while Craig Revel Horwood emphasized the show’s appeal, promising a glamorous and entertaining experience for families.
Fans can look forward to an unforgettable experience as the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour brings the magic of the beloved TV show to arenas nationwide in 2026.