Inside the venues coming online in 2026
From large-scale spaces to theatre-level rooms, IQ unpacks several global spaces set to join the touring circuit this year
News By IQ | 19 January 2026
From large-scale outdoor spaces to small theatres, a slate of new global venues is due to come online this year. Here, IQ breaks down some of the most notable as 2026 picks up speed.
Open Air Park Düsseldorf – Germany
Scheduled opening date: Mid-2026
Projected capacity: 80,000
After delays, Germany’s newest large-scale venue is finally expected to swing open its doors with a concert from System of a Down in July.
The fully developed site, which D.Live developed and will operate,…
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