U2 announces its first dates for the 2027 “The Greatest Show On Earth” world tour, sharing the tour name alongside new music titled “The Greatest Show On Earth.” Multiple outlets report the band is rolling out an initial tranche of shows, with more dates expected later.
According to the sources, the tour is set to begin in February 2027 with concerts in Mexico City, São Paulo, and Buenos Aires. Consequence and others add that Beck is listed as support for the early run. Irish outlets focus on what this first announcement means for fans at home, saying Irish dates are expected to follow, while noting that details for Ireland have not yet been released. Coverage also includes descriptions of the new single from U2, which is framed as an energetic, color-forward release that accompanies the touring plans.