Heading to Ed Sheeran? Here's everything you need to know

Publish date: Thursday, 15 Jan 2026, 8:46AM

Ed Sheeran is back in New Zealand!

The global superstar is bringing his Loop Tour to New Zealand for five massive stadium shows across Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch – and if you’re lucky enough to be heading along, here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Auckland shows

Dates:
Friday 16 January & Saturday 17 January 2026

Location:
Go Media Stadium
2 Beasley Ave, Penrose, Auckland

Opening acts:
Vance Joy | Mia Wray | BIIRD

Times:
4pm – Gates open
5:15pm – Show starts

Getting there

Bus: Frequent event buses run from the city centre and are included with your ticket (show ticket required)

Train: There is a full rail closure – no train services will be operating

Walking & cycling: Bike parking available near entrances

Parking: Paid parking available around Penrose and Onehunga. Street restrictions and road closures apply – follow signage carefully.

Plan your trip using AT Journey Planner.

Wellington show

Date:
Wednesday 21 January 2026

Location:
Sky Stadium
105 Waterloo Quay, Pipitea, Wellington

Opening acts:
Vance Joy | Mia Wray | BIIRD

Times:
4pm – Gates open
5:15pm – Show starts

Getting there:

Bus & Train: Extra services usually run before and after major events

Rideshare/taxis: Drop-off and pick-up zones available on nearby streets until early evening

Parking: CBD car parks within walking distance, with limited street parking around the stadium

Check Metlink for updated transport info.

Christchurch shows

Dates:
Saturday 24 January & Sunday 25 January 2026

Location:
Apollo Projects Stadium
95 Jack Hinton Drive, Addington, Christchurch

Opening acts:
Vance Joy | Mia Wray | BIIRD

Times:
4pm – Gates open
5pm – Show starts

Getting there:

Bus: Local services connect to Addington (check Metro Christchurch closer to the date)

Rideshare/taxis: Designated drop-off points near the venue

Parking: Paid parking nearby, with street restrictions in place on event days

What you can bring

Allowed items include:

Small bags or purses
Empty plastic water bottles (venue limits apply)
Mobile phones and non-professional cameras

Please leave these at home:

Large bags or backpacks
Outside food and alcohol
Professional cameras or detachable lenses
Umbrellas and oversized items

Security checks and bag searches will be in place at all venues.

Merchandise

Official Ed Sheeran merchandise will be available at on-site merch stalls. In Auckland, merch sales begin from 2pm, with stalls opening once gates open at all venues.