At a glance
- Eight UK nights from Thursday 6 to Saturday 15 May 2027: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham, Leeds, Newcastle and two in Glasgow.
- Gary Numan is the very special guest on every UK and Ireland date.
- Official prices start at £46 plus fees in Birmingham and Leeds, and £61.50 including the admin fee, plus fulfilment, in Glasgow.
- As of 31 October 2026, all eight nights are on sale. Birmingham showed low availability on Ticketmaster in late October.
- The band point fans to the official Simple Minds Twickets page, where tickets are resold at face value.
The Simple Minds tour 2027 plays eight UK arena nights from Thursday 6 May to Saturday 15 May, with Gary Numan as very special guest. As of 31 October 2026, all eight are on sale, and official prices start at £46 plus fees in Birmingham and Leeds.
Each night, with live resale listings next to it, sits on the Simple Minds tickets page.
Are Simple Minds touring in 2027?
Yes, Simple Minds are touring in 2027 on the V Tour, which celebrates five decades of the band’s music. Simple Minds are a Scottish band led by singer Jim Kerr and Charlie Burchill. Utilita Arena Birmingham names “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” and “Alive and Kicking” among their favourite songs.
The tour arrives a few months after Sacrosanct, their new studio album, due on 29 January 2027. The band’s website says they tour in support of new records while playing a large selection of their hits.
What are the Simple Minds tour 2027 dates?
The Simple Minds tour 2027 dates in the UK run for ten days, one arena after another, and end with two nights in Glasgow. Utilita Arena Birmingham and First Direct Bank Arena both give a start time.
| Date | Arena | Time given | Status on 31 October 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday 6 May 2027 | The O2, London | Doors 6.30pm | On sale |
| Friday 7 May 2027 | Co-op Live, Manchester | 6.30pm on Ticketmaster | On sale |
| Saturday 8 May 2027 | Utilita Arena Birmingham | Doors 6pm, start 7.30pm | On sale. Low availability on Ticketmaster in late October |
| Monday 10 May 2027 | Motorpoint Arena Nottingham | 6.30pm on Ticketmaster | On sale |
| Tuesday 11 May 2027 | First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds | Doors 6pm, start 7pm | On sale |
| Thursday 13 May 2027 | Utilita Arena Newcastle | 6pm on Ticketmaster | On sale |
| Friday 14 May 2027 | OVO Hydro, Glasgow | Doors 6.30pm | On sale |
| Saturday 15 May 2027 | OVO Hydro, Glasgow | Doors 6.30pm | On sale |
After Glasgow, the band cross to Dublin’s 3Arena on Monday 17 May. OVO Hydro says event times are still to be announced, and it usually confirms them 2-3 days before a show.
How do you buy Simple Minds tickets?
You buy Simple Minds tour 2027 tickets from Ticketmaster, which sells all eight UK dates, or from AXS at some arenas. Presales, the early sales for smaller groups, are over. General sale, open to anyone, began at 9.30am on 11 September 2026, so no code is needed now.
- Start from the arena’s event page. The O2 and Utilita Arena Birmingham send you to AXS. OVO Hydro sends you to Ticketmaster. First Direct Bank Arena links to both.
- Check the event name. Ticketmaster lists Venue Premium packages as separate events, so make sure you have the one you want.
- Look at the seat map and pick your block.
- Read the total. Fees are added on top of most prices.
- Keep your email. It tells you which app holds your ticket. At The O2, that is The O2 app.
Buying for a group in Glasgow? OVO Hydro limits each person to six tickets.
How much are Simple Minds tickets?
Simple Minds tickets start at £46 plus fees at Utilita Arena Birmingham and at First Direct Bank Arena in Leeds, according to those arenas’ pages on 31 October 2026. OVO Hydro in Glasgow starts at £61.50.
| Arena | Ticket | From | What the price covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utilita Arena Birmingham | Standard | £46 | Fees are extra |
| First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds | Standard | £46 | Fees are extra |
| OVO Hydro, Glasgow | Standard | £61.50 | Includes the admin fee. Fulfilment, the delivery charge, is extra |
| OVO Hydro, Glasgow | Venue Premium: The Terrace or The Nest | £153.50 | Includes the admin fee. Fulfilment is extra |
For London, Manchester, Nottingham and Newcastle, the seller shows the price when you choose seats. So do not compare a Glasgow total with a price that has no fees in it.
