Guitar virtuoso John 5 will return to the UK and Europe in May 2026 for his first-ever full solo tour across the territories. While he made a handful of appearances in 2016, this marks his first dedicated headline run overseas. The tour will feature 12 UK dates, alongside additional shows in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, and the Czech Republic.
For more than three decades, John 5 has built a reputation as one of rock’s most in-demand guitarists, performing and recording with artists including Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, David Lee Roth, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Meat Loaf, and Dolly Parton. He is currently a member of Motley Crue. Since 2011, he has released 12 solo albums, showcasing a technical and stylistic range that has defined his individual identity beyond the bands he’s played with.
“I don’t think I’ve ever been more excited for a tour than this one coming up,” John shared. “I haven’t been there in so long and I can’t wait to say hello and have a great time with everyone. Super SUPER excited.” The May run will bring his solo catalog to intimate venues across England and Scotland, giving fans a rare chance to see him front and center.
John 5 – 2026 UK Tour Dates:
May 05 – Southampton, England – The 1865
May 06 – Exeter, England – Phoenix
May 07 – Bristol, England – Thekla
May 08 – Manchester, England – Club Academy
May 09 – Newcastle, England – Newcastle University
May 10 – Glasgow, Scotland – Slay
May 12 – Chester, England – Live Rooms
May 13 – Wolverhampton, England – KK’s Steelmill
May 14 – London, England – Underworld
May 15 – Milton Keynes, England – Craufurd Arms
May 16 – Southend On Sea, England – Chinnerys
May 17 – Brighton, England – Concorde 2