NME News: Phish ARE BACK – 2026 Spring Tour Confirmed, Their Boldest Since A.M.! Dates and Cities Revealed
After months of whispers, cryptic teases, and relentless fan speculation, Phish have officially confirmed their long-awaited 2026 Spring Tour, marking what many are already calling their boldest and most creatively ambitious run since the A.M. era. The announcement has sent shockwaves through the jam-band universe, reigniting the unmistakable buzz that only Phish can generate.
The 2026 Spring Tour will see Trey Anastasio, Jon Fishman, Mike Gordon, and Page McConnell return to arenas and iconic theaters across North America, blending deep-cut nostalgia with fearless improvisation and forward-looking setlists. According to sources close to the band, this tour is designed not as a retrospective victory lap, but as a statement of reinvention—Phish reminding the world that evolution is still at the heart of their sound.
Confirmed Tour Dates & Cities (Spring 2026):
• March 6–7 – Seattle, WA
• March 10 – Portland, OR
• March 13–15 – San Francisco, CA
• March 18 – Los Angeles, CA
• March 22–23 – Denver, CO
• March 27 – Austin, TX
• March 29 – Dallas, TX
• April 2–4 – Chicago, IL
• April 8 – Atlanta, GA
• April 10–11 – Nashville, TN
• April 15 – Philadelphia, PA
• April 17–19 – New York City, NY
• April 24–26 – Boston, MA
Insiders suggest the band is planning multi-night stands with entirely unique setlists, no repeated songs, and extended improvisational sections that push well beyond traditional structures. Early rehearsal reports hint at reimagined versions of fan favorites alongside rare tracks that haven’t seen the stage in decades.
What truly sets this tour apart, however, is the production scale. Phish are rumored to be debuting a new immersive lighting and visual system designed to respond in real time to musical shifts—turning each performance into a one-of-a-kind sensory experience. Longtime fans will recognize this as a spiritual successor to the band’s most experimental eras, while newer audiences may find themselves witnessing Phish at their most daring.
In a brief statement accompanying the announcement, the band said:
“This spring feels like a reset. Same four people, new conversations, new risks. We’re excited to see where the music takes us—and to share it live again.”
Ticket demand is expected to be intense, with fan club pre-sales opening first, followed by general public on-sale dates shortly after. As always, Phish have encouraged fans to plan responsibly and embrace the communal spirit that has defined their live shows for decades.
With the 2026 Spring Tour, Phish aren’t just coming back—they’re challenging expectations, pushing boundaries, and proving once again that the road remains their most powerful creative canvas.
Read more updates as they unfold.