Sheffield’s greatest rock band is coming home with a new date at the Utilita Arena next year.

Def Leppard have announced an upcoming UK and EU tour in June and July 2026, including what will be a knock out performance right here in Sheffield.

Def Leppard will play at Sheffield's Utilita Arena on June 30, 2026 (photo: Ross Halfin)

placeholder image — Def Leppard will play at Sheffield's Utilita Arena on June 30, 2026 (photo: Ross Halfin)

The eleven dates announced today include headlining the iconic The O2 in London and the Utilita Arena.

The 2026 dates will be the first UK and EU headline solo shows since the band’s mammoth sold out tour run in 2023 alongside Mötley Crüe.

It also comes after the boys from King Edward VII School played two critically acclaimed homecoming shows in 2023, with an intimate gig at The Leadmill followed by a smash hit performance at Bramall Lane.

Joe Elliott said: “We’re looking forward to playing Radio 2 in the Park in Chelmsford this week…our only UK date of 2025.

“But we’re also very buzzed to announce our UK and Euro dates in 2026! Playing to our home crowd and our fans in Europe is very important to us, and we’ll be bringing a brand new show that will feature some surprises as well as the classics! See you soon!”