Breaking Benjamin Announces Upstate NY Tour Stop

Rock band to perform at Darien Lake Amphitheater in September with special guests Chevelle, Starset and Kami Kehoe.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Multi-platinum rock band Breaking Benjamin will bring their 2026 North American tour to Western New York this fall, with a scheduled performance on September 10 at the Darien Lake Amphitheater near Buffalo. The show is part of a month-long run that begins September 2 in New Jersey and continues through late October, with additional New York dates including a September 5 performance in Wantagh.

Why it matters

Breaking Benjamin has a strong following in Upstate New York, having previously performed at Darien Lake in 2025. The band's return to the region is expected to draw a large crowd of fans eager to see them perform hits from their extensive catalog, including songs from their latest album 'Awaken'.

The details

Tickets for the Darien Lake show will first be available through a Citi cardmember presale starting February 18, followed by an artist presale. General ticket sales open on February 20 through Ticketmaster and various secondary marketplaces. Fans can also find discounted tickets through select promo codes.

  • The Breaking Benjamin tour begins on September 2 in New Jersey.
  • The Darien Lake show is scheduled for September 10.
  • An additional New York date is set for September 5 in Wantagh.

The players

Breaking Benjamin

A multi-platinum rock band founded by lead vocalist and guitarist Benjamin Burnley. The group has released several successful albums, including 'Saturate', 'We Are Not Alone', 'Phobia' and 'Dear Agony'.

Chevelle

An American rock band that will join Breaking Benjamin as a special guest on most tour stops.

Starset

An American rock band that will also join Breaking Benjamin as a special guest on most tour stops.

Kami Kehoe

A musician who will perform as a special guest with Breaking Benjamin on the tour.

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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

Tickets for the Darien Lake show will go on sale to the general public on February 20.

The takeaway

Breaking Benjamin's return to Upstate New York is an exciting opportunity for local fans to see the band perform live, accompanied by a strong supporting lineup of rock acts. The tour's stop at the Darien Lake Amphitheater is expected to be a highlight of the regional concert calendar this fall.