Full Breakdown
Brandi Carlile Expands The Human Tour with New North American Dates
3/14/2026, 10:51:32 PM
Overview of The Human Tour Expansion
Brandi Carlile has announced a second North American leg of her ongoing The Human Tour, which will take place from August 13 to September 22, 2026. This expansion includes 21 shows across various cities, featuring a diverse lineup of supporting acts such as Jensen McRae, I’m With Her, Gregory Alan Isakov, The Head and The Heart, Stephen Wilson Jr., and CMAT.
Tour Schedule and Locations
The tour will kick off on August 13 at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland, Maine, and will include stops in major cities such as Nashville, Austin, Vancouver, and San Diego. Notably, the tour features a three-night run at Morrison’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado. The complete schedule is as follows:
- August 13: Portland, ME @ Cross Insurance Arena
- August 14: Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena
- August 16: Bethel, NY @ Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
- August 18: Lenox, MA @ Tanglewood
- August 20: Canandaigua, NY @ CMAC
- August 21: Rochester Hills, MI @ Meadow Brook Amphitheatre
- August 23: Grand Rapids, MI @ Acrisure Amphitheater
- August 24: Madison, WI @ Breese Stevens Field
- August 26: Highland Park, IL @ The Pavilion at Ravinia
- August 29: Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena
- September 1: Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center
- September 3: Duluth, GA @ Gas South Arena
- September 5: Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
- September 6: Austin, TX @ Moody Center
- September 11-13: Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre
- September 17: Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena
- September 19: Stanford, CA @ Frost Amphitheater
- September 20: Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl
- September 22: San Diego, CA @ The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Ticket Sales and Availability
Pre-sale tickets will be available starting March 17, 2026, for Bramily members, followed by an artist pre-sale and an American Express pre-sale on March 18. General ticket sales will commence on March 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.
Upcoming Performances
Before the North American leg, Carlile is scheduled to perform at the Hayden Homes Amphitheater in Bend, Oregon, and participate in the "Echoes Through the Canyon" weekend at The Gorge Amphitheatre in Washington. Additionally, she has planned performances in the UK and Europe in October 2026.
Criticism & Opposition
While the announcement has been met with excitement from fans, some critics have raised concerns about the environmental impact of large-scale tours, particularly regarding carbon emissions associated with travel and venue operations.
Verbatim Quotes
This expansion of The Human Tour reflects Brandi Carlile's ongoing commitment to connect with her audience through live performances, showcasing her latest work while also addressing the complexities of touring in today's climate.
