Mumford & Sons have excited fans with the announcement of two new dates for their UK arena tour after all previous tour dates sold out within just two hours. The beloved folk-rock band, which comprises Marcus Mumford, Ted Dwane, and Ben Lovett, revealed these additional shows will be held at Newcastle's Utilita Arena on November 29, 2025, and Leeds' First Direct Arena on November 30, 2025.
The announcement comes as part of a wider 21-stop tour across the UK and Europe designed to support their forthcoming album, RUSHMERE, slated for release on March 28, 2025. Tickets for the new shows will be available for pre-sale starting at 10 am on March 26, 2025, adding excitement as fans rush to secure their spots.
The initial tour schedule kicks off on November 6, 2025, at the Avicii Arena in Stockholm, Sweden, and marks the band's return to the stage following a brief hiatus following some lineup changes. The new UK dates will progress through several major cities, beginning in Glasgow on December 2 and continuing through Manchester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Cardiff, and a two-night finale in London.
“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to add new dates and give even more fans a chance to see us live,” commented the band. They expressed their joy in catering to their enthusiastic fanbase, eager to experience their evolution in sound and performance.
Besides extending their concert series, Mumford & Sons have implemented a charitable contribution initiative with each ticket sold for the UK dates. For every ticket purchased, £1 will be donated to the Live Trust, a funding initiative dedicated to supporting those working within the live music scene. Additionally, the band has joined forces with PLUS1, ensuring that another £1 from each ticket will be directed towards War Child, a charitable organization striving to protect, educate, and advocate for children's rights in war-affected regions.
“This collaboration exemplifies our commitment to making a positive impact in the communities we perform in,” said the band. Their proactive approach demonstrates a strong acknowledgment of the current challenges faced by those in the live music industry and vulnerable children impacted by conflict.
Mumford & Sons' tour is notable not only for its exciting locations but also as a landmark event marking their first album as a trio following the departure of banjoist Winston Marshall in 2021. Marshall's exit from the band stemmed from backlash he received for his comments about a book by right-wing journalist Andy Ngo. Despite the change in lineup, the remaining members have reinforced their goal to continue pushing their musical boundaries, thus engaging with both longstanding fans and new audiences.
In anticipation of their album RUSHMERE, which follows their 2018 release, Delta, Mumford & Sons have embraced a hunger for experimentation in their music. As penned by NME's Jordan Bassett in a three-star review: “A decade after they began their bid to become the most popular band in the world, Mumford & Sons are still pushing into unfamiliar territory.” This narrative highlights the band’s artistic evolution and a willingness to explore new themes and sounds.
Adding to their busy schedule, Mumford & Sons have also been confirmed to headline the main stage at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Liverpool on May 25, 2025. The festival marks an ideal platform for the band to showcase new material from their upcoming album while further connecting with their fans.
As the band prepares to embark on this expansive tour, the synergy between their musical journey and charitable engagements paints a vibrant picture of their longstanding impact on both the music scene and the world at large. With concertgoers eager to join them in this new chapter, there’s no doubt that Mumford & Sons will continue to be a significant force in live music and philanthropic efforts.
With each new step they take, whether on stage or through charitable efforts, Mumford & Sons remain an example of how art can intertwine with advocacy, fostering a community built on support and shared experiences.
