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Foo Fighters 2026 Tour Dates Announced

Lindsay from Pittsburgh, CC BY 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
Lindsay from Pittsburgh, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Rock legends Foo Fighters have officially announced a massive North American stadium tour for the summer of 2026. The announcement signals the band’s return to large-scale live performances and comes with new music, new energy, and an updated lineup that has fans buzzing.


The Big Announcement

The Foo Fighters revealed that the upcoming tour will take place across August and September 2026, hitting major cities across the United States and Canada. Alongside the tour news, the band dropped a brand-new single titled “Asking for a Friend,” giving fans a taste of what to expect from their next musical chapter.

Support acts for select dates include Queens of the Stone Age, Mannequin Pussy, Gouge Away, and others—making the tour one of the most anticipated rock events of the year.

Frontman Dave Grohl expressed excitement about returning to the road and highlighted the addition of Ilan Rubin as the band’s new drummer, following the departure of Josh Freese.


2026 Foo Fighters Stadium Tour Dates

August

  • August 4 – Toronto, Ontario – Rogers Stadium

  • August 6 – Detroit, Michigan – Ford Field

  • August 8 – Chicago, Illinois – Soldier Field

  • August 10 – Cleveland, Ohio – Huntington Bank Field

  • August 13 – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Lincoln Financial Field

  • August 15 – Nashville, Tennessee – Nissan Stadium

  • August 17 – Washington, D.C. – Nationals Park

September

  • September 12 – Fargo, North Dakota – Fargodome

  • September 15 – Regina, Saskatchewan – Mosaic Stadium

  • September 17 – Edmonton, Alberta – Commonwealth Stadium

  • September 20 – Vancouver, British Columbia – BC Place

  • September 26 – Las Vegas, Nevada – Allegiant Stadium


Why the Tour Matters

  1. A Return to Stadium Rock – This marks the band’s first full stadium run since their “Everything or Nothing at All” tour in 2024.

  2. New Music, New Era – The release of “Asking for a Friend” signals renewed creativity and fresh direction for the group.

  3. Lineup Shift – Ilan Rubin’s arrival behind the drum kit gives the band a new dynamic on stage.

  4. High Fan Demand – After a year of smaller and surprise shows, the anticipation for a large-scale Foo Fighters tour is sky-high.


What Fans Should Know

  • Ticket Sales: Presales are expected to sell out quickly. Fans should register early through the band’s official website and mailing list.

  • Setlist Expectations: Expect a mix of classics like “Everlong,” “My Hero,” and “Best of You,” alongside fresh material from upcoming releases.

  • Support Acts: Lineups may vary by city, with Queens of the Stone Age confirmed for select stops.

  • Tour Production: The band is expected to bring one of its biggest visual and sound productions to date, continuing their tradition of high-energy, full-volume rock shows.


Final Thoughts

The Foo Fighters’ 2026 stadium tour announcement cements their status as one of rock’s most enduring and electrifying live acts. Between new music, lineup evolution, and massive stadium venues, the tour is poised to be one of the highlights of the 2026 concert season. Fans can expect an unforgettable mix of nostalgia, emotion, and pure rock power.

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