Multi-platinum rock band The Fray has just announced their Summer of Light Tour 2026, a massive North American run supporting their first full-length album in over a decade, A Light That Waits (set for release March 13, 2026). The tour features Dashboard Confessional as the primary special guest on many dates, with additional support from Colony House, The Strumbellas, and Brother Elsey on select shows.
This exciting announcement (dropped January 26, 2026) revives the emo/pop-rock energy of the mid-2000s, pairing The Fray’s timeless hits like “How to Save a Life,” “Over My Head (Cable Car),” “You Found Me,” and “Look After You” with Dashboard Confessional’s heartfelt anthems such as “Hands Down,” “Vindicated,” and “Screaming Infidelities.” Expect nostalgic sing-alongs, emotional performances, and fresh tracks from the new album in a summer amphitheater vibe perfect for fans of both bands.
Key Tour Details
- Tour Name: Summer of Light Tour 2026
- Headliner: The Fray
- Main Special Guest: Dashboard Confessional (on most U.S. dates starting July)
- Additional Guests: Colony House, The Strumbellas, Brother Elsey (select dates)
- Tour Kickoff: May 11, 2026 (Moncton, NB @ Casino New Brunswick)
- U.S. Leg Focus: Primarily July–August 2026, with Canadian dates in spring/early summer
- Presale: Artist presale began January 28, 2026 (check thefray.com for codes); additional presales (Live Nation, venue) followed
- Public On-Sale: Friday, January 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time via Ticketmaster, Live Nation, AXS, and venue box offices
- New Album: A Light That Waits – out March 13, 2026 (pre-save now!)
The tour spans theaters, amphitheaters, and outdoor venues across Canada and the U.S., wrapping up on August 29, 2026, in Chicago, IL.
Sample Tour Dates (Partial List – Full Schedule & Updates at thefray.com or Ticketmaster)
- May 11, 2026 – Moncton, NB @ Casino New Brunswick (Brother Elsey)
- May 13, 2026 – Montreal, QC @ MTELUS (Brother Elsey)
- May 15, 2026 – London, ON @ Centennial Hall (Brother Elsey)
- May 19, 2026 – Winnipeg, MB @ Centennial Concert Hall (The Strumbellas)
- July 10, 2026 – Indianapolis, IN (start of major U.S. leg with Dashboard Confessional)
- July 24, 2026 – Inglewood, CA @ YouTube Theater
- August 7, 2026 – Charlotte, NC @ Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre (Dashboard Confessional & Colony House)
- August 8, 2026 – St. Augustine, FL @ St. Augustine Amphitheatre (Dashboard Confessional & Colony House)
- August 10, 2026 – Selbyville, DE @ Freeman Arts Pavilion (Dashboard Confessional)
- August 14, 2026 – Columbia, MD @ Merriweather Post Pavilion (Dashboard Confessional & Colony House)
- August 22, 2026 – Wantagh, NY @ Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater (Dashboard Confessional)
- August 28, 2026 – Sterling Heights, MI @ Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre (Dashboard Confessional & Colony House)
- August 29, 2026 – Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island (Dashboard Confessional)
For the complete lineup of dates, guest details per show, and ticket availability, head to thefray.com/tour or search on Ticketmaster/Live Nation.
Affordable Tickets Available Now at CapitalCityTickets.com
Catch The Fray and Dashboard Confessional live this summer without breaking the bank! While primary tickets are on sale through official channels, CapitalCityTickets.com has you covered with affordable options for the Summer of Light Tour 2026.
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Search for The Fray 2026 tour dates in your city right now at CapitalCityTickets.com to lock in affordable tickets before prices climb or shows sell out. Whether you’re craving front-row energy for Dashboard Confessional’s acoustic-emotive sets or The Fray’s piano-driven anthems, budget-friendly seats are waiting!
Follow @TheFray and @Dashboard on social media for album drops, tour updates, and more. Don’t wait—grab your tickets today and get ready for a summer full of light and nostalgia! 🎸✨
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