Lorde Announces 2026 New Zealand Tour with Auckland and Christchurch Shows

The internationally acclaimed singer Lorde has confirmed her return to New Zealand for the Ultrasound World Tour in 2026, with two highly anticipated shows in Auckland and Christchurch. However, the capital city, Wellington, has been left out of the itinerary, a pattern that has sparked some local disappointment.

As part of her Ultrasound World Tour, Lorde will perform in Auckland on February 11 and Christchurch on February 13, 2026. These dates mark her first New Zealand appearances since 2023, and fans are already buzzing with excitement. The tour is set to highlight her latest album, Virgin, which has been receiving critical and commercial acclaim across multiple countries.

Despite the absence of a Wellington date, the announcement is a significant moment for New Zealand music fans, especially after a string of high-profile international acts have skipped the country in recent years. Artists like Taylor Swift, AC/DC, and Billie Eilish have all opted to focus their tours on Australia, leaving New Zealand fans without major performances.

There were initial concerns that Lorde might have forgotten her home country, especially after New Zealand was not included in the initial Ultrasound World Tour lineup. However, the singer made it clear during a recent appearance at the Aotearoa Music Awards that her return was in the works.

“Could you imagine if I didn’t? That would be bad, that would be bad,” Lorde said, adding, “Watch this space.”

Her recent promotional efforts have included an exclusive listening party at an Auckland YMCA, where fans gathered in a unique setting to hear tracks from her new album. Lorde also performed a surprise set at the Glastonbury Festival in June, further solidifying her status as a global music icon.

With the announcement of her 2026 tour, fans are eagerly awaiting ticket sales, which will go on sale on July 18 through Frontier Touring. Given the demand for her shows, tickets are expected to sell out quickly.

As New Zealand continues to navigate its place in the global music scene, Lorde’s return is a welcome reminder of the city’s vibrant cultural landscape and the enduring connection between the artist and her home country.