Oasis has revealed three additional concert dates in the UK for their reunion tour slated for next year.
The band mentioned that the extra performances were in response to “unmatched demand” following the ticket pre-sale registration.
They have also prolonged the deadline for pre-sale confirmations until 10am UK time on Friday, amid concerns from some users on social media who reported they had not received replies. Fans selected in the ballot will receive notification by 5pm tomorrow with details about accessing tickets.
Noel and Liam Gallagher confirmed the band’s reunion on Tuesday morning, following weeks of speculation. This revival occurs 15 years after Noel departed from the band, marking the end of Oasis—until now.
The brothers, seen in 1997, did not communicate for years following the Oasis split in 2009. Pic: Reuters
The newly added performances mean the band will now play five concerts at Wembley, five in their hometown, and three in Scotland—along with two shows in Ireland and two in Wales.
The new dates include: July 16 at Heaton Park, Manchester; July 30, Wembley, London; August 12, Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh.
As with the initial shows, a majority of tickets for these new dates will be available on Saturday morning following the pre-sale.
The new performances follow the band’s announcement that some fans would have the opportunity to purchase tickets a day early via a pre-sale ballot—prompting thousands to rush to register for a chance.
A statement on the Oasis social media platforms indicated an “unprecedented level of entries”.
Fans have voiced complaints that hotels near the concert locations have already increased their rates. One hotel chain in Manchester faced criticism for cancelling a reservation made prior to the reunion announcement, then relisting the room for a higher price.
Glastonbury speculation dispelled
Prior to the reunion announcement, some reports suggested the band might perform a historic 10 dates at Wembley, as well.as a headline performance at Glastonbury.
Nonetheless, the band put an end to the conjecture regarding the festival appearance, stating: “Despite media conjecture, Oasis will not be performing at Glastonbury 2025 or any other festivals next year. The sole opportunity to witness the band live will be during their Oasis Live ’25 World Tour.”
According to the original announcement, plans have been made for additional dates beyond Europe, although no further specifics have been disclosed.
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Oasis last headlined Glastonbury in 2004 – but have declared it won’t occur again next year. Pic: Shutterstock
‘The long wait is finally over’
After weeks of intrigue, both Gallagher brothers announced the reunion via their social media platforms on Tuesday, proclaiming: “This is it, this is happening.”
“The guns have fallen silent,” Oasis declared. “The stars have aligned. The long wait is finally over. Come witness it. It will not be broadcasted.”
Fifteen years following the band’s disbandment, the siblings were photographed together for the first time in years to commemorate the announcement, reportedly taken in London in July. It remains unclear if they had met prior to this.
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Elucidating the reasons behind the reunion occurring now after years of silence, the band’s statement indicated there wasn’t a “dramatic revelatory moment,” but rather “the gradual acknowledgment that the time is right.”
Today marks the 30th anniversary of Oasis’s debut album, Definitely Maybe – something they noted must have been a “subconscious influence” on their decision-making.
Details regarding which former members of Oasis will rejoin them for the tour, or other artists in the lineup, have yet to be disclosed.
They have yet to clarify if there are any intentions to release new music.
Amid concerns over scalpers and ticket pricing, the band has teamed up with Twickets as their official resale platform, “to guarantee that tickets for their 2025 UK tour are resold for no more than face value and accompanying fees.”
The Oasis website states: “Ticket resale is authorized at no more than the original price paid (face value + booking fees). Kindly utilize only the authorized resale partners www.twickets.live and Ticketmaster. Selling tickets through unauthorized resale sites will violate these terms and conditions, and such tickets may be canceled.”
