Kanye West Announces First European Shows in a Decade

Kanye West, now legally known as Ye, is embarking on his first European concert tour in approximately ten years. He is slated to perform in Arnhem, Netherlands, on June 6, 2026, at the Vitesse Arnhem's Gelredome. This engagement is billed as his initial European headline show in a decade, though he also performed at Glastonbury in 2015 and in Paris.

Following his Dutch performance, Ye is scheduled for another concert in Reggio Emilia, Italy, on July 18, 2026. This return to live European performances follows a period of controversy stemming from antisemitic statements made in 2022. West issued a public apology in January 2026 via a full-page ad in The Wall Street Journal.

In his apology, West expressed remorse for his past remarks and discussed his mental health struggles, including bipolar disorder and a past manic episode. He also referenced a significant car accident in 2002 that caused a brain injury. Despite denials that the apology was solely for career reasons, these upcoming concerts are positioned to promote his latest studio album, "Bully."