Strict Ticket Rules Announced for The Cure’s Summer Shows, Including Wythenshawe Park

The legendary rock band The Cure will embark on their 2026 tour, including a highly anticipated concert at Wythenshawe Park, Manchester, on July 21, 2026. This event is part of a larger tour that will also feature performances in Dublin, Belfast, and Edinburgh.
Tour Details and Ticket Sales
The Cure, known for hits like “Friday I’m In Love,” “Boys Don’t Cry,” and “Just Like Heaven,” will kick off their tour at Dublin’s Marley Park on June 26, 2026. This tour follows the release of their 14th album, “Songs of a Lost World,” which marked their first new material in 16 years.
- Tour Start Date: June 26, 2026
- Manchester Concert: July 21, 2026
Ticket Pricing and Resale Restrictions
General ticket sales will begin on October 3, 2023, at 9:30 AM via Ticketmaster and See Tickets. Ticket prices start at £77.50 for general access, while VIP tickets are available for £132.50.
In a bid to prevent ticket scalping, The Cure has issued strict rules regarding ticket sales. Each individual can purchase a maximum of:
- 4 tickets during the presale
- 6 tickets during general sales
The band emphasized that tickets are intended for personal use only. Any violation of these conditions may lead to cancellation and invalidation of tickets. Reselling or offering tickets on unauthorized platforms, such as Viagogo or Stubhub, is strictly prohibited.
Entry Requirements
For entry, only genuine mobile tickets will be accepted, with instructions provided post-purchase. Additionally, if multiple tickets are bought, guests must accompany the ticket holder at the time of entry. Printouts and screenshots of mobile tickets will not be valid for entry.
Important Reminders for Ticket Holders
If fans cannot attend the concert after purchasing tickets, they can resell them through the Ticketmaster Fan to Fan Exchange, provided they do not breach resale conditions.
This marks The Cure’s first performance in Manchester in a decade, and fans are eagerly awaiting this significant event in the summer of 2026.