Soul Legend Patti LaBelle Announces 2026 Australian and New Zealand Tour
The tour is a celebration of Patti Labelle’s 80th birthday and 65 years in entertainment.
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Soul legend Patti LaBelle returns to Australia and New Zealand in 2026.
The “Godmother of Soul” has announced six concerts to celebrate both her 80th birthday and 65 years in the entertainment industry.
Revered for her powerhouse vocals, LaBelle has released 18 albums across a career spanning an incredible 65 years. Fans can expect to hear all of her iconic hits on tour, including ‘Lady Marmalade’, ‘On My Own’, ‘If Only You Knew’ and many more.
LaBelle’s 8065 tour commences at Perth’s Riverside Theatre on Tuesday 20 January. It continues with dates at Melbourne’s Palais Theatre on Thursday 22 January, Adelaide’s AEC Theatre on Saturday 24 January, Sydney’s Event Centre on Sunday 25 January and Gold Coast’s The Star on Wednesday 28 January, with the final show taking place in New Zealand at The Civic on Friday 30 January.
Pre-sale begins at 11am AEST on Tuesday 28 October, with general on-sale commencing at 11am AEST on Thursday 30 October. Ticketing information available via mg.live.
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There are few voices in music as distinct and memorable as the incomparable Patti LaBelle. Not only does she possess a beautiful, powerful voice, but the songbird has conducted herself with grace and dignity throughout her career, endearing her fans around the world.
The Philly-born entertainer began her career in 1962 as the lead vocalist of R&B group The Bluebelles (who later changed their name to Labelle), scoring a #1 hit with ‘Lady Marmalade’.
Disbanding in 1976, LaBelle went solo and became a bona fide superstar, going on to sell over 50 million records worldwide, winning two Grammy Awards (along with being inducted into the Gammy Hall of Fame) and becoming synonymous with the genre of soul.
Not only has she made an impact in the world of music, but LaBelle has also tried her hand at acting, starring in several movies and television shows, launched her own food and lifestyle brand, Patti’s Good Life, and even appeared on Dancing with the Stars at age 70.
A certified living legend, Patti LaBelle is one artist you don’t want to miss when she touches down in Australia and New Zealand next year, so be sure to sign up for the pre-sale to ensure your best chance at scoring tickets.
Catch Patti Labelle performing at AEC Theatre on Saturday 24 January. Ticketing information is available via mg.live.
Patti LaBelle 8065 2026 Australian and New Zealand Tour Dates
Tuesday 20 January – Riverside Theatre, Perth, WA
Thursday 22 January – Palais Theatre, Melbourne, VIC
Saturday 24 January – AEC Theatre, Adelaide, SA
Sunday 25 January – Sydney Event Centre, Sydney, NSW
Wednesday 28 January – The Star Gold Coast, Gold Coast, QLD
Friday 30 January – The Civic, Auckland, NZ
