Key Highlights
- Jane McDonald announces a 19-date tour for 2026 including Manchester and London shows.
- The album “Living The Dream” will be released in Spring 2026, marking her 11th studio album.
- The tour includes performances at various venues across the UK, with tickets going on general sale on November 28, 2025.
- Jane McDonald’s career highlights include sold-out tours and concerts, as well as a cruise series.
New Tour and Album Announced for Jane McDonald in 2026
Entertainment icon Jane McDonald has announced her Living The Dream tour for the summer of 2026, with dates set at major venues across the United Kingdom. The tour will kick off on August 28, 2026, in Derby and conclude on September 26 at Leeds’ First Direct Arena. A highlight of the tour is a performance at Manchester’s AO Arena on September 10, 2026.
Recorded in Nashville at Blackbird Studios, Jane McDonald’s new album “Living The Dream” will be released in Spring 2026.
This marks her eleventh studio album and showcases nine original songs alongside four Country classics. The album serves as a celebration of both the artist’s recent successes and her passion for Country music.
Tour Dates and Details
The tour schedule includes stops at iconic venues such as the London Palladium, O2 City Hall in Newcastle, P&J Live in Aberdeen, SEC Armadillo in Glasgow, Usher Hall in Edinburgh, Brighton Centre, Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham, Birmingham’s Utilita Arena, M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, and the Waterfront Hall in Belfast. The tour will wrap up at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena on September 23 before concluding with a show at Cardiff’s Utilita Arena.
“It’s true, I am officially Living The Dream so what better way to celebrate that than with a new album and a new tour,” Jane McDonald said in her announcement. “I love Country music and I love partying with you so I want to bring that together by bringing you some exciting new music along with the songs you know and love.”
Previous Successes and Current Projects
Jane McDonald has a long history of success in the entertainment industry, having sold out numerous tours and concerts. Her most recent tour, “With All My Love,” performed to packed audiences across the UK. Additionally, she is currently embarking on a maiden cruise charter with fans joining her for the sold-out “Cruise with Jane McDonald” voyage.
This upcoming seven-night round-trip from London will visit Ijmuiden (Amsterdam), Zeebrugge, Cherbourg, and Honfleur in October 2026.
Following the success of this year’s cruise, Jane has announced her plans to undertake a new ocean expedition titled “Jane McDonald: From Pole to Pole.” This six-part documentary series will air on Channel 5, taking viewers from the Antarctic to the Arctic via South Georgia, Falkland Islands, Uruguay, Brazil, Greece, Italy, Norway, and Svalbard. In Spring 2026, Jane will also present a two-part documentary exploring her journey to Nashville to create “Living The Dream.”
Tickets and Pre-Sales
The album is available for pre-order now via jane-mcdonald.com, offering fans exclusive access to the tour pre-sale. General tickets go on sale at 10am on Friday, November 28, 2025. Pre-sale tickets are available from 10am on Thursday, November 27, 2025, for those who sign up without purchasing the album.
Jane McDonald’s latest tour and album announcements underscore her continued relevance in the entertainment industry and her dedication to bringing joy and memorable experiences to her fans. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for more updates on this exciting venture as 2026 approaches.
