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Nothing But Thieves Tour – 2026 Dates Festival Updates

Nothing But Thieves 2026 Tour: Dates, Setlist and Updates

Nothing But Thieves have confirmed several festival appearances across the UK and Europe for 2026. The British rock band will appear at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland and return to Rock For People in the Czech Republic, among other confirmed dates. As of the latest available information, no cancellations have been reported and no 2027 dates have been announced.

The upcoming tour marks the band’s continued presence on the European festival circuit following their 2024 touring activities, which included performances in London, Paris, and Amsterdam. Ticket availability for confirmed 2026 dates varies by event, with several festivals still in their presale phase or awaiting full venue details.

Those seeking the most current schedule information are advised to monitor official band channels and primary ticketing platforms, as festival-specific details continue to be released throughout the year.

Nothing But Thieves 2026 Tour Dates

The band has announced a series of festival appearances spanning multiple countries throughout 2026. The confirmed schedule centres on major European festivals, with UK, Central European, and Scandinavian events forming the backbone of the touring calendar.

Upcoming Dates

May 23, 2026: Sunderland
June 10-14, 2026: Hradec Králové

Tour Status

No confirmed cancellations reported across any 2026 date

Regions Covered

UK, Czech Republic, Norway, Germany, Switzerland

Tickets

Available via Ticketmaster, Bandsintown, and official band site

Key Insights

  • Radio 1’s Big Weekend on May 23, 2026, marks one of the earliest confirmed UK appearances of the year
  • Rock For People in Hradec Králové (June 10-14, 2026) represents a return to a venue the band has previously visited
  • Multiple German festivals appear on the schedule, including Hurricane Festival and Southside Festival
  • Bergenfest in Norway and OpenAir St. Gallen in Switzerland round out the confirmed international dates
  • Several dates remain listed without specific venue information, pending confirmation from festival organisers
  • No North American tour dates have been announced for 2026

Full Confirmed Schedule

Date Event Location Status
May 23, 2026 Radio 1’s Big Weekend Sunderland, United Kingdom Confirmed
June 10-14, 2026 Rock For People Hradec Králové, Czech Republic Confirmed
June 13, 2026 Rock for People 2026 Park 360, Hradec Králové Confirmed
2026 (date TBD) Bergenfest Norway Festival listed; date pending
2026 (date TBD) Hurricane Festival Germany Festival listed; date pending
2026 (date TBD) Southside Festival Germany Festival listed; date pending
2026 (date TBD) OpenAir St. Gallen Switzerland Festival listed; date pending
Additional Potential Dates

Concert tracking platforms also list the band in connection with Open Flair Festival (Eschwege, Germany), Taubertal Open Air (Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany), a July 3 appearance at Finsbury Park in London, and an August 21 date at the Royal Highland Centre in Scotland. None of these dates appear on the band’s official website or primary ticketing platforms as confirmed engagements.

Is the Nothing But Thieves Tour Cancelled?

Based on available information from official sources, no cancellations have been reported for any Nothing But Thieves 2026 tour dates. The band’s confirmed schedule remains active, with festival appearances proceeding as listed across multiple independent event tracking platforms.

Concert calendars maintained by Songkick, Bandsintown, and the band’s own official website continue to display the same set of confirmed 2026 dates without alteration. Ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster and Live Nation also list available inventory for these events without flagging cancellations.

The absence of reported cancellations stands in contrast to speculation that sometimes circulates in fan communities regarding tour schedules. Official announcements from the band’s verified channels remain the most reliable source for any future changes to the itinerary.

What to Do If Your Date Is Not Listed

For fans whose preferred dates or venues do not appear in the confirmed schedule, several steps may help locate additional information. First, checking the official band website directly provides the most current verified schedule. Second, concert tracking services such as Songkick aggregate listings from multiple sources and may include dates not yet featured on the main website. Third, subscription to notification services on platforms like Ticketmaster can alert fans when new dates are added.

Nothing But Thieves Tour Setlist

No specific setlist for the 2026 tour has been made publicly available from official sources. The band has not published a confirmed song list for upcoming performances, and verified concert databases have not yet reported on the contents of planned 2026 shows.

