Ed Sheeran is BACK!
Having last visited New Zealand in 2023, Ed is returning with his ‘Loop Tour’ to play 5 epic nights across Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
This Friday 16th and Saturday 17th January, he’ll take the stage at Go Media Stadium in Auckland, joined by Vance Joy, Mia Wray and Biird.
It’s set to be a tour “filled with surprises, all-new stage production and all the hits fans know and love”.
It’s not too late to head along - tickets are still on sale here.
Here’s all you need to know if you’re heading along to the Auckland gigs:
TIMING
4:00pm: Gates open
5:15pm: Show starts
MERCH & TICKETING
Ed’s official merch will be available at Go Media Stadium from 2pm.
For any ticketing issues, the box office will also open at 2pm and is located at Gate B.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
While Auckland Transport are still undergoing a full rail network closure, buses will still be available with travel on them included in your concert ticket. Use the AT app to plan your bus journey.
There will also be special event buses leaving from the CBD between 3pm-7:30pm from 120 Quay Street. After the concert, they will run until crowds are clear, departing from Station Road and dropping off on Custom Street West (opposite H&M).
Top tip: If you’re travelling using the event bus, be sure to check out Ed’s Tattoo Parlour at the Penrose special event bus hub for a temporary tattoo and glitter station!
Alternatively, there will also be uber/taxi pick-up and drop-off zones.
PARKING & ROAD CLOSURES:
If you’re planning on driving to the event, please note there is no general onsite parking. See here for the full list of parking restrictions.
For mobility parking, request to book a space by emailing: info@aucklandstadiums.co.nz
Please also note the below road closures:
- Beasley avenue: closed from 5am - 12am
- Maurice road: closed from 3pm to 12am
- O’Rorke road: closed from 3pm to 12am
ED SHEERAN V.I.PRES:
Join the Edge's official Ed Sheeran Pre-Party at Garrison Public House form 2pm! You could score food and drink vouchers too.
THINGS TO NOTE:
Go Media Stadium is a smoke and vape free venue
No bags larger than A4 size (21cm x 30cm) are permitted inside the stadium.
Bag drops will be available at gates A, B & C
Plastic bottles up to 750ml both disposable and reusable are allowed, but all lids will be removed and discarded on entry. No metal bottles are permitted. No bottles are permitted in the Front GA section either.
Signs and banners will be allowed provided they are no larger than A3, they don’t have poles, don’t block the view of patrons and are made of card, paper or fabric.
No camping chairs are permitted
If you need help, text the word ‘ASSIST’ to 260 followed by your location for help with mobility assistance, security assistance, wayfinding or if you feel unsafe.
SETLIST:
All of Ed’s shows have varying setlists, so we’ll definitely be in for a surprise or two (especially as Ed is kicking off his first Loop Tour show in NZ!). Based on his shows late last year, we could expect to hear:
You Need Me, I Don’t Need You
Sapphire
Castle on the Hill
Shivers
The A Team
Don’t
Galway Girl
Nancy Mulligan
Old Phone
Heaven
Photograph
Thinking Out Loud
Perfect
Shape of You
Azizam
Bad Habits
SONG REQUESTS:
Ed has also just posted to his Instagram story to announce that he will be taking requests!
Before the show, there will be a message on the big screen asking to text in song recommendations.
“There’s five slots in the show, where I’ll play any song that you guys decide,” he shared.
“I’ll learn it before the show,” he smiled, “I’m prepared, so surprise me.”
Be sure to get those requests in early and get ready to have an awesome night, we hope you have a blast!
Published by Isabella Reeve
15 Jan 2026