Joan Jett And The Blackhearts UK Tour 2026 – First Headline Shows in 16 Years

Joan Jett And The Blackhearts UK Tour 2026 – First Headline Shows in 16 Years

Joan Jett And The Blackhearts Announce First UK Headline Tour in 16 Years

A Long-Awaited UK Return

Rock icon Joan Jett and the Blackhearts have officially announced their first UK headline tour in 16 years, marking a major moment for fans of classic rock and punk-infused anthems.

Set to hit the UK this summer, the band will perform a run of shows across Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, Wolverhampton and London between July 2–8, 2026.

Tour Dates and Cities

Here’s where you can catch Joan Jett live:

July 2 – O2 Academy Glasgow

July 4 – Manchester Academy

July 5 – O2 Academy Leeds

July 7 – University of Wolverhampton at The Civic Hall

July 8 – British Airways i360 Arena (often referred to as BA i360 / ARC shows)

🎟️ Tickets go on sale Friday, April 24 at 10am.

Support on all dates comes from rising UK punk duo The Meffs.

Joan Jett on Returning to the UK

Frontwoman Joan Jett shared her excitement about coming back:

“We can’t wait to be back onstage in the UK this summer! I wrote and recorded Bad Reputation, my first solo LP, in London. It’s been too long since we’ve been in the UK and we’re excited to see everyone!”

That connection to the UK runs deep — her breakthrough album Bad Reputation remains one of the most influential records in punk and hard rock.

A Summer Packed with Shows

In addition to their headline dates, Joan Jett And The Blackhearts will also be appearing alongside My Chemical Romance on their UK tour — making this a huge summer for live rock fans.

Known for timeless hits like I Love Rock ’n’ Roll, Crimson and Clover, and Do You Wanna Touch Me, the band’s live shows are still defined by raw energy, attitude, and crowd connection.

Why This Tour Matters

This isn’t just another tour — it’s a rare headline run from one of rock’s most enduring figures.

  • First UK headline tour in 16 years
  • A chance to see a true rock pioneer in intimate venues
  • A setlist likely packed with career-defining anthems

For longtime fans, it’s overdue. For newer audiences, it’s essential.

🛍️ Get Gig-Ready at Wonderhaul

Heading to the shows? We’ve got official merch to match the energy:

  • Joan Jett and the Blackhearts
  • My Chemical Romance

Plus a huge range of classic and modern rock apparel

Rep your heroes properly this summer.