Today, multi-platinum rock mainstays Godsmack announced The Rise Of Rock World Tour 2026, a large-scale North American trek supported by Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy. Promoted by Live Nation, the tour brings Godsmack’s hard-driving live show back to amphitheaters across the continent.
The run launches Sunday, May 10, in Bristow, Virginia, at Jiffy Lube Live and moves through major markets in the United States and Toronto, Canada. Stops include Austin, Chicago, Denver, Phoenix, and multiple California dates before the tour wraps on Saturday, September 26, at Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater in Nampa, Idaho.
With a reputation built on aggressive live performances and decades of radio dominance, Godsmack are set to deliver a career-spanning set that looks back at their catalog while pushing forward. The addition of Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy brings together artists who have played key roles in shaping modern hard rock across different eras.
Ticket access begins with a Citi presale for cardmembers starting Tuesday, February 3, at 10 a.m. local time, running through Friday, February 6, at 9 a.m. local time via the Citi Entertainment program. Full presale information is available here. General ticket sales open Friday, February 6, at 10 a.m. local time through here.
For fans looking to step deeper into the experience, Godsmack are offering the “BulletProof” Experience VIP package. The upgrade includes premium tickets, priority entry into the venue, and exclusive collectible merchandise. Highlights feature a limited-edition 11×17 art print, a Godsmack-branded guitar pick tin with picks, a three-piece skull enamel pin set inspired by classic album eras, and a commemorative VIP laminate and lanyard. Designed for dedicated fans, the package puts the focus on access, memorabilia, and staying close to the band’s legacy.
