Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson Significantly Expand 2026 Rush Tour

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Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson (Photo: Richard Sibbald; used with permission)

Rush co-founders Geddy Lee [bass, keys, vocals] and Alex Lifeson [guitar, vocals] have announced significantly more shows for their return to the stage of a very special 2026 headline tour, Fifty Something, in celebration of Rush’s music, legacy, and the life of late drummer and lyricist Neil Peart. The tour, with 17 new cities added on Oct. 20, 2025, notably marks the first time Lee and Lifeson have toured together in eleven years since the finale of Rush’s R40 Tour on August 1, 2015, at the Forum in Los Angeles, CA, bringing it full circle with a return to the Forum to embark upon these special shows. [Each of the original dates have sold-out.] Pre-sale tickets will be available on Oct. 27 at 12N local time; the general on-sale begins Oct. 31 at 12N here.

In the original October 6, 2025, announcement, Lee said, “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 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.”

Watch the original announcement

Carrie Nuttall-Peart and Olivia Peart, Neil’s widow and daughter wrote, “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.”

In a new video released on Oct. 20, Lee and Lifeson note they “are blown away from the response to the announcement we made a few weeks ago.”

On Oct. 5, the band celebrated in a private event at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland with this on-stage interview and Q&A.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame® Inductees will perform special “evening with” shows with the band playing two sets each night. Each show will feature a distinct selection of songs and Rush will build each night’s setlist from a catalog of 35 songs including their greatest hits and fan favorites.

For Fifty Something, Lee and Lifeson will be accompanied by German drummer, composer, and producer Nilles, who has performed as Jeff Beck’s drummer for over 60 shows and has released four solo albums.

Rush 2026 Tour (Tickets for the new dates will be available here)
Jun 07 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Jun 09 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Jun 11 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Jun 13 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Jun 18 – Mexico City, MX – Palacio de los Deportes
Jun 24 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
Jun 26 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
Jun 28 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
Jun 30 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
Jul 16 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Jul 18 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Jul 20 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Jul 22 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Jul 28 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
Jul 30 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
Aug 01 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
Aug 03 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
Aug 07 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Aug 09 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Aug 11 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Aug 13 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Aug 21 – Philadelphia, PA – Xfinity Mobile Arena *
Aug 26 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena *
Sep 02 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre *
Sep 12 – Boston, MA – TD Garden *
Sep 17 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena
Sep 19 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena
Sep 23 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center *
Oct 05 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena *
Oct 10 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena *
Oct 15 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center *
Oct 25 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena *
Oct 30 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena *
Nov 05 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Live *
Nov 09 – Tampa, FL – Benchmark International Arena *
Nov 20 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center *
Nov 25 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena *
Dec 01 – Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena *
Dec 10 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place *
Dec 15 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena *

* Added on Oct. 20

Additionally, Rush recently released a 50-track super deluxe anthology, Rush 50, that represents breadth of their discography, beginning with the first-ever reissue of their 1973 debut single and concluding with a live recording the final song Lee, Lifeson, and Peart played together during the R40 Tour closer at The Forum. Rush 50 is available to fans in several distinct configurations: the Super Deluxe Edition (4-CDs and 7-LPs) [order here], a 7-LP Deluxe Edition (here), and a 4-CD Deluxe Edition (here). It’s also available in Canada here and in the U.K. here.