COLDPLAY × IMAGINE DRAGONS ANNOUNCE MONUMENTAL 2026 JOINT GLOBAL TOUR — DATES AND CITIES REVEALED! WATCH HERE!
The world of music just witnessed one of the most unexpected — and electrifying — announcements of the decade. Coldplay and Imagine Dragons, two of the most visionary and arena-dominating bands of the 21st century, have officially revealed plans for a joint 2026 Global Tour that promises to unite millions of fans under one cosmic, color-soaked sky. Dubbed the “Lights & Fire World Tour,” the two powerhouse acts are set to embark on an unprecedented journey across continents, blending Coldplay’s transcendent emotional landscapes with Imagine Dragons’ explosive energy and thunderous beats.
This isn’t just a tour — it’s a celebration of sound, unity, and the shared heartbeat of two bands that have redefined modern rock and pop for an entire generation.
A WORLD TOUR LIKE NO OTHER
The Lights & Fire World Tour 2026 will span five continents, covering over 40 cities in an ambitious run that kicks off June 2026 in London and concludes February 2027 in Tokyo. Both bands will perform full headline sets each night, with an epic collaborative finale that promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime musical experience — think Coldplay’s “Fix You” blending into Imagine Dragons’ “Believer,” with stadiums lit in a kaleidoscope of color and light.
Official Tour Dates & Major Cities Include:
June 3–4, 2026 – London, UK (Wembley Stadium)
June 10, 2026 – Paris, France (Stade de France)
June 17, 2026 – Berlin, Germany (Olympiastadion)
June 24, 2026 – Rome, Italy (Stadio Olimpico)
July 2–3, 2026 – Madrid, Spain (Estadio Santiago Bernabéu)
July 10, 2026 – Toronto, Canada (Rogers Centre)
July 16–17, 2026 – New York City, USA (MetLife Stadium)
July 25, 2026 – Chicago, USA (Soldier Field)
August 1, 2026 – Los Angeles, USA (SoFi Stadium)
August 10, 2026 – Mexico City, Mexico (Foro Sol)
September 1, 2026 – São Paulo, Brazil (Allianz Parque)
September 7, 2026 – Buenos Aires, Argentina (River Plate Stadium)
October 2, 2026 – Cape Town, South Africa (DHL Stadium)
November 12, 2026 – Sydney, Australia (Accor Stadium)
December 3, 2026 – Manila, Philippines (Philippine Arena)
December 10, 2026 – Singapore (National Stadium)
January 15, 2027 – Dubai, UAE (Coca-Cola Arena)
February 1–2, 2027 – Tokyo, Japan (Tokyo Dome)
Tickets go on sale November 15, 2025, with exclusive pre-sales for Coldplay’s Infinity Tickets and Imagine Dragons’ Origins Fan Club members opening 48 hours earlier.
THE CONCEPT: LIGHTS MEET FIRE
Coldplay’s frontman Chris Martin described the joint tour as “a celebration of hope and human connection through sound and light,” while Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds called it “a dream collaboration years in the making.”
The two bands reportedly first discussed the idea of a joint tour backstage at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival, where both acts shared mutual admiration for each other’s boundary-pushing live production and emotional resonance. “Coldplay’s shows are like spiritual journeys,” Reynolds said. “We wanted to bring that feeling together with our fire and intensity — to build something the world hasn’t seen before.”
The tour name, Lights & Fire, symbolizes the fusion of Coldplay’s radiant, ethereal energy with Imagine Dragons’ explosive, fiery passion — a visual and sonic marriage that fans can expect to see reflected in every aspect of the production.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect nothing less than a sensory revolution. The production is rumored to include:
360° interactive LED wristbands that sync to the beat of every song, a Coldplay staple now upgraded with new tech.
Holographic visuals designed by acclaimed director Refik Anadol, creating immersive digital landscapes above the audience.
Dual stages, allowing both bands to perform together and individually without breaks.
A climate-positive initiative, with Coldplay’s ongoing sustainability program leading efforts to power each show using renewable energy and biodegradable materials.
Fans will also get exclusive collaborative performances, including new versions of fan favorites like:
“Something Just Like This” (Coldplay × Imagine Dragons Remix)
“Radioactive Lights” – a rumored mashup debuting live
“Viva La Thunder” – a tour-exclusive medley already trending online after the teaser trailer
A MOVEMENT, NOT JUST A TOUR
Beyond the music, the Lights & Fire World Tour aims to amplify global awareness for environmental sustainability, mental health, and creative education. Each stop will include community outreach programs, benefit partnerships, and eco-friendly initiatives in collaboration with the Music Declares Emergency campaign.
Coldplay and Imagine Dragons have long been champions of meaningful causes. Coldplay’s previous Music of the Spheres tour became the most eco-friendly major tour ever staged, while Imagine Dragons’ LOVELOUD Foundation and Tyler Robinson Foundation continue to support mental health and families battling pediatric cancer.
“This isn’t just about performing,” Chris Martin said. “It’s about bringing people together — to heal, to dance, to feel alive again.”
WATCH THE OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT TRAILER
Fans can watch the breathtaking official tour announcement video, featuring snippets of both bands performing in stunning locations around the world — from deserts and oceans to city rooftops — symbolizing the tour’s global reach. The teaser ends with the words:
“Two forces. One world. Lights & Fire 2026.”
FINAL THOUGHTS
With Coldplay and Imagine Dragons joining forces, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years in live music history. This collaboration merges two of the most influential modern rock acts — both known for transcendent live experiences, emotional anthems, and a shared vision of unity through music.
Fans around the world are already calling this the “ultimate stadium experience of the decade.”
And if the announcement trailer is anything to go by, Lights & Fire will burn brighter — and reach farther — than anything we’ve ever seen before.
Tickets on sale soon. The countdown begins. The world is about to glow again.
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