What to expect on Ed Sheeran's LOOP Tour: Setlist, start time and more

Few artists can walk into a massive room with a guitar and a loop pedal, then make the whole night feel handmade. That is still the core trick of an Ed Sheeran show, and the 2026 LOOP Tour pushes it back to the front. The scale is huge, but the appeal is still the same: one person building songs in real time, then turning them into full-venue singalongs.

If you are comparing dates, wondering who opens, trying to guess the setlist or figuring out when to arrive, here is what to know before heading to the show.

Ultimate guide to Ed Sheeran's "LOOP" tour

Ed Sheeran's North American LOOP Tour runs from Saturday, June 13, 2026 through Saturday, November 7, 2026, with stops across the U.S. and Canada.

The tour supports Sheeran's Play era, but the live show is not built like a new-album-only victory lap. Recent dates show a set that still leans hard on older singalongs, acoustic ballads, fan-request slots and the loop-pedal builds that made his solo live show feel so distinct in the first place.

Why is Ed Sheeran's tour called "LOOP?"

The "LOOP" tour name is a direct nod to Sheeran’s signature loop pedal setup. Instead of relying on a traditional band for the entire show, Sheeran builds many songs live by layering guitar, vocals, percussion and harmonies in real time. The result is part concert, part live construction project: fans can watch a song go from a single strum to a full stadium singalong.

The “LOOP” tour also supports Sheeran’s “Play” era while still leaning heavily on the songs fans expect from across his catalog. Fan-reported 2026 setlists show a career-spanning show with hits from "+," "x," "÷," "=," "-," "No.6 Collaborations Project" and newer “Play” material.

Upcoming Ed Sheeran LOOP Tour dates and openers

Several venues get repeat nights, so those runs are grouped below.

Who is opening for Ed Sheeran on the “LOOP” tour?

Ed Sheeran’s “LOOP” tour features a rotating lineup of openers rather than one support act for the full run. Depending on the date, fans may see artists including Myles Smith, Aaron Rowe, Sigrid, Macklemore, Lukas Graham, Ellie Banke, Amble or BIIRD before Sheeran takes the stage. Because the lineup changes by city and night, fans should check their specific SeatGeek event listing or official ticketing page before show day.

What time does Ed Sheeran go on stage?

Treat the listed event time as the start of the full night, not the exact moment Ed Sheeran appears. Glendale and Nashville both point to an 8:00 p.m. headliner slot after the openers, which is the most useful benchmark so far for multi-opener stadium dates.

That does not mean every market will line up exactly the same way. Some stadium dates, including Las Vegas and the two MetLife shows, are listed for 5:30 p.m., while the two Hard Rock Live dates in Hollywood are listed for 8:00 p.m.

If you want to see the openers, be in your seat by the posted start time. If you are timing Ed’s set, the first North American shows point to an evening headliner slot rather than an immediate walk-on.

How long is an Ed Sheeran concert?

The first North American shows point to a long headlining set. Glendale ran about 2 hours and 40 minutes, from 8:00 p.m. to 10:40 p.m., and Nashville followed a similar 8:00 p.m. headliner pattern.

That puts LOOP closer to a full-length stadium headlining set than a quick greatest-hits run. For fans planning the full night, the bigger commitment is everything around the set: parking, security, openers, concessions and the walk out after the encore.

Ed Sheeran “LOOP” tour setlist

The show has a clear flow now. It opens with loop-pedal force and early catalog bite, shifts into a request-heavy stretch that can change by city, then moves through the folk-leaning middle section, the big romantic ballads, a quick medley and a hit-heavy closing run.

The request section has already changed from city to city. Glendale got “Lego House,” “Tenerife Sea” and “Supermarket Flowers,” Nashville got “A Little More,” “Dive” and “Supermarket Flowers,” and Chicago got “Lego House,” “Grade 8” and “All of the Stars.” That is the part of the night with the most room to move.

Here are some songs fans may reasonably expect based on the first North American shows, though the exact setlist can change by city.

What are the biggest setlist moments?

“You Need Me, I Don’t Need You” feels like the right opening statement for this tour because it reminds everyone, right away, that the whole night still runs through one performer and one loop pedal.

The middle of the show carries the most emotional weight, especially once “Photograph,” “Thinking Out Loud” and “Perfect” start stacking up. Those are the songs that turn a massive room into the kind of full-crowd choir Sheeran has built much of his live reputation around.

The liveliest tonal swing comes in the folk stretch. Recent shows have featured Beoga joining Sheeran onstage for songs like “Galway Girl,” “Nancy Mulligan,” “I Don’t Care,” “Old Phone,” “Camera” and “Celestial,” giving that section a different texture from the solo-built early songs.

