Legendary progressive rock band Jethro Tull is gearing up for a major tour in 2026 in support of their latest album Curious Ruminant, continuing a remarkable late-career resurgence. The trek will cover dozens of dates across the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Portugal and more — a sprawling run that celebrates both the band’s storied past and their ongoing creative vitality.
Frontman Ian Anderson and the current lineup — featuring long-time collaborators David Goodier (bass), John O’Hara (keyboards), Scott Hammond (drums) and newcomer Jack Clark (guitar) — will perform a mix of classic Tull material and selections from Curious Ruminant, which reflects the band’s 24-album catalog dating back to their 1968 beginnings.
Tour Route & Dates — U.K. and Beyond
The core of the 2026 run is The Curiosity Tour in the United Kingdom, scheduled for April and May 2026. The trek begins in Perth and moves through major cities including Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Liverpool, Sheffield and London, wrapping in Eastbourne in mid-May.
U.K. Dates (Apr–May 2026)
- Apr 19 – Perth Concert Hall, Perth
- Apr 20 – Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
- Apr 22 – Usher Hall, Edinburgh
- Apr 23 – O2 City Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Apr 25 – King George’s Hall, Blackburn
- Apr 26 – The Lowry, Salford Quays
- Apr 28 – Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool
- Apr 29 – City Hall, Sheffield
- May 2 – Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent
- May 3 – Symphony Hall, Birmingham
- May 5 – De Montfort Hall, Leicester
- May 6 – The London Palladium
- May 8 – The Anvil, Basingstoke
- May 9 – Brangwyn Hall, Swansea
- May 10 – Bristol Beacon, Bristol
- May 12 – Hall for Cornwall, Truro
- May 13 – Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth
- May 15 – O2 Guildhall, Southampton
- May 16 – Congress Theatre, Eastbourne
In addition to the U.K. dates, the band’s broader 2026 schedule spans continental Europe with stops in Germany, Italy, Spain, Finland, Denmark, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and more, stretching from February through November 2026. Cities include Munich, Trieste, Lisbon, Dresden, Butzbach, Pistoia, Loket, Helsinki, Herning, Copenhagen, Berlin, Zürich, Bregenz, Linz and Vienna.
What Fans Can Expect
According to Jethro Tull’s official announcement, The Curiosity Tour is designed to showcase the breadth of the band’s career, from early classics to songs from Curious Ruminant, released in 2025. The performances are expected to feature full-scale video production and a setlist that touches on deep cuts and fan favorites alike, appealing to longtime followers as well as newer audiences.
Ticket presales and general sales for the U.K. leg were rolled out through the band’s official channels and ticketing partners, with strong demand noted in cities across England, Scotland and Wales.
A Legacy Revisited
Jethro Tull’s journey began in 1968 and has seen numerous evolutions over the decades. Their work has spanned folk, prog and hard rock, anchored by Anderson’s distinctive flute playing and adventurous songwriting. While Anderson once retired the Tull name in the early 2010s, the band’s continued output and touring affirm a vibrant ongoing legacy.
The 2026 tour represents one of the band’s most ambitious schedules in years, blending celebration and reinvention as Tull returns to stages across Europe and the U.K. — a testament to their enduring influence and devoted fanbase.
