Tickets are now on sale for Billy Ocean's Summer 2026 tour
He will be joined by special guest Marti Pellow
Earlier this month, Billy Ocean announced a string of Summer 2026 dates for the UK, with special guest Marti Pellow. Now after adding an extra date, due to 'exceptional demand', tickets have gone on sale to see the 'Caribbean Queen' singer.
The series of dates will see Billy take to the stage at various outdoor venues, starting at Leigh Sports Village Stadium at the end of May and continuing throughout June and July, ending on 20th August at Colchester Castle Summer Series.
Announcing the exciting news on social media, Billy wrote: 'The party doesn't stop.
'Next summer Billy will be hitting the road for a series of headlining UK shows, with very special guest @martipellowofficial.
'Stay tuned for a special artist pre-sale starting 10am, Wednesday Oct 15.'
A day after announcing his tour, he posted an update to fans writing: 'Due to exceptional demand we're already adding a second date at Halifax's Piece Hall to Billy's UK tour next year.'
What dates is Billy Ocean performing in the UK?
Billy will be performing several dates across the UK next year. See the full list of dates below.
May 2026
Leigh, Leigh Sports Village Stadium – Thu 29th
June 2026
Lincoln, Live at Lincoln Castle – Sat 20th
Southampton, Southampton Summer Sessions – Sun 21st
Llangollen, Live at Llangollen Pavilion – Sat 27th
Scarborough, Live at Scarborough Open Air Theatre – Sun 28th
July 2026
Cardiff, Depot Live – Thu 9th
Halifax, Live at The Piece Hall – Fri 10th
Halifax, Live at The Piece Hall – Sun 12th - NEW DATE
August 2026
Colchester, Colchester Castle Summer Series – Thu 20th
Who will be supporting him?
Billy will be supported by former Wet Wet Wet singer and solo artist Marti Pellow. Marti, who is currently on his own 'Love Is All Around Tour', will be Billy's special guest at all of his UK dates.
How to buy tickets
Tickets are now on sale to see Billy Ocean from Aloud.com
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