The Maccabees UK tour is finally happening, and fans are freaking out – for good reason.
It’s been almost a decade since the indie rock band last hit the road, and now they’ve confirmed they’re getting back together for a short but sweet run of shows across the UK and Ireland. The tour is set to lead into their massive headlining performance at All Points East in London this August, which will serve as the grand finale of their reunion run.
For anyone who needs a refresher, The Maccabees originally burst onto the scene back in 2004 and quickly became one of the UK’s most beloved indie rock bands. Known for hits like “Toothpaste Kisses” and “Pelican”, they released four studio albums before calling it quits in 2016. Fans were devastated when they split, but rumors started swirling last year when the band teased a reunion—and now, it’s official. The Maccabees UK tour is happening, and it kicks off this August.
In an Instagram post on Monday, the band dropped the news, writing, “We’re very excited to say we’ll be heading out to Dublin, Glasgow and Manchester to play some shows leading up to @allpointseastuk.” That’s right – this isn’t just a one-off show. The band is hitting multiple cities, giving fans in Ireland and the UK a rare chance to see them live again.
The full tour schedule includes August 17 at Academy in Dublin, August 20 at Barrowland Ballroom in Glasgow, August 21 at O2 Victoria Warehouse in Manchester, and then the big one – August 24 at All Points East in London. Pre-sale access starts Wednesday, April 9 for those on the mailing list, and general tickets go live on Friday, April 11 at 9am BST.
The Maccabees UK tour isn’t just a nostalgic comeback – it’s something the band themselves thought might never happen again. Lead vocalist Orlando Weeks opened up about the emotional pull of returning to the stage, saying, “I thought that moment had passed… I was always going to miss it. I think we’re all kind of shocked and excited that we get to do it together again.” You can feel how personal this reunion is for the band, and that energy is bound to translate on stage.
Since their last album Marks To Prove It topped the UK charts in 2015, the band members have gone on to work on solo projects and stay involved in the music world in different ways. But there’s something special about the original lineup – Orlando Weeks, Felix White, Hugo White, Rupert Jarvis, and Sam Doyle – coming back together to play the songs that shaped a generation of indie fans.
And let’s not forget the venue lineup. Barrowland Ballroom and O2 Victoria Warehouse are both iconic spots for live music in the UK, known for their electric crowds and gritty vibes. It’s the perfect setup for a comeback tour like this. The Maccabees have always been known for their tight live performances, and with this being their first proper tour in years, you know they’re going to bring it hard.
Their headlining set at All Points East is a full-circle moment. Orlando mentioned how they’ve spent years attending the festival separately, always wondering what it would’ve been like to perform on that stage. Now, they’re getting their shot – and fans are getting a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see them own it.
Whether you’ve been a Maccabees fan since their Colour It In days or you just recently discovered them, this is the tour to catch. There’s no word yet if this run will extend beyond August or lead to new music, but for now, fans are just thrilled to see them back together. The Maccabees UK tour is the kind of comeback that reminds us why we fall in love with bands in the first place.
Ready to see The Maccabees light up the stage again? Don’t miss your chance to catch them live this August. Sign up for pre-sale access and grab your tickets before they sell out.
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