{"id":2737,"date":"2026-09-07T00:23:56","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T00:23:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resources.onestowatch.com\/mkto-tour-dates\/"},"modified":"2026-09-08T00:04:54","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T00:04:54","slug":"mkto-tour-dates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onestowatch.com\/live\/mkto-tour-dates\/","title":{"rendered":"MKTO&#8217;s 2026 Australia &amp; New Zealand Tour Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>MKTO\u2019s 2026 Australia &amp; New Zealand Tour Guide<\/h2><p>MKTO returns to Australia and New Zealand in September 2026 for a long-awaited run of shows. The tour follows sold-out 2025 dates and brings the duo back to key cities across both countries. Fans can still lock in tickets for select nights, including a featured Sydney date at Liberty Hall.<\/p><h2>Featured Ticket: MKTO at Liberty Hall, Sydney<\/h2><p><\/p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/onestowatch-v2\/artist_51_img_tile.jpg\" alt=\"MKTO\"><p><strong>Thursday, September 10, 2026 | Liberty Hall, Moore Park, Australia<\/strong><\/p><p>Liberty Hall at Moore Park is one of Sydney\u2019s most atmospheric mid-capacity venues. MKTO\u2019s <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moshtix.com.au\/v2\/event\/mkto\/195512\">September 10 headline show<\/a> there sits at the heart of their Australian run and still has tickets available through Moshtix.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group aga-native-youtube-container wp-embed-responsive is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube aga-native-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"MKTO - Classic (Official Video)\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4Ba_qTPA4Ds?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4Ba_qTPA4Ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2>Quick Ticket Links by City<\/h2><ul><li><p><strong>Sydney, Liberty Hall<\/strong> \u2014 <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" class=\"solid-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moshtix.com.au\/v2\/event\/mkto\/195512\">Tickets via Moshtix<\/a><\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Newcastle, King Street Bandroom<\/strong> \u2014 Tickets via <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/newcastlelive.com.au\/mkto-make-a-classic-comeback-to-newcastle\/\">Oztix<\/a><\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Brisbane, Princess Theatre<\/strong> \u2014 Tickets via Ticketmaster and the official tour page<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Adelaide, Lion Arts Factory<\/strong> \u2014 Tickets via the official tour page<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Fremantle, Freo.Social<\/strong> \u2014 Tickets via the official tour page<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Auckland, The Studio<\/strong> \u2014 Tickets via the official tour page<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>All Confirmed 2026 Tour Dates<\/h2><p>MKTO\u2019s 2026 Australia &amp; New Zealand Tour, <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/themusic.com.au\/news\/mkto-reveal-2026-australian-tour-dates\/0h1oxMfGycg\/19-05-26\">presented by Teamwrk Touring and MRG Live<\/a>, spans seven cities across September 2026. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/backseatmafia.com\/news-mkto-confirm-harrykirby-for-australian-dates\">Central Coast pop artist HarryKirby is confirmed as the support act for the Australian leg<\/a>. Dates that have already passed are indicated below.<\/p><ol><li><p><strong><s>Thursday, September 3, 2026<\/s><\/strong><s> \u2014 Princess Theatre, Brisbane, QLD \u2014 <\/s><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/themusic.com.au\/news\/mkto-reveal-2026-australian-tour-dates\/0h1oxMfGycg\/19-05-26\"><s>Brisbane theatre show with 18+ entry and photo ID required<\/s><\/a><s>. Tickets via Ticketmaster.<\/s><\/p><\/li><li><p><strong><s>Friday, September 4, 2026<\/s><\/strong><s> \u2014 170 Russell, Melbourne, VIC \u2014 <\/s><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/en.perto.com\/au\/melbourne-6419\/170-russell-68854\"><s>One of Melbourne\u2019s premier live music rooms<\/s><\/a><s>. Tickets via official tour page.<\/s><\/p><\/li><li><p><strong><s>Saturday, September 5, 2026<\/s><\/strong><s> \u2014 Lion Arts Factory, Adelaide, SA \u2014 <\/s><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsoninadelaide.net.au\/events\/mkto-adelaide\"><s>18+ event with an 8:00 pm start<\/s><\/a><s>. Tickets via official tour page.<\/s><\/p><\/li><li><p><strong><s>Sunday, September 6, 2026<\/s><\/strong><s> \u2014 Freo.Social, Fremantle, WA \u2014 <\/s><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/themusic.com.au\/news\/mkto-reveal-2026-australian-tour-dates\/0h1oxMfGycg\/19-05-26\"><s>Perth-area date on the reunion run<\/s><\/a><s>. Tickets via official tour page.<\/s><\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Thursday, September 10, 2026<\/strong> \u2014 Liberty Hall, Moore Park (Sydney), NSW \u2014 Featured OnesToWatch Live show, 7:30 PM start. