Hothouse Flowers

Renowned for their explosive blend of rock ‘n’ roll, Irish folk and American gospel, Ireland’s legendary Hothouse Flowers, are set to return to Australia for the first time in 20 long years for a highly anticipated tour in February 2026.

The Dubliner's passionate fusion of rock, folk and gospel has captivated audiences worldwide for the last four decades. From their humble street performing roots in Dublin to global stages, the band continues to deliver electrifying performances that blend cultural storytelling and raw musical spirit with spontaneity and soulful energy.

After winning the Street Entertainers of the Year award in 1985, the band caught the eye of U2’s Bono, leading to a record deal with PolyGram. Their 1988 debut album, People, topped the Irish charts and hit number two in the UK, establishing them as a captivating live band with a dedicated global fanbase. The album features their highest streaming single to date, the utterly sublime, Don't Go.

Home followed in 1990 and featured the band’s gorgeous cover of the Johnny Nash classic, I Can See Clearly Now, which was given a new lease of life and used to stunning affect in the opening scene of 2016's Jeremy Clarkson's Grand Tour TV show. Watch the incredible intro here. Home along with 93’s Songs From the Rain cemented the bands place as one Ireland’s greats. The Australian tour follows the release of their latest album, Let’s Do This Thing (2020)

Known for their unpredictable energy and impromptu improvisation, every Hothouse Flowers show is unique experience. From rock anthems to soulful ballads and traditional songs that evoke the emotional weight of Irish storytelling, the band’s performances are a journey through musical and cultural landscapes. Their shows are marked by humour, raw expression and a deep connection with audiences, making each gig a one of a kind event.

Don’t miss one of the most celebrated returns of the year!

TOUR DATES
Wednesday, February 11: Astor Theatre, Perth 
Friday, February 13: Factory Theatre, Sydney 
Saturday, February 14: Corner Hotel, Melbourne 
Wednesday, February 18: The Gov, Adelaide 
Thursday, February 19: The Triffid, Brisbane 
Saturday, February 21: Tuning Fork, Auckland

Presale: Thursday, July 3 @ 9am local
General On sale: Friday, July 4 @ 9am local
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- Main Venue: +64 9-970 9700
- Ticketing Information: +64 9-358 4275

- Located at main entrance
- Valid photo ID required
- Pickup begins 1 hour before event start time
- Tickets available under purchasing name

There is no public parking available on site. You cannot drive into Spark Arena. 7,000 public car parks are located within a 1.5km radius of the arena. During events, the surrounding streets will have no stopping restrictions.

Special Needs Assistance: Inclusivity is essential, so if you have specific accessibility requirements please contact info@tuningfork.co.nz in advance, and we'll ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Catering: All food and beverages consumed at The Tuning Fork must be purchased from within the venue. Entry Conditions: Entry to The Tuning Fork is based on your full agreement with these basic Conditions of Entry, designed with everyones safety and comfort in mind. Management reserves the right to refuse entry to any person, and to remove from the premises, without refund, any person who violates any of the conditions listed below. We also reserve the right to inspect any bag and/or articles of clothing via screening equipment and/or bag search checks. No ticket refunds or exchanges will be provided in case of violation of these conditions. Customer Safety: Obey instructions from our uniformed staff at all times. The movement of customers within our premises is monitored by CCTV cameras. You may also be photographed for training or promotional use. Rights to all such footage stay with The Tuning Fork. You may only occupy the area and/or seat indicated on your ticket. Do not attempt to enter a restricted area. Climbing on barricades and crowd surfing are not permitted. Shoes must be worn at all times. Behaviour & Etiquette: Drink Responsibly: Anyone intoxicated or using drugs will be removed from the building without recourse. Use of Devices: Use of smartphones or other devices must not cause distraction or annoyance to others. iPads, tablets, and laptops may not be used in the bowl during events. Unruly Behaviour: Unruly and antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, verbal/physical abuse of staff and other customers, attempting to enter a restricted area, climbing, defacing, littering, throwing objects, blocking thoroughfares or fire exits. Prohibited Items: Alcohol in any type of container Bottles of any kind, cans, glass containers Gang patches or colours Firearms, fireworks, flares, laser lights Weapons of any kind, mace, tasers Illegal substances Musical instruments, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, bicycles, sporting equipment Marker pens, spray paint, tagging equipment Signage and promotional products Animals other than guide dogs Professional type cameras & other video or audio recording equipment (this may vary from event to event; please refer to the event page for details) Commercially branded food and drink (e.g., fast food) Steel-toed boots Selfie sticks A Note on Alcohol: The following are the only accepted forms of ID for the purchase and consumption of alcohol: A valid passport New Zealand Driver Licence Hospitality New Zealand 18+ card Alcoholic beverages must not be taken in or out of The Tuning Fork. You may not supply alcohol to anyone under 18 on our premises. Anyone intoxicated will be removed from the premises and will not be readmitted.

Children Supervision: Children under the age of 14 must be supervised by a responsible adult while on the premises.