Killswitch Engage Announces Additional North American Tour Dates

The metal band will hit the road in August and September with supporting acts Machine Head, Malevolence, Rivers of Nihil, and Judiciary.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 9:00pm

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Killswitch Engage has announced an additional run of North American tour dates in support of their latest album, This Consequence. The new shows will kick off in August with a tour of Canada, followed by a batch of U.S. headlining dates spanning from September 19 in Cleveland to September 29 in Tacoma, Washington.

Why it matters

Killswitch Engage is one of the most influential metalcore bands of the 2000s, known for their blend of heavy riffs, melodic vocals, and socially conscious lyrics. This new tour will give fans across North America a chance to experience the band's intense live show in support of their latest critically acclaimed album.

The details

The Canada tour will feature Machine Head and Malevolence as supporting acts, while the U.S. shows will see Machine Head, Rivers of Nihil, and Judiciary providing support. Killswitch Engage frontman Jesse Leach expressed excitement about the upcoming tour, promising 'a unique and crushing experience' for attendees.

  • The new tour dates will kick off in August with shows across Canada.
  • The U.S. leg of the tour will run from September 19 to September 29.

The players

Killswitch Engage

An American metalcore band formed in 1999 and known for their blend of heavy riffs, melodic vocals, and socially conscious lyrics.

Jesse Leach

The frontman of Killswitch Engage, known for his powerful vocals and lyrical themes addressing social and political issues.

Machine Head

An American heavy metal band that will be supporting Killswitch Engage on the Canadian leg of the tour.

Malevolence

A British metalcore band that will be supporting Killswitch Engage on the Canadian leg of the tour.

Rivers of Nihil

An American progressive death metal band that will be supporting Killswitch Engage on the U.S. leg of the tour.

Judiciary

An American hardcore punk band that will be supporting Killswitch Engage on the U.S. leg of the tour.

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What they’re saying

“We are all beyond excited to get back on the road in support of our latest album This Consequence. This upcoming run will see us bringing two distinct and devastating lineups across Canada and a small run around the United States. Each lineup is built to deliver a unique and crushing experience.”

— Jesse Leach, Frontman, Killswitch Engage

What’s next

Presales for the new tour dates will begin on Tuesday, with tickets going on sale to the general public on Friday at 10 a.m. local time. Fans can find the full list of tour dates and ticket information on the Killswitch Engage website.

The takeaway

Killswitch Engage's upcoming North American tour will give metalcore fans across the continent a chance to experience the band's signature sound and intense live performance in support of their latest acclaimed album. The diverse lineups of supporting acts promise a dynamic and unforgettable concert experience for attendees.