Rush Announces First European and UK Tour in 13 Years
Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson have officially announced the Fifty Something tour, marking Rush’s return to the UK and Europe for the first time in 13 years. This highly anticipated tour will take place in March 2027, featuring performances in major cities such as Glasgow, Manchester, and London.
Tour Details and Significance
The upcoming concerts will be Rush’s first in the UK since their 2014 Clockwork Angels tour. This tour is especially poignant as it follows the passing of drummer Neil Peart in 2020, a beloved member of the band. The trio, along with former Jeff Beck drummer Anika Nilles and keyboardist Loren Gold, plans to deliver an unforgettable experience.
Performance Schedule
The Fifty Something tour will cover various locations with the following schedule:
- Feb 19: Paris, FRA at La Défense Arena
- Feb 21: Berlin, GER at Uber Arena
- Feb 23: Amsterdam, NED at Ziggo Dome
- Feb 25: Munich, GER at Olympiahalle
- Feb 28: Cologne, GER at LANXESS Arena
- Mar 2: Hamburg, GER at Barclays Arena
- Mar 4: Stuttgart, GER at Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
- Mar 8: Glasgow, UK at OVO Hydro
- Mar 12: Manchester, UK at Co-op Live
- Mar 16-18: London, UK at O2 Arena
- Mar 27: Kraków, POL at Arena Kraków
- Mar 30: Milan, ITA at Unipol Dome
- Apr 1: Basel, SWI at St. Jakobshalle
- Apr 4: Copenhagen, DE at Royal Arena
- Apr 6: Oslo, NOR at Unity Arena
- Apr 8: Stockholm, SWE at Avicii Arena
- Apr 10: Helsinki, FIN at Veikkaus Arena
Ticket Sales and VIP Packages
Tickets for the tour will be available starting Friday, February 27, at 10 AM local time. Rush fan club members can access exclusive pre-sales beginning February 24 at 10 AM local time.
VIP packages will offer additional perks like Meet & Greet access, an autograph signing session, and exclusive merchandise gifts. Travel packages will include premium tickets, hotel accommodations, and various exclusive goodies for fans traveling to the shows.
Upcoming Releases
In addition to the tour, Rush has announced a Super Deluxe Edition of their 1984 album, *Grace Under Pressure*, slated for release on March 13. This edition features a new mix by producer Terry Brown and includes a video for the opening track, “Distant Early Warning.”
The Fifty Something tour marks a significant moment for Rush as they celebrate 50 years of music and honor the legacy of Neil Peart. Fans are encouraged to join in this celebration of an iconic band.