For those seeking information about what to expect at upcoming performances, historical setlist data from previous Nothing But Thieves tours may provide some indication. Past touring cycles have typically featured a mix of material spanning the band’s discography, with varying emphasis on tracks from their most recent studio releases.

Setlist Availability

Concert databases and fan sites have not yet published specific setlist information for 2026 performances. As the tour progresses and festival dates approach, setlist details may become available through official channels or verified fan communities. Concert-goers attending early dates may wish to follow the band’s social media accounts for potential updates.

Where to Find Setlist Updates

As the 2026 tour moves closer to its start date, setlist information may appear through several channels. The band’s official social media accounts occasionally share information about live performances. Concert database websites such as Setlist.fm compile information from fan submissions following live events. Additionally, fan communities on platforms like Reddit may share setlist information quickly after individual shows conclude.

Nothing But Thieves Europe and UK Tour Plans

The confirmed 2026 schedule reflects a strategic focus on festival appearances across the UK and Europe, a touring approach the band has employed in previous years. Festival slots allow artists to reach large audiences without the logistical demands of a full headline tour, and the confirmed dates span a geographic range from Sunderland in the north of England to Hradec Králové in the Czech Republic.

2026 UK Appearances

The May 23 appearance at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland represents the band’s sole confirmed UK festival slot for 2026 at this stage. The event, a long-running BBC Radio 1 tradition, typically features a diverse lineup of contemporary artists across multiple stages.

References to a potential July 3 appearance at Finsbury Park in London and an August 21 date at the Royal Highland Centre in Scotland have appeared on concert tracking platforms but have not been verified through official announcements. Fans interested in additional UK dates should monitor official channels for future announcements.

2026 European Appearances

The Rock For People festival in the Czech Republic represents the most substantial confirmed European commitment for 2026, with the band listed across multiple dates within the multi-day event. The festival, which takes place at Park 360 in Hradec Králové, has hosted the band in previous years.

German festival appearances feature prominently in the 2026 schedule, with Hurricane Festival, Southside Festival, Open Flair Festival, and Taubertal Open Air all appearing in connection with the band across various tracking platforms. Bergenfest in Norway and OpenAir St. Gallen in Switzerland complete the international festival commitments.

Looking Ahead to 2027

No dates for 2027 have been announced by the band or confirmed through official ticketing channels. Concert tracking platforms and the band’s own website currently display no information regarding plans beyond the 2026 festival season.

Future Dates Not Confirmed

Information regarding Nothing But Thieves touring plans for 2027 has not been published through verified sources. Any speculation about future tour dates should be treated as unconfirmed until official announcements are made through the band’s verified channels.

Tour History and Timeline

Nothing But Thieves has maintained a consistent touring presence in the UK and Europe over recent years, with the 2026 festival appearances representing the latest chapter in their ongoing live performance history.

  1. 2024: The band completed a European touring cycle including performances in London, Paris, and Amsterdam. These dates are now listed as past events on ticketing platforms.
  2. Early 2025: Festival announcements for 2026 began appearing across multiple platforms, with Rock For People and Radio 1’s Big Weekend among the first confirmed dates.
  3. 2026 (May): The touring calendar opens with Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland on May 23.
  4. 2026 (June): Rock For People in Hradec Králové spans multiple dates from June 10-14, with the band listed for specific performances.
  5. 2026 (Summer): Additional European festivals including Bergenfest, Hurricane Festival, Southside Festival, and OpenAir St. Gallen are listed for the 2026 season without confirmed specific dates.
  6. 2026 and beyond: No official information regarding dates beyond the confirmed 2026 festival appearances has been released.

