Lorde Unveils 2026 'Ultrasound' Arena Tour in New Zealand and Australia

Lorde is set to bring her highly anticipated world tour to New Zealand and Australia in February 2026. This will be her first set of performances in this region since her Solar Power tour in 2023.

The arena tour kicks off at Auckland’s Spark Arena on Wednesday, February 11, before making its way to Christchurch, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and concluding in Perth on Wednesday, February 25.

About the Upcoming Tour

Presented by Frontier Touring, this six-show tour is in support of Lorde’s fourth studio album, Virgin. This album debuted at No. 1 on the Aotearoa Music Charts, the ARIA Albums Chart, and the Official UK Albums Chart, while it secured the No. 2 spot on the Billboard 200 in the United States. The album features standout singles like “What Was That,” “Man of the Year,” and “Hammer.”

Ticket Sales Information

Tickets will be available to the general public starting at 2 PM local time on Friday, July 18. American Express Card Members can access an exclusive presale beginning at 1 PM local time on Tuesday, July 15. Additionally, Frontier Members will gain presale access starting at 2 PM local time on Thursday, July 17.

The ‘Ultrasound’ world tour has seen incredible demand, with major venues worldwide including Madison Square Garden in New York and O2 Arena in London already selling out.

Fan Anticipation

Australian fans have been eagerly awaiting the tour announcement, particularly after posters for the tour appeared in both Sydney and Melbourne. Frontier Touring confirmed that the dates have now been officially announced.

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Hints From Lorde

In a May interview with Stuff during the Aotearoa Music Awards, the New Zealand singer hinted at the possibility of returning for shows. “Could you imagine if I didn’t? That would be bad,” she remarked. “Watch this space.”

Musical Direction and Team

Co-produced by Lorde in collaboration with Jim-E Stack and Dan Nigro, Virgin signifies a noteworthy change in her sound. According to a press statement, “It balances maximalist production with her signature lyrical intimacy,” effectively capturing the distinctive essence of her artistry.

Lorde 2026 New Zealand & Australia Tour

Presented by Frontier Touring
All shows are licensed all ages

Ticket Information

American Express Pre-sale: Tuesday, July 15th, 1 PM local time
Frontier Member Pre-sale: Thursday, July 17th, 2 PM local time
General Public On Sale: Friday, July 18th, 2 PM local time