# Red Hot Chili Peppers × Foo Fighters Announce Explosive 2026 World Tour — Dates and Cities Revealed
Rock fans, brace yourselves — two of the greatest live acts of all time are joining forces for one of the most monumental tours in music history. The Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Foo Fighters have officially announced a co-headlining 2026 World Tour, promising to set arenas and stadiums ablaze with pure rock energy, timeless hits, and electrifying performances. Titled “The Fire & Funk World Tour 2026,” this unprecedented collaboration is set to kick off in May 2026 and will span across five continents, marking one of the largest and most ambitious tours ever organized.
A Legendary Collaboration Years in the Making
For decades, fans have dreamed of seeing these two powerhouse bands share the same stage — and now, it’s finally happening. While both groups have maintained mutual respect and admiration for each other over the years, their paths rarely crossed on tour schedules. That all changes in 2026.
The idea reportedly began brewing backstage at the Power Trip Festival 2023, where both bands shared a conversation about “keeping rock alive.” According to insiders, Anthony Kiedis and Dave Grohl reconnected last year at a charity event in Los Angeles, which sparked the idea for a joint world tour celebrating friendship, freedom, and the undying spirit of rock.
Grohl shared in the official press statement:
“The Chili Peppers have always been family to us — we came up in the same world, chasing the same dream. This tour isn’t just about music; it’s about bringing people together again under the power of live rock and roll.”
Kiedis echoed the sentiment:
“There’s a magic in sharing the stage with people who love music the way we do. Expect sweat, soul, and sonic chaos — the good kind.”
Tour Highlights: Two Titans, One Stage
Unlike most co-headlining tours where bands alternate nights, this one will feature both acts performing full sets each night, culminating in a joint finale performance that promises to be “an unforgettable explosion of sound.” Fans can expect unique setlists, surprise collaborations, and rare tracks from both catalogs.
Rumors suggest the closing segment of each show will feature both bands performing together — possibly covering iconic songs like “Give It Away,” “Everlong,” and “My Hero” in an epic jam session that could stretch over 20 minutes.
The Setlists: A Celebration of Legacy
Each band is preparing career-spanning performances.
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ set will reportedly feature:
- “Californication”
- “Scar Tissue”
- “Can’t Stop”
- “Under the Bridge”
- “Snow (Hey Oh)”
- “By the Way”
- “Dani California”
- And fan-favorite deep cuts like “Wet Sand” and “Soul to Squeeze.”
Foo Fighters’ powerhouse lineup will include:
- “Everlong”
- “The Pretender”
- “Learn to Fly”
- “All My Life”
- “Times Like These”
- “Best of You”
- “Walk”
- And a heartfelt tribute to late drummer Taylor Hawkins, which will remain a centerpiece of the show.
Both bands are also rumored to debut new music during the tour — with whispers that the Foo Fighters may drop a surprise EP, while the Chili Peppers are reportedly finalizing their next studio album with Rick Rubin.
2026 World Tour Schedule
Here’s the first wave of confirmed “Fire & Funk” World Tour dates:
North America:
- May 15 — Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
- May 18 — San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center
- May 22 — Los Angeles, CA @ SoFi Stadium
- May 25 — Las Vegas, NV @ Allegiant Stadium
- May 29 — Denver, CO @ Empower Field
- June 2 — Chicago, IL @ Soldier Field
- June 6 — Toronto, ON @ Rogers Centre
- June 9 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden
- June 12 — Philadelphia, PA @ Lincoln Financial Field
- June 15 — Miami, FL @ Hard Rock Stadium
Europe:
- July 1 — London, UK @ Wembley Stadium
- July 4 — Paris, France @ Stade de France
- July 8 — Berlin, Germany @ Olympiastadion
- July 12 — Amsterdam, Netherlands @ Johan Cruijff Arena
- July 15 — Milan, Italy @ San Siro Stadium
- July 19 — Madrid, Spain @ Estadio Metropolitano
South America:
- August 5 — São Paulo, Brazil @ Allianz Parque
- August 9 — Buenos Aires, Argentina @ River Plate Stadium
- August 13 — Santiago, Chile @ Estadio Nacional
Asia & Oceania:
- September 2 — Tokyo, Japan @ Tokyo Dome
- September 7 — Seoul, South Korea @ Gocheok Sky Dome
- September 13 — Sydney, Australia @ Accor Stadium
- September 16 — Melbourne, Australia @ Marvel Stadium
- September 20 — Auckland, New Zealand @ Eden Park
More dates are expected to be added in Africa and the Middle East later this year.
Tickets and Fan Presales
Tickets go on sale Friday, November 15, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time through Ticketmaster and official band websites. A limited “Fire & Funk VIP Experience” package will include premium seating, exclusive tour merchandise, and a backstage soundcheck experience with both bands.
Fan club members of both groups will have early access starting November 12, with presales expected to sell out within minutes.
A Defining Moment for Rock
The announcement of the Red Hot Chili Peppers × Foo Fighters 2026 World Tour has already ignited a global frenzy online, with fans calling it the “dream tour of a generation.” With both bands at the peak of their creative and live powers, this collaboration isn’t just a concert series — it’s a cultural event celebrating decades of rock resilience.
As Dave Grohl put it best:
“It’s not about nostalgia. It’s about proving that rock still moves people — body, heart, and soul. Let’s make some noise.”
And with that, the countdown begins.
Fire meets funk. Grohl meets Kiedis. Guitars meet groove.
2026 will belong to the Red Hot Chili Peppers × Foo Fighters — and the world will be watching.
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