Ed Sheeran’s brand-new concert tour headed for Wellington

Scheduled for Wednesday 21 January 2026, this is the second of three New Zealand shows as part of his Australia-New Zealand tour, announced by Frontier Touring and MG Live yesterday.  

New Zealand fans of the globally beloved musician will be the first to experience a brand-new show that brings Sheeran’s eighth studio album ‘Play’ to the stage, alongside his well-known classics. Set to be released this September, the new album has been described as an explorative, technicolour pop album that captures the fun, chaos, and heart of an artist reinvigorated by life and travel - a significant change from his previous two.  

Known for his signature use of a loop pedal, Sheeran masterfully layers vocals, guitar riffs, and percussion in real time, building complex arrangements as a one-man band.  

In February 2023, Sky Stadium hosted 48,000 fans in what was the venue’s biggest concert to date. Sheeran has also previously performed at Wellington’s TSB Arena in 2013 and 2015.  

Warrick Dent, Chief Executive at Sky Stadium, says: "We’re very excited to be one of the first stadiums in the world to host Ed Sheeran’s latest show. The last time he played Sky Stadium was an incredible experience and a record breaker for us in terms of attendance, and we look forward to what will no doubt be a spectacular show as he kicks off his new tour.” 

Mark Oldershaw, WellingtonNZ Chief Executive, adds: “We can’t wait to welcome Ed Sheeran back to Wellington for his brand-new show. Sheeran is a world-class artist and we look forward to hosting him again in our world-class city. His music resonates with people of all ages, and his concerts create unforgettable experiences for fans and families alike. We know he is a big fan of our city, so we’ll certainly be rolling out the welcome mat for his return.  

“As the nation’s creative heart, concerts like this bring a real buzz to Wellington, supporting local businesses and showcasing the best of what our city has to offer. We expect tickets will sell fast, given Sheeran’s strong fanbase in Wellington and beyond.” 

Tickets will go on sale to the general public at 1pm on Tuesday 29 July.

For more information about WellingtonNZ’s events programme visit our events section. 

Date published: 23 July 2025