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Rock radio has a short list of bands that still sell out amphitheaters on name recognition alone, and Godsmack sits near the top of it. After skipping US arenas and sheds for almost two full years while they worked European festival stages, the Boston-born quartet is back on home turf with one of the biggest hard rock runs of the year: The Rise of Rock World Tour 2026. Tickets are moving fast, presale codes are getting passed around like contraband, and fans in dozens of cities are trying to figure out the fastest, safest, cheapest way to get in the door.

This guide walks through everything a fan actually needs: the full schedule, venue addresses, where to buy tickets without getting burned, what the VIP packages include, and what you can expect once the lights go down. No filler, no recycled press release copy — just the information you need to plan a night out with Sully Erna and company.

A Band That Never Really Slowed Down

Godsmack formed in Boston back in 1995, and the self-titled debut they recorded on a shoestring budget went on to sell four times platinum. Three decades later, the band has racked up more Top 10 rock radio hits than most of their peers, with staples like “I Stand Alone,” “Awake,” and “Voodoo” now functioning as permanent fixtures of hard rock radio rotation. That kind of catalog depth is exactly why a Godsmack headline show never feels thin — there’s a career’s worth of anthems to pull from, and the band knows how to build a set that rewards longtime fans while still hooking anyone hearing them live for the first time.

The band spent 2025 overseas, playing arenas and festivals across Germany, Belgium, the United Kingdom, Croatia, Austria, Poland, Romania, Hungary, and Bulgaria, with a sold-out night at Sofia’s Arena Sofia standing out as one of the tour’s biggest grosses. That European run set the stage for a return to North America, and the band wasted no time announcing a sprawling 2026 schedule that dwarfs anything they’ve done stateside in years.

Inside The Rise of Rock World Tour 2026

Promoted primarily by Live Nation, The Rise of Rock World Tour 2026 pairs Godsmack with Stone Temple Pilots on most dates, with Dorothy joining as direct support across large stretches of the run — including as the sole support act on the newly added fall dates. It’s a lineup built for a full night of rock, not a headliner-plus-filler bill, and that’s part of why so many shows are trending toward sellouts.

The tour launched on May 7, 2026, with a festival slot at Welcome to Rockville in Daytona Beach, Florida, and rolled through spring and early summer dates across the South, Midwest, and Northeast before a short break. A second US leg picked back up in September, working its way across the Mountain West and down the Pacific coast, and closed out its originally announced run on September 26 in Nampa, Idaho. In late July, the band tacked on an entirely new October leg, extending the tour into markets it hadn’t originally planned to hit, including a headline stop at Mohegan Sun Arena that doubles as something of a homecoming — the venue is the namesake of the band’s recent live album and concert film, Live at Mohegan Sun.

Between the US dates, Godsmack also has commitments in Europe, including festival headline slots at Hills of Rock in Bulgaria and Vagos Metal Fest in Portugal, so the 2026 calendar genuinely spans two continents.

The Full 2026 Tour Schedule

Below is the tour routing as currently announced. Concert schedules shift constantly — cities get added, showtimes move, and support acts change — so treat this as a planning reference and always confirm exact dates and set times on the official ticketing link before you buy or travel.

Spring and Early Summer Leg: May – July 2026

Fall Leg: September 2026

Fall Extension: October 2026

Announced in late July, this round of dates pushes the tour into new markets with Dorothy as direct support:

Venue names carry sponsorship deals that change from year to year, and a handful of amphitheaters on this list have gone through recent naming-rights swaps. Before you drive out, double-check the exact address on your ticket confirmation or the venue’s own site.

Where to Buy Godsmack Tickets Online

General public onsale for the core 2026 run opened Friday, February 6, with a Citi cardmember presale running a few days earlier and an artist presale available to fans who signed up through the band’s mailing list. If you missed those windows, tickets are still available through a handful of reliable channels:

• Ticketmaster is the official box-office partner for the vast majority of Live Nation–promoted dates on this tour, and it’s the safest starting point for face-value or official resale tickets.
• Live Nation runs its own artist page with the complete routing, presale details, and links straight into each city’s onsale.
• 313 Presents handles ticketing for the Detroit-market stop at Pine Knob Music Theatre and is worth a look if you’re in Michigan.
• SeatGeek aggregates resale listings across most tour stops and is a solid option for comparing prices once the initial onsale rush settles down.
• Godsmack’s official site posts tour news first and links out to presale sign-up forms before general public onsale windows open.
• The Rise of Rock Tour hub keeps a running list of every confirmed date, including the international festival stops, in one place.

