Ariana Grande returns to stage with 2026 comeback tour

Ariana Grande had been confirmed to return to the stage for a long-awaited comeback next summer.

The 32-year-old singer, first rose to prominence on Nickelodeon and has since become one of pop music’s biggest names.

Notably, she is gearing up for her first live performances in seven years, with a five-night headline residency at London’s O2 Arena.

The songwriter will perform as part of her seventh studio album Eternal Sunshine Tour, running from August 15 to 23, 2026.

A source told The Sun that Ariana “is raring to go” and although the current UK dates are limited, additional shows may be added if demand is high.

Notably, the tour will will kick off in Oakland, California on June 06, 2026 and will include multiple stops in North America, covering cities such as Los Angeles, Brooklyn, Boston, Austin, Montreal, and Chicago, before concluding in London.

The Swindle actress has largely stepped back from touring since her 2019 Sweetener World Tour, focusing instead on her acting career.

Most notably her Oscar-nominated role was Glinda in Wicked: For Good.

“Music will always be part of my life, but I feel so grateful to the acting,” she previously said, reflecting on her time away from the stage.

What is Ariana Grande’s latest album?

Ariana Grande’s most recent album is Eternal Sunshine, released in March 2024. It was later reissued as Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead.

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