The Jacksons announce a 2026 UK tour titled Jackson 5 Live In Concert, led by original members Marlon and Jackie Jackson, with dates in Manchester, Cardiff, Wolverhampton, and London this November.

The tour reflects a revived interest in the Jacksons sparked by a new Michael Jackson biopic that has driven broader cultural engagement.

Mitchell Zhangazha, who played Michael in MJ The Musical, and Haydon Eshun, a long-time West End Thriller lead, join Jackie and Marlon as on-stage collaborators to bridge past and present.

Heatwave, the London-based funk act behind hits like Boogie Nights, serves as the supporting act for all shows.

The revival in the Jacksons’ popularity accompanies reports of a significant rise in global streaming for their hits, including I Want You Back and Blame It on the Boogie, tied to the biopic.

The four-date tour kicks off in Manchester on November 6 and wraps in London on November 13, with Heatwave supporting every show.

Cities on the itinerary are Manchester, Cardiff, Wolverhampton, and London, with venues including the O2 Apollo Manchester and Eventim Apollo London.

The biopic frame highlights the Jacksons’ Gary, Indiana origins, Motown influence, and the brothers’ rise, positioning the tour as a living legacy rather than a re-creation of Michael’s career.

The Jacksons’ history as The Jackson 5—Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael—along with their later continuation as The Jacksons, remains central to the tour’s narrative.

Ticket sales begin Friday morning, with tickets available through the official jacksonslive.co.uk site.

The tour’s pairing with Heatwave links classic dance-floor vibes to the Jacksons’ live material, enhancing the show’s retro appeal.

Media coverage also notes related Michael biopic buzz, including ongoing discussions around a sequel and related context.