Justin Hawkins is back on the road — and it’s shaping up to be one of the most entertaining events of 2026. Best known as the frontman of glam-rock heroes The Darkness and the sharp-tongued host of the Justin Hawkins Rides AgainYouTube channel, Hawkins is taking his solo show to stages across the UK with a brand-new tour: Justin Hawkins Rides Again… Again.

After the critical acclaim and fanfare of his 2024 theatre dates, Hawkins returns with a promise of more chaos, more charisma, and more deep dives into the mysteries of music and culture. Part stand-up, part masterclass, part musical extravaganza, his one-man show brings the energy of his YouTube channel to life — exploring the most popular and puzzling songs of the moment while offering behind-the-scenes industry anecdotes and razor-sharp commentary.

Expect musings on musical structure, reflections on fame, unexpected costume changes, and a level of audience engagement that only Hawkins can deliver. It’s not just a gig — it’s a crash course in music appreciation delivered with punchlines, power chords, and a dose of existential confusion.

Theatrical, eccentric, insightful — Hawkins in full flight is a joy to behold. Whether you’ve followed his rise since the early 2000s or recently discovered his YouTube rabbit holes, this is your chance to see the cat-suited crusader in person.

UK Tour Dates

JANUARY 2026
12 – Swindon Wyvern
13 – Cardiff New Theatre
14 – Chester Storyhouse
16 – Ilkley Kings Hall
17 – Manchester RNCM Theatre
18 – Warrington Parr Hall
20 – Sunderland Firestation
21 – Aberdeen Tivoli Theatre
23 – Glasgow Clyde Rooms
24 – Edinburgh Queens Hall
25 – Wolverhampton Wulfrun Hall
27 – Buxton Opera House
28 – Crewe Lyceum
29 – Cheltenham Town Hall
31 – Watford Colosseum

FEBRUARY 2026
1 – Southend Palace Theatre
3 – Bury St Edmunds Apex
4 – Wimborne Tivoli
6 – Milton Keynes Stables
7 – London Cadogan Hall

Ticket Info

Presale begins Wednesday 9th July 2025, with general sale from Friday 11th July 2025 via AEG Presents.

This tour isn’t just a celebration of music — it’s a celebration of curiosity, flamboyance, and the joy of not taking things too seriously. Whether you’re a die-hard Darkness devotee or just curious about what happens when a rock legend gets hold of a mic and a spotlight (and maybe a fog machine), this is one show you won’t want to miss.

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Justin Hawkins Announces 2026 UK Theatre Tour With “Rides Again… Again” Solo Show@RockNews