AC/DC return in 2026 with a thunderous stadium trek that channels the raw, riff-driven power that made the Australian legends synonymous with hard rock. Built on Angus Young’s searing guitar lines, four-on-the-floor grooves, and shout-along choruses, their sound is lean, loud, and irresistibly visceral. Generations know the band for timeless anthems such as Highway to Hell, Back in Black, and Thunderstruck, and for live shows that turn volume, spectacle, and crowd energy into a single, high-voltage rush.
While no official tour title has been publicly stated, the concept is unmistakable: a career-spanning celebration delivered with full-scale production. Expect colossal video walls, precision lighting, chest-pounding low end, and signature set pieces—the bell for Hell’s Bells and the cannons for For Those About to Rock. To simplify planning for international fans, all Ac/Dc tickets prices on our site are displayed in USD with transparent conversion at checkout.
The run opens Tuesday 24 February at Morumbi Stadium, São Paulo, Brazil, followed by São Paulo returns on Saturday 28 February and Wednesday 4 March. Chile follows at Santiago’s National Stadium Sports Park on Wednesday 11 and Sunday 15 March. Argentina hosts three nights at Buenos Aires’ El Monumental on Monday 23, Friday 27, and Tuesday 31 March (7:00 PM on 31 March). Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros adds three 9:00 PM Ac/Dc shows on Tuesday 7, Saturday 11, and Wednesday 15 April.
A North American summer leg then sweeps through major markets. In the United States: Charlotte (Bank of America Stadium, Sat 11 July, 7:30 PM), San Antonio (Alamodome, Mon 14 July, TBA, and Fri 24 July, 7:00 PM), Columbus (Ohio Stadium, Wed 15 July, 7:00 PM), Madison (Camp Randall, Sun 19 July, 7:00 PM), Denver (Tue 28 July), Las Vegas (Allegiant, Sat 1 August, 7:00 PM), Santa Clara (Levi’s Stadium, Wed 5 August, 7:00 PM), Atlanta (Thu 27 August), Houston (Mon 31 August), Notre Dame (Fri 4 September, 7:30 PM), St Louis (Tue 8 September, 7:00 PM), East Rutherford (Fri 25 September), and Philadelphia (Tue 29 September, 7:00 PM). Canada features Edmonton (Sun 9 August, 7:00 PM), Vancouver (Thu 13 August, 7:00 PM), Montreal (Sat 12 September, 7:00 PM), and Toronto (Wed 16 September, 7:00 PM).
This tour is notable for its scale, multi-night stands, and production built for panoramic sightlines in open-air venues and domes. Now visit our website to choose your city, see availability, and check out securely— Secure your Ac/Dc concert tickets before they’re gone!
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Why Fans Love AC/DC Live
From the first downbeat, Ac/Dc concerts feel like a controlled lightning storm: raw emotion, ironclad groove, and showmanship that never lapses. Angus Young’s schoolboy strut and duckwalk channel mischievous energy into virtuoso, blues-soaked leads, while Brian Johnson’s sandpaper howl rides colossal riffs with heroic stamina. The band’s precision—tight kicks, locked basslines, and unshakeable tempo—creates a wall of sound that is as physical as it is musical, turning arenas into mass singalongs. Visuals amplify the charge: crackling strobes, a glowing lightning-bolt motif, pyrotechnic bursts on key hits, and a stage framed like an oversized backline that makes every seat feel close to the amps.
Signature elements are part of the mythology. The iron bell tolling for Hells Bells, the salute of roaring cannons during For Those About to Rock (We Salute You), and the giant inflatable “Rosie” for Whole Lotta Rosie are ritual moments fans wait for all night. Angus often sprints the catwalk, drops to the floor for spinning solos, and conducts the crowd with stop-start riffs, while call-and-response erupts on Thunderstruck and the shout-along chorus of T.N.T. Guest cameos are rare because AC/DC’s ethos is self-contained power; the band themselves are the spectacle.
Their setlists balance evolution with expectation. Core staples—Back in Black, Highway to Hell, Thunderstruck, You Shook Me All Night Long—anchor the narrative, while newer cuts from recent Ac/Dc album slot in early to set pace without displacing classics. Transitions are engineered for momentum: bluesy breakdowns in The Jack cool the temperature before another voltage spike, and extended codas turn simple riffs into communal rituals. The result is a show that feels fresh but unmistakably AC/DC.
