The Beach Boys Announce 60th Anniversary 'Pet Sounds' Tour

The iconic band adds new dates to celebrate their landmark 1966 album.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Beach Boys have expanded their 2026 tour schedule to celebrate the 60th anniversary of their acclaimed 1966 album 'Pet Sounds'. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band, led by founding member Mike Love, will perform the album in its entirety along with other classic hits at new stops in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest regions of the U.S. and Canada.

Why it matters

The Beach Boys' 'Pet Sounds' is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential albums in rock history, cementing the band's legacy as innovative musical pioneers. This tour will give fans a rare opportunity to experience the album live six decades after its release.

The details

The newly added tour dates include shows in Atlantic City, Medford, Quakertown, Temecula, Baltimore, Thackerville, Lancaster, and Niagara Falls. Tickets for the new shows will go on presale Thursday and general sale Friday. 'Pet Sounds', released in May 1966, featured classic Beach Boys songs like 'Wouldn't It Be Nice', 'God Only Knows', and 'Sloop John B'.

  • The Beach Boys' 2026 tour kicks off on March 22 in Orlando, Florida.
  • The ticket presale for the new tour dates begins on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10 a.m. local time.
  • Tickets for the new tour dates go on sale to the general public on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10 a.m. local time.

The players

The Beach Boys

A Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band known for their innovative and influential music, including their landmark 1966 album 'Pet Sounds'.

Mike Love

A founding member of The Beach Boys who continues to tour with the band.

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What’s next

Fans can purchase tickets for the new 'Pet Sounds' 60th anniversary tour dates starting this Thursday, February 26th, through the band's website at TheBeachBoys.com.

The takeaway

The Beach Boys' upcoming tour celebrating the 60th anniversary of their landmark album 'Pet Sounds' will give longtime fans and new listeners alike a rare chance to experience the group's timeless music live on stage. This tour solidifies the band's enduring legacy as one of the most innovative and influential acts in rock history.