Rush Expands Surprise Reunion Tour with 18 Additional Concerts

Rush has announced an exciting expansion of their surprise reunion tour, adding 18 more concerts across various cities. This move comes as the band’s “Fifty Something” tour continues to gain momentum, delighting fans with the return of the legendary rock group.

New Concert Dates and Locations

The newly announced performances will take place in several major cities, including:

• Atlanta
• Boston
• Edmonton
• Montreal
• Seattle
• Vancouver
• Washington D.C.

Highlighted shows in bold indicate the new additions to the tour schedule. A complete list of dates, cities, and venues can be found below.

Tour Lineup and Format

Surviving members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will be joined by drummer Anika Nilles, who fills in for the late Neil Peart, the band’s iconic drummer and lyricist. Each concert will feature two sets per night, offering fans a comprehensive experience of Rush’s rich musical history.

Ticket Sales and Availability

Tickets for the initial tour dates went on sale to the public on October 17, with many shows selling out almost immediately. In response to overwhelming demand, the band added 17 additional stops earlier this week, following an initial announcement of 11 concerts on October 8. The tour was first revealed on October 6, 2023.

Previous Tour History

This upcoming tour marks the first time Lee and Lifeson have performed together since Rush concluded their R40 tour on August 1, 2015, at the Forum in Los Angeles. The “Fifty Something” tour will kick off in June 2026 and conclude on December 17 in Vancouver.

Presale and General Ticketing Information

Fans eager to secure their tickets can sign up for Rush’s artist presale, which is currently underway. The signup deadline is set for 11:59 PM ET on Thursday, October 23. The presale will begin at Noon local time on Monday, October 27, in the U.S. and Canada, followed by a presale in Mexico on Wednesday, October 29. General ticket sales for the newly added shows will commence on Thursday, October 30, in Mexico and on Friday, October 31, in the U.S. and Canada.

Complete Tour Schedule

Rush’s 2026 Fifty Something Tour

• 6/7 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum (Sold out)
• 6/9 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum (Sold out)
• 6/11 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum (Sold out)
• 6/13 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum (Sold out)
• 6/18 – Mexico City, MX @ Palacio de los Deportes (Sold out)
• 6/20 – Mexico City, MX @ Palacio de los Deportes
• 6/24 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena (Sold out)
• 6/26 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena (Sold out)
• 6/28 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena (Sold out)
• 6/30 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena (Sold out)
• 7/16 – Chicago, IL @ United Center (Sold out)
• 7/18 – Chicago, IL @ United Center (Sold out)
• 7/20 – Chicago, IL @ United Center (Sold out)
• 7/22 – Chicago, IL @ United Center (Sold out)
• 7/28 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden (Sold out)
• 7/30 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden (Sold out)
• 8/1 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden (Sold out)
• 8/3 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden (Sold out)
• 8/7 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena (Sold out)
• 8/9 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena (Sold out)
• 8/11 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena (Sold out)
• 8/13 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena (Sold out)
• 8/21 – Philadelphia, PA @ Xfinity Mobile Arena
• 8/23 – Philadelphia, PA @ Xfinity Mobile Arena
• 8/26 – Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena
• 8/28 – Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena
• 9/2 – Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
• 9/4 – Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
• 9/12 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden
• 9/14 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden
• 9/17 – Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Arena
• 9/19 – Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Arena
• 9/23 – San Antonio, TX @ Frost Bank Center
• 9/25 – San Antonio, TX @ Frost Bank Center
• 10/5 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
• 10/7 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
• 10/10 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
• 10/12 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
• 10/15 – San Jose, CA @ SAP Center
• 10/17 – San Jose, CA @ SAP Center
• 10/25 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena
• 10/27 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena
• 10/30 – Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena
• 11/1 – Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena
• 11/5 – Hollywood, FL @ Seminole Hard Rock Live
• 11/7 – Hollywood, FL @ Seminole Hard Rock Live
• 11/9 – Tampa, FL @ Benchmark Arena
• 11/11- Tampa, FL @ Benchmark Arena
• 11/20 – Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center
• 11/22 – Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center
• 11/25 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena
• 11/27 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena
• 12/1 – Glendale, AZ @ Desert Diamond Arena
• 12/3 – Glendale, AZ @ Desert Diamond Arena
• 12/10 – Edmonton, AB @ Rogers Place
• 12/12 – Edmonton, AB @ Rogers Place
• 12/15 – Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena
• 12/17 – Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena

Conclusion

Rush’s reunion tour is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated musical events in recent years. With additional concert dates and a line-up featuring some of the best talents in rock, fans are eager to experience the magic of Rush live once again. Be sure to mark your calendars for presale dates and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the band’s iconic discography.

FAQs

When do tickets for the new shows go on sale?

General ticket sales for the newly announced shows will begin on Thursday, October 30, in Mexico, and on Friday, October 31, in the U.S. and Canada.

Who will be drumming for Rush during the tour?

Anika Nilles will be filling in as the drummer for the tour, replacing the late Neil Peart.

When was the last time Rush toured?

This is the first tour for Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson since the R40 dates concluded on August 1, 2015.