Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Announce Spring 2026 Tour

The Boss and his band will hit the road for a 20-date 'Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour'.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band have announced a 20-date spring 2026 tour called the 'Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour.' The tour will kick off on March 31 in Minneapolis and wrap up on May 27 with an outdoor show in Washington, D.C. Springsteen says the tour is in 'celebration and in defense of America' during 'dark, disturbing and dangerous times.'

Why it matters

Springsteen is one of the most iconic American rock artists, and his tours are highly anticipated events that often reflect the political and social climate of the times. This tour announcement comes as Springsteen has released a new protest song 'Streets of Minneapolis' in response to recent events in the city, indicating the tour may feature politically-charged performances.

The details

The 20-date tour will see Springsteen and The E Street Band performing in arenas across the country, including stops in New York, Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, and more. Springsteen says the tour is 'in celebration and in defense of America' and that 'everyone, regardless of where you stand or what you believe in, is welcome' to attend.

  • The tour will launch on March 31, 2026 at the Target Center in Minneapolis.
  • The tour will wrap up on May 27, 2026 with an outdoor show at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.

The players

Bruce Springsteen

An American singer-songwriter who is one of the most influential rock artists of all time, known for his socially conscious lyrics and energetic live performances with his longtime backing band, The E Street Band.

The E Street Band

Springsteen's longtime backing band, consisting of musicians who have performed with him for decades and are integral to his signature sound.

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What they’re saying

“We are living through dark, disturbing and dangerous times, but do not despair — the cavalry is coming! Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will be taking the stage this spring from Minneapolis to California to Texas to Washington, D.C. for the Land of Hope And Dreams American Tour.”

— Bruce Springsteen (Social media)

“Everyone, regardless of where you stand or what you believe in, is welcome — so come on out and join the United Free Republic of E Street Nation for an American spring of Rock 'n' Rebellion! I'll see you there!”

— Bruce Springsteen (Social media)

What’s next

Tickets for the 'Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour' will go on sale to the general public on February 25, 2026 through Springsteen.net.

The takeaway

Springsteen's announcement of this politically-charged tour during a turbulent time in America underscores his role as a voice for the working class and a champion of progressive values. Fans can expect the tour to feature both classic Springsteen anthems as well as new protest songs reflecting the current social and political climate.