After decades of legal battles and a long-fought struggle to reclaim their identity, The Guess Who are hitting the road again for a full U.S. Tour in 2026. The “Takin’ It Back Tour” marks the band’s first stateside performances in 23 years, a significant moment for fans of the Canadian rock icons and a testament to the enduring power of their music. The tour begins June 25th in Shakopee, Minnesota and will feature support from Don Felder, formerly of the Eagles.
The journey to this point has been anything but simple. For years, a different lineup performed under The Guess Who name, even as original members Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman were sidelined, unable to perform under the moniker that defined their careers. The core of the band—Cummings’ vocals and Bachman’s guitar work—were largely absent from the touring circuit since 2003. However, in 2024, Cummings and Bachman successfully regained the rights to the band’s name, resolving a decades-long trademark dispute with former bandmates, as reported by Rolling Stone.
A Triumphant Return to the Stage
The U.S. Leg of the “Takin’ It Back Tour” follows a previously announced Canadian run that began January 31st in Niagara Falls, Ontario. That display, and subsequent Canadian dates, marked the band’s first live performance since 2003. The tour is a celebration of the band’s six-decade legacy and a chance for fans to experience their classic hits – including “American Woman,” “These Eyes,” “No Time,” and “Share the Land” – performed by Cummings and Bachman once again. “Randy and I are incredibly grateful that our music has endured all these years,” Cummings said in a statement. “Knowing that people still want to hear these songs live means everything to us, and when we go out on stage, our goal is to truly honour the music.”
Bachman echoed that sentiment, adding, “I’m really excited about reuniting with Burton and touring again as The Guess Who. We created an amazing body of work together, along with memories that have lasted for decades, and those songs are still as strong as ever. I can’t wait to sing them with everyone particularly soon.”
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
The U.S. Tour kicks off on June 25th at Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee, Minnesota, and will continue through August 22nd, concluding in Seattle, Washington. The band will play a string of dates across the country, including stops in Cincinnati, Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, Denver, and Los Angeles. A full list of tour dates can be found on The Guess Who’s official website.
Tickets will first be available through a Citi cardmember pre-sale on Wednesday, March 4th at 10:00 a.m. Local time, followed by an artist pre-sale at 12:00 p.m. Local time. A Live Nation pre-sale is scheduled for Thursday, March 5th at 10:00 a.m. Local time, requiring sign-up for a free Live Nation All Access membership. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, March 6th at 10:00 a.m. Local time via Ticketmaster, with Atlanta and Fort Worth shows going on sale at 12:00 p.m. Local time.
Full List of U.S. Tour Dates:
- June 25 – Shakopee, MN @ Mystic Lake Amphitheater
- June 27 – Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center
- June 28 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
- June 30 – Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
- July 1 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Acrisure Amphitheater
- July 3 – Clarkston, MI @ Pine Knob Music Theatre
- July 5 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center
- July 7 – Syracuse, NY @ Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
- July 8 – Gilford, NH @ BankNH Pavilion
- July 10 – Wantagh, NY @ Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
- July 11 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City
- July 14 – Saratoga Springs, NY @ Albany Med Health System at SPAC
- July 16 – Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena
- July 17 – Boston, MA @ Leader Bank Pavilion
- August 6 – Atlanta, GA @ Synovus Bank Amphitheater at Chastain Park
- August 8 – Houston, TX @ Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land
- August 9 – Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
- August 12 – Denver, CO @ Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre
- August 14 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Maverik Center
- August 15 – Las Vegas, NV @ Fontainebleau Las Vegas
- August 17 – Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- August 19 – Los Angeles, CA @ Greek Theatre
- August 22 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
The “Takin’ It Back Tour” represents more than just a series of concerts; it’s a reclamation of a legacy and a chance for a generation of fans to reconnect with the music that shaped their lives. The band will conclude the tour with a performance in Vancouver, British Columbia on August 23rd.
Fans interested in purchasing tickets can find more information and links on StubHub.
The Guess Who’s return to the stage is a welcome development for classic rock enthusiasts, and the 2026 tour promises to be a memorable experience for fans across the country. The band is scheduled to continue touring through August, with the final performance in Vancouver, BC, on August 23rd.
