Sam Fender has confirmed that premium front-standing tickets have been scrapped for his 2027 UK stadium tour, and announced revised prices after criticism from fans.
The singer-songwriter previously expressed his frustration with the “inflated” ticket prices for his upcoming Proper Massive Stadium Tour, and criticised plans to divide standing areas into more expensive front sections and general admission.
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Now, in an Instagram Story, he has confirmed that the proposed system has been abandoned, and outlined changes to the ticketing arrangements.
“I’ve managed to get Front Standing tickets removed from the UK stadium tour,” he wrote. “Whoever buys a standing ticket gets as much chance as anyone to be at the front. No more 120 quid standing tickets either.”
He continued: “Costs are astronomical compared to two years ago, I can’t control the venue and ticketing fees, that’s a sad reality of today’s industry.”
“This is gonna be the biggest and best show we’ve ever put on. Can’t wait to see everyone on the road next summer!”
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The tour will see Fender play eight stadium shows across the UK, including two nights at Newcastle's St James' Park and two headline dates at London's Wembley Stadium. British rock band Wunderhorse will provide support at the UK stadium shows.
The run will also include a headline show at Dublin's Marlay Park on July 1, with Fender set to perform at Rock Werchter in Belgium later that week.
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The tour follows a hugely successful period for the singer, whose album People Watching won the 2025 Mercury Prize. His duet with Olivia Dean, Rein Me In, also became a record-breaking chart hit.
Tickets for the stadium shows are due to go on general sale at 9.30am on Friday, October 30, with the Dublin date included in the wider tour announcement.
