The moment fans have been bracing for — and quietly hoping would never arrive — is finally here. Depeche Mode have officially announced “Celebration II,” a monumental farewell tribute tour set for 2026, marking the closing chapter of one of the most influential careers in modern music history. Spanning 30 countries across Europe, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, the tour promises to be a sweeping, emotional, and electrifying celebration of more than four decades of sound, style, and cultural impact.
Rather than a somber goodbye, Celebration II is being positioned as a victory lap — a final thank-you to the millions of fans who carried Depeche Mode from underground synth pioneers to global icons.
A Farewell Built on Legacy, Not Finality
According to the band’s announcement, Celebration II is designed as a tribute to the Depeche Mode universe itself — the music, the imagery, the eras, and the fans. While the word “farewell” naturally carries weight, the band emphasized that this tour is about celebration, reflection, and connection, not disappearance.
From the raw minimalism of Speak & Spell to the towering emotional gravity of Violator, Songs of Faith and Devotion, and Memento Mori, the tour will reportedly span every chapter of the band’s evolution. Longtime collaborators, archive visuals, and reimagined stage designs are all expected to play a central role.
What Fans Can Expect from “Celebration II”
Sources close to the production describe Celebration II as the most ambitious live concept Depeche Mode have ever staged, blending modern technology with classic aesthetic restraint.
Highlights expected on the tour include:
- A career-spanning setlist covering early synth classics, stadium anthems, and deeper fan favorites
- Tribute segments honoring the band’s history and the late Andy Fletcher
- Immersive visual storytelling drawing from iconic Depeche Mode imagery
- A stage design that evolves through different musical eras during the show
- Special moments curated specifically for long-time fans
While the final setlist remains under wraps, insiders suggest the shows will be longer and more reflective than recent tours — designed to feel like a shared farewell between band and audience.
Europe, UK & Ireland: Cities and Dates Revealed
The 2026 Celebration II tour will kick off in late March 2026 and run through early September, touching major capitals, cultural hubs, and historic venues across the continent.
United Kingdom & Ireland
- London – Wembley Stadium – April 4 & 5, 2026
- Manchester – Etihad Stadium – April 8, 2026
- Birmingham – Utilita Arena – April 10, 2026
- Glasgow – OVO Hydro – April 13, 2026
- Dublin – Aviva Stadium – April 16, 2026
Western & Northern Europe
- Paris, France – Stade de France – April 20, 2026
- Amsterdam, Netherlands – Johan Cruijff Arena – April 23, 2026
- Brussels, Belgium – Forest National – April 25, 2026
- Hamburg, Germany – Volksparkstadion – April 29, 2026
- Berlin, Germany – Olympiastadion – May 2, 2026
- Copenhagen, Denmark – Parken Stadium – May 6, 2026
- Stockholm, Sweden – Friends Arena – May 9, 2026
- Oslo, Norway – Telenor Arena – May 12, 2026
Southern Europe
- Milan, Italy – San Siro – May 17, 2026
- Rome, Italy – Stadio Olimpico – May 20, 2026
- Barcelona, Spain – Estadi Olímpic – May 24, 2026
- Madrid, Spain – Civitas Metropolitano – May 27, 2026
- Lisbon, Portugal – Estádio da Luz – May 30, 2026
Central & Eastern Europe
- Vienna, Austria – Ernst-Happel-Stadion – June 4, 2026
- Prague, Czech Republic – O2 Arena – June 7, 2026
- Budapest, Hungary – Puskás Aréna – June 10, 2026
- Warsaw, Poland – PGE Narodowy – June 14, 2026
- Kraków, Poland – Tauron Arena – June 16, 2026
Southern & Southeastern Europe
- Athens, Greece – Olympic Stadium – June 20, 2026
- Sofia, Bulgaria – Vasil Levski Stadium – June 23, 2026
- Bucharest, Romania – Arena Națională – June 26, 2026
- Zagreb, Croatia – Arena Zagreb – June 29, 2026
Finale Shows
- Zurich, Switzerland – Letzigrund – July 3, 2026
- Munich, Germany – Olympiastadion – July 6, 2026
- Final Night: Berlin, Germany – Olympiastadion – September 5, 2026
The band confirmed that the Berlin finale will be filmed for a future live release.
Why “Celebration II” Matters
Depeche Mode have never simply been a band — they are a cultural force. Their influence stretches across electronic music, alternative rock, fashion, visual art, and even modern pop songwriting. Entire generations discovered emotion through machines because of them.
Celebration II isn’t just about saying goodbye to a touring chapter — it’s about acknowledging a shared history between artists and fans that spans decades, continents, and personal lives.
Ticket Information and Fan Reaction
Tickets are expected to go on sale globally in early October 2025, with presales for fan-club members opening earlier. Demand is predicted to be enormous, with many cities already preparing for multiple sell-out nights.
Within minutes of the announcement, social media lit up with emotional reactions — gratitude, disbelief, excitement, and nostalgia all colliding at once. For many fans, Celebration II feels less like the end of something, and more like a final, unforgettable gathering.
One Last Time, Together
As 2026 approaches, one thing is certain: Depeche Mode are leaving the stage the same way they entered it — on their own terms, with purpose, power, and undeniable grace.
Celebration II is not just a farewell tour.
It’s a love letter.
A monument.
And one last chance to stand in the dark, feel the pulse, and sing along — together.