Decades of roadcraft back this reputation. From the high-voltage club years to historic milestones like 1991’s Live at Donington, the globe-spanning Black Ice World Tour, and the triumphant return at 2023’s Power Trip, they’ve proven consistency through change, even adapting during lineup challenges. Fans love AC/DC live because the promise is simple and always kept: maximum volume, maximum heart, zero pretence—and a finale that leaves ears ringing and spirits lifted.
About AC/DC
Short biography
Formed in Sydney, Australia, in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, AC/DC fused the bite of 1950s rock ’n’ roll with amplified blues to forge a lean, hard‑hitting sound. After an early stint with singer Dave Evans, the band found its swagger when Bon Scott joined in 1974, bringing a rasping voice, cheeky humour, and a lyric sense. Relentless gigging across Australia yielded a loyal following and albums like High Voltage and T.N.T. In 1980, Scott’s sudden death could have ended the story, but the group recruited Brian Johnson, channelled grief into creativity, and cut Back in Black, a thunderous tribute that became one of the best‑selling albums in history.
Career milestones
From the stomping anthem Highway to Hell (1979) to the juggernaut Back in Black (1980), AC/DC’s ascent was powered by punchy riffs and no‑nonsense hooks. The 1990s delivered The Razors Edge and the stadium sing‑along Thunderstruck. After Malcolm Young’s retirement due to illness, nephew Stevie Young took up rhythm guitar. Black Ice (2008) and Rock or Bust (2014) topped charts worldwide, while Power Up (2020) reunited the spirit and debuted at No. 1 in more than 20 countries. Their 2023 return to the stage at Power Trip set up the Power Up Tour.
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Genres and themes
AC/DC are a hard rock and blues‑rock band whose sound blends overdriven guitar, four‑on‑the‑floor drums, and shout‑along choruses. Lyrics favour rebellion, mischief, innuendo, perseverance, and the cathartic power of loud music.
Current or returning line‑up
Key figures include Angus Young (lead guitar) and Brian Johnson (vocals), with Stevie Young (rhythm guitar). Recent touring has featured Matt Laug (drums) and Chris Chaney (bass), continuing the legacy begun by founders Malcolm and Angus Young, with classic members Cliff Williams (bass) and Phil Rudd.
Awards and recognition
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2003) and the ARIA Hall of Fame (1988), AC/DC have sold over 200 million records globally. Back in Black is among the best‑selling albums ever. The band earned a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance (2010) and multiple multi‑platinum certifications.
Why the fan base is so loyal
Consistency, high‑voltage shows, and songs built on timeless grooves make AC/DC a reliable rush, uniting generations who crave honest, riff‑driven rock. Fans value the band’s humility, humour, and steadfast respect for their roots worldwide.
Ac/Dc Tour Dates and Cities 2026
AC/DC’s 2026 itinerary brings a high-voltage sweep across South America, Mexico, the United States, and Canada, with a heavy focus on outdoor stadiums and dome venues built for rock-scale production. The run opens in São Paulo before moving through Santiago and Buenos Aires, jumps to Mexico City, and then powers across North America from mid-July through late September. Below are the confirmed Ac/Dc tour dates, cities, countries, venues, and local dates; start times are published where available, with several listings marked TBA pending final coordination.
Confirmed cities and countries
Confirmed cities and countries include São Paulo, Brazil; Santiago, Chile; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Mexico City, Mexico; Charlotte, United States; San Antonio, United States; Columbus, United States; Madison, United States; Denver, United States; Las Vegas, United States; Santa Clara, United States; Edmonton, Canada; Vancouver, Canada; Atlanta, United States; Houston, United States; Notre Dame, United States; St Louis, United States; Montreal, Canada; Toronto, Canada; East Rutherford, United States; and Philadelphia, United States.
Key venues aligned to those cities are Morumbi Stadium; National Stadium Sports Park; El Monumental Stadium (River Plate Stadium); Estadio GNP Seguros Mexico City, formerly Foro Sol; Bank of America Stadium; Alamodome; Ohio Stadium; Camp Randall Stadium; Empower Field at Mile High; Allegiant Stadium; Levi’s Stadium; Commonwealth Stadium; BC Place Stadium; Mercedes-Benz Stadium; NRG Stadium at NRG Park; Notre Dame Stadium; The Dome at America’s Center; Parc Jean-Drapeau; Rogers Stadium Toronto; MetLife Stadium; and Lincoln Financial Field.
