Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson recently announced their return to the stage for 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.
Due to incredible demand, the band announces additional dates in most cities, including two new dates at the Kia Forum – Thursday, June 11, and Saturday, June 13. These shows mark 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 Kia Forum in Los Angeles, CA, bringing it full circle with a return to the Kia Forum to embark upon these special shows.
Of the tour, Geddy Lee says:
“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.”
Carrie Nuttall-Peart and Olivia Peart, Neil’s widow and daughter, share:
“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.”
Rush will perform multiple shows in seven cities across Canada, the United States, and Mexico, beginning June 7, 2026, at The Kia Forum in Los Angeles. These special “evening with” shows will find 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 catalogue 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 Anika Nilles, who has performed as Jeff Beck’s drummer for over 60 shows and has released four solo albums.
Fans will be able to participate in the Rush Artist Presale by signing up at https://livemu.sc/rush now.
Artist Presales for this tour are hosted by multiple ticketing sites, but anyone who signs up can join the sale. For Artist Presales on Ticketmaster, no code is needed – access is tied to your account.
The Artist Presale on SeatGeek for Cleveland will require a code. The Artist Presale begins on Monday, October 13, at 12 PM local time in the US and Canada and on Thursday, October 16, at 12 PM local time in Mexico. General ons ale begins here on Friday, October 17th at 12 pm local time for the US & Canada, and 11 am local time for Mexico.
Citi for US shows: Citi is the official card of the RUSH 2026 tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets in the US beginning Friday, October 10, at 12 pm local time until Sunday, October 12, at 11:59 pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details, visit citientertainment.com.
Rush invites fans to get closer than ever with three elevated offerings: an all-new VIP program, the first-ever 2112 Platform Experience, and curated Travel Packages for fans making a trip to see the show.
For VIP: http://wearesuper.co/rushvip
For Travel: http://wearesuper.co/rushtravel
Check out the full confirmed itinerary below.
TOUR DATES
Sun Jun 07 - Kia Forum - Los Angeles, CA
Tue Jun 09 - Kia Forum - Los Angeles, CA
Thu Jun 11 - Kia Forum - Los Angeles, CA
Sat Jun 13 - Kia Forum - Los Angeles, CA
Thu Jun 18 - Palacio de los Deportes - Mexico City, MX
Wed Jun 24 - Dickies Arena - Fort Worth, TX
Fri Jun 26 - Dickies Arena - Fort Worth, TX
Sun Jun 28 - Dickies Arena - Fort Worth, TX
Tue Jun 30 - Dickies Arena - Fort Worth, TX
Thu Jul 16 - United Center - Chicago, IL
Sat Jul 18 - United Center - Chicago, IL
Mon Jul 20 - United Center - Chicago, IL
Wed Jul 22 - United Center - Chicago, IL
Tue Jul 28 - Madison Square Garden - New York, NY
Thu Jul 30 - Madison Square Garden - New York, NY
Sat Aug 01 - Madison Square Garden - New York, NY
Mon Aug 03 - Madison Square Garden - New York, NY
Fri Aug 07 - Scotiabank Arena - Toronto, ON
Sun Aug 09 - Scotiabank Arena - Toronto, ON
Tue Aug 11 - Scotiabank Arena - Toronto, ON
Thu Aug 13 - Scotiabank Arena - Toronto, ON
Thu Sep 17 - Rocket Arena - Cleveland, OH
Sat Sep 19 - Rocket Arena - Cleveland, OH
Additionally, Rush just revealed the 50-track super deluxe anthology, RUSH 50, that Rolling Stone called “an epic saga, that functions equally well as an introduction for the uninitiated or a companion piece for the super fan.” RUSH 50 is available in five distinct configurations, including the (1) Super Deluxe Edition, (2) Rush Store Exclusive Super Deluxe Edition, (3) 7-LP Deluxe Edition, (4) 4-CD Deluxe Edition, and (5) Digital Edition. It represents the breadth of their discography, beginning with the first-ever reissue of their 1973 debut single and concluding with a live recording of the final song Lee, Lifeson, and Peart played together during the R40 Tour closer at The Forum.
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