Harry Styles is one of the biggest pop stars in the world right now, with his recent album Harry’s House debuting at #1 in multiple countries. As a UK artist, many fans are eagerly anticipating if and when Harry will embark on a tour of his home country. While nothing has been officially announced yet, there are many signs pointing to a UK tour being very likely.
Harry’s Popularity in the UK
As a member of One Direction, Harry Styles became a huge star across the UK. All five of One Direction’s albums topped the UK charts, showcasing their incredible popularity. Even after going solo, Harry has continued to have great success in his home country:
| Harry Styles Solo Albums | UK Chart Peak |
|---|---|
| Harry Styles | #1 |
| Fine Line | #3 |
| Harry’s House | #1 |
With each new release, Harry’s star power in the UK only seems to grow. His latest album Harry’s House recently had the biggest first week sales of 2022 so far in the country. Clearly, the demand to see Harry Styles perform live in the UK is massive right now.
His Recent Touring Activity
Looking at Harry’s recent touring activity also suggests a UK tour could happen soon. He just wrapped up the North American leg of his “Love On Tour” world tour last month. This tour was originally planned for 2020 but was postponed multiple times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The fact that he resumed touring in 2021/2022 shows that Harry is eager to get back on the road, and what better place to go next than his home country.
In addition, Harry performed a special intimate show, “One Night Only in New York,” in May 2022. He used this show to preview new music from his upcoming album Harry’s House. The fact that he is actively touring new material again after delays from the pandemic is a good sign that larger-scale touring is one of his priorities.
Unique Relationship with UK Fans
Unlike many other international pop stars, Harry Styles actually began his career in the UK. He gained fame on the British singing competition The X Factor back in 2010, when he was paired with other contestants to form One Direction. So Harry has an especially close bond with fans in the UK where it all started for him.
His UK fans have been supporting him for over a decade now. They watched him grow up from a teenager to a global superstar. Harry no doubt appreciates the incredible fanbase he has in the UK. What better way to show that appreciation than scheduling a nationwide UK tour in the near future? It would fully celebrate his triumphant return to making music and performing after the unexpected pandemic hiatus.
What Are the Chances of a UK Tour in 2023?
While there has been no official announcement yet, all signs point to Harry Styles returning to tour the UK in 2023. Let’s take a look at why this UK tour seems very likely to happen:
He Has Open Gaps in His Tour Schedule
Now that Harry has resumed his world tour, his schedule for the rest of 2022 is mostly full with shows in Europe and Latin America. However, he notably has nothing officially scheduled past November 2022. This leaves his schedule wide open for 2023, making room for a UK tour announcement soon. Unless Harry decides to take an extended break from touring, a 2023 UK tour seems like a natural fit in his schedule.
Increased UK Venue Availability
Another factor working in favor of a UK tour is that many of the top UK venues will have greater availability in 2023. Popular venues like London’s O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium were very busy in 2022 booking makeup dates for acts that had postponed tours from 2020/2021. With fewer makeup dates needed in 2023, these venues will have more open dates for Harry to potentially book shows.
The opening of major venues also gives his team ample time to plan a spectacular UK-focused production and stage show that fans won’t forget. It allows them to map out an ambitious route hitting the top arenas in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Promoting His New Album
As mentioned earlier, Harry Styles previewed his new album Harry’s House during some small shows in May 2022. By touring the UK in 2023, it would give him a perfect opportunity to continue promoting this new album to his home country fans. He could perform cuts off Harry’s House like “As It Was” and “Late Night Talking” for larger crowds who would be eager to hear the new material live. This follows the classic album-tour release cycle for major pop stars like Harry.
High Fan Demand
If there’s one factor that guarantees a UK tour for Harry Styles, it’s the incredible demand from fans in the region. Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and other social media platforms are flooded with UK fans pleading for a Harry Styles tour announcement. Fans are even using hashtags like #HarryComeHome to try and manifest the tour happening.
Harry and his management team definitely keep a close eye on social media and fan reactions. The overwhelming outpouring of interest for a UK tour can only increase the chances of Harry announcing a proper UK leg in 2023 to satisfy fans. It would be a highly anticipated event with tickets selling out instantly, creating a buzzworthy spectacle.
What Would a Harry Styles UK Tour Look Like?
Exactly what would a UK tour from Harry Styles entail? Based on his previous arena tours, general touring trends, and demand levels, we can make some educated predictions:
At Least 10 Dates
For an artist as popular as Harry, anything less than 10 dates would be surprising. His last solo UK tour in 2017 had 12 dates, including multiple nights in cities like London and Glasgow where demand was highest. For a 2023 tour, he could potentially play even more shows.
