U2 Announces 2027 World Tour With New Album and Stadium Shows

Oct 17, 2026 | 2:49 AM

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U2 is preparing to return to stadiums in 2027 with a new world tour supporting the band’s upcoming album, Carnaval De Luz.

The Irish rock group has announced its first six concerts under the tour name Carnaval De Luz Presents: The Greatest Show On Earth. The opening performance is scheduled for February 23, 2027, in Mexico City, followed by additional shows in São Paulo and Buenos Aires.

Beck will join U2 as the opening act for the initial Latin American dates. More concerts are expected to be announced for Europe and North America, including possible performances in Ireland.

The tour will support U2’s 16th studio album, Carnaval De Luz, scheduled for release on November 13, 2026. The band has also introduced a new single, The Greatest Show On Earth, co-written with longtime collaborator Brian Eno.

A music video directed by Anton Corbijn accompanies the song.

The upcoming concerts will mark U2’s first stadium performances since 2019, bringing the band back to large outdoor venues after several years away from traditional stadium touring.