RUSH to Return for 2026 North American Tour

RUSH are returning to the stage with a 2026 North American tour, marking their first shows since 2015’s “R40 Tour,” as well as their first concerts since the passing of drummer Neil Peart in January 2020.

The legendary Canadian prog-rock act’s founding members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will be joined by German drummer Anika Nilles, who first caught attention on YouTube in the early 2010s and has since toured and released albums as a solo act with her backing band Nevell.

The tour, dubbed “Fifty Something,” will hit seven markets in North America, including multiple dates in select cities. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band’s outing kicks off with two shows in Los Angeles on June 7th and 9th, and wraps up September 17th in Cleveland, hitting Mexico City; Fort Worth, Texas; Chicago; New York City; and RUSH’s hometown of Toronto along the way.

Fans can sign up for an artist pre-sale by signing up at this location by October 9th at 11:59 p.m. ET. A general on-sale will begin October 17th via Ticketmaster.

Since Peart’s passing, Lee has been more open to touring as RUSH again, while Lifeson has been resistant. However, the two reached a mutual decision to tour again with the blessing of Peart’s family.

In a statement, Lee explained the decision to tour again as follows:

“It’s been over 10 years since Alex and I have performed the music of RUSH alongside our fallen bandmate and friend Neil. A lifetime’s worth of songs that we had put our cumulative hearts and souls into writing, recording and playing together onstage. And so, after all that has gone down since that last show, Alex and I have done some serious soul searching and come to the decision that we fucking miss it, and that it’s time for a celebration of 50-something years of RUSH music. So in 2026 my BFF Lerxst (aka Alex Lifeson) and I are going to hit the road once again to pay tribute to our past and to Neil by performing a vast selection of RUSH songs in a handful of cities. No small task, because as we all know Neil was irreplaceable.

Yet life is full of surprises, and we’ve have been introduced to another remarkable person; an incredible drummer and musician who is adding another chapter to our story while continuing her own fascinating musical journey. Her name is Anika Nilles, and we could not be more excited to introduce her to our loyal and dedicated RUSH fanbase, whom, we know, will give her every chance to live up to that near impossible role. Before we hit the stage, we also hope to add another musician or two to expand our sound a wee bit and free up Alex and I, in order to show off some of our new fancy dance steps.

Lerxst, Anika and myself, along with many of our longstanding crew members have been hard at work rehearsing and designing the kind of RUSH show you’ve grown accustomed to expect from us. We dearly hope you will come along and help us celebrate our history together.”

Peart’s widow Carrie Nuttall-Peart and daughter Olivia Peart issued own statement, saying:

“We are thrilled to support the Fifty Something tour, celebrating a band whose music has resonated and inspired fans for generations, and to honor Neil’s extraordinary legacy as both a drummer and lyricist. Neil’s musicianship was singular. Compositions of intricacy and power that expanded what rhythm itself could express. As both drummer and lyricist, he was irreplaceable. Inimitable in his artistry, and unmatched in the depth and imagination he brought to the lyrics that inspired and moved so many, he profoundly shaped how fans connected with him and the band, giving voice and meaning to their own lives. As the band enters this new chapter, it promises to be truly unforgettable. We are excited to see how their new vision unfolds, and to hear this legendary music played live once again.”

See RUSH’s 2026 tour dates below.

RUSH 2026 Tour Dates:
06/07 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
06/09 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
06/18 – Mexico City, MX @ Palacio de los Deportes
06/24 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
06/26 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
07/16 – Chicago, IL @ United Center
07/18 – Chicago, IL @ United Center
07/28 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden
07/30 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden
08/07 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
08/09 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
09/17 – Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Arena