# Radiohead 2027 Australia and Japan tour announcement

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/radiohead-australian-tour-announcement
> Updated: 2026-09-09T16:20:59.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 3.

Speculation regarding a potential Radiohead tour in Australia began following the appearance of mysterious flyers and cards marked ‘2027 Radiohead’ in various locations, including Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. These promotional materials featured QR codes directing fans to the band’s official infrastructure, W. A. S. T. E.

Radiohead has since confirmed a 21-date tour scheduled for May and June 2027. The Australian leg includes 16 shows across three cities: four nights at Perth’s RAC Arena starting May 3, six nights at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena, and six nights at Sydney’s Afterpay Arena. This marks the band’s first visit to the country in 15 years. As part of the announcement, Radiohead committed to donating $2 from every ticket sold to Greenpeace Australia Pacific and the Australian Marine Conservation Society, pledging to match the total amount raised.

Following the Australian dates, the band will perform five shows at the GMO Arena Saitama in Japan from June 8 to June 13, 2027, marking their first headline performances in the country since 2008. To prevent automated bot purchases, ticket access will be managed through a registration process. For the Australian shows, registration is scheduled to run from September 7 to September 10, 2026.

Guitarist Ed O'Brien has indicated that the band intends to follow a limited touring schedule, aiming to visit a different continent each year with approximately 20 shows per year. The 2027 tour aligns with this strategy of maintaining a controlled international presence.

## Claims

- Radiohead will perform 16 arena shows in Australia during May and June 2027. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The tour includes four shows at RAC Arena in Perth starting May 3, 2027. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The tour concludes with a six-night residency at Afterpay Arena in Sydney, ending June 1, 2027. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- This marks the band's first Australian tour since 2012. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The band will play six shows at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne. (single source)
- A $2 donation will be included in each ticket price to support Greenpeace Australia Pacific and the Australian Marine Conservation Society. (single source)
- The band will match the total amount raised through ticket donations. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Radiohead announces 2027 tour dates in Australia and Japan

Radiohead has announced a 21-date tour for 2027, featuring multiple performances in Australia and Japan starting in May.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/radiohead-announces-2027-tour-dates-in-australia-and-japan

### 2026-09-07: Radiohead announces 2027 tour dates for Australia and Japan

Radiohead has announced a 21-date tour for 2027, featuring 16 shows in Australia and five shows in Japan, marking a significant return to both regions.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/radiohead-announces-16-show-australian-arena-tour-for-2027

### 2026-09-01: Radiohead teases potential 2027 Australian tour with mysterious flyers

Mysterious cards marked ‘2027 Radiohead’ have appeared in Melbourne and other Australian cities, teasing a potential tour via QR codes linked to the band’s official W. A. S. T. E. network.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/radiohead-teases-potential-2027-australian-tour-with-mysterious-flyers

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