Fifteen years ago, The Vaccines exploded onto the music scene with their debut album, 'What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?' Now, the band is celebrating this milestone with a UK tour in March 2026. This special run of shows will see the band perform the iconic album in its entirety, along with a selection of fan favorites from their extensive back catalog. The tour will wrap up with a headline show at London's O2 Academy Brixton on Friday, March 13th. Joining them on all dates will be special guests Brigitte Calls Me Baby.
Released in March 2011, 'What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?' became an instant classic, debuting at #4 on the UK chart and eventually going Platinum. This success kicked off an impressive streak of five consecutive Top 5 UK albums for the band, a run that continued with their most recent release, 'Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations,' in 2024. The debut album is widely regarded as one of the great British guitar albums of the 2010s, featuring some of their most recognizable hits, including "If You Wanna," "Post Break-Up Sex," and "Wreckin' Bar (Ra Ra Ra)." These songs continue to captivate both longtime fans and a new generation of listeners, proving their timeless appeal.
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
Pre-sale for the tour begins on Wednesday, August 27th, at 10 a.m., with general tickets going on sale Friday, August 29th, at 10 a.m.
March 3rd: Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, O2 City Hall
March 4th: Edinburgh, Usher Hall
March 6th: Manchester, O2 Victoria Warehouse
March 7th: Birmingham, O2 Academy
March 9th: Leeds, O2 Academy
March 10th: Nottingham, Rock City
March 11th: Bristol, The Prospect Building
March 13th: London, O2 Academy Brixton
Since the release of 'Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations,' The Vaccines—made up of Justin Young, Árni Árnason, Timothy Lanham, and Yoann Intonti—have been busy on the road with tours in the UK, North America, Mexico, Australia, and more. The band is also currently in the studio working on new music, so keep an eye out for what's next!
