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Rush Is Back After Eleven Years and Nobody Is Ready For It

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Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are officially bringing Rush back on the road for the first time in over eleven years. Can you even believe it? The legendary co-founders just dropped the news about their “Fifty Something” Tour 2026 across North America, and it’s everything we’ve been dreaming of. This is a massive deal for fans who have been waiting over a decade for more.

A “F—— Miss It” Comeback for the Ages

This isn’t just some casual reunion, folks. Geddy Lee himself laid it all out in Pollstar, saying, “It’s been over 10 years since Alex and I have performed the music of Rush alongside our fallen bandmate and friend Neil.” He talked about the “lifetime’s worth of songs” they poured their hearts into. But the real kicker? After all this time and soul searching, he said they “f—— miss it” and it’s time to celebrate “50-something years of Rush music.” That’s the passion we know, right? It totally makes sense. Joining these icons is Anika Nilles, stepping in as the new drummer after the passing of Neil Peart. This tour is a tribute, a celebration, and a monumental return for one of rock’s most iconic groups, a band that has sold millions of albums worldwide with hits like “Tom Sawyer,” “Closer to the Heart,” and “2112” that still blow us away.

Catching a Show: Where and How Much

Alright, you’re hyped, I’m hyped, now let’s talk logistics. The “Fifty Something” Tour 2026 is hitting North America hard. It kicks off in California, then heads south to Mexico, before rocking through Texas, Chicago, New York, Canada, and even Cleveland. You know you want to see them live! Tickets are officially available on StubHub, so get on it. Be ready for these prices, though: a June 7 show in Los Angeles starts at $322, while a June 24 gig in Texas starts at $359. If you are looking at July, a United Center show in Chicago starts at $323, and a July 30 show at MSG in New York has tickets beginning at $337. They’re doing multiple nights in many cities, so you have options.

  • June 7, 9, 11, 13: Kia Forum, Los Angeles, CA
  • June 18, 20: Palacio de los Deportes, Mexico City, Mexico
  • June 24, 26, 28, 30: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, TX
  • July 16, 18, 20, 22: United Center, Chicago, IL
  • July 28, 30, August 1, 3: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
  • August 7, 9, 11, 13: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

This is it. The comeback we thought might never happen is here. With Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson back on stage, bringing their incredible catalog of music to fans, 2026 is going to be unforgettable. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this epic celebration. Go snag those tickets on StubHub and get ready to rock!

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Originally reported by The Sporting News.

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