One of world's most celebrated rock bands set to appear at North Yorkshire venue

Kings of Leon have been confirmed as the headliners of a show at Scarborough's Open Air Theatre on June 27 (Image: Cuffe & Taylor)

One of the world's most celebrated rock bands has been confirmed as headliners for a show in North Yorkshire.

Kings of Leon will perform at Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Sunday, June 27, 2027.

They join as part of the venue’s growing summer line-up and will showcase their 10th studio album, O My Beloved.

Promoter Julian Murray said: "Kings of Leon are one of the world’s biggest rock bands, with an incredible catalogue of hits and a live reputation built over more than two decades.

"We’re absolutely delighted to welcome them to the Open Air Theatre next summer.

"This is a huge addition to our 2027 programme and promises to be a really special night on the Yorkshire coast."

The Scarborough date is one of only two northern UK shows for the band next summer (Image: Cuffe & Taylor)

The Scarborough date is one of only two northern UK shows for the band next summer.

Elsewhere, the tour will include two sold-out nights at London’s The O2 and a headline appearance at the Isle of Wight Festival.

Kings of Leon have previously headlined Glastonbury, Coachella and Reading and Leeds, and have played five nights at London’s Hyde Park.

They join a 2027 line-up at Scarborough OAT that already includes Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, Bananarama, Kaiser Chiefs, Alfie Boe, Ronan Keating, Jack Savoretti, James Morrison and Simply Red.

Tickets go on general sale at 9am on Friday, October 30 via ticketmaster.co.uk and scarboroughopenairtheatre.com.

Fans who pre-order O My Beloved will receive special pre-sale access on Tuesday.