Are premium Simple Minds tickets worth it?
Premium Simple Minds tickets suit a special night out, not a fan who only wants the songs. Utilita Arena Birmingham sells four upgrades, from Premium Lounge Access to Premium All-Inclusive, with lounges, priority entry and a premium seat. First Direct Bank Arena offers suites. In late October, Venue Premium was on sale for Leeds, Newcastle and both Glasgow nights.
The band’s website also has a VIP ticket information page, so look there too before you decide.
Who is the special guest on the Simple Minds V Tour?
Gary Numan is the very special guest on every UK and Ireland date of the Simple Minds V Tour. Utilita Arena Birmingham calls him a pioneering electronic music artist. A special guest is the act who plays before the main band, so arrive in time if he is part of the reason you are going. The O2’s page also says “plus support”, without naming anyone. The European leg in April has a different guest.
What will Simple Minds play on the V Tour?
No Simple Minds setlist has been published for the V Tour, so nobody outside the band knows the songs yet. Utilita Arena Birmingham promises a set of favourites, and The O2 describes a celebration of five decades.
The new album is the other clue. Sacrosanct has eight tracks, including the first single “Beginner Boys”. The band call it the third part of a trilogy with Walk Between Worlds and Direction of the Heart.
Which Simple Minds night should you choose?
The best Simple Minds night is usually the nearest one on a day that suits you, because the tour moves fast. These pointers help:
- Best for a weekend trip: Friday in Manchester, Saturday in Birmingham, or either night in Glasgow.
- Best for a second chance: Glasgow. The band added Saturday 15 May on the day of the general sale, citing “phenomenal demand”.
- Best for a weeknight near home: London on Thursday, Nottingham on Monday, Leeds on Tuesday or Newcastle on Thursday.
- Set on Birmingham? Check it first, and keep Nottingham or Manchester in mind.
Seat advice is in the O2 arena seating plan and the Co-op Live seating plan. Other shows are on the The O2 tickets and Co-op Live tickets pages.
Can children and disabled fans go to Simple Minds concerts?
Children can go to Simple Minds concerts, and the published rules allow it at each arena below. Check your own arena’s page before you buy.
| Arena | Age rule |
|---|---|
| OVO Hydro | Aged 8 and over. Under-16s need an adult |
| Utilita Arena Birmingham | Under-14s in seats need an adult aged 18 or over with a ticket. No under-14s on a standing floor |
| First Direct Bank Arena | Under-14s need an adult aged 18 or over |
Disabled fans can book accessible seats online in Birmingham, using the Accessible Tickets tile. In Glasgow, you can also call 0141 576 3230. The O2 asks for a Nimbus Disability Access Card. Simple Minds also keep a venue accessibility page on their website.
How do you get to each Simple Minds arena?
You get to every Simple Minds arena by train, tram or Tube, though the walk from the station varies.
| Arena | Public transport | Bags |
|---|---|---|
| The O2, south-east London | Jubilee line to North Greenwich, or Uber Boat to North Greenwich Pier | One A4 bag or standard handbag |
| Co-op Live, east Manchester | Metrolink to Etihad Campus, next to the arena | One bag, A4 at most. No backpacks |
| Utilita Arena Birmingham | A short walk from New Street, Moor Street, Snow Hill or Five Ways | A4 at most, two compartments |
| Motorpoint Arena Nottingham | Lace Market tram stop, a five-minute walk. Trams run until midnight | Check the arena’s page |
| First Direct Bank Arena | Around a 15min walk from Leeds station | Small bags only. No cloakroom |
| Utilita Arena Newcastle | A short walk from Newcastle Central Station, for trains and the Metro | Small bags |
| OVO Hydro, holds 14,300 | Exhibition Centre station, from Glasgow Central’s low-level platforms | Handbags and small carrier bags. No rucksacks |
Travelling from outside the city? Check your last train or tram before you buy. Fans from far away may find a Friday or Saturday easier, with no work the next morning.
What Simple Minds ticket mistakes should you avoid?
