Deep Purple has announced a run of U.K. arena dates for November 2026, confirming that the legendary group will be joined by Mammoth, the project fronted by Wolfgang Van Halen. The tour pairing creates a powerhouse inter-generational bill that celebrates both the enduring legacy and the future of guitar-driven rock.
The tour kicks off on November 18, 2026, at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle. The trek includes major stops in Glasgow, Birmingham, and Manchester, before concluding on November 24 at the Eventim Apollo in London.
Deep Purple’s ability to remain relevant after more than five decades in music is highlighted by their continuing cultural presence. Their catalog—which includes anthems like “Smoke on the Water” and “Highway Star“—recently found new life when their 1970 classic “Child In Time” was featured in the trailer for the latest season of the blockbuster series “Stranger Things.”
The band’s enduring quality has been reinforced by the success of their critically acclaimed 2024 album, =1. As the original article states, Deep Purple‘s live performances continue to reaffirm their status as “pioneers of hard rock,” and they “show no sign of slowing down.”
Joining the veterans on the road is Mammoth (excluding the final London show). The band is supported by Wolfgang Van Halen, a Grammy Award-nominated songwriter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. This addition is significant, as the bill is rounded out by fast-rising U.K. rockers Jayler, completing a lineup that bridges five decades of rock innovation.
Tickets for the highly anticipated run are set to go on sale Friday, November 21, at 10 a.m.
Deep Purple November 2026 U.K. Tour Dates
- Nov 18 – Newcastle, UK @ Utilita Arena (with Mammoth & Jayler)
- Nov 19 – Glasgow, UK @ OVO Hydro (with Mammoth & Jayler)
- Nov 21 – Birmingham, UK @ BP Pulse Arena (with Mammoth & Jayler)
- Nov 22 – Manchester, UK @ AO Arena (with Mammoth & Jayler)
- Nov 24 – London, UK @ Eventim Apollo (with Jayler)
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