The Strokes Return to Dublin: First 3Arena Show in Two Decades
After a twenty-year hiatus from the Irish capital, New York indie rock icons The Strokes are finally returning to Dublin. The band has announced a massive comeback performance at the 3Arena on October 28th, marking their first appearance in the city in two decades. This highly anticipated stop is part of a sprawling global tour supporting their upcoming seventh studio album.
The announcement comes on the heels of the band’s recent appearance at Coachella, where front man Julian Casablancas and the group teased new material for their waiting fanbase. For a band that defined the sound of a generation at the turn of the millennium, this return represents a significant homecoming for their Irish supporters.
Dublin Show Details and Ticketing
The Strokes will be joined at the 3Arena by special guests Fat White Family and Alex Cameron. For fans looking to secure their spot, tickets are priced between €83.75 and €255.25 (including booking fees, subject to a 12.5% service charge per ticket, max €10.50).
Tickets head on general sale this Friday, April 17, at 10am via Ticketmaster.ie, with presales beginning Wednesday, April 15. Further information and fan registration are available through the official thestrokes.com website.
New Era: ‘Reality Awaits’
The tour is in support of the band’s seventh studio album, Reality Awaits, scheduled for release on June 26 via Cult Records/RCA Records. This marks the group’s first new music since 2020’s The New Abnormal.
Recorded in Costa Rica with legendary producer Rick Rubin and finished in various locations around the globe, the album signals a new chapter for the quintet. The band recently shared the first single from the project, “Going Shopping,” which received its first live performance in San Francisco before debuting at Coachella.
A Global Tour and Festival Run
The Dublin date is just one piece of a larger global itinerary. The Strokes are hitting North America, the U.K., Europe, and Japan, with dates kicking off in June and running through the fall. Key tour stops include:
- Two nights at Red Rocks
- London’s The O2
- Toronto’s RBC Amphitheatre
- Paris’ Accor Arena
- Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome
In addition to their headlining tour dates, the band is set to perform headline sets at major festivals, including Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, and Japan’s Summer Sonic 2026.
The Legacy of The Strokes
Consisting of Julian Casablancas, guitarists Nick Valensi and Albert Hammond Jr, bass player Nikolai Fraiture, and drummer Fabrizio Moretti, The Strokes emerged as leaders of the guitar music revival in the early 2000s. Their landmark 2001 debut, Is This It, produced enduring hits like “Last Nite,” “Someday,” and “Hard to Explain.”
Over the years, the band has maintained a strong presence in the charts, achieving six top 10 albums—including the number one First Impressions Of Earth (2006)—and two top 10 singles in the UK.
Key Takeaways for Fans
- Dublin Date: October 28th at the 3Arena.
- Support Acts: Fat White Family and Alex Cameron.
- Ticket Sales: General sale Friday, April 17, 10am.
- New Album: Reality Awaits releases June 26.
- Lead Single: “Going Shopping” is available now.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do The Strokes tickets for Dublin go on sale?
Presales begin Wednesday, April 15, and general tickets go on sale Friday, April 17, at 10am via Ticketmaster.ie.
What is the price of tickets for the 3Arena show?
Tickets are priced from €83.75 to €255.25, including booking fees.
Who is producing the new album ‘Reality Awaits’?
The album was recorded in Costa Rica with producer Rick Rubin.
Which other cities are included in the tour?
The tour visits North America, the UK, Europe, and Japan, with stops in London, Toronto, Paris, Amsterdam, and Red Rocks.