The main Simple Minds ticket mistake is comparing prices that are not alike. Watch for these as well:
- Buying a package by accident. Venue Premium events sit beside standard ones on Ticketmaster.
- Reading an old page. Utilita Arena Newcastle’s site still has a Simple Minds page from 2022, so check the date before you click.
- Going to the wrong Birmingham arena. Utilita Arena is in the city centre, not at the NEC.
- Bringing a backpack. The O2 and Co-op Live send them to paid storage.
What if your Simple Minds date sells out?
If your Simple Minds date sells out, start with the official Simple Minds Twickets page. Twickets is a fan-to-fan site, and the band say fans sell there at face value, the price on the ticket. Then try the seller’s own resale, or another night. Other resale listings, priced by their sellers, are on the Simple Minds tickets page.
What to do now (as of 31 October 2026)
As of 31 October 2026, all eight Simple Minds UK nights are on sale, and no date has sold out at the official sellers.
- Pick a night, then buy from the arena’s own link.
- Want Birmingham? Check AXS and Ticketmaster first, as Ticketmaster showed low availability in late October.
- Want premium? Compare the arena’s upgrades with the band’s VIP page.
- Listen ahead. Sacrosanct is due on 29 January 2027, well before the tour.
Looking for another arena night in 2027? The Paul Heaton tour is another big UK run to compare.
Frequently asked questions
Are Simple Minds touring in 2027?
Yes. Simple Minds play the V Tour, which marks five decades of the band's music. The UK leg has eight arena nights from Thursday 6 to Saturday 15 May 2027, in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham, Leeds, Newcastle and Glasgow, then Dublin on Monday 17 May. All eight UK nights are on sale.
Where can I find tickets for the Simple Minds tour in 2027?
Ticketmaster UK sells all eight British dates. The O2 and Utilita Arena Birmingham also send buyers to AXS, and First Direct Bank Arena links to both sellers. As of 31 October 2026, every night is on sale. If a date sells out, the band recommend their official Twickets page.
Who is the special guest on the Simple Minds V Tour 2027?
Gary Numan is the very special guest on every UK and Ireland date, from The O2 in London on Thursday 6 May to the two Glasgow nights and Dublin's 3Arena on Monday 17 May. The European leg in April 2027 has a different special guest, announced by the band at the same time.
How much are Simple Minds tickets in 2027?
Official prices start at £46 plus fees at Utilita Arena Birmingham and First Direct Bank Arena in Leeds. OVO Hydro in Glasgow starts at £61.50 including the admin fee, plus fulfilment, and its Venue Premium seats start at £153.50. For other arenas, the seller shows the price when you choose seats.
Are Simple Minds 2027 tickets sold out?
No. As of 31 October 2026, all eight UK nights are on sale at the official sellers. Utilita Arena Birmingham on Saturday 8 May was the only one showing low availability on Ticketmaster in late October. Venue Premium packages were on sale for Leeds, Newcastle and both Glasgow nights.
What is Jim Kerr doing now?
Jim Kerr and Charlie Burchill are preparing the V Tour, which marks five decades of Simple Minds as a live band, and the release of Sacrosanct, their new studio album, due on 29 January 2027. The first single is “Beginner Boys”, and the UK arena dates follow in May 2027.
Is there a second Simple Minds date in Glasgow?
Yes. The band added a second night at the OVO Hydro, Saturday 15 May 2027, on the day general sale opened, putting it down to phenomenal demand. It follows the Friday 14 May show. Both have Gary Numan as guest, and doors are at 6.30pm on both nights.
What time do Simple Minds start?
Utilita Arena Birmingham gives doors at 6pm and a 7.30pm start. First Direct Bank Arena in Leeds gives doors at 6pm and a 7pm start. The O2 and OVO Hydro give doors at 6.30pm, and OVO Hydro usually confirms its times 2-3 days before a show.
Can children go to Simple Minds concerts?
Yes, within each arena's rules. OVO Hydro allows ages 8 and over, and under-16s need an adult. Utilita Arena Birmingham and First Direct Bank Arena both say under-14s need an adult aged 18 or over. Other arenas publish their own rules, so check your event page before you buy.
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