Strictly Tour 2026 Brings Glitz and Glamour to UK Arenas
The Nation’s Favourite Dance Show Hits the Road
The Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour is waltzing its way into arenas across the UK this January and February, helping us to start 2026 in spectacular style. This eagerly anticipated annual tour brings the magic of the BBC’s hit television series to stages nationwide, offering fans an unmissable opportunity to experience the sparkle, excitement and world-class entertainment up close. With tickets already on sale, dance enthusiasts and families alike are preparing for what promises to be another unforgettable celebration of everything that makes Strictly a British television phenomenon.
Star-Studded Judges and Host Return
Get tickets to the dazzling Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2026, starring judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood, and hosted by Janette Manrara. Anton Du Beke said: “I’m back for my fourth Strictly tour and it honestly just keeps getting better and better. The judging panel brings their signature wit, expertise and entertainment value, whilst the audience, who can vote using their mobile phones to decide who is the winner, holds the ultimate power to crown each night’s Glitterball Trophy winner.
Confirmed Celebrity Couples and Tour Dates
Get ready to see, Gladiator and Olympian Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and his dance partner Karen Hauer, and performer La Voix & Aljaž Škorjanec. TV Star and Broadcaster Vicky Pattison and Kai Widdrington & trailblazing model, actor and influencer Ellie Goldstein and Vito Coppola. The 2026 tour kicks off at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on 23 January, before visiting Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield, Liverpool, Glasgow and Nottingham, and culminating at London’s O2 Arena on 15 February 2026.
What to Expect from the Live Experience
Get set for a glittering celebration of everything you love about the nation’s favourite TV show, complete with show-stopping routines, stunning group numbers, and breathtaking live music from the iconic Strictly band and singers. We bring all the glitz, glamour and gorgeousness to an arena near you, so fans can enjoy the spectacle of the TV show and their favourite celebrities and dancers up-close and personal.
Significance for Dance Entertainment
The Strictly Live Tour 2026 represents more than just entertainment; it’s a cultural phenomenon that kicks off the new year with positivity, artistry and community spirit. For fans unable to secure tickets to the television show tapings, the tour offers an accessible way to be part of the Strictly magic. The tour’s inclusive approach, featuring British Sign Language interpreters displayed on large screens, ensures audiences of all abilities can enjoy the spectacular performances together with family and friends, reinforcing Strictly’s position as Britain’s most beloved dance entertainment franchise.