What Is Confirmed and What Remains Uncertain

Confirmed Information

  • May 23, 2026: Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Sunderland
  • June 10-14, 2026: Rock For People, Czech Republic
  • June 13, 2026: Park 360, Hradec Králové
  • 2026 festival appearances in Norway, Germany, Switzerland
  • No cancellations reported as of current date
  • Tickets available via Ticketmaster and official site
  • No 2027 dates announced

Information That Remains Uncertain

  • Specific dates for Bergenfest, Hurricane, Southside, OpenAir St. Gallen
  • Venue details for several listed festivals
  • Additional UK headline dates beyond Radio 1’s Big Weekend
  • Finsbury Park and Royal Highland Centre dates (platform-listed but unverified)
  • 2027 touring plans or announcements
  • Specific setlist content for 2026 performances
  • North American touring plans for 2026

Background: Nothing But Thieves and Festival Touring

Nothing But Thieves have established themselves as a consistent presence on European festival lineups over recent years. Their approach to touring has balanced festival appearances with headline shows, though the 2026 schedule to date leans heavily toward the festival circuit.

Festival touring represents a particular set of considerations for artists and audiences alike. Festival appearances typically offer broader exposure to new audiences and the energy of multi-day events, though they may limit the ability to deliver the full concert experience that headline shows provide. The band’s confirmed 2026 schedule reflects this balance, with festival slots dominating the announced dates.

The band’s presence at Rock For People marks a return to a venue they have visited previously, suggesting an ongoing relationship with the Czech festival. Similarly, the return to Radio 1’s Big Weekend builds on previous festival appearances that have helped establish the band’s UK audience.

Sources and Verification

Information in this article has been drawn from verified official sources and independent concert tracking platforms. The following sources have been consulted in preparing this overview:

The band’s official website (nbthieves.com) serves as the primary source for confirmed tour dates and represents the most authoritative reference point for the band’s own announcements.

Ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster and Live Nation list confirmed ticket availability for upcoming performances and provide secondary verification of scheduled dates.

Concert tracking services including Songkick, Music Festival Wizard, and Apple Concerts aggregate festival appearances from multiple sources and provide cross-referenced date information.

Summary

Nothing But Thieves have confirmed a series of festival appearances across the UK and Europe for 2026, including Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland and Rock For People in the Czech Republic. Additional appearances at festivals in Norway, Germany, and Switzerland complete the current confirmed schedule. No cancellations have been reported, and no 2027 dates have been announced. Specific setlist information remains unavailable from official sources. Fans seeking the most current information should monitor the official band website and primary ticketing platforms for updates as the 2026 festival season approaches.

Those interested in comparing touring schedules across similar acts may find the Luke Combs UK Tour 2026 and Sabrina Carpenter UK Tour overviews informative for context on how major touring acts approach their European schedules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has the Nothing But Thieves 2026 tour been cancelled?

No cancellations have been reported for any Nothing But Thieves 2026 dates. All confirmed festival appearances, including Radio 1’s Big Weekend and Rock For People, remain scheduled as listed on official and ticketing platforms.

What are the confirmed Nothing But Thieves tour dates for 2026?

Confirmed dates include May 23, 2026 at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland and June 10-14, 2026 at Rock For People in Hradec Králové, Czech Republic. Additional festival appearances in Norway, Germany, and Switzerland are listed for 2026 without specific dates.

Are there Nothing But Thieves tour dates for 2027?

No 2027 dates have been announced. The band’s official website and ticketing platforms currently display no information regarding plans beyond the confirmed 2026 festival season.

Where can I buy tickets for Nothing But Thieves 2026 shows?

Tickets for confirmed 2026 dates are available through Ticketmaster, Bandsintown, and the band’s official website. Availability varies by event, with some festivals still in presale phases.

What setlist should I expect at Nothing But Thieves 2026 concerts?

No specific setlist information for 2026 performances has been published through official channels. Historical data from previous touring cycles may provide general expectations, but verified setlist details for the current tour cycle are not yet available.

Is Nothing But Thieves touring in the US in 2026?

No North American tour dates for Nothing But Thieves in 2026 have been announced. The confirmed 2026 schedule focuses on UK and European festival appearances.

Will Nothing But Thieves play at Finsbury Park in 2026?

A July 3 date at Finsbury Park in London has appeared on concert tracking platforms but has not been confirmed through official band channels or primary ticketing platforms. Fans should verify through the official website before making travel arrangements.


Leon Carter
Leon CarterStaff Writer

Leon Carter is Celebrity & Royals Correspondent at CultureObserver.uk, covering celebrity news, royal coverage and red-carpet reporting.