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" class=\"solid-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moshtix.com.au\/v2\/event\/mkto\/195512\">Tickets via Moshtix<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Friday, September 11, 2026<\/strong> \u2014 King Street Bandroom, Newcastle, NSW \u2014 <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/admitone.com\/venue\/king-street-bandroom\/6a04fa3adf347f5dd1597ecb\">Newcastle date on the 2026 run<\/a>, 8:00 PM start. Tickets via <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/newcastlelive.com.au\/mkto-make-a-classic-comeback-to-newcastle\/\">Oztix<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Sunday, September 13, 2026<\/strong> \u2014 The Studio, Auckland, New Zealand \u2014 <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/themusic.com.au\/news\/mkto-reveal-2026-australian-tour-dates\/0h1oxMfGycg\/19-05-26\">First confirmed New Zealand date of this era<\/a>. Tickets via official tour page.<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p>For the full official tour page, visit <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/backseatmafia.com\/news-mkto-confirm-harrykirby-for-australian-dates\">wearemkto.com\/tour<\/a>.<\/p><h2>2027 Tour Status and Future Dates<\/h2><p>With the 2026 routing mapped out, many fans are already thinking about what comes next. As of September 2026, no MKTO concert dates for 2027 have been announced in any market, including the United States, Australia, or New Zealand. No confirmed US dates for 2026 are currently listed either. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/events.musicofourdesire.com\/artist\/mkto\">Fans should follow MKTO\u2019s official channels for notifications when new shows are added<\/a>. To stay ahead of future announcements, follow MKTO\u2019s official social media and check <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.onestowatch.com\/\">OnesToWatch<\/a> for updates as they break.<\/p><h2>MKTO\u2019s Comeback Story<\/h2><p>MKTO built a devoted Australian fanbase from the very beginning. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/themusic.com.au\/news\/mkto-reveal-2026-australian-tour-dates\/0h1oxMfGycg\/19-05-26\">Their debut single \u201cThank You\u201d charted on the ARIA Charts in 2012<\/a>. The duo followed it with a string of ARIA Top 40 singles, including \u201cClassic,\u201d \u201cGod Only Knows,\u201d and \u201cAmerican Dream.\u201d <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/concerts50.com\/show\/mkto-in-moore-park-tickets-sep-10-2026\">\u201cClassic\u201d hit the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 and went double-platinum (RIAA)<\/a>. Their self-titled debut album earned platinum and gold certifications across Australia, the US, the UK, New Zealand, Sweden, and Denmark.<\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/backseatmafia.com\/news-mkto-confirm-harrykirby-for-australian-dates\">MKTO currently has over 9 million monthly Spotify listeners and over 1.7 billion streams for \u201cClassic\u201d alone<\/a>. In the years since their last Australian run, the duo performed alongside The Kid LAROI and 2 Chainz in North America. Those shows kept their live chops sharp and their global audience engaged.<\/p><p>The 2025 Sydney and Melbourne shows sold out and proved how strong demand remained. That success directly fueled the expanded 2026 routing, which now reaches Brisbane, Adelaide, Fremantle, Newcastle, and Auckland. Malcolm Kelley captured the mood of the reunion plainly: <em>\u201cWe\u2019re super excited to still be able to do shows with music we put out years ago. Even more excited to add New Zealand to this run as well as more cities in Australia. Places that showed us love from the very beginning. Can\u2019t wait to see everybody and have a good time!\u201d<\/em><\/p><h2>How to Get Tickets: Tips and Official Sources<\/h2><p>The excitement around MKTO\u2019s reunion means tickets are moving quickly. Several dates on this tour have already sold out, and <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/backseatmafia.com\/news-mkto-confirm-harrykirby-for-australian-dates\">only limited tickets remain for others<\/a>. Keep these practical points in mind when buying:<\/p><ul><li><p>The Sydney Liberty Hall show on September 10 is available via <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" class=\"solid-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moshtix.com.au\/v2\/event\/mkto\/195512\">Moshtix<\/a>. Using the direct link is the safest purchase route.<\/p><\/li><li><p>The Adelaide show at Lion Arts Factory is an <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/whatsoninadelaide.net.au\/events\/mkto-adelaide\">18+ event<\/a>. Bring valid photo ID to ensure entry.<\/p><\/li><li><p>The Brisbane Princess Theatre show is also <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/hilltops.app\/event\/mkto-the-princess-theatre-brisbane\">18+ with strict photo ID requirements<\/a>. Thongs and steel-capped shoes are not permitted at the venue.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Resale tickets for Brisbane carry a <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/hilltops.app\/event\/mkto-the-princess-theatre-brisbane\">$14.95 per-transaction handling fee via Ticketmaster<\/a>. Refunds only apply under Ticketmaster\u2019s resale policy.