Deep Purple tickets stay valid after tour postponed
Ian Gillan’s hospitalisation in Leipzig forces the band to delay all UK and European shows, including November dates in Newcastle, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester and London.
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The band announced on 29 July 2026 that the remainder of its Splat! World Tour will be put on hold. The decision follows a medical emergency that saw 81‑year‑old vocalist Ian Gillan admitted to hospital while the group was performing in Leipzig, Germany.
Why the tour was halted
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Gillan told fans in a statement that doctors warned continuing the tour would involve “very serious risks”. He added that the advice from his medical team and management led to the postponement of the remaining European and UK dates. The Standard reported that the band cancelled the Leipzig and Hamburg shows over the weekend before the Leipzig concert was due to start.
“I had a medical problem whilst in Leipzig, which required urgent attention at the hospital. Continuing the tour would present very serious risks,” Gillan said.
Ian Gillan, Deep Purple vocalist
Impact on ticket holders
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Ticket purchasers for the two German concerts and the five UK venues will not lose their money. The band’s official communication, as cited by the Standard, confirms that every ticket will be valid for the future dates once they are arranged. No refunds have been offered at this stage, and the ticketing platform will issue updates through email and its website.
What happens next
Deep Purple’s management said they are working with promoters to identify suitable venues and dates for the postponed shows. Fans are advised to retain their original tickets and monitor the band’s official channels for announcements. The next formal step will be a public notice of the new schedule, expected in the coming weeks.
Questions this report answers
+Why has Deep Purple postponed its UK and European tour?
The band delayed the tour after lead singer Ian Gillan required urgent medical treatment in Leipzig. Doctors warned that continuing to perform would pose serious health risks, prompting the decision to postpone all remaining dates until a later time.
+Will my ticket still be good for the rescheduled shows?
Yes. The band confirmed that every ticket bought for the cancelled Leipzig and Hamburg concerts, as well as the upcoming UK dates, will remain valid for the new performance dates. Ticket holders should keep their tickets and await further communication from the ticketing platform.
+Which UK cities were affected by the postponement?
The postponed UK concerts were scheduled for Newcastle, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester and London in November 2026. All of these shows are now delayed, and new dates will be announced once the band finalises its revised itinerary.
+When will the new dates be announced?
Deep Purple’s management is currently consulting with promoters to set new venues and times. The band said a public announcement will be made in the coming weeks, and ticket holders will be informed via email and the official website.
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