Some plausible cities on a UK tour route could include:
- London – At least 2-3 dates
- Manchester
- Glasgow
- Birmingham
- Leeds
- Newcastle
- Cardiff
- Dublin, Ireland
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
Major Venues
Harry Styles is now a household name who has headlined massive stadiums and festivals around the world. A UK arena tour would likely see him playing dates in the country’s largest and most prestigious venues, such as:
- London – The O2 Arena
- Manchester – AO Arena
- Glasgow – OVO Hydro
- Birmingham – Utilita Arena
- London – Wembley Stadium
- Cardiff – Principality Stadium
Fans know that Harry always delivers an incredible stage production, so he requires these top tier venues to bring his vision to life.
Select Intimate Dates
While he books mostly big arenas, Harry could follow in the footsteps of artists like Adele and schedule a handful of more intimate UK dates. Potential venues could include:
- London – The Palladium (3,000 capacity)
- Manchester – Albert Hall (5,000 capacity)
- Glasgow – King’s Theatre (3,000 capacity)
These theater-sized venues would allow Harry to perform a more up-close, one-of-a-kind experience for a few hundred lucky fans per night. It would be another unforgettable way for him to celebrate returning to the UK.
Special Guests
What’s a Harry Styles show without some surprises? He could invite UK celebrity friends and former One Direction members to join him on stage for guest appearances:
- Louis Tomlinson
- Niall Horan
- Lizzo
- Ed Sheeran
- Adele
Collaborations during his shows would truly make them an exclusive, can’t-miss experience for UK fans.
How Quickly Would UK Tour Tickets Sell Out?
In short—extremely fast! Let’s look at some stats:
- Harry’s upcoming 15-date North American tour sold out in under 3 hours when tickets first went on sale.
- His promoter Live Nation described it as their “largest single artist onsale ever.”
- UK fan demand for a Harry tour is even higher than in North America.
- When he last toured the UK in 2017, initial dates sold out instantly.
For a 2023 UK tour, demand will be at an all-time high. Considering how scarce rockstars like Harry are right now, fans will scramble to purchase tickets the moment they go on sale. Presales will likely sell out within minutes. Even regular on-sales will go in seconds or hours at most. Sites like Ticketmaster will crash under the heavy load.
It will be incredibly difficult to get tickets, with many disappointed fans missing out. Secondary resale prices will be astronomical, with touts trying to take advantage and charge outrageous fees. Diehard fans may pay the high costs nonetheless, leading the UK tour to be completely sold out.
Overall, the best chance for UK fans to get tickets will be trying for presales or on the very first minute of the general on-sale. Vigilantly monitoring Harry’s social media for tour announcements will be key. Signing up for artist presales ahead of time on sites like Ticketmaster will also help. But given the enormous demand, there will be a frenzy and heartbreak for many fans in the end.
How Much Would Tickets Cost?
Based on typical UK ticket prices and Harry’s worldwide fame, what could tickets for a Harry Styles 2023 tour cost?
| Seating Section | Average Ticket Price |
|---|---|
| Nosebleeds/Upper Level | £60-£100 |
| Lower Level | £100-£150 |
| Floor/Standing Pit | £150-£250 |
| VIP Packages | £300+ |
As you get closer to the stage, ticket prices will increase substantially. The most in-demand standing pit tickets directly in front of the main stage could go for £200 or more.
Compared to his last solo tour in 2017, prices may be around 20-30% higher across the board when factoring in inflation and his A-list status. Top tier tickets could surpass £250-300 each for best seats.
However, if StubHub, Viagogo, and other ticket resale sites get their hands on the limited inventory, prices will get inflated even more. It wouldn’t be surprising to see the most coveted tickets going for £400-500+ as UK fans desperately try to get into sold out shows.
While steep, superfans will consider the once-in-a-lifetime experience of seeing Harry Styles on his triumphant UK homecoming tour as priceless.
Conclusion
Despite no official announcement yet, all indications point to Harry Styles likely touring across the UK in 2023. Coming off the pandemic delays and having previewed new music, Harry seems primed to get back on the road again soon. Where better to hold an iconic comeback tour than in his home country?
UK fans have waited years to see Harry live again and they will turn out in droves when dates are revealed. The tour will undoubtedly smash ticket sale records as diehard fans scramble to secure seats. It will be a celebratory events with huge production, special guests, and of course Harry’s undeniable on-stage charisma and signature fashion.
While the tour details are still speculative, the overwhelming demand makes a extensive UK tour in 2023 seem imminent. Harry Styles’ long-awaited British return is sure to be a pinnacle pop culture moment with incredible excitement. The only question remains—when will he make the official announcement? UK fans are counting down the days.