Does Ed Sheeran take fan requests on the “LOOP” tour?

Yes. The request section is one of the clearest signs that the show can still bend from city to city.

Glendale got “Lego House,” “Tenerife Sea” and “Supermarket Flowers,” Nashville got “A Little More,” “Dive” and “Supermarket Flowers,” and Chicago got “Lego House,” “Grade 8” and “All of the Stars.”

If you are chasing a deep cut, that is the section to watch. The backbone of the set looks stable, but the request slot is still where the night can suddenly feel more personal.

Does Ed Sheeran play older hits?

Yes. LOOP is not a new-material-only show. Recent North American dates still pull heavily from the older catalog, including “The A Team,” “You Need Me, I Don’t Need You,” “Photograph,” “Thinking Out Loud,” “Perfect” and “Shape of You.”

That balance is a big reason the show works. The Play songs are there, but they are folded into a set that still gives longtime fans plenty to sing back.

Is there an encore at Ed Sheeran’s “LOOP” tour concert?

Yes. The recent encore sequence has been “Shape of You,” “Azizam” and “Bad Habits.”

If you leave early to beat traffic, you are risking the part of the night with the most obvious hit density.

What is the “LOOP” tour production like?

The “LOOP” tour is built around a simple contrast: Ed Sheeran is still the center of the show, but the world around him is big enough for stadiums. The production uses large screens, bold visuals, pyro and movement between stages, but the point is not to bury the songs under spectacle. It is to make the loop-building feel visible even from the upper deck.

That live construction is still the hook. Sheeran layers guitar, percussion, vocals and harmonies in front of the crowd, so fans are not just hearing the finished version of a song. They are watching it come together piece by piece. On a tour this size, that gives the show a different feel from a standard stadium pop production: massive in scale, but still handmade at the center.

The format works best when the whole room can lean into it, which is why the big singalongs, folk-assisted songs and encore run have become some of the clearest highlights. Quieter moments can depend more on the venue and where you are sitting, but when the loop-pedal builds hit, the show’s identity is easy to understand: one performer turning a single part into something the entire stadium can carry.

When should I arrive for Ed Sheeran’s concert?

Arrive with the full night in mind, not just Ed’s set. Several stadium dates are built around a 5:30 p.m. event start, and venue entry, security and concourse traffic can eat time fast at these buildings.

The Las Vegas show is a useful example for the next stretch: Allegiant Stadium lists a 5:30 p.m. event start, with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. and lots opening at 3:00 p.m. Other venues can run differently, so check your specific event page before you leave.

For stadium dates with multiple openers, getting through the gates before the listed start time is the safest play. The Hollywood shows should move differently because Hard Rock Live is a smaller indoor room, but those nights still call for a venue-policy check before you leave, especially for bags and entry timing.

What should fans bring and wear to the “LOOP” tour?

Dress for a long singalong, not for a red-carpet entrance. Stadium dates in July and August call for breathable clothes and comfortable shoes, while the fall stadium run can cool off once the sun drops. The Hollywood dates are indoors, but the walk from parking or rideshare can still feel like South Florida in late October.

Your phone matters more than almost anything else. Have your tickets loaded before you get close to the gates, keep your battery healthy and check the specific bag policy for your venue before you leave home.

Is Ed Sheeran’s “LOOP” tour good for younger fans?

Yes, with a little planning. The show itself is family-friendly, but the real challenges are volume, crowd size and the late finish that comes with a full-length headlining set.

If you are bringing younger fans, seated tickets will usually make the night easier than trying to manage a packed floor. The biggest thing to remember is stamina: once Ed takes the stage, you are likely looking at well over two and a half hours before the last song ends.

How to get Ed Sheeran tickets on SeatGeek

Here is how to find Ed Sheeran tickets on SeatGeek:

1. Go to SeatGeek's website or open the SeatGeek app and search for "Ed Sheeran."

2. Select the “LOOP” tour date and city you want to attend.

3. Use the interactive seat map to compare sections, rows and prices.

4. Check Deal Score to find strong value for the seat location.

5. Use filters to sort by price, ticket quantity, section or other preferences.

6. Review the full ticket details, including all-in pricing, before checkout.

7. Buy your tickets and follow the delivery instructions in your SeatGeek account.

8. Before the show, make sure your mobile tickets are pulled up and your phone is fully charged.

The best version of this show is not really about scale, even when the room is enormous. It is about watching Ed Sheeran turn a single guitar part into something the whole building can carry with him, then hearing that handmade core survive all the way through “Perfect,” “Shape of You” and the final rush of the encore.