Foo Fighters and Depeche Mode Announce Monumental 2026 Global Tour — Dates and Cities Revealed
In a move that has sent shockwaves of excitement through the rock and alternative music world, Foo Fighters and Depeche Mode have officially announced a joint 2026 Global Tour—an unprecedented collaboration between two of the most influential bands of the last four decades. The announcement, which arrived early this morning through coordinated posts across the bands’ social platforms, confirmed what fans had only dared to whisper: two giants, two eras, and one massive world tour that promises to redefine the meaning of live music.
For fans of both groups, this is more than a concert series. It is a collision of musical legacies—Dave Grohl’s fierce, heart-pounding rock mastery fused with the dark electronic majesty crafted by Martin Gore and Dave Gahan. Few partnerships have ever bridged such different sonic worlds with such iconic status, making this tour one of the most highly anticipated events of 2026.
A Tour Built on Mutual Respect and Shared History
Though Foo Fighters and Depeche Mode come from distinct corners of the music landscape, both bands have long expressed admiration for one another. Dave Grohl has often credited Depeche Mode’s innovative soundscapes as an influence during his evolution as a musician, while members of Depeche Mode have praised Foo Fighters for bringing raw, authentic rock into the 21st century when many believed the genre was fading.
According to insiders, early conversations about a joint tour began during festival season in 2024, when both bands headlined major international events. Their teams noticed overwhelming crossover interest, with fans showing equal passion for the electronic darkness of Depeche Mode and the explosive, guitar-driven anthems of Foo Fighters. What began as casual admiration quickly grew into discussions of a full-scale collaboration—one that could unite generations of music lovers around the world.
A Stadium Tour of Epic Proportions
The 2026 Global Tour will span five continents, over 40 cities, and nearly nine months of electrifying performances. Both bands will deliver full headlining sets each night—no shortened shows, no compromises. Instead, this tour celebrates the best of both worlds: the thunderous drums, soaring riffs, and emotional punch of Foo Fighters, matched with the hypnotic synth lines, shadowy atmospheres, and theatrical brilliance of Depeche Mode.
Venues were chosen with intention: massive stadiums, open-air arenas, and historic locations capable of holding crowds that may reach record numbers. Production sources hint at one of the most ambitious stage designs ever attempted, featuring layered lighting rigs, multi-dimensional screens, rotating platforms, and special collaborative moments between the bands.
Tour Dates and Cities Revealed
Below is the official list of cities released so far, with exact dates to follow in early January 2026:
North America
- Los Angeles
- San Francisco
- Seattle
- Chicago
- New York City
- Boston
- Toronto
- Vancouver
- Atlanta
- Dallas
Europe
- London
- Manchester
- Glasgow
- Berlin
- Munich
- Paris
- Amsterdam
- Milan
- Barcelona
- Stockholm
South America
- São Paulo
- Rio de Janeiro
- Buenos Aires
- Santiago
- Bogotá
Asia
- Tokyo
- Osaka
- Seoul
- Singapore
- Manila
Oceania
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Brisbane
- Auckland
Additional special shows in Mexico City, Dubai, and Johannesburg are rumored to be announced later in the year.
What Fans Can Expect
Both bands have hinted—not subtly—that fans should prepare for surprises. Collaborative onstage performances are said to be “not only possible, but inevitable,” according to a member of the production team. Imagine Dave Grohl joining Depeche Mode for a thunderous live-drum version of “Personal Jesus,” or Dave Gahan stepping onto Foo Fighters’ stage for a moody reinterpretation of “Everlong.” These moments, if they happen, will be etched into rock history.
Merchandise drops, documentary crews, and exclusive tour-only releases are also part of the plan. With Foo Fighters continuing to evolve after their emotional 2023–2024 run, and Depeche Mode expanding their legacy following their recent acclaimed album cycle, this tour feels like a victory lap for both bands.
A Global Cultural Event in the Making
The announcement has immediately dominated social media, with hashtags linked to both bands trending across the world within minutes. Music critics are already calling this “the most ambitious joint tour of the decade,” and industry insiders suggest ticket demand may rival or surpass the largest tours in history.
For longtime fans, newcomers, and anyone with a love for transformative live music, the Foo Fighters × Depeche Mode 2026 Global Tour stands as a once-in-a-generation event—a merging of two powerful musical universes that promises to ignite stadiums around the world with energy, emotion, and unforgettable artistry.