If a city sells out on the primary platforms, resist the urge to grab the first resale listing you find on an unfamiliar site. Stick to marketplaces with a buyer guarantee, and confirm that the listing is for the exact date, venue, and seating section before you check out.

The BulletProof VIP Experience

For fans who want more than a ticket, Godsmack is offering the “BulletProof” Experience across the tour. It’s built around premium seating and priority venue entry, and it comes bundled with a set of exclusive merch: a limited-edition 11×17 art print, a Godsmack-branded guitar pick tin with picks, a three-piece skull enamel pin set drawing on different eras of the band’s album art, and a commemorative VIP laminate and lanyard. It’s aimed squarely at the fans who’ve followed the band since the self-titled debut and want something tangible to mark the night, on top of a better view of the stage.

VIP packages typically sell out faster than general admission or reserved seating, particularly in smaller markets with intimate venues like Orion Amphitheater or The JunkYard, so if a package upgrade matters to you, it’s worth checking availability the moment tickets go on sale rather than waiting.

Smart Ticket-Buying Tips

Buying concert tickets in 2026 means navigating dynamic pricing, third-party resale markets, and the occasional outright scam. A few habits go a long way toward protecting both your wallet and your night out.

Buy from the platform the venue or promoter actually uses. Every date on this tour routes through Ticketmaster, Live Nation, or a market-specific partner like 313 Presents. If a listing shows up on an unfamiliar site claiming to have “the last tickets” for a sold-out show, treat it with suspicion.

Set up mobile transfer before the show, not at the gate. Most amphitheaters on this tour use mobile-only entry. If you’re buying resale tickets, confirm the seller can transfer them digitally through the original platform rather than sending a screenshot or PDF.

Watch for dynamic pricing swings. Prices on primary platforms can shift up or down in the days after onsale based on demand. If a show isn’t close to selling out, it sometimes pays to wait a week or two rather than buying the moment tickets drop.

Sign up for the artist presale early. Godsmack’s presale access has historically required signing up through the band’s mailing list before the general onsale date, and Citi cardmembers get an additional early window. Both routes tend to offer better seat selection and lower fees than buying after the general public onsale opens.

Cross-check seating charts before you commit. Amphitheaters vary wildly in layout — lawn seating at a place like Xfinity Center is a completely different experience from a reserved pavilion seat at PNC Bank Arts Center. Pull up the venue’s interactive seating map before choosing a section.

Factor in parking and rideshare costs. Suburban amphitheaters like Ruoff Music Center and Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre often charge separately for parking, and rideshare pricing spikes hard right after the encore. Some venues sell parking passes in advance through the same ticketing platform, which is usually cheaper than paying at the gate.

What to Expect at a Godsmack Show

Godsmack’s live reputation rests on a set that leans hard into its radio hits without ever feeling like a victory lap. Expect the pyrotechnics to be as aggressive as the riffs — flame bursts and heavy lighting cues are part of the band’s identity onstage, not an occasional flourish. Sully Erna typically anchors the night vocally while also stepping behind a second drum kit for a dueling-drums segment with Shannon Larkin, a moment that’s become one of the most talked-about parts of any Godsmack show.

Setlists shift from city to city, but the band consistently reaches back across its full catalog rather than leaning only on its newest material. Fans should expect a mix that draws from the 1998 self-titled debut through 2023’s Lighting Up the Sky, with anthems like “I Stand Alone,” “Voodoo,” “Awake,” “Bulletproof,” “When Legends Rise,” and “Under Your Scars” making frequent appearances across the tour. With Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy sharing most bills, doors typically open well before the headline set, and arriving early is worth it if you want to catch the full night rather than just the last hour.

