Charli xcx will embark on a 12-date North American arena tour this fall to support her seventh studio album, "Music, Fashion, Film," set for release on July 24, 2026. The tour begins September 11 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and features electronic artist Underscores as the opening act for all scheduled performances, according to Variety.
Tour Dates and Locations
The "Music, Fashion, Film" tour focuses on major arena venues across North America. Following the Philadelphia kickoff, the tour includes multi-night residencies in key markets. According to Variety, the schedule features two-night stops at both the Barclays Center in Brooklyn and the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Fans can participate in an artist presale starting June 12, 2026, at 9 a.m.
A New Sonic and Visual Direction
This tour marks a shift from the aesthetic established during the "Brat" era. Charli xcx is moving away from the lime-green theme that defined her previous tour, opting for a darker visual style to match the tone of her upcoming album. Musically, the project pivots toward a guitar-based sound, moving past the electro-dance beats of her previous work. The album includes the previously released tracks "Rock Music" and "SS26," as reported by Variety.
The album cover, revealed in early June 2026, features John Cale, Marc Jacobs, and Martin Scorsese, with each individual representing one of the three pillars of the album’s title: music, fashion, and film.
Summer Festival Appearances
Before the arena tour commences, Charli xcx has a busy summer festival schedule. She is slated to perform at several high-profile events, including:
- Lollapalooza in Chicago
- Outside Lands in San Francisco
- Reading & Leeds in the U.K.
- Austin City Limits in October
Key Takeaways
- Album Release: "Music, Fashion, Film" arrives on July 24, 2026.
- Tour Kickoff: The 12-date North American tour starts September 11, 2026, in Philadelphia.
- Opening Act: Electronic artist Underscores will support the entire tour.
- Presale Access: Artist presale tickets become available on June 12, 2026, at 9 a.m.
While Charli xcx prepares for this arena run, she continues to solidify her presence in the music industry. By pivoting to a guitar-heavy sound and leaning into a darker aesthetic, she distinguishes this era from the viral success of "Brat." The upcoming months will clarify how these new tracks resonate with live audiences as she balances festival sets with her own headlining dates.