The Strokes have confirmed an additional London date on their highly anticipated 2026 world tour, adding a second night at The O2 on 7 October 2026 after overwhelming fan demand.
The newly announced show follows a rapid surge in ticket interest for the band’s return to the stage, extending an already extensive run across North America, the UK, Europe and Japan.
A Massive Global Tour Spanning Continents
The expanded tour kicks off in June 2026 and runs through the autumn, marking one of The Strokes’ most ambitious live schedules in years.
Major venues on the run include:
- Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado (two nights)
- RBC Amphitheatre in Toronto
- Accor Arena in Paris
- Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam
- Multiple arena dates across Germany, Spain, Italy and the UK
Festival appearances also feature heavily, with confirmed slots at major global events including Coachella, Bonnaroo, Outside Lands and Summer Sonic in Japan.
London Gets a Double Dose of The Strokes at The O2
Due to high demand, London fans will now get two chances to see the band at The O2 on 6 and 7 October 2026.
The UK leg also includes stops in Newcastle, Manchester and Dublin, before heading into mainland Europe for a string of arena shows.
The expanded London run underlines the continued global demand for the New York band, whose influence has defined indie rock since their early 2000s breakthrough.
Support Acts Across the Tour
A rotating line-up of special guests will join The Strokes across different dates, including:
- Thundercat
- Cage the Elephant
- Hamilton Leithauser
- Fat White Family
- Alex Cameron
- ÖLÜM
Support acts vary by city, with different combinations appearing across North American and European legs.
New Album ‘Reality Awaits’ Arriving This June
The tour coincides with the release of the band’s seventh studio album, Reality Awaits, set to drop on 26 June 2026 via Cult Records and RCA Records.
The record marks The Strokes’ first full-length release since 2020’s The New Abnormal, which received widespread critical acclaim and reinforced their status as one of modern rock’s most influential acts.
Recorded in Costa Rica with legendary producer Rick Rubin and finished across multiple locations worldwide, the album signals a new creative chapter for the band.
The first single, “Going Shopping,” has already been released, offering fans an early glimpse into the new era.
More details and updates can be found via the band’s official website, thestrokes.com.
Presale and Ticket Information
- Fan registration and information is available via thestrokes.com
- Presales begin Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 10am local time
- General sale opens Friday 17 April 2026
- Mastercard cardholders will also have access to selected preferred ticketing via priceless.com/music
The Strokes’ Continued Legacy
Formed in New York City, The Strokes rose to global prominence with their 2001 debut album, helping to define a generation of indie and alternative rock.
Now, more than two decades later, their catalogue continues to resonate across festival stages and arena crowds worldwide, with the 2026 tour reaffirming their enduring cultural impact.