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Always purchase through official ticketing platforms such as Moshtix, Oztix, Ticketmaster, or the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/backseatmafia.com\/news-mkto-confirm-harrykirby-for-australian-dates\">official tour page<\/a> to avoid scams.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Newcastle\u2019s King Street Bandroom show starts at 8:00 PM. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/musick.com.au\/venue\/king-street-warehouse\">Tickets are priced at $73<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>What to Expect at an MKTO Show<\/h2><p><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/events.musicofourdesire.com\/artist\/mkto\">MKTO\u2019s live performances are known for being tight and well-rehearsed<\/a>. Their mid-paced sets let the arrangements come through clearly. Fans can expect a nostalgia-driven setlist anchored by their early hits, songs that Australian audiences have been singing along to for years. Because the crowd knows every word, the atmosphere tends to be high-energy and communal.<\/p><p>For the Australian leg, <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/backseatmafia.com\/news-mkto-confirm-harrykirby-for-australian-dates\">18-year-old Central Coast pop artist HarryKirby opens the show<\/a>. He has already sold out headline dates across Australia on the back of his debut EP \u201cWritten On My Brain.\u201d Arriving early gives you the chance to catch his full set.<\/p><h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><h3>Where Is MKTO Playing in 2026?<\/h3><p>MKTO\u2019s confirmed 2026 shows are all located in Australia and New Zealand. The tour spans Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Fremantle, Sydney, Newcastle, and Auckland across September 2026. No US or European dates have been announced for 2026.<\/p><h3>Are There Any MKTO Tour Dates for 2027?<\/h3><p>As of the publication date of this article, MKTO has not announced any concert dates for 2027 in any market. Fans should follow MKTO\u2019s official social channels and check OnesToWatch for updates as they are confirmed.<\/p><h3>Who Is Opening for MKTO on the 2026 Australian Tour?<\/h3><p>HarryKirby, an 18-year-old pop artist from Australia\u2019s Central Coast, is the confirmed support act for the Australian leg of the tour. He released his debut EP \u201cWritten On My Brain\u201d and has already sold out headline shows across Australia.<\/p><h3>Where Can I Buy Official MKTO 2026 Tickets?<\/h3><p>The Sydney Liberty Hall show on September 10, 2026 is available via <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\" class=\"solid-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moshtix.com.au\/v2\/event\/mkto\/195512\">Moshtix<\/a>. Other dates are ticketed through Oztix (Newcastle), Ticketmaster (Brisbane), and the official tour page at wearemkto.com\/tour. Always use official platforms to avoid fraudulent listings.<\/p><h3>What Songs Does MKTO Play Live?<\/h3><p>MKTO\u2019s live sets draw heavily from their self-titled debut album and the singles that defined their early success. Their shows are known for being tight and well-rehearsed. The pacing keeps the focus on strong arrangements and big singalong moments.<\/p><h2>How the 2026 Tour Reflects Fan Demand<\/h2><p>The 2026 routing shows how strongly Australian and New Zealand fans still connect with MKTO. The 2025 sell-outs in Sydney and Melbourne created the commercial case for a broader tour, and the expanded 2026 schedule reflects that momentum. Multiple dates are already sold out or close to it, and Auckland\u2019s inclusion finally gives New Zealand fans a confirmed show on this run. The HarryKirby support slot positions the tour as a discovery moment, pairing an established international act with a fast-rising local artist.<\/p><h2>Practical Tips for First-Time MKTO Fans<\/h2><p>Streaming the self-titled debut album before the concert is the easiest way to prepare. It covers the core songs most likely to appear in the set. Arrive early to catch HarryKirby\u2019s opening set and to settle in before MKTO takes the stage.<\/p><p>For the Sydney show specifically, Liberty Hall is located at Building 220, The Entertainment Quarter, Lang Rd, Moore Park NSW 2021. Plan transport with the Thursday night crowds in mind, as the venue sits within a busy entertainment precinct.<\/p><p>New fans who want to place MKTO within the broader landscape of pop and R&amp;B discovery can explore more context on <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.onestowatch.com\/\">OnesToWatch<\/a>, which has tracked emerging and independent artists for years.<\/p><p>Check out <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/onestowatch.com\/en\/blog\/the-top-30-artists-to-watch-in-2026\">OnesToWatch\u2019s 2026 Top 30 Artists To Watch<\/a> to discover who\u2019s next.<\/p><h2>Discover What\u2019s Next in Music<\/h2><p>MKTO\u2019s return to Australia and New Zealand shows how lasting pop songs can keep drawing crowds long after their first release. <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/onestowatch.com\/en\/blog\/the-top-30-artists-to-watch-in-2026\">Discover your next favorite artist and the stories behind their rise. 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