J. Cole Is Heading To Australia And NZ: Here’s Everything You Need To Know

J. Cole is finally bringing his long-awaited headline tour to Australia and Aotearoa later this year as part of The Fall-Off Tour. This is his first solo world tour in five years, so we’re kind of buzzing over here. After dropping his seventh studio album The Fall-Off earlier in February 2026, the Dreamville boss announced a globe-spanning tour hitting more than 15 countries and over 50 cities, including major Australian and New Zealand shows.

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When And Where Is J. Cole Playing In Australia And New Zealand?

Here are the confirmed dates and venues you should lock into the calendar for late 2026.

Australia

25 Nov 2026 – Brisbane, QLD at Brisbane Entertainment Centre
28 Nov 2026 – Melbourne, VIC at Rod Laver Arena
1 Dec 2026 – Sydney, NSW at Qudos Bank Arena

New Zealand

5 Dec 2026 – Auckland at Spark Arena

These Aussie and NZ dates sit toward the tail end of The Fall-Off Tour, following North America, Europe, and UK legs.

This marks one of J. Cole’s most significant headline runs in Aus/NZ in nearly a decade. While he’s played in the region before, this is his first major solo tour across Australia and New Zealand in many years, riding on the hype of his latest album and global reach.

Fans in Australia and New Zealand have been especially vocal about wanting a big-stage J. Cole show, and this leg gives them exactly that–arena stops in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Auckland, giving East Coast hip-hop lovers a chance to see him headline without having to fly overseas.

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What Album Is J. Cole Touring With?

He’s touring in support of his freshly released double-disc album The Fall-Off (released February 6, 2026) which was released earlier this month and has achieved acclaim as it documents J. Cole’s clear evolution as a lyricist and producer.

You can look forward to tracks from the new record as well as your favourite older tracks (if No Role Modelz isn’t played at least twice we will revolt).

When Do Tickets Go On Sale?

Presales and general tickets usually start early in the year as part of The Fall-Off Tour rollout:

• Pre-sales kick off on Wednesday, February 18, 9am local time, with general sales opening Friday, February 20. Book your tickets to the Aussie shows here and get your Kiwi tickets here.

Will There Be VIP Tickets Or Special Experiences?

You betcha. VIP packages are available for J. Cole’s arena run, offering perks like:

• Priority floor access
• Exclusive tour merch and lanyard sets
• Early entry and dedicated check-in

These packages vary by city, so if you’re chasing the ultimate live experience, it’s worth locking in early.

What Can We Expect From The Live Show?

J. Cole’s shows are known for raw lyricism, deep crowd energy, and a setlist that blends storytelling with high-impact performance. Expect a mix of classics and The Fall-Off tracks delivered with the kind of gravity that’s made him one of hip-hop’s most respected artists.

Don't sleep on this one, gang. Tickets will go fast. Get yours right here.