Godsmack Announces 'Rise Of Rock' World Tour 2026 with Stone Temple Pilots

The veteran rock bands will hit the road together for a sweeping North American trek.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Godsmack has unveiled plans for the North American leg of their 'Rise of Rock World Tour' in 2026, featuring support from fellow rock veterans Stone Temple Pilots. The extensive tour will visit major markets across the U.S. and Canada from May through September, with Dorothy also joining as a special guest.

Why it matters

Godsmack and Stone Temple Pilots remain two of the most popular and influential hard rock acts, with devoted fan bases eager to see them perform their classic hits live. The joint tour will provide a must-see concert experience for fans of the genre.

The details

The tour will feature Godsmack frontman Sully Erna and bassist Robbie Merrill, along with touring musicians on guitar and drums, as they revisit staples like 'Alive' and 'Voodoo'. Before the headline run, Godsmack will also appear at major rock festivals like Welcome to Rockville and MMRBQ in May.

  • The tour officially launches on May 10 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia.
  • The final dates are scheduled for late September, including a stop at the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater in Nampa, Idaho, on September 26.

The players

Godsmack

An American rock band formed in Lawrence, Massachusetts in 1995, known for hits like 'Voodoo' and 'Alive'.

Stone Temple Pilots

An American rock band formed in San Diego, California in 1989, known for songs such as 'Plush' and 'Interstate Love Song'.

Dorothy

An American rock band that will join Godsmack and Stone Temple Pilots as a special guest on the tour.

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What’s next

Tickets for the 'Rise Of Rock' World Tour 2026 will go on sale to the general public on March 3.

The takeaway

This joint tour between two of hard rock's most iconic acts will provide a must-see concert experience for fans, as Godsmack and Stone Temple Pilots come together to perform their classic hits live across North America.