Nick Cave & Bad Seeds Announce 2026 Australia, New Zealand Tour

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds have officially announced their Wild God Tour for Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, scheduled for January and February 2026. This will be their first tour in the region since 2017, featuring performances in major Australian cities including Perth, Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne, as well as exclusive shows in Wellington, New Zealand. The tour will showcase material from their 2024 album Wild God alongside classic hits from their extensive career, promising a blend of grand production and intimate connection with audiences. Cave described the tour as a "spiritual homecoming," expressing his deep longing for Australian fans and the unique experience of performing there. Tickets will go on sale starting August 29, 2025, and the tour is presented by Supersonic Australasia in association with the Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts. Cave’s recent recognition as a Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres by the French Ministry of Culture underscores his enduring global influence.