UK concerts in November 2026 stretch from Glasgow to Brighton over the next three weeks, with Squeeze opening a 16-date arena tour at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Thursday 12 November, Shed Seven starting their 21-date Shedcember X tour at Rock City in Nottingham on Friday 13 November, and London hosting Beabadoobee at The O2, Enter Shikari at Alexandra Palace and a five-night run by Skye Newman at O2 Academy Brixton. Squeeze, joined by Billy Bragg as special guest at every show, play Blackpool, Nottingham, Newcastle, Stockton, Hull, Leeds and Liverpool before reaching Manchester on 23 November and The O2 in London on 26 November. Shed Seven, with The Academic as special guests, move from Nottingham to Birmingham, Norwich, Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh before continuing into December, as the Westminster newsroom of The WP Times reports.
The busy autumn touring season comes as many fans plan Christmas nights out and as transport disruption looms, with an RMT strike called on the London Underground for Thursday 26 November, the date of Squeeze's London show. Fans travelling between cities should check rail engineering works, which often take place at weekends, and book advance train tickets where possible. Arena shows typically open doors at 6pm or 6.30pm, with support acts at around 7.30pm and headliners on stage between 8.30pm and 9.15pm. As ever, buying tickets only from official sellers or regulated resale platforms is the best protection against fraud. Below, The WP Times lists the major UK concerts in the coming weeks by date and city, with travel advice for fans from London and Westminster.
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UK concerts in November 2026: the big tours
Two of the most extensive UK tours this month belong to Squeeze and Shed Seven, both of whom have strong followings across the country.
Squeeze with Billy Bragg
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 12 November | Glasgow | OVO Hydro |
| Friday 13 November | Blackpool | Opera House |
| Saturday 14 November | Nottingham | Motorpoint Arena |
| Monday 16 November | Newcastle | O2 City Hall |
| Tuesday 17 November | Stockton | Globe |
| Thursday 19 November | Hull | Connexin Live |
| Friday 20 November | Leeds | First Direct Bank Arena |
| Saturday 21 November | Liverpool | M&S Bank Arena |
| Monday 23 November | Manchester | O2 Apollo |
| Thursday 26 November | London | The O2 |
| Friday 27 November | Cardiff | Utilita Arena |
| Saturday 28 November | Birmingham | Utilita Arena |
| Monday 30 November | Swansea | Swansea Building Society Arena |
"We have never sounded better and it feels really special"
(Glenn Tilbrook, Squeeze, on the Tried, Tested and Trixies tour, Absolute Radio)
Shed Seven: Shedcember X
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 13 November | Nottingham | Rock City |
| Saturday 14 November | Birmingham | O2 Academy 1 |
| Tuesday 17 November | Norwich | The Nick Rayns LCR, UEA |
| Thursday 19 November | Aberdeen | Music Hall |
| Friday 20 November | Glasgow | O2 Academy |
| Saturday 21 November | Edinburgh | Usher Hall |
| Monday 23 November | Leicester | O2 Academy 1 |
| Tuesday 24 November | Brighton | Dome |
| Thursday 26 November | Cardiff | University Great Hall |
| Friday 27 November | Sheffield | Octagon |
| Saturday 28 November | Newcastle | O2 City Hall |
UK concerts in London
London has its own packed calendar of UK concerts in November, from arena shows to West End and Camden venues.
The main London dates
- Skye Newman: O2 Academy Brixton, 12, 13, 15, 16 and 21 November.
- Black Country, New Road: London Coliseum, 13 November.
- Beabadoobee: The O2, 18 November.
- Enter Shikari: Alexandra Palace, 20 and 21 November.
- Jungle: The O2, 24 and 25 November.
- Squeeze with Billy Bragg: The O2, 26 November.
- Fontaines DC: The O2, 27 November.
More listings
Our guide to London concerts in November 2026 lists venues, door times and transport for each show.
Travel to UK concerts
Travel can be as much of a challenge as getting a ticket, especially when shows end late on a weekday.
By train
- Book advance tickets for long-distance journeys to secure lower fares.
- Check National Rail for weekend engineering works before travelling.
- Allow time for the last train home, as arena shows often finish around 10.30pm to 11pm.
- Consider an overnight stay for shows in cities far from home.
In London
The O2 is reached by the Jubilee line to North Greenwich or river buses from Westminster Pier. The RMT has called a 24-hour Tube strike on Thursday 26 November, so fans going to Squeeze at The O2 that night should check alternatives. Our report on what's on in Westminster covers events closer to home.
Tickets and safety
Demand for UK concerts remains high, and fraudsters target fans with fake tickets.
How to buy safely
- Buy from the venue, the official ticket agent or a regulated resale platform.
- Never pay by bank transfer for tickets offered on social media.
- Be wary of prices far below face value.
- Check whether tickets are mobile only and linked to the buyer's name.
- Report fraud to Action Fraud and to your bank immediately.
Accessibility
Most arenas offer accessible seating and companion tickets. Fans should contact the venue's access team in advance, as accessible spaces are limited and sell quickly.
UK concerts: questions and answers
Which big UK tours are on in November 2026
Squeeze with Billy Bragg and Shed Seven's Shedcember X tour both start in mid-November and continue into December.
When do Squeeze play London
Thursday 26 November 2026 at The O2.
When does Shed Seven's tour start
Friday 13 November 2026 at Rock City in Nottingham.
Is there a Tube strike on a concert night
Yes, the RMT has called a 24-hour strike on London Underground on Thursday 26 November.
Where can I find more London concert dates
See our guide to London concerts in November 2026.
Background: the autumn touring season
November and December are traditionally among the busiest months for UK concerts, as artists tour ahead of Christmas. Many bands also schedule seasonal tours, such as Shed Seven's annual Shedcember run, now in its tenth edition.
Sources used: Absolute Radio, Time Out London, The O2, National Rail, RMT, Action Fraud
