Killswitch Engage Announces 2026 U.S. Headlining Tour

Machine Head, Iron Reagan, and Havok to join as support acts

Apr. 9, 2026 at 12:40pm by Ben Kaplan

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An extreme close-up photograph of heavily textured, shredded black leather, reflecting dramatic studio lighting to create a high-contrast, gritty, and industrial aesthetic that evokes the raw power of heavy metal music.The raw, visceral energy of Killswitch Engage's metalcore sound is captured in the band's upcoming tour, which features a stacked lineup of heavy hitters.San Francisco Today

Killswitch Engage is set to embark on a monthlong U.S. headlining tour starting June 3 in Detroit and wrapping up on June 27 in San Francisco. The tour will support the band's latest album 'This Consequence,' which produced the Top 5 rock single 'I Believe.' Joining Killswitch Engage on the bill are support acts Machine Head, Iron Reagan, and Havok.

Why it matters

Killswitch Engage is one of the most influential metalcore bands of the 2000s, and this tour marks their first major domestic run since last year's 'Summer of Loud' outing. The lineup of support acts promises an electrifying and powerful show for fans of heavy music.

The details

The tour will hit major cities across the U.S. including Minneapolis, Brooklyn, Boston, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. In addition to the headlining shows, Killswitch Engage will also appear at the Milwaukee Metal Fest and the Washington, D.C. edition of Vans Warped Tour.

  • The tour begins on June 3, 2026 in Detroit.
  • The tour wraps up on June 27, 2026 in San Francisco.

The players

Killswitch Engage

An American metalcore band formed in 1999 and known for their influential sound and impact on the genre.

Machine Head

An American heavy metal band formed in 1991 and known for their powerful and aggressive sound.

Iron Reagan

An American crossover thrash metal band formed in 2011 and known for their high-energy live performances.

Havok

An American thrash metal band formed in 2004 and known for their technical and fast-paced style.

Jesse Leach

The frontman of Killswitch Engage, known for his powerful vocals and lyrical themes.

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What they’re saying

“I'm extremely excited to get back out on the road supporting our newest album This Consequence! We are hitting major cities and bringing along with us an absolutely killer lineup with the legendary Robb Flynn and Machine Head, thrash masters Iron Reagan, and rounded out by the mighty Havok. This is a stacked and powerful crew of bands that will electrify and dominate wherever we roll up to… so LET'S GO!!!!!”

— Jesse Leach, Frontman, Killswitch Engage

What’s next

Tickets for the tour will be available through Ticketmaster, and additional information can be found on the band's website.

The takeaway

This tour promises to be a must-see event for fans of heavy music, with Killswitch Engage headlining a stacked lineup of some of the most respected names in the metalcore and thrash metal genres.