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Rush has announced an expansion of their ‘Fifty Something’ reunion tour, adding 11 new performance dates across seven North American cities. The tour will honor the band’s late drummer, Neil Peart, featuring German drummer Anika Nilles. Fans can expect a wide selection of Rush’s iconic tracks as they return to live performances. Tickets for the new dates will be available soon, coinciding with the release of ‘Rush 50,’ an anthology of 50 tracks that celebrates their musical legacy.
Inglewood, California – Rush has announced an expansion of their “Fifty Something” reunion tour, which was initially revealed on October 6. The tour, set to kick off on June 7, 2026, at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, will now feature an additional 11 performance dates, increasing the total to 12 shows spread across seven cities in North America.
Co-founders Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson have added two more shows each in Los Angeles and New York City, along with an additional night in Cleveland. This expansion allows the band to perform two-night engagements at all previously scheduled venues in the United States and Canada. The complete tour schedule now consists of:
- June 7 & 9: Kia Forum, Inglewood, CA
- June 18: Palacio de los Deportes, Mexico City, MX
- June 24-30: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, TX (four shows)
- July 16-22: United Center, Chicago, IL (four shows)
- July 28 – August 3: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY (four shows)
- August 7-13: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON (four shows)
- September 17 & 19: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
The tour serves as a celebration of Rush’s iconic music and legacy, as well as a tribute to the band’s late drummer and lyricist, Neil Peart, who passed away in January 2020. Filling the role of Peart for these performances will be German drummer Anika Nilles, a choice endorsed by Neil’s widow, Carrie Nuttall-Peart, and their daughter, Olivia Peart.
Fans can expect a broad selection of Rush songs during the tour, with the possibility of additional musicians joining to enhance the overall sound. Tickets for the new dates will become available starting October 17 at 12 p.m. local time through Ticketmaster and the official Rush website. An Artist Presale will also open on October 13 at noon, accessible to those who sign up before October 9, 11:59 p.m. ET.
The expanded tour announcement coincides with the release of “Rush 50,” a new anthology that features 50 tracks, celebrating the band’s rich history. Lee has expressed excitement about returning to live performances after more than a decade apart, noting how significant it is to reconnect with their loyal fanbase while honoring Peart’s legacy in their concerts.
The “Fifty Something” tour is set to engage Rush’s dedicated followers while commemorating the life and contributions of Neil Peart, ensuring that the band’s musical journey continues to resonate with audiences across North America.
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