THE LUMINEERS ANNOUNCE RETURN TO AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND NEXT JANUARY – THE AUTOMATIC WORLD TOUR

THE LUMINEERS ANNOUNCE RETURN TO AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND NEXT JANUARY – THE AUTOMATIC WORLD TOUR

‘Witty, sharp and evocative folk-pop’ – Double J

‘With their soaring choruses and heartfelt delivery, The Lumineers reminded us why they’re one of the most beloved live acts on the planet’ – Hotpress

Frontier Touring is thrilled to announce the return of beloved American folk-rockers and 2 x GRAMMY® nominees The Lumineers, bringing their hugely anticipated AUTOMATIC World Tour to Australia and New Zealand in January 2026.

Renowned for their soul-stirring live shows and emotive songwriting, The Lumineers will perform in Christchurch, Auckland, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth –their first visit since 2022’s sold-out run.

Captivating audiences around the globe with their rich instrumentation, raw lyricism and undeniable chemistry, The Lumineers – Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites – will deliver some of the most unforgettable performances this summer. Currently on tour in North America and having already lit up sold-out arenas with rapturously received shows across Europe and the UK, today’s news follows the release of the band’s acclaimed fifth studio album, AUTOMATIC (out now via Dualtone). ​

Watch: The Lumineers – Same Old Song

A stunning evolution in both sound and sentiment, AUTOMATIC is The Lumineers’ first collection of new music in three years. Upon release in February 2025, it debuted at #16 on the Billboard 200 (and #2 on Top Rock Albums, Americana/Folk Albums, and Independent Albums), critics praising the band’s “raw, vulnerable, and emotionally connected” latest effort (American Songwriter). Fans’ first taste came in the form of lead single ‘Same Old Song’, which reached #1 on Billboard’s Adult Alternative Airplay chart – the pair’s eighth song to reach the top spot.

With billions of global streams and a blistering live reputation that continues to ascend, The Lumineers have carved a singular path. Yet at the heart of it all lies their commitment to honest songwriting – a badge of honour that’s seen them collaborate with the likes of P!nk, James Bay, Noah Kahan, and Zach Bryan. Live on stage, they’re pure magic: the band’s wildly successful 2022 BRIGHTSIDE World Tour taking in 120 cities, 29 countries, six continents, and selling over 1.1 million tickets.

After 20 years of musical partnership, The Lumineers are riding high… Don’t miss them live on stage this summer!

ABOUT THE LUMINEERS:
​Founded in 2005 by Wesley Schultz (lead vocals, guitar) and Jeremiah Fraites (drums, percussion, piano), The Lumineers have risen to become one of the most successful and influential bands of their generation, blending alternative rock, Americana, and heartfelt storytelling. Over five studio albums, including their 2025 release AUTOMATIC, the band has achieved 24 #1 hits across multiple radio formats, earned over 6 billion streams, sold more than 1.5 million albums in the US, and built a Spotify following of 22 million monthly listeners with a social media reach of 6.5 million.

Their accolades include two GRAMMY® nominations, five Billboard Music Awards nods, an American Music Award nomination, and an iHeartRadio MMVA win for their #1 hit ‘Stubborn Love’. Known for their electrifying live performances, The Lumineers have sold out arenas, ampitheatres and stadiums across the globe, and headlined festivals like Bonnaroo, Glastonbury, and Fuji Rock.

Beyond music, The Lumineers are dedicated to driving social impact, championing environmental sustainability, and supporting causes such as human rights, youth mental health, music education, and hunger relief. Their pandemic-era Colorado Gives Back benefit raised critical funds for live music and service industry workers affected by COVID-19. Now, with AUTOMATIC and The AUTOMATIC World Tour, The Lumineers continue to captivate audiences while building a legacy of creativity, advocacy, and impact.

THE LUMINEERS ​AUSTRALIAN & NEW ZEALAND TOUR ​JANUARY 2026

Saturday 3 January ​Christchurch Town Hall | Christchurch, NZ
Tuesday 6 January ​Spark Arena | Auckland, NZ
Friday 9 January ​Sidney Myer Music Bowl | Melbourne, VIC
Tuesday 13 January ​Brisbane Entertainment Centre | Brisbane, QLD
Friday 16 January ​Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW
Sunday 18 January ​Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena | Adelaide, SA
Wednesday 21 January ​RAC Arena | Perth, WA

 

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