Foo Fighters Launch Massive ‘Take Cover Tour’ 2026: North America, UK, Europe Dates Confirmed with Queens of the Stone Age & Strict Ticket Rules
The Sun is Rising: Foo Fighters Unveil Sprawling ‘Take Cover Tour’ 2026
After months of speculation and a smattering of highly-coveted club gigs, the Foo Fighters have officially cemented their return to the world stage, announcing the monumental ‘Take Cover Tour 2026’. The sprawling itinerary, which kicks off in Europe before moving to a massive stadium run across North America, signals a confident and full-throttle new era for the rock titans led by Dave Grohl.
The announcement, which coincided with the general on-sale for the European leg last week, has ignited a global frenzy among the Foo Fighters faithful. Far from resting on the laurels of their three-decade-long career, the band—now featuring new drummer Ilan Rubin—is proving that the heart of rock and roll is very much alive, boasting one of the biggest rock tours confirmed for 2026.
This is more than just a tour; it’s a declaration. As Grohl himself put it in a recent statement, following a series of surprise return shows, the band has “the most solid core,” and “the sun is finally rising over the horizon.” For fans worldwide, this tour is the spectacular, stadium-sized view of that sunrise.
The North American Gauntlet: Queens of the Stone Age Co-Headline
The U.S. and Canadian leg of the ‘Take Cover Tour’ is set to be one of the summer’s premier concert events, featuring the legendary Queens of the Stone Age as direct support on almost all dates. This pairing promises a double-shot of arena-ready rock that will see stadiums across the continent reverberating with maximum decibels.
The North American run is scheduled to kick off on August 4th in Toronto, Ontario, and will run through late September, concluding (for now) at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Key stops on the itinerary include major league venues like Detroit’s Ford Field, Chicago’s Soldier Field, and a date at Cleveland’s Huntington Bank Field.
The inclusion of Queens of the Stone Age is a monumental booking, guaranteeing an energetic, crowd-pleasing spectacle. The last time the two bands toured extensively together, the energy was palpable, and given the Foo Fighters’ recent, renewed intensity, this 2026 run is expected to raise the bar even higher. For fans who missed the ‘Everything or Nothing at All’ run, this is the essential 2026 rock pilgrimage.
The UK & European Invasion: Anfield and I-Days Confirmed
Before tackling North America, the ‘Take Cover Tour’ will conquer Europe and the UK throughout June and July. The European leg kicks off on June 10th in Oslo, Norway, and culminates with a festival appearance at Portugal’s NOS Alive in mid-July.
Perhaps the most highly anticipated stops for British fans are the two massive UK stadium shows confirmed for Liverpool’s Anfield Stadium on June 25th and 27th, 2026. These are currently the Foo Fighters’ only UK stadium shows announced for the entire year, making the Liverpool dates a must-see event. The band will be bringing a stellar lineup of support acts to Anfield, with Inhaler and Otoboke Beaver opening the first night, and Royel Otis and Die Spitz supporting the second.
The European circuit is equally impressive, mixing stadium headlining dates with major festival appearances, including:
- Oslo, Norway: Unity Arena
- Stockholm, Sweden: Strawberry Arena
- Warsaw, Poland: PGE Narodowy
- Munich, Germany: Allianz Arena
- Paris, France: Paris La Défense Arena
- Berlin, Germany: Olympiastadion
- Vienna, Austria: Ernst-Happel-Stadium
- Milan, Italy: I-Days Festival
- Madrid, Spain: Mad Cool Festival
This continental sweep ensures that the Foo Fighters will bring their legendary live experience to a vast audience, marking their first major European tour dates since their extensive 2024 run.
The Ticket Scramble and The Strict Anti-Scalper Rules
In a move designed to protect true fans from the predatory resale market, Ticketmaster and the Foo Fighters camp instituted a series of strict rules for the UK and European dates, particularly for the high-demand Liverpool shows.
The general sale, which went live on November 14th, was met with massive demand, confirming the tour’s status as a top-tier ticket event. To combat the expected scalping, two major restrictions were enforced:
- Strict 6-Ticket Limit: Fans were limited to purchasing a maximum of six tickets per person, a rule aimed directly at preventing bulk buying by professional resellers.
- Mobile-Only Tickets: Every single ticket purchased is mobile-only, meaning the buyer’s smartphone is the ticket. This eliminates physical paper printouts and screenshots, making it extremely difficult for scalpers to transfer illegitimate tickets or sell them on secondary markets without using an authorized platform.
This concerted effort to prioritize the fan experience is a huge win for the community, ensuring that the maximum volume euphoria Grohl often speaks of is experienced by devoted fans and not marked-up by resellers.
A New Era: Ilan Rubin, New Singles, and the Solid Core
The ‘Take Cover Tour 2026’ is significant not only for its size but also for officially ushering in a new era for the Foo Fighters. The band is touring with new drummer Ilan Rubin, a powerhouse veteran previously of Nine Inch Nails and Angels & Airwaves. Rubin took over the sticks earlier in 2025 following the departure of Josh Freese.
Grohl has publicly praised Rubin, stating that the band is “reimagining versions with the incredible blessing of the one and only Ilan Rubin behind the drums.” His arrival marks the band’s second new drummer since the tragic passing of Taylor Hawkins in 2022.
The tour also supports the band’s newest material. In sync with the tour announcement, the Foo Fighters released their latest single, “Asking For A Friend,” a track that debuted live to a raucous crowd in Monterrey, Mexico. This new track follows the release of “Today’s Song” in July 2025 and suggests the band is actively working on new material, even though a full new album has yet to be officially confirmed.
For three decades, the Foo Fighters have excelled at blending massive anthems with powerful, communal concert experiences. The ‘Take Cover Tour 2026’ promises to be the biggest chapter yet in this ongoing legacy, combining fan-favorite classics like “Everlong” and “Best of You” with the energy of a band that feels reborn and urgent.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What are the biggest news developments about the Foo Fighters tour?
A: The biggest news is the announcement of the massive, multi-continental ‘Take Cover Tour 2026,’ which includes a full North American stadium run with Queens of the Stone Age, and extensive dates across Europe and the UK, including two exclusive UK stadium shows at Liverpool’s Anfield. Additionally, the recent ticket sales introduced a strict 6-ticket limit and mobile-only entry to combat scalping.
Q: Who is the new drummer for the Foo Fighters on the 2026 tour?
A: The drummer for the ‘Take Cover Tour 2026’ is Ilan Rubin. He officially joined the band earlier in 2025, taking the place of Josh Freese, who had toured with the band through 2023. Rubin is a highly respected musician, previously known for his work with Nine Inch Nails.
Q: Who are the support acts for the North American leg?
A: The primary support act for almost all of the North American stadium dates on the ‘Take Cover Tour 2026’ will be Queens of the Stone Age.
Q: When do tickets for the North American shows go on sale?
A: Ticket sales for the North American dates were previously announced, but fans should check the official Foo Fighters website for the most up-to-date information on general sales and remaining inventory for specific cities. Presales for the North American dates generally opened in late October 2025.
Q: Did the Foo Fighters release a new album for this tour?
A: No new album has been officially confirmed yet. However, the band has released two new singles in 2025—”Today’s Song” and “Asking For A Friend”—which will be featured on the ‘Take Cover Tour’ setlist. The tour follows the release of their 2023 album, But Here We Are.
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