Lewis Capaldi announces Irish gig after two-year break
Announcing the tour on social media, the Scottish singer said it is "about time I got back to work", adding to his fans "hope to see you out there".
Capaldi will play the 3Arena on Thursday, 29 September, with tickets going on sale on 10 July at 9am.
The news comes after Capaldi played a triumphant surprise set at Glastonbury on Friday 27 July, two years after a performance at the festival during which he struggled to manage his Tourette syndrome symptoms.
The musician, who announced a break from touring shortly after his performance at the festival in 2023, had just released a new song called Survive.
He told the crowd at Glastonbury: "It's so good to be back. I'm not going to say much up here today, because if I do, I think I will probably start crying.
"But it's just amazing to be here with you all, and I can't thank you all enough for coming out and coming and seeing me."
Capaldi performed a 35-minute set on the Pyramid Stage with songs including Hold You While You Wait and Grace.
Introducing his new song, he became visibly emotional as he said: "The last two years haven't been the best for me. It's been difficult at times."
"This has been my f****** goal, to get back here," he added.
👀 𝗛𝗘'𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞! - The one and only, @LewisCapaldi, has announced a return to the stage with a headline show at @3ArenaDublin on 29 September 2025 🤩
🎫 Tickets on sale Thursday 10 July at 9am https://t.co/CIpueJUlr6 pic.twitter.com/agiVIXxVgd
— Ticketmaster Ireland (@TicketmasterIre) June 30, 2025
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