In a move that’s got rock fans buzzing from coast to coast, metal heavyweights Avenged Sevenfold and pop-punk icons Good Charlotte have joined forces for a massive co-headlining tour set to storm North America in the summer of 2026. Announced on December 8, 2025, this 16-city trek isn’t just a lineup of killer shows—it’s a celebration of two bands whose paths have intertwined since the early days of the rock revival, blending blistering riffs with infectious anthems under the open skies of amphitheaters and arenas.
The tour, promoted by Live Nation, kicks off on July 25 at the sprawling Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri, and wraps up on August 27 at Phoenix’s Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre. Spanning the Midwest, Northeast, Canada, and the West Coast, the run promises high-energy sets from both acts, potentially including full performances of their landmark 2016 albums The Stage (Avenged Sevenfold) and Youth Authority (Good Charlotte) to mark the 10th anniversary of those game-changing releases. Expect a night of nostalgia, innovation, and pure adrenaline, with Avenged Sevenfold’s progressive metal edge contrasting beautifully against Good Charlotte’s raw, rebellious pop-punk spirit.
Avenged Sevenfold and Good Charlotte aren’t strangers—they’re longtime friends with roots stretching back over two decades. Both bands exploded onto the scene in the late ’90s and early 2000s, riding the wave of a rock renaissance that saw nu-metal, emo, and pop-punk dominate airwaves and Warped Tour stages. Avenged Sevenfold, hailing from Huntington Beach, California, brought theatrical flair and technical wizardry to the metal world with albums like Waking the Fallen (2003) and City of Evil (2005), evolving into genre-bending titans with Nightmare (2010) and beyond. Frontman M. Shadows’ soaring vocals and the band’s intricate guitar work from Synyster Gates and Zacky Vengeance have earned them a devoted “Deathbats” fanbase.
Good Charlotte, the Madden brothers’ (Benji and Joel) brainchild from Waldorf, Maryland, captured the angst of suburban youth with their self-titled debut in 2000 and skyrocketed to fame with The Young and the Hopeless (2002), spawning hits like “Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous” and “The Anthem.” After a hiatus, they roared back with Youth Authority in 2016, proving their staying power. Their latest effort, the critically acclaimed Motel Du Cap (released August 2025), marks their first full-length in seven years and features singles “Rejects” and “Stepper,” channeling matured reflections on life, loss, and resilience.
This tour feels like destiny. As Revolver magazine noted, the bands shared a collectible cover in their Fall 2025 issue, hinting at the collaboration long before the official reveal. It’s a rare pairing that unites metal’s intensity with pop-punk’s heart, offering fans a double dose of the sounds that defined a generation.
The itinerary is a road warrior’s dream, hitting major markets with a mix of outdoor amphitheaters perfect for summer shredding. Here’s the full rundown:
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jul 25 | Ridgedale, MO | Thunder Ridge Nature Arena |
| Mon, Jul 27 | Shakopee, MN | Mystic Lake Amphitheater |
| Thu, Jul 30 | Tinley Park, IL | Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre |
| Sat, Aug 1 | St. Louis, MO | Hollywood Casino Amphitheater |
| Tue, Aug 4 | Clarkston, MI | Pine Knob Music Theatre |
| Thu, Aug 6 | Toronto, ON | RBC Amphitheatre |
| Sat, Aug 8 | Montreal, QC | Bell Centre |
| Mon, Aug 10 | Belmont Park, NY | UBS Arena |
| Wed, Aug 12 | Mansfield, MA | Xfinity Center |
| Fri, Aug 14 | Camden, NJ | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion |
| Sun, Aug 16 | Charlotte, NC | PNC Music Pavilion |
| Tue, Aug 18 | Tampa, FL | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre |
| Fri, Aug 21 | Dallas, TX | Dos Equis Pavilion |
| Sun, Aug 23 | Denver, CO | Ball Arena |
| Tue, Aug 25 | Salt Lake City, UT | Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre |
| Thu, Aug 27 | Phoenix, AZ | Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre |
This marks Avenged Sevenfold’s first major North American outing since 2018, following their innovative Life Is But a Dream… tour in 2023-2024 and a fresh single, “Magic,” dropped just days before the announcement as part of a Call of Duty collaboration. For Good Charlotte, it’s an extension of the Motel Du Cap victory lap, bringing their evolved sound to the masses.
In an era where rock subgenres often stay siloed, the Avenged Sevenfold and Good Charlotte tour is a bold reminder of music’s connective power. It’s not just about headbanging to “Bat Country” or screaming along to “I Just Wanna Live”—it’s a shared history unfolding live. For millennials who grew up on MTV and MySpace, this is catharsis. For newer fans, it’s an entry point to legends who refuse to stagnate.
As the bands gear up, one thing’s clear: 2026’s summer nights will echo with the roar of crowds united by riffs and rebellion. Mark your calendars, Deathbats and GC faithful—this is the tour of the year before it even starts.
