Laura Jane Grace Announces 2026 UK & Ireland Grassroots Venues Tour

Experience Laura Jane Grace's heartfelt punk spirit across intimate UK and Ireland venues in 2026 with a grassroots tour celebrating DIY culture.

If you’re a fan of raw, authentic punk energy and the fierce spirit of DIY music culture, you’ll be thrilled to hear that Laura Jane Grace is hitting the UK and Ireland with a special grassroots venues tour in 2026. Best known as the former lead singer of Against Me!, Laura Jane Grace is bringing her electrifying solo show to a handful of intimate, independent venues that perfectly capture the spirit she’s been championing throughout her career.

Laura Jane Grace performing live, capturing the punk ethos in full force.

A Punk Icon Hits the Road for Grassroots Venues

Laura has made it clear that this isn’t just another tour—it’s a celebration of the very places that keep punk and independent music alive. “It’s always a privilege and a pleasure coming back to the UK & Ireland, and I consider it an honour to be launching this tour with a heavy focus on supporting grassroots and independent venues,” she said.

She passionately emphasizes the importance of these spaces: “Without these spaces, there is no scene, and without a scene, what’s the point?” That spirit of punk resilience and community shines through not only in her music but also in the way she connects with her fans and supports the local scenes.

What to Expect from the Shows

Laura Jane Grace promises that the band will be playing a “mix of everything and anything from my song catalogue.” So whether you’re a die-hard Against Me! fan or have followed her solo work, expect a setlist that pulls from deep and personal corners of her songwriting journey. And she invites fans to chime in on what they want to hear—a rare and thrilling interactive vibe for a touring artist.

Tickets went on sale Friday, December 12 at 10 am and can be snatched up through official outlets. If you cherish the intensity and intimacy of punk shows in smaller venues, this tour is tailor-made for you.

The 2026 UK & Ireland Tour Dates

Mark your calendars and get ready to catch Laura in some of the UK's and Ireland's most beloved grassroots spots:

March 2026
30 – Norwich, Waterfront
31 – Southampton, The Joiners

April 2026
1 – Bristol, The Fleece
2 – Milton Keynes, The Crauford Arms
3 – London, 229
4 – Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
5 – Manchester, Manchester Punk Fest
7 – Glasgow, Slay
8 – Newcastle, Boiler Shop
9 – Belfast, Voodoo
10 – Dublin, The Grand Social

This line-up reads like a love letter to the punk community, hitting up venues that prioritize independence and grassroots artistry.

Reflecting on Recent Challenges

It’s impossible to talk about Laura Jane Grace without acknowledging the personal turbulence she’s faced recently. In July, she canceled the remainder of her 2025 tour dates after allegations of spousal abuse emerged from her wife, Patis Campbell Grace. The situation was complicated and public, with Patis expressing feeling “unsafe” and accusing Laura of misusing her platform.

Laura responded with a sincere apology, taking accountability for her actions and acknowledging the impact on her family, band, and community.

“It was reckless of me to get married so quickly and I made a lot of poor decisions where I absolutely should have known better,” she said. This openness and willingness to face personal mistakes highlight a deeply human side behind the punk icon persona.

Solo Work and Creative Evolution

Beyond the headlines, Laura has been forging new artistic paths. Her second solo album, Hole In My Head, dropped last year and was shaped heavily by the solitude and upheaval of the COVID-19 pandemic. She shared candidly about the creative process, saying, “I came out of that experience, a little bewildered without my band and made the choice to start going to St Louis, just needing some kind of change from Chicago.”

She described St Louis as an intimidating place where she knew no one, putting herself outside her comfort zone—a move that “is really healthy for you as a writer.” This phase pushed her to write “for [her] life,” fueling some of the most raw and honest songwriting she’s done in years.

Why This Tour Matters

There’s a certain magic in seeing an artist like Laura Jane Grace deliberately choose to play smaller, independent venues rather than large arenas. It feels like a full-circle moment for fans who have followed her journey from punk band frontwoman to solo artist and advocate.

If you’ve ever felt the pulse of a packed grassroots venue, you know the intimacy and energy far surpasses any stadium show. This tour is a chance to be right there with Laura, sharing in the communal spirit of punk music that thrives on connection and authenticity.

FAQ

• What venues will Laura Jane Grace play during her 2026 tour?
  She will perform at grassroots and independent venues across the UK and Ireland, including Norwich Waterfront, The Joiners in Southampton, and The Grand Social in Dublin.
• When do tickets go on sale for the 2026 tour?
  Tickets were available starting from 10 am on Friday, December 12.
• Will Laura Jane Grace play songs from both her solo career and Against Me!?
  Yes, she plans to perform a mix from her entire song catalogue, inviting fans to suggest what they’d like to hear.
• Why did Laura Jane Grace cancel some 2025 tour dates?
  She canceled following allegations of spousal abuse made by her wife and took time to address personal matters.
• What inspired Laura Jane Grace’s latest solo album?
  Hole In My Head was influenced by her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and her move to St Louis, which challenged her creatively.

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