Globally celebrated pop group Westlife have officially announced the UK and European leg of their 25th anniversary celebrations, titled Westlife 25 The Anniversary World Tour. The newly revealed dates include a major stop at P&J Live in Aberdeen on Tuesday, 29 September 2026. This announcement comes shortly after the band’s highly anticipated, sold-out performances at London’s Royal Albert Hall, with extra shows already added in Dublin and Belfast following overwhelming early demand.
Set to begin in September 2026, the tour promises a high-energy, emotionally charged journey through Westlife’s remarkable 25-year career. Fans can expect a setlist packed with beloved ballads and chart-dominating hits that have defined the group’s legacy. The UK schedule will take in cities such as Glasgow, Manchester, London, Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle, Birmingham, and Cardiff, before the band returns to Belfast and continues across Europe. This marks Westlife’s first headline tour on the European continent in nearly two decades, with performances planned in countries including France, Germany, Sweden, Norway, and Switzerland, alongside further international dates yet to be revealed.
Alongside the tour news, Westlife have unveiled a brand-new single titled “Chariot.” Created in collaboration with Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid, Will Reynolds, and longtime producer Steve Mac, the track serves as a meaningful tribute to the band’s enduring bond with their fans. The song carries an uplifting message centered on love, family, and appreciating life’s most important moments, making it a fitting release to commemorate their 25-year milestone.
“Chariot” will appear on the upcoming album 25 – The Ultimate Collection, scheduled for release in February 2026. The project brings together 21 of Westlife’s most cherished songs, including timeless classics such as “Flying Without Wings,” “Uptown Girl,” and “You Raise Me Up,” while also introducing new material recorded by all four members—Shane Filan, Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan, and Mark Feehily. The album is designed as both a retrospective and a celebration of the group’s continued creative journey.
Reflecting on their career, Westlife have described the anniversary as both a moment of gratitude and a sign of renewed momentum. Over the past 25 years, the group have amassed billions of global streams, sold tens of millions of records, and achieved record-breaking chart success in the UK and beyond. Since reuniting in 2019, they have performed hundreds of shows across multiple continents, reinforcing their status as one of the most successful and enduring pop groups of the modern era.
