Mastodon have officially unveiled The Poisonous Weapons Tour, a major 27-date North American headlining run in fall 2026. The tour features atmospheric blackgaze heavyweights Deafheaven as direct support and French post-black metal pioneers Alcest as openers (for all non-festival dates).
The announcement comes alongside the release of the band’s powerful new single “Your Ghost Again” — their first new music since the departure and subsequent passing of founding guitarist Brent Hinds.
Full Mastodon 2026 North American Tour Dates
- Sep 16, 2026 – Orlando, FL @ Hard Rock Live
- Sep 18, 2026 – Asheville, NC @ Asheville Yards
- Sep 19, 2026 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE
- Sep 20, 2026 – Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life Festival
- Sep 22, 2026 – Philadelphia, PA @ Franklin Music Hall
- Sep 23, 2026 – Boston, MA @ House of Blues
- Sep 24, 2026 – Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
- Sep 25, 2026 – Washington, DC @ The Anthem
- Sep 27, 2026 – Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
- Sep 28, 2026 – Toronto, ON @ Rebel
- Sep 29, 2026 – Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo Riverworks
- Oct 1, 2026 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
- Oct 2, 2026 – Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed
- Oct 3, 2026 – Minneapolis, MN @ The Armory
- Oct 6, 2026 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex
- Oct 7, 2026 – Boise, ID @ Revolution Concert House
- Oct 9, 2026 – Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater
- Oct 10, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Hollywood Palladium (or similar major venue)
- Oct 11, 2026 – San Diego, CA @ Venue TBD
- Oct 13, 2026 – Phoenix, AZ @ Venue TBD
- Oct 15, 2026 – Dallas, TX @ Venue TBD (pre-festival)
- Oct 17, 2026 – Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
- Oct 18, 2026 – Austin, TX @ Moody Amphitheater
- Oct 20, 2026 – Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theatre
- Oct 21, 2026 – Greensboro, NC @ Piedmont Hall
- Oct 22, 2026 – Atlanta, GA @ The Eastern (Hometown Show)
- Oct 24, 2026 – Dallas, TX @ Sick New World Festival
Note: Exact venues for some later dates may still be confirmed, but the routing covers coast-to-coast with strong coverage in the Northeast, Midwest, West Coast, and South.
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Ticket Information
- General On-Sale: Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM local time
- Artist Presale: Begins earlier in the week (check Mastodon’s site for code)
- Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster, the band’s official website (mastodonrocks.com), and select secondary markets.
Fans are encouraged to act fast — Mastodon tours with this caliber of support often sell out quickly in major markets like New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Atlanta.
FAQ About Mastodon
Who is in Mastodon? Current core members are:
- Brann Dailor – Drums, percussion, vocals
- Bill Kelliher – Rhythm guitar, backing vocals
- Troy Sanders – Bass, lead vocals
Touring/session members include Nick Johnston (lead guitar) and João Nogueira (keyboards). Founding guitarist Brent Hinds departed in 2025 and tragically passed away later that year.
What genre is Mastodon? Mastodon is known for progressive sludge metal with strong elements of stoner rock, post-metal, and hard rock. They are celebrated for conceptual albums often based on mythology, history, or personal themes, intricate songwriting, and powerful live performances.
Where is Mastodon from? Atlanta, Georgia. The band formed in 2000 and remains one of the most influential American metal acts of the 21st century.
Have they released new music? Yes — “Your Ghost Again” (released June 1, 2026) is the lead single from their upcoming ninth studio album. It’s described as emotionally charged and reflective of recent personal losses.
Will there be more tours or festivals? Mastodon is also playing several European festivals in summer 2026 before this North American run. More dates could be added.
This stacked bill of Mastodon, Deafheaven, and Alcest is one of the most anticipated metal tours of 2026. Expect crushing riffs, atmospheric soundscapes, and unforgettable nights across the continent.
Pro Tip for Fans: Sign up for the Mastodon mailing list on their official site for early access and updates. Set reminders for the June 5 on-sale!
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