Getting to the Venue: Addresses and Travel Tips

Amphitheater shows come with logistics that indoor arena shows don’t — long walks from parking lots, limited cell service in remote lots, and gates that can back up fast right before doors. A few of the addresses worth saving to your phone ahead of time:

• Jiffy Lube Live: 7800 Cellar Door Dr, Bristow, VA 20136
• Ameris Bank Amphitheatre: 2200 Encore Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30009
• Hollywood Casino Amphitheater: 14141 Riverport Dr, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
• Pine Knob Music Theatre: 7770 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston, MI 48348
• PNC Bank Arts Center: 116 Garden State Pkwy, Holmdel, NJ 07733
• Xfinity Center: 885 S Main St, Mansfield, MA 02048
• Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre: 2121 N 83rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85035
• North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre: 2050 Entertainment Cir, Chula Vista, CA 91911
• Honda Center: 2695 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806
• Shoreline Amphitheatre: 1 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View, CA 94043
• Mohegan Sun Arena: 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville, CT 06382

Download your ticket ahead of time and screenshot it as a backup, since some of these lots genuinely have no signal on a packed show night. If the venue offers a mobile app, grab it beforehand — several of the sheds on this tour use in-app maps that make finding your gate and seating section far less of a headache once you’re inside.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do Godsmack tickets go on sale for 2026?

The general public onsale for The Rise of Rock World Tour 2026 opened Friday, February 6, with artist and Citi cardmember presales running in the days before that. The October extension dates, announced in late July, opened separately through the same platforms. Because additional dates continue to be added, it’s worth checking the official Ticketmaster or Live Nation artist page directly for the current onsale status of any specific city.

Who is opening for Godsmack on the 2026 tour?

Stone Temple Pilots support Godsmack across most of the spring, summer, and fall dates, with Dorothy also appearing on a large number of shows. On the October extension, Dorothy is billed as the sole direct support act.

How much are Godsmack tickets?

Prices vary significantly by city, venue type, and how close to showtime you buy. Lawn or upper-level seats at larger amphitheaters are generally the most affordable entry point, reserved pavilion seating costs more, and the BulletProof VIP package sits at the top of the price range because it bundles premium seating with exclusive merchandise. Checking the official platform for your specific city and date is the only reliable way to get current pricing, since dynamic pricing shifts as shows approach selling out.

Where can I buy official Godsmack tickets?

Ticketmaster and Live Nation handle the majority of dates directly, market-specific partners like 313 Presents cover certain cities, and SeatGeek is a dependable option for resale once initial onsales pass. The band’s own site and the dedicated Rise of Rock tour page also link directly to each city’s official onsale.

Is there a VIP package for Godsmack shows?

Yes. The “BulletProof” Experience includes premium seating, priority venue entry, and a collectible merch bundle featuring a limited art print, a guitar pick tin, an enamel pin set, and a commemorative laminate and lanyard.

What songs does Godsmack play live?

Setlists change by city, but the band reliably draws on its full catalog, with “I Stand Alone,” “Voodoo,” “Awake,” “Bulletproof,” “When Legends Rise,” and “Under Your Scars” among the songs that show up most consistently across the 2026 run.

Is Godsmack touring outside the United States in 2026?

Yes. Alongside the North American dates, Godsmack is confirmed for European festival headline slots, including Hills of Rock in Bulgaria in late July and Vagos Metal Fest in Portugal, continuing the momentum from their 2025 European run.

A Godsmack tour this size doesn’t come around every year, and the pairing with Stone Temple Pilots gives this run a genuine two-headliner feel rather than a single band carrying the night. Whether you’re catching them at a shed in the Northeast, a festival stop in the South, or one of the newly added fall dates out West, the combination of a three-decade catalog and a stage show built around pyro and a drum battle makes for one of the more physically loud, unapologetically old-school hard rock nights still touring arenas and amphitheaters. Lock in your city, grab tickets through an official channel, and get to the venue with enough time to actually enjoy the opening sets — this is a bill worth showing up early for.