Sammy Hagar Adjusts 2026 UK Tour Dates

Rock legend Sammy Hagar has updated the itinerary for the upcoming U.K. leg of his "The Best Of All Worlds" tour. The July 2026 dates were reconfigured to prioritize smaller venues after the originally announced larger shows failed to sell out. Hagar admitted the change was necessary, noting that he prefers the energy of a packed, smaller room over a half-empty arena.

The decision to return to the U.K. was sparked by a recent guest appearance at the infamous "Back To The Beginning" concert in Birmingham. Hagar explained that the experience made him realize he needed to reconnect with British fans, including those who grew up with his music and a younger generation who may not be familiar with his legacy.

The tour will feature a comprehensive setlist spanning Hagar's five-decade career, including hits from Van Halen, Montrose, and Chickenfoot. To avoid the limitations of a standard one-night set, Hagar will perform a three-night residency at the British Airways ARC in London. This format allows the band to dive into "deep tracks" and play a wider variety of songs each evening.

Hagar will be joined by a powerhouse lineup, including guitar virtuoso Joe Satriani, bassist Michael Anthony, and drummer Kenny Aronoff.

Tour Schedule:

• July 6: Wolverhampton, UK - University of Wolverhampton at the Civic Hall
• July 7: Manchester, UK - O2 Apollo Manchester
• July 9, 11, & 12: London, UK - British Airways ARC

With 25 platinum albums and a career spanning over 50 years, Hagar's return marks his first full U.K. tour since 1996. For many fans, this represents a rare opportunity to hear classic Van Halen tracks performed live in the U.K. for the first time in thirty years.