Local dates run from Tue, Feb 24 to Tue, Sep 29, 2026, with several times noted as TBA and others set for 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM, or 9:00 PM local.
Iconic venues and special appearances
This schedule leans into landmark arenas, including River Plate’s El Monumental in Buenos Aires, São Paulo’s Morumbi, Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros, the retractable roof at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Las Vegas’s ultramodern Allegiant Stadium, Santa Clara’s Levi’s Stadium, Ohio Stadium in Columbus, and major Canadian stages such as Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton and BC Place in Vancouver. At present, no music festival billing has been announced; all listed dates are headline stadium shows with AC/DC’s full-scale production and extended setlists.
International tour segments
The tour divides into two arcs. The first covers South America and Mexico from late February through mid April, moving Brazil to Chile to Argentina before landing in Mexico City. After a short reset, the North American leg spans mid July through late September across the United States and Canada, routing through NFL stadiums, college fields, and domes. No 2026 European or Australian dates are confirmed; if added later, official announcements will follow, and all ticket prices will be presented in USD for clarity.
Where times appear as TBA, local curfew rules and production logistics are still being finalised. Fans should watch official channels for on-sale details and seat maps; when pricing is released, all ticket amounts will be displayed in USD for easy comparison across markets, regardless of local currency, fees, or dynamic pricing policies, and taxes where applicable, at checkout.
Discography Highlights – What Ac/Dc Songs to Expect Live
AC/DC’s live set is a victory lap through the pillars of their catalogue, built for massive stadiums and delivered with unwavering volume, tempo, and bite. Expect a career‑spanning selection that balances radio staples, road‑tested crowd shouters, and a few recent cuts that keep the show fresh without derailing momentum.
The backbone comes from Highway to Hell and Back in Black, the albums that supplied anthems generations know. From Back in Black, you can bank on the title track, Hells Bells, Shoot to Thrill, and You Shook Me All Night Long, each given full arena treatment with big choruses and tight grooves. Highway to Hell usually yields the fiery closer or penultimate blast of Highway to Hell itself, plus the locomotive stomp of Girls Got Rhythm or Shot Down in Flames when the band wants punch.
Another cornerstone is The Razors Edge, whose opener Thunderstruck is a sing‑back moment and whose Moneytalks still lands with a swaggering hook. Classic Bon Scott‑era albums add grit: T.N.T. and High Voltage feed T.N.T., It’s a Long Way to the Top (rare these days), and the bar‑room strut of The Jack, while Let There Be Rock often stretches into Angus Young’s marathon solo. For Those About to Rock (We Salute You) almost always provides the cannon‑roaring finale, sealing the night with concussive spectacle.
Expect selections from Power Up to keep the modern edge: Shot in the Dark has proven its live worth, and Realize or Demon Fire can slot in early, sitting alongside stalwarts like If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It) and Have a Drink on Me. Recent shows have opened with If You Want Blood or Rock ’N’ Roll Train, then accelerated through Back in Black‑era hits before the Power Up burst.
AC/DC rarely do acoustic detours, mashups, or covers; the performance is full‑electric and straight ahead. Variations tend to be in dynamics and length: an extended Let There Be Rock workout, a ferocious mid‑set Whole Lotta Rosie with the famous inflatable, and the solemn tolling bell that ushers in Hells Bells. Deep‑cut slots rotate occasionally—Sin City, Riff Raff, or Down Payment Blues—depending on pacing and curfews.
While the band keeps unreleased material under wraps, fans should watch for incremental setlist tweaks as the tour moves from South American nights to North American stadiums. Whatever the order, the promise holds: towering riffs, ironclad grooves, huge choruses, and indestructible thrill of rock and roll.
