John 5 First Ever Solo Tour UK & Europe

11 February 2026 rocknews

Guitar virtuoso John 5 will bring his extraordinary talents to the UK and Europe in May 2026 for his first ever solo tour in these territories. Apart from a handful of shows in 2016, this marks John’s debut full solo headline run across the UK and Europe.

For over 30 years, John 5 has been one of the most in-demand guitar players on the planet. He has shared stages and recording studios with Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, David Lee Roth, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Meat Loaf, Dolly Parton and more — and is now a core member of Motley Crue.

Since 2011, John has released a dozen solo albums highlighting his unique style of playing that has been entertaining and impressing audiences around the world. From blistering instrumental shred to genre-defying compositions, his solo work showcases the full range of his technical mastery and musical creativity.

The John 5 first ever solo tour of UK & Europe will feature twelve UK appearances along with shows in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Poland and the Czech Republic (full European routing to be announced).

John comments: “I don’t think I’ve ever been more excited for a tour than this one coming up. I haven’t been there in so long and I can’t wait to say hello and have a great time with everyone. Super SUPER excited.”

Tickets and VIP meet & greets available at: https://john-5.com/

John 5 2026 UK Tour Dates – First Ever Solo Run

Tue 05 May – Southampton, ENGLAND – The 1865
Wed 06 May – Exeter, ENGLAND – Phoenix
Thu 07 May – Bristol, ENGLAND – Thekla
Fri 08 May – Manchester, ENGLAND – Club Academy
Sat 09 May – Newcastle, ENGLAND – Newcastle University
Sun 10 May – Glasgow, SCOTLAND – Slay
Tue 12 May – Chester, ENGLAND – Live Rooms
Wed 13 May – Wolverhampton, ENGLAND – KK’s Steel Mill
Thu 14 May – London, ENGLAND – Underworld
Fri 15 May – Milton Keynes, ENGLAND – Craufurd Arms
Sat 16 May – Southend On Sea, ENGLAND – Chinnerys
Sun 17 May – Brighton, ENGLAND – Concorde 2

This is a historic moment — John 5 live solo for the first time in the UK & Europe in over a decade. Expect a set packed with his signature instrumental fireworks, tracks from his 12 solo albums, plus fan-favourite moments from his legendary career with Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Motley Crue and beyond.

Why This Tour Is Unmissable

John 5’s solo performances are a masterclass in guitar virtuosity — lightning-fast runs, melodic depth, and pure showmanship. With no backing tracks and a stripped-down trio format, these shows will highlight the raw talent that has earned him a place among the greatest guitarists of all time.

Whether you’ve followed him since the Manson days, the Zombie era, or his current Motley Crue chapter — this is the chance to see John 5 in his purest form: just him, his guitars, and the audience.

Tickets & VIP Meet & Greets: On sale 10am Wednesday 4 February 2026 via john-5.com and Ticketmaster.

Don’t miss the first ever John 5 solo tour of the UK & Europe — grab tickets fast and prepare for a guitar masterclass like no other.

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See you down the front — this is guitar history in the making.