Hold onto your soul because Train is about to take you on a cosmic journey back to 2001. Today, the multi-platinum rockers announced their massive summer 2026 headline tour, “Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere”, celebrating a quarter-century since their iconic, Grammy-winning smash hit redefined pop-rock anthems. And they’re not traveling alone: Canadian rock legends Barenaked Ladies and singer-songwriter powerhouse Matt Nathanson are hopping aboard for what promises to be a feel-good, sing-along spectacle across North America.
Frontman Pat Monahan couldn’t contain his excitement in an exclusive chat with USA TODAY, revealing not just the tour but a juicy tidbit about the song’s origins. “We wrote ‘Drops of Jupiter’ about my mom after she passed – it’s this wild mix of grief and hope, like telling the universe to tell her we love her,” Monahan shared. He also teased a fresh addition to the lineup: “We’re adding a new member to the band – more on that soon. This tour is gonna be a full-on atmosphere party!”
Kicking off on July 8 in sunny West Palm Beach, Florida, the tour will blaze through amphitheaters, pavilions, and casinos, wrapping up on August 24 at the storied Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Expect a setlist heavy on Train’s catalog – from “Hey, Soul Sister” and “Drive By” to deep cuts – with plenty of room for the guests to shine. Barenaked Ladies, fresh off their own milestone vibes, will bring their witty, harmony-drenched hits like “One Week” and “Pinch Me,” while Nathanson delivers raw, heartfelt tracks such as “Come On Get Higher.”
“It’s like a dream lineup,” said Barenaked Ladies’ Ed Robertson in a social media post. “Train’s energy plus Matt’s soul? North America’s getting the ultimate summer soundtrack.” Nathanson echoed the sentiment on Instagram: “Touring with these guys feels like home – can’t wait to share the stage and the stories.”
Here’s the full itinerary for this interstellar trek. Snag your spots before they vanish into the void!
| Date | City, State/Province | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 | West Palm Beach, FL | iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre |
| July 10, 2026 | Tampa, FL | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre |
| July 11, 2026 | Alpharetta, GA | Ameris Bank Amphitheatre |
| July 12, 2026 | Orange Beach, AL | The Wharf Amphitheater |
| July 14, 2026 | Charlotte, NC | PNC Music Pavilion |
| July 16, 2026 | Raleigh, NC | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek |
| July 17, 2026 | Columbia, MD | Merriweather Post Pavilion |
| July 18, 2026 | Wantagh, NY | Northwell at Jones Beach Theater |
| July 20, 2026 | Gilford, NH | Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion |
| July 22, 2026 | Saratoga Springs, NY | Broadview Stage at SPAC |
| July 24, 2026 | Holmdel, NJ | PNC Bank Arts Center |
| July 25, 2026 | Mansfield, MA | Xfinity Center |
| July 26, 2026 | Camden, NJ | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion |
| July 28, 2026 | Cuyahoga Falls, OH | Blossom Music Center |
| July 29, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH | Riverbend Music Center |
| July 31, 2026 | Nashville, TN | Ascend Amphitheater |
| August 1, 2026 | Noblesville, IN | Ruoff Music Center |
| August 4, 2026 | Toronto, ON | Budweiser Stage |
| August 5, 2026 | Clarkston, MI | Pine Knob Music Theatre |
| August 7, 2026 | Tinley Park, IL | Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre |
| August 8, 2026 | Madison, WI | Breese Stevens Field |
| August 9, 2026 | Shakopee, MN | Mystic Lake Amphitheater |
| August 11, 2026 | St. Louis, MO | Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre |
| August 12, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Riverside Amphitheater |
| August 14, 2026 | Houston, TX | The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion |
| August 15, 2026 | Dallas, TX | Dos Equis Pavilion |
| August 17, 2026 | Morrison, CO | Red Rocks Amphitheatre |
| August 19, 2026 | Salt Lake City, UT | Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre |
| August 21, 2026 | Phoenix, AZ | Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre |
| August 22, 2026 | Santa Barbara, CA | Santa Barbara Bowl |
| August 24, 2026 | Los Angeles, CA | Greek Theatre |
| August 25, 2026 | Lake Tahoe, NV | Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys |
| August 26, 2026 | Mountain View, CA | Shoreline Amphitheatre |
| August 28, 2026 | Bend, OR | Hayden Homes Amphitheater |
| August 29, 2026 | Ridgefield, WA | Cascades Amphitheater |
| August 30, 2026 | Auburn, WA | White River Amphitheatre |
Train Army presale kicks off tomorrow, November 11, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time, via the band’s official site (savemesanfrancisco.com). General public onsale follows on November 14, 2025, at 10 a.m. local through Ticketmaster. VIP packages, including meet-and-greets and exclusive merch, will be available – perfect for toasting 25 years of that unforgettable chorus: Tell me, did you sail across the sun?
Since its release, “Drops of Jupiter” has racked up over a billion streams, a Grammy for Best Rock Song, and a permanent spot in wedding playlists worldwide. Train, with 10 studio albums and countless arena sellouts, continues to embody that Monahan magic: heartfelt lyrics wrapped in infectious hooks. Paired with Barenaked Ladies’ enduring geek-rock charm and Nathanson’s intimate firepower, this tour isn’t just a concert series – it’s a time machine to the early aughts, upgraded for 2026.
Dust off your glow sticks (or just your vocal cords) – the atmosphere awaits. For more details and to join the Train Army, head to savemesanfrancisco.com.
Mick Lite is a versatile entrepreneur, photographer, and blogger with a huge passion for Music, Sports, Movies, Food, and Gaming. He has worked as an official scorer, social media manager, and photographer for various college, semi pro, and pro sports teams, including the River City Rascals, St. Louis Attack, Missouri Monsters, St. Charles Chill, SLU Billikens, Gateway Steam, St. Louis Riversharks, and Gateway Grizzlies. Served 12 years in the USN/USAF/USN.
