Rainbow Kitten Surprise have announced a return to Australia with a three-date headline tour confirmed for early 2026. The North Carolina band will perform at Melbourne’s Forum on 23 January, Brisbane’s Tivoli on 28 January, and Sydney’s Enmore Theatre on 1 February, following a year that’s seen them sell out amphitheatres across North America and complete over 100 headline shows worldwide.
Fans who pre-order bones by Friday, 8 August (7:00am AEST) will receive early access to presale tickets. Presale codes and links will be sent that same day. A range of other presale windows — including for Secret Sounds and Mastercard holders — opens from 8 August, with general public tickets available from Tuesday, 12 August at 11:00am local time.
The tour comes off the back of the group’s 2023 album LOVE HATE MUSIC BOX, which marked their first full-length in six years. Led by Ela Melo, the band’s recent material continues to explore emotional and sonic contrasts, with new single “Dang” further evolving their dynamic sound.
Well regarded for their live presence and genre-fluid songwriting, Rainbow Kitten Surprise have performed at major festivals including Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and Austin City Limits, and recently completed a three-night run at Red Rocks.
RAINBOW KITTEN SURPRISE AUSTRALIAN HEADLINE TOUR 2026
Friday 23 January – Forum, Melbourne/Naarm (18+)
Wednesday 28 January – The Tivoli, Brisbane/Meanjin (18+)
Sunday 1 February – Enmore Theatre, Sydney/Eora (Lic. AA)
SUPPORTING OCEAN ALLEY:
Friday 24 January – Catani Gardens, Melbourne/Naarm Friday 30 January – Brisbane Showgrounds, Brisbane/Meanjin
Saturday 31 January – The Domain, Sydney/Eora*
*with Nothing But Thieves and Ruby Fields
Go HERE for ticketing information.
