Westlife announce huge 25th anniversary tour, including an arena show in Manchester

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Westlife announce huge Manchester arena gig on upcoming 25th anniversary tour

Westlife announce huge Manchester arena gig on upcoming 25th anniversary tour

Legendary pop group Westlife have just announced the European leg of their 25th anniversary tour, which will include an arena gig in Manchester.

The beloved boyband will be hitting the road from September next year to celebrate a quarter-of-a-century of timeless ballads and chart-topping pop songs.

Westlife, which is made up of Nicky Byrne, Shane Filan, Kian Egan and Mark Feehily, are behind massive hits like You Raise Me Up, Uptown Girl, Flying Without Wings, Swear It Again, and If I Let You Go.

The upcoming Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour will include shows right across the UK, including in Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield.

The news comes just ahead of the group performing two sold-out nights at the Royal Albert Hall, and sell-out success in Dublin and Belfast already.

Over the last 25 years, Westlife have become one of the most successful pop groups of all time, with three billion streams globally, 36 number one albums worldwide, and 14 UK number one singles (ranking only behind Elvis Presley and The Beatles).

Westlife remain the UK & Ireland’s top-selling album group of the 21st century.

Westlife have also just released new single Chariot, written by Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid and Will Reynolds and co-written and produced by Steve Mac.

And in February next year (just in time for Valentine’s Day), they’ll release 25 – The Ultimate Collection, a greatest hits album of 21 fan favourites.

Westlife said: “This year marks 25 years since we started this incredible journey together and it still feels like only the beginning.

“The support from our fans has been unbelievable, and to celebrate with this world tour, new music, and a brand-new album feels truly special.

“We can’t wait to see you all on the road and share this next chapter together.”

Westlife will perform at the Co-op Live in Manchester on 23 October 2026.

General sale tickets will go on sale on Friday 31 October at 10am HERE, with VIP packages available through Seat Unique HERE.

Westlife UK and Ireland tour dates

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