The excitement around The Cure has reached a new peak as the band officially confirm a massive 2026 global tour, marking their most expansive run in years. After months of speculation and quiet hints from Robert Smith, the announcement landed with overwhelming fan reaction, signaling a full return to the world’s biggest stages. This tour is being framed as both a celebration of their legacy and a continuation of their late-career creative resurgence, promising long, emotionally charged performances that span decades of material.
The tour is set to kick off in March 2026 in Glasgow, before moving through the UK with stops in Manchester (March 18), London – Wembley Stadium (March 21–22), and Dublin (March 25). From there, the band heads into mainland Europe, including Paris (March 29), Berlin (April 2), Amsterdam (April 5), Rome (April 9), and Madrid (April 12). Each show is expected to feature extended setlists, a hallmark of The Cure’s recent live performances.
By late April, the tour moves into North America, opening in New York City at Madison Square Garden (April 22), followed by Boston (April 24), Toronto (April 27), Chicago (April 30), Los Angeles (May 6), and San Francisco (May 9). Additional dates are scheduled in Seattle, Denver, Dallas, and Atlanta, with strong demand already rumored ahead of ticket sales. Sources close to the tour describe the production as visually minimal but emotionally immersive, staying true to the band’s identity.
In June 2026, The Cure will take the tour to South America, a region long embraced by their fanbase. Confirmed cities include São Paulo (June 6), Buenos Aires (June 9), Santiago (June 12), and Bogotá (June 15). These shows are expected to be among the most intense of the tour, with local promoters teasing special moments and expanded encore sections tailored to each city.
The final leg unfolds across Asia and Oceania, beginning in Tokyo (July 3), followed by Osaka, Seoul (July 9), Bangkok (July 13), and Singapore (July 16). The tour will close with a run of stadium and arena dates in Sydney (July 22), Melbourne (July 25), and Auckland (July 28), bringing the global journey to a dramatic conclusion.
More than just another tour, this 2026 run is being described by insiders as a defining chapter for The Cure — a chance to reconnect with fans across generations while reaffirming their place as one of the most enduring bands in modern music. With dates spanning five continents and a reputation for unforgettable live shows, the 2026 Global Tour is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about events of the year.
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