Santana and Doobie Brothers Reunite for Bay Area Tour

Two classic rock acts with deep roots in the Bay Area are teaming up for a summer concert at Shoreline Amphitheatre.

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Legendary rock bands Santana and the Doobie Brothers are joining forces for a special joint tour this summer, with a stop scheduled at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California on August 9. The two acts, both hailing from the Bay Area, have collaborated on tours in the past, most recently in 2019 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Santana's Grammy-winning album 'Supernatural'.

Why it matters

The reunion of these two iconic Bay Area bands is sure to excite local music fans, who will have a rare opportunity to see the groups perform together live. The tour also marks a comeback for Santana frontman Carlos Santana, who had to briefly pause his 'Oneness' tour in 2025 due to health issues.

The details

The Santana and Doobie Brothers tour will kick off on June 13 in Illinois and make its way across the country before arriving in California. After the Mountain View show on August 9, the tour will continue down to Southern California and Texas before wrapping up on August 27 in Minnesota. Presale tickets for Citi cardholders are available now, with general ticket sales starting on February 20.

  • The tour will kick off on June 13 in Tinley Park, Illinois.
  • Santana and the Doobie Brothers will perform at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California on August 9.
  • The tour is scheduled to wrap up on August 27 in Shakopee, Minnesota.

The players

Santana

A legendary rock band formed in San Francisco in the late 1960s, known for their fusion of rock and salsa music. The band is led by guitarist Carlos Santana.

The Doobie Brothers

A classic rock band that formed in San Jose in the early 1970s, known for hits like "It Keeps You Runnin'", "What a Fool Believes", and "Minute by Minute".

Carlos Santana

The legendary San Francisco guitarist and frontman of the band Santana, who rose to fame in the late 1960s.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Presale tickets for Citi credit card holders are available now, with general ticket sales beginning on February 20. Various VIP packages featuring premium tickets, exclusive merchandise and more will also be available.

The takeaway

The reunion of these two iconic Bay Area bands is sure to be a must-see event for local music fans, offering a rare opportunity to experience the groups' signature sounds and energetic live performances together on stage.