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Mark Knopfler has officially announced his return to the global stage with the beautifully titled Shores of Avalon Tour, set to unfold across 2026. The legendary guitarist, songwriter, and former Dire Straits frontman is preparing a tour that promises intimacy, masterful musicianship, and the kind of storytelling that has defined his decades-long career. Known for his unmistakable fingerstyle technique and cinematic songwriting, Knopfler’s latest tour is expected to blend solo favorites with timeless Dire Straits classics, creating evenings steeped in nostalgia and quiet brilliance.
The tour will begin in Europe, opening in Dublin before traveling through London, Manchester, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, and Rome. From there, Knopfler will cross the Atlantic for North American dates in New York, Boston, Chicago, Nashville, Los Angeles, and Toronto. Additional stops in Australia, including Sydney and Melbourne, have also been confirmed, ensuring fans across multiple continents will experience what is already being described as one of the most anticipated classic rock tours of the year.
Fans can expect a carefully curated setlist featuring beloved tracks such as “Sultans of Swing,” “Brothers in Arms,” and “Romeo and Juliet,” alongside highlights from his acclaimed solo catalog including “Sailing to Philadelphia” and “Speedway at Nazareth.” Backed by his long-time band of world-class musicians, Knopfler’s performances are renowned for their warmth, subtlety, and musical precision, offering an alternative to high-production arena spectacles in favor of pure artistry and atmosphere.
Tickets for the Shores of Avalon Tour will go on general sale ahead of its official launch on May 14, 2026, with presales expected to generate strong demand across all announced cities. As anticipation builds, longtime fans and new listeners alike are preparing for an unforgettable journey through one of rock’s most distinguished songbooks, delivered by a master guitarist whose legacy continues to resonate across generations.
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