Ticketing & VIP Information for Ac/Dc Tour 2026
AC/DC’s 2026 dates hit stadiums across South America, Mexico, the United States, and Canada, with dynamic pricing in several markets. As a guide, upper‑level seats often start around $75–$165 USD, lower‑bowl seats run $180–$300 USD, floor or general admission is typically $250–$450 USD, and premium club or sideline locations can reach $500–$900 USD before fees. Platinum or last‑minute releases may exceed $1,200 USD. Buy securely at face value or verified resale by going through the link on our website and choosing your city. ‘Secure your tickets before they’re gone!’ Final totals vary by local taxes and venue fees.
Presale order generally runs fan club, credit‑card or sponsor, venue, then general sale. Fan club members get earliest access and occasional perks such as exclusive merch or early entry; joining early maximises face‑value opportunities. Some cities will offer bundles with a commemorative ticket, digital album, or tour tee for an added $25–$60 USD. Save your presale code and payment method, sign in beforehand, and be online five to ten minutes before the window opens.
VIP options vary by city and date:
- Early Entry or GA Priority: $350–$650 USD, with priority pit access and check‑in.
- Premium Seat + Merch: $450–$900 USD, with a reserved lower‑bowl seat and exclusive tour items.
- Lounge Experience: $700–$1,400 USD, adding a pre‑show lounge and dedicated merch queue.
- Meet & Greet: if offered, $2,000–$3,000 USD, typically including a photo opportunity and signed item.
Fast movers include Las Vegas (Allegiant Stadium), Santa Clara (Levi’s Stadium), East Rutherford (MetLife Stadium), Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field), Mexico City (Estadio GNP Seguros), São Paulo (Morumbi), Buenos Aires (El Monumental), Vancouver (BC Place), Toronto (Rogers), and Montreal (Parc Jean‑Drapeau). In Santiago’s National Stadium Sports Park, floor or GA often goes first. Watch for late production‑hold releases.
Tips for the best seats:
- Create verified ticketing accounts and pre‑add your payment method.
- Use two devices, but only one tab per device to avoid queue conflicts.
- Target side‑stage lower rows or first elevated tiers for strong sightlines.
- Consider single seats or odd‑numbered groups to unlock held inventory.
- Check alternate dates or nearby cities with larger allotments.
- Refresh after sellout calls; inventory can recycle.
- Track official production holds 48–72 hours pre‑show.
- Confirm mobile transfer rules and delivery timelines.
- Avoid unverified resellers; stick to official platforms and verified resale.
Awards & Industry Recognition
AC/DC’s awards record underscores their stature as one of rock’s most durable groups. They have earned multiple Grammy nominations and won the Grammy for Best Hard Rock Performance in 2010 for War Machine. The band is enshrined in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in the UK Music Hall of Fame. At home, they have been honoured by Australia’s ARIA, including Hall of Fame recognition, cementing their status as a cornerstone of Australian music.
Industry metrics further validate that acclaim and longevity. Back in Black is RIAA Diamond in the United States and widely cited as one of the best‑selling albums in history, while Highway to Hell and other catalogue mainstays are multi‑platinum. On Billboard, the group has scored No. 1 albums across eras, with Black Ice and Power Up both debuting at the top of the Billboard 200 and reaching No. 1 in numerous countries. They have also been recognised by heritage outlets and reader polls, including Classic Rock’s Roll of Honour and recurring appearances on all‑time lists compiled by Rolling Stone, NME, and Guitar World.
Critical reception has evolved from early charges of simplicity to broad appreciation for musical precision, power, groove, and songwriting economy. Reviews routinely praise their live power, with tours consistently ranked among the highest‑grossing of their years and drawing multi‑generational audiences. Critics note the band’s unwavering identity—riff‑centric songs, blues roots, and anthemic choruses—executed at an elite level that rewards repeat listening.
Peer and audience esteem complete the picture. Musicians from Metallica and Guns N’ Roses to Foo Fighters have publicly cited AC/DC as formative influences, while countless cover versions keep their repertoire current. Streaming figures in the billions, radio longevity, and sold‑out stadiums show that the band’s credibility is not only institutional but lived, renewed by each new listener and tour cycle.
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FAQ – Ac/Dc 2026 Tour
Q: How much are tickets for Ac/Dc?
A: Ticket prices vary by city, demand, and seat location, but typical face-value ranges are about $75–$120 for upper levels, $130–$220 for lower-bowl sides, and $250–$350 for premium floor or front-of-stage seats, all listed in USD. Dynamic pricing and fees can push hot-market se