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The sparkle of Strictly Come Dancing is heading back on the road in 2026, as the hit BBC show brings its much-loved live arena tour to cities across the UK. Running from 23 January to 15 February 2026, the glittering production of Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour will feature more than 30 shows, culminating at London’s O2 Arena.

Returning to the judging panel are Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood, who will lend their expertise, wit and signature critiques to the live performances. Beloved Strictly star Janette Manrara is also back by popular demand to host the tour.

Horwood will once again direct the show, promising an evening filled with dazzling dance routines, breathtaking group numbers and live music from the iconic Strictly band.

The tour opens at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on 23 January before foxtrotting its way through Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield, Liverpool, Glasgow and Nottingham, and finally finishing in London on 15 February 2026.

Each performance will also feature a British Sign Language interpreter, ensuring the show is accessible to more fans across the country.

Celebrities Taking Part in Strictly Come Dancing 2025

Here are of the celebrities taking part in Series 23 of Strictly Come Dancing:

  • Harry Aikines-Aryeetey (“Nitro” from Gladiators) – paired with Karen Hauer
  • Dani Dyer (reality TV personality) – paired with Nikita Kuzmin
  • Alex Kingston (actress) – paired with Johannes Radeb
  • Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink (former professional footballer) – paired with Lauren Oakley
  • Chris Robshaw (former professional rugby player) – paired with Nadiya Bychkova
  • Balvinder Sopal (EastEnders actress) – paired with Julian Caillon
  • George Clarke (presenter and social media influencer) – paired with Alexis Warr
  • Ellie Goldstein (model; first contestant with Down’s syndrome) – paired with Vito Coppola
  • La Voix (performer and singer from Drag Race UK) – paired with Aljaž Škorjanec
  • Stefan Dennis (Neighbours actor) – paired with Dianne Buswell
  • Thomas Skinner (businessman / TV personality from The Apprentice) – paired with Amy Dowden
  • Vicky Pattison (TV personality) – paired with Kai Widdrington
  • Karen Carney (journalist & former footballer) – paired with Carlos Gu
  • Ross King (TV presenter) – paired with Jowita Przystal
  • Lewis Cope (actor, replacing Kristian Nairn) – paired with Katya Jones

Celebrities taking part in the Live Tour will be announced later in the year.

Judges on the Road

Strictly head judge Shirley Ballas said:

“The Strictly Live Tour is always the best way to start the new year. I can’t wait to be back on the road with Anton and Craig and bring the magic of Strictly to fans across the country. Roll on January!”

Anton Du Beke added:

“I’m back for my fourth Strictly tour and it honestly just keeps getting better and better. Sitting behind the judges’ desk and watching the excitement from the audience night after night is just magical.”

Craig Revel Horwood teased:

“If you love the BBC series, then you will love the Strictly live tour! We bring all the glitz, glamour and gorgeousness to an arena near you. It’s a FAB-U-LOUS night out for the whole family.”

As on the TV show, the live audience will play a crucial role in deciding the outcome. Using mobile phones, fans can vote for their favourite couple each night to lift the Glitterball Trophy—giving them the final say instead of the judges.

Tickets go on sale on Friday 26 September 2025 via westendtheatre.com

The Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2026 is produced by Stage Entertainment UK and Phil McIntyre Live, in association with BBC Studios.

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