Peter Kay 2026 ‘farewell’ UK comedy tour supports DKMS

Now entering its fourth record-breaking year, Peter’s live run has become one of the most successful in British comedy tour history. He holds the record as the only artist in the world to have performed a monthly residency at London’s The O2, which began in 2022.

Peter gives back

Speaking live on BBC1’s The One Show, Peter said: “It’s been the greatest privilege of my life to perform for audiences up and down the country. I’ve been completely overwhelmed by the support over the years, and it feels right to give something back. Every single penny of profit from these final shows will go to help fight cancer and support those affected.
“Unfortunately, just about everyone knows someone who’s been affected by one of the cancers on that list. I really hope people can get behind this — come out, have a great night, share a few laughs, and do something good for charity at the same time. It’s a win–win.
“You don’t even have to like me — raising money for these twelve charities goes far beyond that. Together, we really can make a difference.”

Sharing second chances at life

Caroline Richardson, Head of Fundraising for DKMS UK , says: “What an amazing gesture from Peter! Everyone at DKMS is so grateful for his support of our work. He is sharing so much more than a few laughs – he’s sharing hope for people everywhere with blood cancers and disorders who are waiting to find their stem cell donor match.”
All profits from Peter’s final performances will support DKMS and Children With Cancer UK, Teenage Cancer Trust, Kidney Cancer UK, Blood Cancer UK, Bowel Cancer UK, Prostate Cancer UK, Ovarian Cancer Action, Pancreatic Cancer UK, Anthony Nolan, The Brain Tumour Charity and Breast Cancer UK.

Final shows:

Newcastle – Utilita Arena – Sunday 8 March
Nottingham – Motorpoint Arena – Friday 20 March
Glasgow – OVO Hydro – Friday 3 April
Dublin – 3 Arena – Thursday 16 April
Birmingham – Utilita Arena – Friday 1 May
Belfast – SSE Arena – Thursday 4 June
Liverpool – M&S Bank Arena – Friday 19 June
Sheffield – Utilita Arena – Saturday 20 June
Leeds – First Direct Bank Arena – Friday 24 July
London – The O2 – Friday 7 August
Manchester – AO Arena – Saturday 8 August

Tickets for Peter Kay’s final arena shows go on sale on Sunday 30 November at 1000 via official ticket outlets.