OneRepublic Announces Australian Tour with Zara Larsson in February 2026

27/05/2025 3 5

In short:

OneRepublic is returning to Australia and New Zealand in February 2026 for their Sweet Escape Tour, with stops in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and festival performances in Lake Macquarie and Torquay. Fans can expect their biggest hits, including Apologise and Counting Stars.

Joining them is Swedish pop star Zara Larsson, making her Australian debut. Known for hits like Lush Life and Symphony, Larsson’s powerful vocals and energy will bring an exciting dynamic to the tour.

The tour kicks off in Auckland on February 4, 2026. Ticket information is available via official gig guides

Grammy-nominated pop-rock band OneRepublic is set to return to Australia in February 2026 for their highly anticipated Sweet Escape Tour, joined by Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson. The tour will see OneRepublic performing in arenas and outdoor venues across Australia and New Zealand, including stops in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and the Lookout Festival in Lake Macquarie and Torquay.

About OneRepublic

OneRepublic, led by singer-songwriter and lead vocalist Ryan Tedder, is comprised of guitarists Zach Filkins and Drew Brown, keyboardist Brian Willett, bassist and cellist Brent Kutzle, and drummer Eddie Fisher. Since their formation, the band has captivated audiences worldwide with their signature blend of heartfelt lyrics and anthemic melodies.

The band first gained international recognition with their debut album, Dreaming Out Loud (2007), which featured the 20-million-selling smash hit Apologise. The song shattered digital sales and airplay records globally and earned them a Grammy nomination. Their sophomore album, Waking Up (2009), produced hit singles such as All the Right Moves, Secrets, and Good Life.

In 2013, OneRepublic released their certified-platinum album Native, featuring the No.1 hit Counting Stars, which has sold over 41 million copies worldwide. Their fourth album, Oh My My (2016), continued their streak of success, followed by Human (2021), which includes singles that have collectively amassed over 2.5 billion global streams, including Someday, Run, Somebody To Love, Wanted, Didn’t I, Better Days, and Rescue Me.

With over 5 billion streams on Spotify to date, OneRepublic remains one of the most influential bands in contemporary pop music.

The Sweet Escape Tour – Australia & New Zealand 2026

OneRepublic will kick off their Sweet Escape Tour in Auckland, New Zealand, on February 4, 2026, before heading to Australia for a series of electrifying performances. The tour will include stops at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney (Feb 6), HOTA Outdoors on the Gold Coast (Feb 11), Riverstage in Brisbane (Feb 12), Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne (Feb 15), and RAC Arena in Perth (Feb 18). Additionally, the band will perform at Lookout Festival in Lake Macquarie (Feb 7) and Torquay (Feb 14).

Special Guest: Zara Larsson

Joining OneRepublic on their Australian tour is Zara Larsson, the Swedish pop powerhouse making her long-awaited debut Down Under. Larsson first rose to fame after winning Talang, Sweden’s version of Got Talent, at just 10 years old. She quickly became an international sensation with hits like Lush Life, Never Forget You, Symphony (with Clean Bandit), and Ain’t My Fault.

Larsson has continued to dominate the global music scene, releasing multiple successful albums, including So Good (2017), Poster Girl (2021), and Venus (2024). Her latest single, Pretty Ugly, marks the beginning of an exciting new era for the artist. With her infectious energy and powerhouse vocals, Larsson is set to bring an unforgettable performance to Australian audiences.