AceShowbiz - Fans of Weezer have exciting news as the band revealed plans for a major 32-city arena tour titled The Gathering, scheduled for the fall of 2026. The veteran rock group will be joined on the road by The Shins and Silversun Pickups, creating a diverse lineup for this highly anticipated tour.

The tour is set to commence on September 8 in Sacramento, California, and will conclude on October 24 in Los Angeles, the band’s hometown. This west coast bookending of the journey highlights Weezer's connection to California as they bring their show to a wide range of cities across the United States and Canada.

In celebration of the tour announcement, Weezer will host a series of special events throughout Los Angeles under the banner of Weezer: The Gathering - Initiation Week. These events include a trivia night held at Barney’s Beanery and a pickleball tournament featuring the band themselves. While RSVPs for the trivia night have already closed, fans can still sign up for the other activities, promising more surprise moments during the week.

Ticket sales for The Gathering will begin with presales available to Citi, Verizon, Mastercard, and American Express cardholders, as well as members of the Weezer fan club. These presales will start on Tuesday at 10 a.m. local time, with additional presale opportunities unfolding throughout the week. General ticket sales will open on April 3 at 10 a.m. local time via Weezer’s official website, Weezer.com.

Adding to the excitement, Weezer will release a new track titled "Shine Again" on the Wednesday following the tour announcement. This song comes from their upcoming 16th studio album, which remains untitled at this time. It will mark the band’s first release in five years and their debut under the new label partnership with Reprise/Warner Records, following their 2021 album Van Weezer.

Below is the complete itinerary for The Gathering tour, showcasing the extensive list of cities and venues where fans can catch the band and their special guests:

Sept. 8 - Sacramento, CA - Golden 1 Center
Sept. 9 - San Francisco, CA - Chase Center
Sept. 11 - Portland, OR - Moda Center
Sept. 12 - Vancouver, BC - Rogers Arena
Sept. 13 - Seattle, WA - Climate Pledge Arena
Sept. 15 - West Valley City, UT - Maverik Center
Sept. 16 - Denver, CO - Ball Arena
Sept. 20 - Saint Paul, MN - Grand Casino Arena
Sept. 22 - Chicago, IL - United Center
Sept. 23 - Detroit, MI - Little Caesars Arena
Sept. 25 - Toronto, ON - Scotiabank Arena
Sept. 26 - Laval, QC - Place Bell
Sept. 27 - Boston, MA - TD Garden
Sept. 29 - Philadelphia, PA - Xfinity Mobile Arena
Sept. 30 - Brooklyn, NY - Barclays Center
Oct. 2 - Washington, DC - Capital One Arena
Oct. 3 - Charlotte, NC - Spectrum Center
Oct. 4 - Raleigh, NC - Lenovo Center
Oct. 6 - Columbus, OH - Nationwide Arena
Oct. 7 - Milwaukee, WI - Fiserv Forum
Oct. 9 - Nashville, TN - Bridgestone Arena
Oct. 10 - Atlanta, GA - State Farm Arena
Oct. 11 - Orlando, FL - Kia Center
Oct. 13 - Sunrise, FL - Amerant Bank Arena
Oct. 14 - Tampa, FL - Benchmark International Arena
Oct. 16 - Houston, TX - Toyota Center
Oct. 17 - Dallas, TX - American Airlines Center
Oct. 18 - Austin, TX - Moody Center ATX
Oct. 20 - Phoenix, AZ - Mortgage Matchup Center
Oct. 21 - San Diego, CA - Viejas Arena
Oct. 23 - Las Vegas, NV - T-Mobile Arena
Oct. 24 - Los Angeles, CA - Crypto.com Arena

With this extensive itinerary, Weezer and their touring partners promise fans a memorable experience as they traverse North America. The inclusion of both The Shins and Silversun Pickups adds a unique blend of indie and alternative rock elements, enhancing the overall appeal of the tour.

The upcoming release of "Shine Again" and the new album also signal a significant chapter in Weezer's career, marking a fresh start with a new label and new material after several years. Fans will undoubtedly be eager to hear the latest music live during The Gathering.

Stay tuned to Weezer’s official channels for further updates on ticket availability and special events tied to the tour as the 2026 dates approach.