Simple Minds are getting ready to celebrate a special moment in their career with the announcement of the V Tour 2027 a big European concert run marking five decades of music from one of the most lasting names in rock
The European part will take the band through Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Norway, Denmark, Sweden and the Netherlands throughout April 2027. Adding more excitement to the anniversary shows famous British funk-pop group Level 42 will join Simple Minds as very special guests across the European dates
The tour is set to give fans an opportunity to experience the bands celebrated collection in some of Europes biggest and most well-known indoor arenas making the V Tour one of the top European rock tours of 2027
Very few bands can claim the kind of lasting time and big impact that Simple Minds have achieved. From their start during the -punk time to their rise as international stadium and arena headliners the group has built a career that spans generations of listeners
The V Tour provides a proper way to celebrate that amazing journey. Of just looking back the band continues to connect its classic songs with its ongoing musical change giving old fans and new audiences a chance to experience Simple Minds together in a live setting
Lead singer Jim Kerr has said the bands continuing love for both recording and performing describing live music as an important part of Simple Minds life after five decades together
The addition of Level 42 gives the European part an especially strong lineup. Known for their mix of funk, pop and jazz-influenced playing Level 42 have stayed an important live act in their own right
The pairing brings together two very respected British acts from the same general musical time creating an attractive mix for fans of old pop, rock and funk. With both groups having collections and years of live experience the concerts are expected to offer a lot of music in one evening
Fans who want to go to the European shows can sign up through the official Simple Minds website for access to the European pre-sale. The bands official announcement says that the special pre-sale is planned for Wednesday, September 9 2026 at 9:30 a.m. BST, with general ticket sales coming on Friday, September 11 2026 at 9:30 a.m. BST
Because the European dates include many big places fans should check the official ticket details for their city before planning travel. Ticket availability, prices and sale details can be different between countries and venues
The V Tour comes at an important time for Simple Minds. Five decades into their career the band is still playing in arenas while bringing new music to audiences around the world
With Level 42 joining the European shows the April 2027 run has the ingredients of a memorable celebration of British music from one of its most important times. From Porto to Amsterdam fans will have 19 chances to see Simple Minds bring their five-decade journey to the stage
For long-time fans the tour is a chance to go back to the music that helped shape Simple Minds amazing career. For listeners it gives a chance to discover the bands live energy along with another famous act in Level 42
| Date | City | Venue | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 5, 2027 | Porto | Super Bock Arena | Portugal |
| April 6, 2027 | Lisbon | Sagres Campo Pequeno | Portugal |
| April 7, 2027 | Madrid | Movistar Arena | Spain |
| April 9, 2027 | Lyon | LDLC Arena | France |
| April 10, 2027 | Paris | Accor Arena | France |
| April 11, 2027 | Amnéville | Le Galaxie | France |
| April 13, 2027 | Nantes | Zénith Nantes Métropole | France |
| April 14, 2027 | Bordeaux | Arkéa Arena | France |
| April 16, 2027 | Milan | Unipol Forum | Italy |
| April 17, 2027 | Bologna | Unipol Arena | Italy |
| April 19, 2027 | Zurich | Hallenstadion | Switzerland |
| April 20, 2027 | Munich | Olympiahalle | Germany |
| April 21, 2027 | Berlin | Uber Arena | Germany |
| April 23, 2027 | Oslo | Oslo Spektrum | Norway |
| April 24, 2027 | Copenhagen | Royal Arena | Denmark |
| April 25, 2027 | Stockholm | Avicii Arena | Sweden |
| April 27, 2027 | Hamburg | Barclays Arena | Germany |
| April 28, 2027 | Cologne | Lanxess Arena | Germany |
| April 30, 2027 | Amsterdam | Ziggo Dome | Netherlands |
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| Spotify | — update soon — |
| MCD | — update soon — |
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| Ticketmaster | SQUAD |
| Citi Card | 546616 |
| 412800 | |
| Old National Centre | Old National Bank Sponsor |
| 26INDY / OLDNATIONAL / INDY26 | |
| Live INSIDER | MLSEINSIDER |
| Prudential Center | SOCIAL |
| Chase Card | 428208 / 541712 |
| AMEX | INGOLD |
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