Kanye West Announces First European Concert in Over a Decade

Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is set to return to the European stage after a 12-year hiatus with performances scheduled in the Netherlands and Italy. The announcement follows a public apology from the artist for previous controversial statements.

Concert Details

The first concert will take place on June 6, 2026, at the GelreDome football stadium in Arnhem, Netherlands . He will then perform in Reggio Emilia, Italy, on July 18, 2026 . This marks Ye’s first European concert in more than a decade, with his last performance on the continent occurring in 2014 .

Ticket Information

Pre-registration for a presale began on February 12, 2026, through the official GelreDome and J.Noah Live channels . General ticket sales commenced on February 13, 2026 . The GelreDome has a concert capacity of approximately 41,000 people .

Recent Apology and Background

The concerts follow Ye’s public apology for past statements regarding Nazis, Adolf Hitler, and Jewish people. He issued a full-page advertisement in The Wall Street Journal, stating he was not seeking sympathy but rather aiming to earn forgiveness . He similarly apologized to the Black community and attributed some of his past behavior to being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, explaining that he “gravitated toward the most destructive symbol” he could uncover .

Past Performances

Ye previously headlined the Glastonbury Festival in 2015, performing hits like “Power” and “Stronger” . He also performed with his Sunday Service Collective choir in Paris in 2020 during fashion week . He last performed at the GelreDome in 2012 during the Watch the Throne tour with Jay-Z .