14+ only. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
Fresh from the success and reception of their eponymously titled 10th studio album, Idlewild are pleased to announce a new tour for 2026.
The shows follow the 30th anniversary of the band’s first live performance on the19th January 1996, at the Subway in Edinburgh.
Formed thirty years ago in Edinburgh by vocalist Roddy Woomble, Guitarist Rod Jones and Drummer Colin Newton, the band have released ten studio albums and toured worldwide as a headline act, alongside as support to REM, U2 and Pearl Jam amongst others. For the last decade Idlewild’s line up has been completed by multi-instrumentalists Andrew Mitchell on bass and Luciano Rossi on Keyboards.
Initially gaining a fanbase and reputation in the late 90’s for their raucous and chaotic live performances (with NME famously comparing their live sound to ‘A flight of stairs falling down a flight of stairs’) Idlewild’s punkrock sound evolved naturally over several albums into a unique, richly melodic alternative rock which took them into the UK-mainstream for several years. Later albums introduced elements of both art rock and folk rock to their classic sound, always underpinned by Woomble’s poetic lyrics and consummate gift for melody.
- +44 114 222 8787 (Sheffield Students Union)
- General venue enquiries: +44 114 222 8787
- Located at main entrance
- Bring valid photo ID
- Ticket confirmation or booking reference required
- Pickup available 1 hour before event start
- Limited street parking nearby
- University parking lots available after 6 PM
- Nearest public car parks within 5-10 minute walk
- Recommended to use public transport or taxi
- Wheelchair accessible venue
- Designated accessible areas
- Companion seats available
- Advance notification recommended for special requirements
- Age restrictions may apply (typically 18+)
- No outside food or drinks
- No large bags or backpacks
- Valid photo ID required for entry
- No smoking inside venue
- Most events 18+
- Some all-ages events may be scheduled
- Minors must be accompanied by adult
- Check specific event details for age restrictions
