Last fall, Rush co-founders Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson announced their return to the stage for a very special Fifty Something Tour in Canada, US and Mexico in 2026 in celebration of Rush’s music, legacy, and the life of late drummer and lyricist Neil Peart. The response was overwhelming with the initial 22 dates selling out immediately, which encouraged additional shows, resulting in a total of 58 shows in 24 cities and over half a million tickets sold for 2026.
Today the band are ecstatic to announce the addition of South America, the United Kingdom and Europe tour dates to the Fifty Something tour, in early 2027. The dates will be the first time the band has played in Europe since 2013 and 17 years since visiting South America.
Performing 24 shows across 13 countries, 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 40+ 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; the band will also be joined by keyboard player Loren Gold (The Who, Roger Daltrey).
“We can’t wait to get back to all these cities we haven’t played in so long, as well as hitting some new places we’ve yet to play,” says Lee. “Both Alex and I are loving the hours of rehearsal time we’re spending with Anika and now Loren, learning around 40 songs which will enable us to keep the shows evolving, playing some different songs on different nights. We are thrilled that many of our longstanding crew have come back to help us design the kind of Rush show that fans have grown accustomed to expect from us. We dearly hope you will come along and help us celebrate 50 years of Rush music, while giving Neil the long overdue tribute he so richly deserves.”
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.”
Exclusive Artist Pre-Sales for Rush Fan Club and Rush Backstage members begin Tuesday, February 24 at 10 AM local time. VIP packages for fan club members will also be available starting Tuesday, February 24 at 10 AM, local time.
Tickets will go on sale Friday, February 27 at 10:00 a.m. local time at rush.com.
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Fifty Something Tour 2027
Jan 15 - Buenos Aires, AR – Movistar Arena
Jan 22 - Curitiba, BR – Arena da Baixada
Jan 24 - São Paulo, BR – Allianz Parque
Jan 30 - Rio de Janeiro, BR – Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
Feb 01 - Belo Horizonte, BR – Estádio Mineirão
Feb 04 - Brasília, BR – Arena BRB Mané Garrincha
Feb 19 - Paris, FR – La Défense Arena
Feb 21 - Berlin, DE – Uber Arena
Feb 23 - Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome
Feb 25 - Munich, DE – Olympiahalle
Feb 28 - Cologne, DE – Lanxess Arena
Mar 02 - Hamburg, DE – Barclays Arena
Mar 04 - Stuttgart, DE – Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
Mar 08 - Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro
Mar 12 - Manchester, UK – Co-op Live
Mar 16 - London, UK – O2 Arena
Mar 18 - London, UK – O2 Arena
Mar 27 - Kraków, PL – TAURON Arena Kraków
Mar 30 - Milan, IT – Unipol Dome
Apr 01 - Basel, CH – St. Jakobshalle
Apr 04 - Copenhagen, DK – Royal Arena
Apr 06 - Oslo, NO – Unity Arena
Apr 08 - Stockholm, SE – Avicii Arena
Apr 10 - Helsinki, FI – Veikkaus Arena