The Prodigy Unveil 2026 UK & Ireland Arena Tour Featuring Carl Cox

Get ready for an electrifying experience as The Prodigy announces their 2026 UK & Ireland arena tour with special guest Carl Cox.

The Prodigy Return to the Stage With a Bang

The legendary electronic music outfit, The Prodigy, has just announced a massive arena tour across the UK and Ireland scheduled for April 2026. This exciting comeback tour will feature ten explosive dates, kicking off at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on April 15 and making stops in major cities including Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, Bournemouth, Leeds, London, Belfast, and Dublin.

Fans can snag tickets starting Friday, June 27, at 9 AM via www.theprodigy.com.

The band is set to deliver a high-octane headline set with tracks spanning their seven UK number one albums. Joining them on tour is none other than the iconic Carl Cox, who will bring his signature genre-defying three-deck vinyl setup for a two-hour set before The Prodigy take the stage each night.

“The World Heavyweight Champions Re-unite for a tour of straight up ruckus that sees The Prodigy blast through their headline set, performing tracks from across their seven UK number one albums, along with Carl Cox returning to his genre breaking three deck vinyl setup for a two-hour set from doors each night.”
– Official Press Release

Liam Howlett on the Tour & New Music

Liam Howlett, the mastermind behind The Prodigy’s iconic sound, shared his excitement about the upcoming dates:

“We’re bringin back that full experience of non-stop noise and beats from doors to getting chucked out. It will be that full Prodigy experience as it was then and how it continues to be now… and droppin’ new tunes for the people… We’ve got our old friend Carl joining us so expect full attack mode, factor nine… Let’s go!”

The tour announcement comes just before The Prodigy headline The Other Stage at Glastonbury Festival on June 29, 2025. This will be their fourth time playing at the festival but their first since the tragic loss of former frontman Keith Flint in 2019. The band had to cancel their 2019 Glastonbury appearance following his passing.

The Band's Journey After Keith Flint's Passing

After Keith Flint’s death, the band's future felt uncertain. Liam reflected on the difficult period:

“After losing Keith we couldn’t even think or talk about the band. I think it was two years after his death that me and Maxim started bringing it up. ‘Could we play live again? Did we even want to? Why? How?’ All that shit.”

Eventually, The Prodigy found their way back to the stage. Liam described the emotionally charged return:

“We realised the only possible real way to know how we would feel was to do it: get back on stage and do a bunch of gigs. It was so hard to walk onto that stage without our brother, but we really felt the crowd with us. Those gigs were highly emotionally-charged but we came out the other end with our answer.”

This return also sparked fresh creativity, fueling new music that stays true to their unique style:

“We have owned our own sound since the start, so we ain’t about to change. It’s all about writing bigger tunes and finding different ways to sonically attack the crowd when we play live.”

Recent Live Energy & Critical Acclaim

The Prodigy’s recent live sets have been met with roaring enthusiasm. Their August 2024 headline performance at Reading & Leeds Festival was described as “The Greatest Show on Earth” by critics, praising the band’s raw energy and immersive audio-visual spectacle.

The review noted:

“For a good hour, this is the Greatest Show on Earth… the abiding image is that of the festival’s fairground rides scything away in the background as punters pulsate to audio-visual chaos from ahead and above, Flint’s spirit well and truly imbibed.”

2026 UK & Ireland Arena Tour Dates

Mark your calendars! Here’s the full rundown of The Prodigy’s 2026 tour stops:

• April 15 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
• April 16 – Co-op Live, Manchester
• April 18 – Utilita Arena, Birmingham
• April 19 – Utilita Arena, Cardiff
• April 21 – BIC, Bournemouth
• April 22 – First Direct Arena, Leeds
• April 24 – Wembley OVO Arena, London
• April 25 – Wembley OVO Arena, London
• April 27 – The SSE Arena, Belfast
• April 28 – 3Arena, Dublin

Liam Howlett Pushes for Rock Hall Recognition

Earlier in the year, Liam Howlett advocated for The Prodigy’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, saying:

“Make it happen!”

Are You Ready for the Ultimate Prodigy Experience?

With the band’s return to full force and Carl Cox spinning his magic, 2026 looks set to deliver an unforgettable night of electronic mayhem and nostalgic beats. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to their sound, this arena tour promises pure adrenaline from start to finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will Carl Cox be performing at all tour dates?
  Yes, Carl Cox will perform a special two-hour set with his signature three-deck vinyl setup before The Prodigy every night.
• When do tickets go on sale?
  Tickets will be available starting Friday, June 27, at 9 AM via the official website.
• Is this The Prodigy’s first tour without Keith Flint?
  Yes, this will be their first full arena tour following the passing of Keith Flint in 2019.
• Where can I watch The Prodigy live before the tour?
  They are headlining The Other Stage at Glastonbury Festival on June 29, 2025.
• Are there any new songs expected during the 2026 tour?
  Liam Howlett has confirmed they will be dropping new tunes throughout the tour.

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