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The M&S Bank Arena
Paul Simon will perform in Liverpool next year as part of his A Quiet Celebration tour. The legendary singer-songwriter, who recently completed a successful run of US dates, is scheduled to take the stage at the M&S Bank Arena on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
The European leg of the tour begins on Thursday, April 9 in Prague and will see Simon travel across the continent, with dates in the UK and Ireland before concluding in Dublin on Wednesday, May 20.
The show description reads: “Experience an unforgettable evening with legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon as he brings his critically acclaimed A Quiet Celebration Tour to M&S Bank Arena Liverpool for one night only on Thursday 7 May 2026.
“Following a triumphant, sold-out run across the United States, this intimate concert series features a complete performance of Simon’s Grammy-nominated masterwork Seven Psalms – a 33-minute, continuous acoustic suite praised as ‘a masterful’ and ‘remarkable’ achievement.
Paul Simon performs onstage (Image: Getty Images)
“Performed with pristine clarity, the piece invites audiences into a deeply reflective, spiritual sound world crafted for the live stage.
“After a brief intermission, the evening expands into a career-spanning celebration of Simon’s timeless catalogue.
“Expect newly reimagined arrangements of beloved classics alongside rare gems performed by an extraordinary ensemble of world-class musicians, including Mark Stewart, Bakithi Kumalo, Steve Gadd, Andy Snitzer, Jamey Haddad, Mick Rossi, Gyan Riley, Nancy Stagnitta, Caleb Burhans and Eugene Friesen.
“Critics across North America have hailed the tour as ‘a night of magic,’ ‘majestic and vulnerable,’ and ‘a triumphant return’ – a testament to Simon’s enduring artistry, storytelling brilliance, and the exceptional musicianship on stage.
“This will be a rare opportunity to witness one of the greatest songwriters of our time in an intimate, meticulously crafted live setting.”
Presale tickets go on sale on Monday, December 15 at 10am.
Paul Simon tour dates 2026
May 07, 2026 | Liverpool | M&S Bank Arena
May 09, 2026 | Glasgow | Armadillo
May 10, 2026 | Glasgow | Armadillo
May 13, 2026 | London | Royal Albert Hall
May 14, 2026 | London | Royal Albert Hall
May 20, 2026 | Dublin | 3Arena