Indie rock pioneers The Afghan Whigs are marking a major milestone: 40 years since their formation in 1986! To celebrate, the band—led by charismatic frontman Greg Dulli—has announced a special 20-date North American headline tour in spring 2026, with fellow alt-rock legends Mercury Rev serving as support on every show.
“40 years later, I still get to do the thing I love the most. Writing songs and performing them with my friends. I truly have to pinch myself,” said Greg Dulli in the announcement.
This intimate run kicks off on April 25, 2026, at the historic Bearsville Theater in Woodstock, NY—the perfect opener for a band with deep roots in raw, soulful rock. The tour winds through key cities including Boston, Washington DC, New York, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Milwaukee, Chicago, Minneapolis, Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and more, before closing out on May 24, 2026, at Pappy & Harriet’s in Pioneertown, CA.
Expect sets packed with classics from their influential catalog: brooding anthems like “Debonair”, “Gentlemen”, “Going to Town”, “66”, and deep cuts from albums like Black Love, 1965, and their 2014 reunion Do to the Beast and 2022’s How Do You Burn?. With Mercury Rev opening (known for their dreamy, orchestral sound on records like Deserter’s Songs), this promises unforgettable nights of emotional intensity and sonic beauty.
Full The Afghan Whigs 40th Anniversary Tour 2026 Dates with Mercury Rev
- April 25 – Woodstock, NY @ Bearsville Theater
- April 27 – Boston, MA @ Royale
- April 28 – Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
- April 30 – New York, NY @ Webster Hall
- May 1 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
- May 2 – Cincinnati, OH @ Bogart’s
- May 5 – Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theatre
- May 6 – Milwaukee, WI @ Turner Hall Ballroom
- May 8 – Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
- May 9 – Chicago, IL @ Metro
- May 10 – Chicago, IL @ Metro (second show)
- May 12 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
- May 15 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox
- May 16 – Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom
- May 17 – San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
- May 19 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Fonda Theatre
- May 20 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Fonda Theatre (second show)
- May 22 – San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
- May 23 – Pioneertown, CA @ Pappy & Harriet’s (TBA venue details)
- May 24 – Pioneertown, CA @ Pappy & Harriet’s
(Note: Some dates feature multiple shows in major markets like Chicago and LA for high demand. Check official sites for exact times and any updates.)
How to Get Tickets for The Afghan Whigs 40th Anniversary Tour 2026
Presales are live now! The artist presale started January 21, 2026, at 10 a.m. local time—use password Whigs40 on Ticketmaster or the band’s site for access.
General public tickets go on sale Friday, January 23, 2026, at 10 a.m. local time via theafghanwhigs.com/tour, Ticketmaster, and venue sites.
VIP packages are available on select dates, including premium seats, meet-and-greets, exclusive merch, and more—details at VIPNation or through official channels.
For the best selection—including GA, reserved seating, floor tickets, and often no-fee or discounted options—head to CapitalCityTickets.com right away! As a trusted secondary marketplace, CapitalCityTickets.com offers wide inventory for every stop, from the Woodstock opener to West Coast closers. Perfect for Raleigh-area fans eyeing the nearby Washington DC (April 28 at 9:30 Club) or Philadelphia (May 1 at Union Transfer) shows—secure seats early before prices climb!
This 40th anniversary tour is a rare chance to catch The Afghan Whigs in peak form, delivering their signature blend of soul, grunge, and heartbreak live. Don’t miss the celebration—grab your tickets today at CapitalCityTickets.com and relive the legacy!
For the latest updates, setlists, or to buy now, visit theafghanwhigs.com or follow the band on social media. See you on the road—40 years strong! 🎸
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