Belle & Sebastian have announced a significant expansion to their extensive UK and European tour, marking 30 years since the release of their landmark albums Tigermilk and If You're Feeling Sinister. The Glasgow-based indie stalwarts, who initially revealed plans for this celebratory trek last summer, are set to continue their journey through the end of 2026.
The tour, which began in February, has seen the band perform unique double-header shows in cities across Europe, the UK, and North America. These performances have been structured to honor their foundational discography, with one night dedicated to playing Tigermilk in its entirety and the following night featuring a full performance of If You're Feeling Sinister.
New Tour Dates and Performance Details
While the tour was originally scheduled to conclude in late June with two nights at Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Bandstand, the band has now confirmed a new series of dates running from November 27 through December 9. This additional leg includes stops in Athens, Rome, Munich, and Frankfurt, followed by a comprehensive UK tour featuring shows in Nottingham, Norwich, Cardiff, Bristol, Bexhill-on-Sea, Liverpool, Sheffield, and a final homecoming show in Glasgow.
For these new dates, the band will perform If You're Feeling Sinister in full alongside fan favorites, with the exception of shows in Rotterdam, Nottingham, and Bristol, where they will instead perform Tigermilk in its entirety.
Tickets for the newly announced shows go on general sale on Friday, June 19. Beyond these dates, the band remains busy with previously scheduled festival appearances and an upcoming tour of Australia this September.
A Legacy of Indie Excellence
Since their inception, Belle & Sebastian have remained a cornerstone of the indie music scene. Their most recent studio effort, Late Developers, was released in 2023. Beyond their touring commitments, the band recently made headlines with the release of their buoyant Scotland World Cup anthem, “It Only Takes One Lion.”
Frontman Stuart Murdoch described the track as a heartfelt reflection on his lifelong connection to football and the emotional highs and lows of following the national team. The song’s release coincided with a historic moment for Scotland, as the team secured their first World Cup finals win in 36 years with a 1–0 victory over Haiti.