Nearly a year on from when the band last played Blighty, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds have announced that they’re returning for a very special one-off gig. They’ll be playing Brighton’s Preston Park next summer in what will be their only UK performance of 2026.
Right now, the band is touring New Zealand and Australia as part of their Wild God Tour, which stopped by the UK back in 2024. Those shows last year garnered rave reviews from critics, who called it ‘hugely moving’, ‘deeply powerful’ and ‘utterly immersive and enthrallingly delivered’. So, fans can expect something just as brilliant in Brighton.
Nick Cave has a special affinity to the Sussex city. The Australian singer and his family lived there for 20 years but moved back to LA in 2015 after the death of his son. In his announcement of the exclusive show, which featured a video of his face and lyrics projected on Brighton landmarks, Nick said: ‘I am thrilled beyond words to return to my beloved Brighton with The Bad Seeds to play Preston Park. It’s a homecoming! It’s going to be big, bad and beautiful. An epic show!!!’
Here’s everything you need to know about Nick Cave’s exclusive Brighton show next year, and how to get tickets.
When is Nick Cave playing Brighton’s Preston Park?
Nick and the Bad Seeds will be performing at Preston Park on Friday July 31, 2026.
When do tickets go on sale?
General sale for the gig launches at 10 am on Friday, September 26.
Is there a presale?
A presale for the show will go kick off at 10am on Thursday, September 25. Fans can sign up for the early access on Nick Cave’s website.
How much will tickets cost?
According to Dice, tickets to see Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds at Preston Park will start from £52.25.
Who else is on the lineup?
Special guests have been promised, but they’re still being kept under wraps for now.
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