E-TROPOLIS Festival 2026

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eric clapton byGeorgeChinThe Music Icon comes to Germany & Belgium with concerts in Antwerp, Mannheim, Cologne and Munich. Tickets on sale from Wednesday, 22nd October!

Already shaping up to be next year’s tour sensation, ERIC CLAPTON - global superstar, guitar virtuoso and songwriting legend - will once again embark on a tour in 2026, making a total of four stops in Germany and Belgium! On 26th April 2026, Clapton will transform Antwerp’s Sportpaleis into a temple of Blues-Rock, before unforgettable concert evenings await all Clapton fans in Germany in May, with shows in Mannheim, Cologne and Munich.

Tickets will be available from Wednesday, 22nd October at 10:00 AM (CET) via an exclusive pre-sale on Eventim. General sale at all usual ticket outlets commences on Friday, 24th October at 10:00 AM (CET)!

With unforgettable global hits such as ‘Tears in Heaven’, ‘Layla’, ‘Wonderful Tonight’, ‘Cocaine’ and ‘Change the World’, ERIC CLAPTON has repeatedly made music history. His solo career is replete with iconic albums, sold-out world tours and countless accolades, including 18 Grammy Awards and a triple induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - both as a solo artist and with THE YARDBIRDS and CREAM.

Born on 30th March 1945 in Surrey, England, Clapton has influenced generations of musicians. His virtuosic guitar playing, profound musical emotionality and stylistic versatility - spanning Blues, Rock and ballads - make him one of the greatest artists of all time. In 2026, Clapton will continue this remarkable legacy live on stage.

In addition to his classics, fans can also look forward to selected rarities and new arrangements - all presented in a state of musical excellence that only ERIC CLAPTON can conjure. He will be supported by a first-class live band, accompanying his unmistakable signature sound with masterful precision and feeling.

Tour Dates
26th April 2026 - Antwerp (BE), Sportpaleis
13th May 2026 - Mannheim, SAP Arena
15th May 2026 - Cologne, Lanxess Arena
17th May 2026 - Munich, Olympiahalle

photo credit: George Chin