Yes extend Fragile tour with 2027 European dates
Published on 09/02/2026 at 15:41 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael MĂĽller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Yes keep their touring momentum going as the Fragile tour extends into Europe in May 2027. According to the band’s official site, new dates in York and Liverpool join a run of rescheduled UK shows plus stops in Utrecht and Paris.
Fragile tour returns to Europe in 2027
The latest update on the official Yes website lists a string of European dates in May 2027, led by a series of theater shows across the United Kingdom and the continent. The tour schedule confirms that tickets from spring 2026 UK dates remain valid for the new shows.
The run begins on May 2, 2027 at City Hall in Sheffield, followed by Bridgewater Hall in Manchester on May 3 and Symphony Hall in Birmingham on May 6. From there, the band heads to Bristol on May 7 and two nights at London’s Palladium on May 10 and 11.
New York and Liverpool dates plus mainland Europe
Beyond the rescheduled UK concerts, the band’s site highlights two notable additions: a new show at the Barbican in York on May 15, 2027 and a date at the Philharmonic Hall in Liverpool on May 16. Both are billed as part of the ongoing Fragile-focused touring cycle.
The itinerary then moves to continental Europe, with a concert at Tivoli Vredenburg in Utrecht on May 19 and a show at L’Olympia in Paris on May 20. Together, these dates underline how Yes continue to center the 1971 album Fragile in their current live strategy while maintaining a strong presence in key European cities.
All news and background on Yes
Stay up to date on Yes, from touring updates to their latest studio work, with more coverage in our music section.
The Aurora studio era
Yes are touring in support of their 24th studio album Aurora, released on June 12, 2026 via InsideOutMusic and Sony Music. A band statement on their official site describes the record as a continuation of the progressive rock direction they have followed in recent years, with Steve Howe, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood and Jay Schellen forming the core lineup. The album announcement confirms its release date and label.
The album positions Aurora alongside earlier modern Yes releases, providing a contemporary studio counterpart to the classic-era material from Fragile. For long-time listeners, this dual focus means current setlists can bridge more than five decades of the band’s catalog, from early 1970s progressive landmarks to new compositions.
Where the band stands now
Yes are currently active as a recording and touring band, with their next announced run of dates starting on May 2, 2027 in Sheffield’s City Hall.
Yes at a glance
- Act: Yes
- Genre: Progressive rock
- Origin: London, United Kingdom
- Active: since 1968
- Lineup: Steve Howe (guitar), Geoff Downes (keyboards), Jon Davison (vocals), Billy Sherwood (bass), Jay Schellen (drums)
- Label: InsideOutMusic / Sony Music
- Key works: Fragile (1971), Close to the Edge (1972), 90125 (1983), Aurora (2026)
- Current album/single: Aurora, released June 12, 2026
- Charts / certifications: Aurora released June 12, 2026 via InsideOutMusic and Sony Music, marking the band’s 24th studio album
- Next live date: May 2, 2027 - City Hall, Sheffield
Frequently asked questions about Yes
When does Yes play live next?
According to the band’s official touring page, Yes return to the stage on May 2, 2027 at City Hall in Sheffield as part of their extended Fragile tour.
What is Yes performing on the Fragile tour?
The Fragile tour centers on the 1971 album Fragile, which the band perform in full, alongside additional songs from across their catalog.
What is the latest studio album from Yes?
Yes released their 24th studio album Aurora on June 12, 2026 through InsideOutMusic and Sony Music, adding new material to their long-running progressive rock discography.
