Ariana Grande has confirmed her return to the stage in the UK next summer, marking a highly anticipated comeback for the Grammy-winning singer. The artist, aged 32, will perform a five-night headline residency at London’s O2 Arena from August 15 to August 23, 2026, as part of her *Eternal Sunshine Tour*. This will be Grande’s first live performances since 2019.
In recent years, Grande has shifted her focus towards her acting career, notably starring as Glinda in the film adaptation of *Wicked: For Good*. According to *The Sun*, tickets for the upcoming shows will be available for purchase starting September 16, with general sales commencing on September 18.
The tour supports her seventh studio album, *Eternal Sunshine*, which was released in March 2024, along with its deluxe reissue, *Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead*. Grande’s extensive tour will kick off at the Oakland Arena on June 6, 2026, and will include multiple performances in major cities across North America, such as Los Angeles, Austin, Brooklyn, Boston, Montreal, and Chicago, before concluding its European leg in London.
Grande’s absence from touring has been notable, following a seven-year hiatus since her *Sweetener World Tour*. As she prepares for this new chapter, she expresses enthusiasm about returning to her musical roots. A source close to the artist revealed to *The Sun*: “Ariana is raring to go with her return to the stage. She has spent a couple of years acting but feels in a really good spot to tour again. Right now, it’s only a few dates, but there is always scope to add more when, not if, they sell out.”
Previously, Grande has shared her conflicted feelings about balancing her music career with her acting pursuits. She stated, “Music will always be a part of my life, but I feel so grateful to the acting.”
Born Ariana Grande-Butera on June 26, 1993, she began her career on Nickelodeon’s *Victorious* before transitioning to a successful music career. With her impressive four-octave vocal range, she has earned two Grammy Awards and produced multiple number-one singles. Albums such as *Sweetener* and *Thank U, Next* solidified her status as a global pop icon. Recently, her portrayal of Glinda has garnered critical acclaim and even an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
As fans eagerly await her return, Grande’s upcoming tour promises to be a celebration of both her musical legacy and her recent achievements in film.
