Pete Tong’s Ibiza Classics is returning to Manchester next year

Iconic DJ and radio presenter Pete Tong MBE is making his way back to Manchester with a whole host of guests ready to help you dance the night away.

Known for his live radio shows such as the ‘Essential Mix’ on BBC Radio 1, Tong is bringing back his widely successful Ibiza Classics club night to Manchester with an equally impressive roster of guests.

The ‘Ibiza Classics’ concept originated and debuted back in 2015 with Tong and co. taking on Royal Albert Hall as part of BBC Radio 1’s Proms schedule, paying homage to the island’s infectious anthems.

Since then, the English DJ has built a music event bigger than he could have ever imagined, and after a milestone year marking the 10th anniversary of the acclaimed Ibiza Classics show, Pete Tong has announced a brand-new run of UK arena dates for 2026.

Some of Tong’s notable releases include ‘Where’s The Music Gone’ and ‘Apocolypse’, alongside some very respectable dance music artists.

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Other tracks to his name include ‘You Got The Love’ and ‘Time’, both collaborations with Jules Buckley, one of the famous faces you’ll get to see on this special Ibiza Classics tour.

The seven-date arena tour kicks off in Glasgow’s before heading to Manchester’s AO Arena on Friday 4 December 2026.

He will also be playing in Leeds, Birmingham, and Nottingham, culminating the tour with two huge nights at The O2 London.

Ibiza Classics Live 2026

• Thursday 3 December – Glasgow, OVO Hydro
• Friday 4 December – Manchester, AO Arena
• Saturday 5 December – Leeds, First Direct Bank Arena
• Wednesday 9 December – Birmingham, Utilita Arena
• Thursday 10 December – Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena
• Friday 11 and Saturday 12 December – London, The O2

He will be joined by long-standing collaborators Jules Buckley and The Essential Orchestra.

This night is expected to be filled with pure dance hits, and based on recent shows, there might even be appearances from even more musical talents and special guests.

Pete Tong, Jules Buckley, and The Essential Orchestra are bringing Ibiza Classics to AO Arena on Friday 4 December 2026.

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Tickets go on sale next Monday 15 December, and you can get them here.

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