Olivia Dean Set for 2026 Australian Arena Tour
Olivia Dean’s name has been popping up everywhere lately, and for good reason. The UK R&B sensation has just announced something huge: she’ll be heading back to Australia in 2026 for a run of arena shows as part of her The Art of Loving world tour. This is a major step up for her, especially considering that not too long ago she was playing festivals and intimate venues. Now, she’s taking on some of the country’s biggest stages.
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The timing couldn’t be better. Dean is set to release her second studio album, also titled The Art of Loving , at the end of September. The project has been highly anticipated, not just because of her rising profile, but because of the strength of the singles leading up to it. Songs like Nice To Each Other and Lady Lady gave fans a taste of her evolving sound, but it’s Man I Need that has really exploded internationally. That track is already sitting at number six on the ARIA Singles Chart, and it’s also cracking the top ten in places like the UK, Ireland, Japan, and New Zealand. With momentum like that, it feels like these tour dates are arriving at exactly the right moment.
For Australian fans, this isn’t the first chance to catch her live. Earlier in 2025, Dean made her debut down under at the Laneway Festival, where she also slipped in a couple of sold-out headline shows in Sydney and Melbourne. The reception was massive, and it was clear audiences wanted more. That’s why news of her return in November for a one-night-only outdoor performance at Mrs. Macquarie’s Point in Sydney was met with so much excitement. And now, just a few months later, she’s raising the bar even further by confirming an arena tour.
The Art of Loving tour will kick off in Melbourne at Rod Laver Arena on October 6th, before hitting Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena on October 9th and then wrapping up in Brisbane at the Entertainment Centre on October 13th. For those who want in early, a pre-sale is set for September 16th at 11am AEST, with general tickets opening the next day at the same time.
It’s pretty remarkable how quickly Olivia Dean’s career has accelerated. From festival newcomer to arena headliner in less than a year is no small achievement. Her mix of soulful vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and polished production clearly resonates with listeners worldwide. And with a new album just around the corner, these shows are shaping up to be a celebration of everything she’s built so far—and a glimpse of where she’s heading next.
For anyone who has been following her journey, this tour feels like the moment Olivia Dean officially steps into the global spotlight. Fans in Australia are lucky enough to be among the first to witness that transformation on the biggest possible stage.
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