Key Points
- Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts have cancelled their entire 13-date 2026 European Love Earth Tour, including the Glasgow Summer Sessions show at Bellahouston Park on June 29.
- The veteran rocker announced the decision to take a break, issuing a statement apologising to ticket holders.
- The tour was set to begin in Manchester on June 19, with support from Elvis Costello and the Imposters on the first nine dates.
- No further explanation was provided beyond Young’s desire for a break, following recent UK performances at Glastonbury and Hyde Park in 2025.
Glasgow (Glasgow Express) February 7, 2026 – Neil Young has cancelled his planned appearance at the Glasgow Summer Sessions as part of a broader decision to scrap his entire 2026 European tour.
The rock legend and his band, the Chrome Hearts, were due to perform at Bellahouston Park on June 29, but Young announced the full cancellation via his official website. He stated:
“I have decided to take a break and will not be touring Europe this time. Thanks to everyone who bought tickets. I’m sorry to let you down, but this is not the time. I do love playing LIVE and being with you and the Chrome Hearts. LOVE Neil be well.”
Why Did Neil Young Cancel His 2026 Tour?
According to reporting by AntiMusic, the 13-date Love Earth Tour was scheduled to kick off at Heaton Park in Manchester on June 19, followed by stops across France, England, Ireland, Wales, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland and Italy. Ultimate Classic Rock confirmed the list of cancelled dates, including Glasgow Summer Sessions, with Elvis Costello and the Imposters set to support the initial nine shows.
As reported by Scott Colothan of Hello Rayo, the cancellation affects seven shows in the UK and Ireland, coming less than 24 hours after Twisted Sister pulled their reunion tour due to health issues for frontman Dee Snider. No additional reasons were given for Young’s decision.
What Were the Planned Tour Dates?
Hello Rayo detailed the UK and Ireland legs, listing Manchester Heaton Park on June 19, Chelmsford’s State Fayre at Hylands Park on June 27, Glasgow on June 29, Cork’s Virgin Media Park on July 1, Oxfordshire’s Blenheim Palace Festival on July 3, and Cardiff’s Blackweir Fields on July 5. AntiMusic and Ultimate Classic Rock provided the full European itinerary, struck through as cancelled.
Which Recent Shows Did Neil Young Play in the UK?
Scott Colothan of Hello Rayo noted that Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts had performed two UK shows in summer 2025, headlining Glastonbury and British Summer Time at Hyde Park. This follows a pattern of selective touring for the band.
What Happens to Tickets for the Cancelled Shows?
Neil Young’s statement on his Neil Young Archives website, as quoted by multiple outlets including AntiMusic and Hello Rayo, expresses regret to fans who purchased tickets, though specific refund details were not outlined in the announcements. Fans are advised to contact their ticket providers for information on refunds or exchanges.
The cancellation underscores the unpredictability of live music scheduling for veteran artists, with Young’s focus now shifting away from European stages in 2026.
