Francis Rossi has announced a 2026 UK tour under the banner “Quo Songbook – Past, Present, Future”, with dates running from September to November 2026 and tickets available through AEG Presents and individual venues.
What is the Francis Rossi 2026 UK tour?
The 30-date run is described on Francis Rossi’s official news page as a Quo songbook show, mixing Status Quo material with songs from Rossi’s own catalogue.
Planet Rock/Rayo reports that the show includes anthems, deep cuts and “curveballs”, plus material from Rossi’s then-new album The Accidental.
What are the confirmed tour dates and venues?
The initial announcement lists 30 UK dates. The autumn leg opens in Wimborne and includes venues across England and Scotland, with further dates in October and early November.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Artist | Francis Rossi |
| Tour name | Quo Songbook – Past, Present, Future |
| Number of dates | 30 |
| Dates | September to November 2026 |
| Ticket route | AEG Presents and venue-specific ticket pages |
| Show format | Status Quo songs plus Rossi’s solo material |
| Album mentioned | The Accidental |
| Show description | “A brand new show” – AEG Presents |
Which UK venues are confirmed for the autumn run?
Confirmed venues include Wimborne’s Tivoli Theatre, Croydon’s Ashcroft Theatre, Salisbury City Hall, Chester’s Storyhouse, Fareham Live, Eastbourne’s Congress Theatre, The Anvil in Basingstoke, Watford Colosseum, Harrogate Royal Hall, Whitley Bay Playhouse, Hull City Hall, Milton Keynes Theatre, Buxton Opera House, Aberdeen Music Hall and Eden Court in Inverness.
Does the run continue into 2027?
AEG Presents lists the tour as running from September 2026 to May 2027. The initial 30-date announcement covers the autumn portion, so the 2027 dates appear to be a second leg.
Where can the full tour list be found?
Individual venues have published their own event pages. Fairfield’s announcement for Croydon confirms the tour name and local date, while Blabbermouth lists several October dates. A single full list of every date was not part of the initial announcement.
What the announced dates cover
The 30-date run opens in late September 2026 and continues through early November. AEG Presents says the wider tour runs until May 2027.
What will Francis Rossi perform on the Quo Songbook tour?
Planet Rock/Rayo says the show mixes Status Quo anthems, deep cuts and “curveballs” with songs from Rossi’s solo catalogue. The same report links the tour to The Accidental.
AEG Presents calls the show “a brand new show”. The title suggests a setlist that reaches across Status Quo’s past, present and future rather than following a single album.
What the setlist is expected to cover
The announcement describes the show as a Quo songbook, with Status Quo material from different periods and space for Rossi’s own songs.
Is the Quo Songbook tour a solo tour or a Status Quo tour?
The announcement does not clearly say whether this is a solo tour or a full-band Status Quo tour. The event is listed under Francis Rossi’s name, and the show is described as a Quo songbook rather than a Status Quo band tour.
The announcement also does not confirm whether any members of Status Quo will appear, and no support act has been named.
Unconfirmed details
It is not confirmed whether the dates are strictly solo, include full-band performances, or feature any members of Status Quo.
How can fans buy tickets for the 2026 UK tour?
Tickets are sold through AEG Presents and venue-specific ticket pages. The AEG Presents event page is the main booking route named in the announcement, and individual venues such as Storyhouse and Fairfield have listed their own local on-sale details.
When was the 2026 UK tour announced?
The tour was announced through Francis Rossi’s official Facebook and YouTube channels. The Facebook post is dated 2 May, though the source does not confirm the year.
Earlier tabloid coverage from 2 May 2011 reported that Rossi said he had been visited in dreams by Rick Parfitt. That story is separate from the 2026 tour.
What is confirmed and what is still unclear?
Confirmed details:
- Tour name: Quo Songbook – Past, Present, Future
- Artist: Francis Rossi
- 30-date UK run from September to November 2026
- Mix of Status Quo songs and Rossi’s solo material
Information that remains unclear:
- Whether the tour is strictly solo or includes full-band performances
- Whether any Status Quo members will appear
- Support act and setlist details
- The year of the 2 May announcement date
What does “Quo Songbook – Past, Present, Future” mean?
The title uses “Quo” as Status Quo’s familiar shorthand. A songbook format usually means an artist performs songs from across a career rather than a single album.
The phrase “past, present, future” points to a setlist that reaches across Status Quo’s catalogue while making room for Rossi’s solo work. The announcement does not define the title in detail.
Where was the tour announced and which sources are reporting it?
The primary announcement came from Rossi’s official channels. A Facebook post reads:
FR is delighted to announce that he will be heading out on the road with his Quo Songbook – Past, Present, Future – 2026 UK Tour.
AEG Presents also describes the show as:
A brand new show
ON Magazine published an interview connected to the tour, and Rossi’s official Facebook post remains the central source for the announcement.
What should fans expect from the Quo Songbook tour?
The tour is set to mix well-known Status Quo material with deeper cuts and Rossi’s solo songs, including material from The Accidental. Dates are scheduled from late September through November 2026, with AEG Presents listing a wider run into May 2027.
Full details about setlists, support acts and the exact line-up remain unconfirmed. Tickets are available through AEG Presents and individual venues.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Francis Rossi?
Francis Rossi is the Status Quo artist behind the 2026 Quo Songbook tour. The tour is listed under his name and is built around Status Quo songs plus his solo material.
How many dates are on the 2026 UK tour?
The tour is announced as a 30-date UK run. Dates run from late September to November 2026, with AEG Presents listing a broader run into May 2027.
Will Status Quo appear on the tour?
The announcement does not confirm whether the tour is strictly solo or includes full-band performances. It also does not confirm whether any Status Quo members will appear.
What is The Accidental?
The Accidental is described by Planet Rock/Rayo as Francis Rossi’s then-new album. It is mentioned in connection with the solo material included in the Quo Songbook show.
Is “Rossi ice cream” related to Francis Rossi?
No. “Rossi ice cream” is an unrelated search term and should not be confused with Francis Rossi.
Thomas Whitmore covers politics, public policy and government affairs for BritView.uk.