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The Hives Announce 2026 U.S. Tour Dates
10/14/2025, 8:36:35 PM
Overview of the Tour Announcement
The Hives, the Swedish rock band, have officially announced their first set of U.S. tour dates for 2026, supporting their latest album, *The Hives Forever Forever The Hives*. The tour will kick off on March 13, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee, and will conclude on March 26, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. The Australian punk band The Chats will provide support for all shows.
Tour Itinerary
The Hives' 2026 U.S. tour will include stops in several major cities. The confirmed dates are as follows:
- March 13 – Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
- March 14 – Asheville, NC @ Orange Peel
- March 16 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
- March 18 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
- March 19 – New Haven, CT @ Toad’s Place
- March 20 – Boston, MA @ House of Blues
- March 22 – Toronto, ON @ History
- March 24 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
- March 26 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed (Indoors)
Ticket Sales Information
Tickets for the tour will go on sale to the general public on October 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. An artist pre-sale will begin earlier, on October 15, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. local time, allowing fans to secure their tickets ahead of the general release.
Background and Context
This tour announcement follows The Hives' upcoming European and UK tour, which will conclude in late 2025. Additionally, they are set to open for My Chemical Romance during their South American tour in January 2026. The band released *The Hives Forever Forever The Hives* in August 2025, marking their return to the music scene.
Official Statements & Responses
In a statement regarding the tour, The Hives expressed excitement about returning to the U.S., saying, “The USA, a place so big we gotta do it in halves. Eastern half… get your seatbelts and your helmets on, get your finances in order. We are finally coming your way as THE HIVES continue their musical eriksgata through the United States.”
Criticism & Opposition
While the announcement has been met with enthusiasm from fans, there are concerns regarding ticket prices and availability, particularly given the high demand for live music events post-pandemic. Some fans have expressed frustration over the potential for ticket scalping and inflated prices on secondary markets.
What's Next
Following the U.S. tour, The Hives are expected to continue promoting their album and may announce additional tour dates or appearances later in 2026. Fans are encouraged to stay updated through The Hives' official website and social media channels for the latest news and announcements.
