Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Rush are set to return to the live stage with their highly anticipated 2026 tour, promising fans a celebration of the band’s enduring legacy. The “Fifty Something” tour will see founding members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson perform together for the first time since their 2015 R40 Tour, while paying tribute to the late drummer Neil Peart, who passed away in 2020.
“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 f------miss it. It’s time for a celebration of 50-something years of Rush music.”
Lee added that the upcoming tour would feature a broad selection of Rush songs, spanning decades of recordings and performances. “Lerxst (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,” he said, as per the Today report
Lee further highlighted the preparation for the tour, emphasizing the effort put in by him, Lifeson, and Nilles. “We, along with our longstanding crew members, have been hard at work rehearsing and designing the kind of Rush show fans have grown accustomed to,” he noted.
They added that the tour “promises to be truly unforgettable” and said they were eager to see the band’s new vision unfold on stage.
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Rush Band Returns to the Stage
In a statement announcing the tour on Monday, Lee expressed excitement over the band’s comeback. “It’s been over 10 years since Alex and I have performed the music of Rush alongside our fallen bandmate and friend Neil,” he said, as quoted in a report by Today.“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 f------miss it. It’s time for a celebration of 50-something years of Rush music.”
Lee added that the upcoming tour would feature a broad selection of Rush songs, spanning decades of recordings and performances. “Lerxst (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,” he said, as per the Today report
Anika Nilles Joins Rush on Drums
A notable addition to the lineup is acclaimed drummer Anika Nilles, who will take on the formidable task of performing songs originally played by Peart. “We could not be more excited to introduce her to our loyal and dedicated Rush fanbase,” Lee said. “We know she will be given every chance to live up to that near-impossible role.”Lee further highlighted the preparation for the tour, emphasizing the effort put in by him, Lifeson, and Nilles. “We, along with our longstanding crew members, have been hard at work rehearsing and designing the kind of Rush show fans have grown accustomed to,” he noted.
Support from Peart Family
The late drummer’s family has endorsed the tour. Peart’s widow, Carrie Nuttall-Peart, and daughter, Olivia Peart, expressed their support in a joint statement: “We are thrilled to support the ‘Fifty Something’ tour, celebrating a band whose music has resonated and inspired fans for generations, and to honour Neil’s extraordinary legacy as both a drummer and lyricist.”They added that the tour “promises to be truly unforgettable” and said they were eager to see the band’s new vision unfold on stage.
Rush 2026 Tour Dates
The “Fifty Something” tour will cover major cities across North America, giving fans the opportunity to experience Rush live once again. The confirmed dates and venues are:- June 7 — Los Angeles, Kia Forum
- June 9 — Los Angeles, Kia Forum
- June 18 — Mexico City, Palacio de los Deportes
- June 24 — Fort Worth, Texas, Dickies Arena
- June 26 — Fort Worth, Texas, Dickies Arena
- July 16 — Chicago, United Center
- July 18 — Chicago, United Center
- July 28 — New York, Madison Square Garden
- July 30 — New York, Madison Square Garden
- Aug. 7 — Toronto, Scotiabank Arena
- Aug. 9 — Toronto, Scotiabank Arena
- Sept. 17 — Cleveland, Rocket Arena
Rush Tour Tickets
Tickets for the Rush 2026 tour are available through an artist presale, which runs until Oct. 9 at 11:59 p.m. ET, with the main presale beginning on Oct. 13. Fans are encouraged to sign up early to secure their seats, given the band’s enduring popularity and limited tour dates.Legacy and Impact
Since their formation, the Rush band has become synonymous with intricate compositions, virtuosic musicianship, and a dedicated fanbase. With Geddy Lee on vocals and bass, Alex Lifeson on guitar, and the late Neil Peart’s influential drumming and lyricism, the band has left a permanent mark on rock music.FAQs
When does the Rush 2026 tour start?
The tour kicks off on June 7, 2026, at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.Who is playing drums for Rush on the tour?
Acclaimed drummer Anika Nilles will join Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, taking on the role once held by Neil Peart.Add 
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