“Belfast has always held a special place in our hearts. The crowds here are unbelievable, the atmosphere is like nowhere else in the world”
Westlife have announced a huge 25th anniversary tour which kick starts with five nights in Dublin followed by three nights in Belfast’s SSE Arena.
The hugely sucessful Irish boyband will peform at SSE from 27–29 October 2026, as part of their 25th anniversary celebrations. Tickets go on sale Thursday, 23rd October at 9am from Ticketmaster.ie
These new dates extend Westlife’s record for the most shows ever performed at the SSE Arena, bringing the total to 72, a historic milestone that no other artist has come close to matching.
The global pop kings will perform their greatest hits including “Swear It Again,” “Flying Without Wings,” and “You Raise Me Up,” alongside fan favourites from across their catalogue. Fans can expect a euphoric, hit-packed set spanning the band’s remarkable career.
Shane, Nicky, and Kian of Westlife said: “Belfast has always held a special place in our hearts. The crowds here are unbelievable, the atmosphere is like nowhere else in the world. To be returning for our 25th anniversary and to extend our record-breaking run at the SSE Arena is an amazing feeling. We can’t wait to see everyone again next October.”
Over the last 25 years, Westlife have become one of the most successful pop groups of all time. Their music has been streamed over 3 billion times globally; they’ve achieved 36 No.1 albums worldwide, 14 UK No.1 singles (ranking only behind Elvis Presley and The Beatles), sold over 55 million records, surpassed 1 billion YouTube views, and sold more than 6 million concert tickets around the world. The Wild Dreams Tour sold over 1.2 million tickets alone. The band have performed over 200 shows since their reunion in 2019 across 30 countries. Westlife remain the UK & Ireland’s top-selling album group of the 21st century.
BELFAST TOUR DATES – SSE ARENA
27 October 2026 – Belfast, SSE Arena (Fully Seated Show)
28 October 2026 – Belfast,SSE Arena (Fully Seated Show)
29 October 2026 – Belfast, SSE Arena (Seated & Standing Show)
Pre-sale starts Monday 20 October at 9am. Fans can sign up HERE.
Tickets go on general sale Thursday 23rd October at 9am via ticketmaster.ie
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