Neyo and akon tour expands as Birmingham adds second night at Utilita Arena

Fans looking for early-2000s R&B nostalgia are getting more options: the co-headlining “Nights Like This Tour 2026” featuring Ne-Yo and Akon is rolling out across Europe and North America, with Birmingham now set for two arena dates in early May. Ticketing activity is already brisk, and at least one Birmingham listing is being marketed as an added date.

What’s new in Birmingham

The Birmingham stop is scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, with a second performance on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Utilita Arena Birmingham. Promoted listings for the Tuesday show describe it as an “EXTRA DATE ADDED,” a sign that demand in the market is strong enough to support back-to-back nights.

Venue listings show doors opening at 7:00 p.m. local time for May 4 and 7:00 p.m. local time for May 5 (that’s 2:00 p.m. ET on both days). The Birmingham event page also posts a ticket-price range of £45 to £120 (plus fees), with availability indicated as on sale now.

neyo and akon tour ticket timing and queues

The wider rollout is being billed as a 57-city global run beginning Friday, April 24, 2026, in Dublin and wrapping Friday, August 21, 2026, in Inglewood, California. Ticketing is staggered by market: for the UK and Europe, general public onsale is set for Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time—5:00 a.m. ET.

That early-morning ET onsale timing matters for U.S.-based fans trying to buy UK inventory, and it also helps explain the online “lobby” and “queue” experiences that tend to spike right at onsale windows.

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Dates to watch across the UK and Europe

The tour’s EU/UK leg opens in Dublin on April 24, 2026, and runs through multiple arena markets before heading to North America in mid-June. For fans prioritizing UK dates, the routing stacks several major stops within a tight spring window.

The compressed schedule is likely to keep travel demand high—especially for fans weighing whether to lock in one night nearby or chase multiple stops.

What fans can expect onstage

The show is being positioned as a shared-stage, back-and-forth format rather than two fully separate sets, leaning into sing-along staples and club-era crossover hits. The official tour description highlights Ne-Yo’s “So Sick,” “Closer,” and “Miss Independent,” alongside Akon’s “Smack That,” “Lonely,” and “Right Now (Na Na Na).”

VIP packages are also being advertised in multiple markets, with offerings that vary by city and can include premium seating and artist experiences. As always with VIP inventory, quantities tend to be limited, and the pricing can move significantly above standard ticket ranges.

How to buy safely and plan ahead

For Birmingham, the arena’s own guidance emphasizes purchasing through official ticketing partners and warns that unauthorized tickets can carry risks, including refused entry or lack of refund options if an event changes. Buyers should also review age policies in advance: Birmingham’s posted rules include requirements for under-14s in seated areas and restrictions for under-14s on standing floors.

Finally, anyone traveling should factor in arrival planning: the venue promotes pre-booked parking and encourages early planning to reduce day-of congestion—especially on two-night runs where load-in, entry, and post-show crowds can be heavier than usual.

Sources consulted: Live Nation Newsroom, Utilita Arena Birmingham, AXS, Ticketmaster, Chron, CT Insider