Florence + The Machine 2026 Tour Opener: Belfast SSE Arena

The Ritual Begins: Florence + The Machine Transform Belfast into a Mystical Sanctuary

The atmosphere inside the SSE Arena, Belfast on Friday night was nothing short of liturgical. As the clock struck the opening notes of the 2026 UK & EU 'Everybody Scream' Tour, Florence Welch didn't just walk onto a stage; she appeared as the high priestess of a joyful exorcism.

To kick off her first major tour following the release of her sixth studio album, Everybody Scream, Welch delivered a performance that felt like a bridge between the physical and the spiritual, proving once again why she remains one of the most singular forces in modern music.

A Theatrical Masterpiece

The evening began with an air of high-stakes mystery. A massive, intricate tapestry draped over the runway stage, hiding the band until the very last second. When the silhouettes finally appeared against the fabric, a collective roar shook the arena. The sheer theatricality of the "Everybody Scream" opener set the tone: eerie, commanding, and deeply emotional.

Florence, barefoot as always, pranced through thick clouds of billowing stage fog, accompanied by a group of hypnotic dancers known as The Witch Choir. Their synchronized, jagged movements added a layer of folk-horror aesthetic that perfectly complemented the new album’s themes of healing and mysticism.

The Setlist: Deep Cuts and Anthems

While the tour is a celebration of the new record, the Belfast crowd was treated to a carefully curated journey through Welch’s career. The night featured a surprising number of deep cuts that left "Flow-hard" fans in a state of shock.

• The Highlights: Renditions of "Seven Devils" and "Which Witch"—the latter of which hadn’t been a tour staple for years—brought a dark, operatic energy to the arena.

• Special Guest: In a standout moment, Mark Bowen (IDLES) joined the band on stage to play guitar for their co-written track, "One of the Greats."

• The Classics: The "ritual" peaked with thunderous performances of "Dog Days Are Over" and "Shake It Out," transforming the SSE Arena into a sea of jumping, reaching hands.

Opening Act: Paris Paloma

The night’s mystical energy was expertly primed by Paris Paloma. The "Labour" singer delivered a whimsical yet powerful set, her twirling movements and solid vocals proving why she is the perfect companion for this 18-date European leg.

The Road Ahead

Belfast was only the beginning. The Everybody Scream tour continues across the UK—hitting Birmingham, London’s O2, and Manchester—before heading to mainland Europe in late February. If the opening night is any indication, this tour is more than a series of concerts; it is a sacred space for fans to lose—and find—themselves in the music.

Source - https://www.xsnoize.com/florence-the-machine-kick-off-their-2026-uk-eu-tour-in-belfast-sse-arena-friday-6-february-2026/

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