Take That has announced the return of their highly successful Circus tour, 17 years after its original run. The iconic ’90s pop trio, comprising Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, and Howard Donald, will bring The Circus Live back to the stage next summer for a series of 11 stadium shows, accompanied by special guests.
The original Circus Live tour took place in 2009, following the release of the group’s album of the same name. It set a record as the fastest-selling tour in history, with over 600,000 tickets snapped up in under five hours.
Expressing their enthusiasm for the upcoming tour, the band stated, “The Circus tour was one of our favorite experiences, and we’ve always talked about doing it again. We can’t wait to bring The Circus Live back next summer and share this spectacle with audiences old and new across the UK and Ireland.”
During a press conference, Mark hinted at potential new elements in the show, mentioning being open to incorporating new songs while maintaining the essence of the original production.
Gary described the tour as a unique experience that transcends Take That itself, offering audiences an immersive journey into another world for a few hours. Howard shared his excitement about reacquainting himself with the unicycle for the upcoming performances.
The Circus Live tour will feature support acts The Script and Belinda Carlisle, with tickets set to go on sale on September 26 at 9:30 am.
The tour dates for Take That’s The Circus Live in Summer 2026 are as follows:
– May 29: Southampton St Mary’s Stadium
– June 5: Coventry Building Society Arena
– June 6: Coventry Building Society Arena
– June 9: Sunderland Stadium of Light
– June 12: Glasgow Hampden Park
– June 16: Cardiff Principality Stadium
– June 19: Manchester Etihad Stadium
– June 20: Manchester Etihad Stadium
– June 26: London Stadium
– June 27: London Stadium
– July 4: Dublin Aviva Stadium
The group will perform once in Southampton, Sunderland, Glasgow, Cardiff, and Dublin, and twice in Manchester, Coventry, and London.
Fans had been eagerly anticipating the announcement, fueled by teasers posted by the band on social media. Speculation arose about a possible return of former member Jason Orange, who left the group in 2014. However, the current lineup of Mark, Gary, and Howard is confirmed for the upcoming tour.
Despite the excitement surrounding the tour, some fans remain hopeful for Jason’s return, noting subtle hints in the teasers shared online. The band’s logo has also been spotted in various stadiums across the UK, building anticipation for what promises to be a memorable musical event.
Overall, Take That’s revival of The Circus Live tour has generated significant buzz among fans, setting the stage for a spectacular return to the spotlight for the beloved pop group.