Foo Fighters Announce One-Off Connecticut Show

Band to play Bridgeport concert ahead of new album release and festival dates.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 11:00pm

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Legendary rock band Foo Fighters have announced a one-off concert taking place on April 28 in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The show comes just ahead of the release of their new album "Your Favorite Toy" on April 24 and their upcoming festival appearances at Welcome to Rockville and BottleRock Napa in May.

Why it matters

Foo Fighters are one of the most popular and influential rock acts of the past three decades, so any new music or live performances from the band generate significant interest and excitement among their devoted fanbase. This Connecticut show provides an intimate, one-time opportunity for fans to see the Foos before their larger festival and stadium tour dates later in the year.

The details

Presale tickets for the Bridgeport show will begin on Tuesday, March 19 at 10 a.m. ET, with tickets going on sale to the general public on Friday, March 22 at 10 a.m. ET. The concert takes place just after the release of the band's 11th studio album "Your Favorite Toy," which includes the singles "Asking for a Friend" and the title track. The Foos will then head to the Welcome to Rockville and BottleRock Napa festivals in May before launching a North American stadium tour in August.

  • The Foo Fighters' new album "Your Favorite Toy" will be released on April 24, 2026.
  • The Bridgeport, Connecticut concert is scheduled for April 28, 2026.
  • Presale tickets for the Bridgeport show will begin on Tuesday, March 19, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET.
  • Tickets for the Bridgeport show will go on sale to the general public on Friday, March 22, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET.

The players

Foo Fighters

A legendary American rock band formed in 1994 by former Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl.

Dave Grohl

The founder, lead singer, guitarist, and primary songwriter of the Foo Fighters.

Pat Smear

The Foo Fighters' longtime guitarist who missed the band's 2026 shows so far due to an injury.

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What’s next

The Foo Fighters will then play the Welcome to Rockville and BottleRock Napa festivals in May 2026, followed by a North American stadium tour launching in August 2026.

The takeaway

The Foo Fighters' one-off concert in Bridgeport, Connecticut provides an intimate opportunity for fans to see the iconic rock band perform ahead of the release of their new album and their larger festival and stadium tour dates later in the year.