Pop-punk fans in the Lou, mark your calendars. On Sunday, November 8, 2026, The Pageant will host a stacked night of high-energy anthems as State Champs roll through town on their expanded Around the World and Back Again Tour, celebrating the 10th anniversary of their breakthrough 2015 album. Joining them are special guests Cartel and Taylor Acorn. Doors open at 7:00 PM with the show starting at 8:00 PM.
Hailing from Albany, New York, State Champs have become one of pop-punk’s most reliable live acts since forming in 2010. Led by charismatic frontman Derek DiScanio, the band (rounded out by Tyler Szalkowski, Ryan Scott Graham, and Evan Ambrosio) delivers catchy hooks, massive choruses, and relentless energy that has earned them tours alongside heavyweights like Fall Out Boy, 5 Seconds of Summer, and A Day To Remember.
This tour is a full-circle moment, with the band performing their classic Around the World and Back in full on select dates while showcasing fresh material from their self-titled fifth studio album. Expect crowd favorites like “Secrets,” “Elevated,” and “All You Are Is History” alongside new bangers that prove why they’re still at the top of their game over a decade later. If you’ve seen them before, you know the pits get rowdy and the sing-alongs are massive—get ready to lose your voice in the best way possible.
Bringing veteran pop-punk vibes from Conyers, Georgia, Cartel formed in 2003 and made waves with their 2005 debut Chroma and the MTV Band in a Bubble experiment. Fronted by the talented Will Pugh, the band’s melodic emo-rock sound—highlighted by hits like “Honestly”—delivered earnest, anthemic tracks that defined mid-2000s pop-punk. They’ve stayed active with releases up through the 2010s, and their live shows remain a nostalgic yet energetic throwback. Fans of that golden era of the genre will eat this up.
Taylor Acorn brings a fresh, emotionally charged take on pop-punk to the bill. Originally from Northern Pennsylvania, the singer-songwriter started in the scene as a teen, later moving to Nashville and reigniting her sound with early 2000s influences (think Avril Lavigne meets Hayley Williams with a Taylor Swift edge). Her raw, relatable lyrics and powerful vocals have connected strongly with a new generation of fans through viral tracks and heartfelt performances. She’s the perfect high-energy opener to get the night rolling.
This lineup is a dream for anyone who grew up on Warped Tour-era pop-punk or is just discovering it now. State Champs’ anniversary celebration ensures a career-spanning set full of nostalgia and new fire, backed by two strong supporting acts that complement the vibe perfectly. The Pageant’s intimate-yet-energetic room in the Delmar Loop is one of St. Louis’s best venues for a night like this—expect a sweaty, sing-along packed house.
Tickets are on sale now (general on-sale was June 19). VIP options are available for those wanting early entry or merch perks. Grab them quick before they sell out—this one’s going to be a banger.
See you in the pit, St. Louis. Support live music and let’s make some noise on November 8!
