Essential Highlights
- Tour Dates: Deep Purple will begin their 2026 tour on August 4, featuring Kansas as a special guest.
- New Album: The band is finalizing an untitled album set for release in June.
- Ticket Sales: Presale tickets will be available tomorrow, with general sales starting Friday at 10 A.M. local time.
- Kansas Activities: Kansas will continue their busy tour schedule alongside Deep Purple and has a memoir release planned.
What Are the Details of the Upcoming Tour?
The 2026 tour by Deep Purple will commence on August 4, featuring Kansas as a special guest. Jefferson Starship will also perform at several concerts during this tour.
This tour marks the first for Deep Purple since their last album in 2024. The excitement surrounding the tour is heightened by the anticipation of new music from the band.
What Can Fans Expect from the New Deep Purple Album?
The upcoming album from Deep Purple is expected to be released in June and is described as having an optimistic theme related to humanity’s transformation. Ian Gillan, the band’s frontman, has hinted at a conceptual idea that reflects on humanity’s future.
The album follows their previous release, =1, and reflects a period of creativity after a break from extensive touring.
What Else is Happening With Kansas?
Kansas has a busy schedule outside of their collaboration with Deep Purple. They have already performed several concerts this year and have more shows planned for April and May.
In June, they will join forces with 38 Special for additional tour dates, including performances with Brother Cane through July.
Phil Ehart, the drummer of Kansas, is also preparing to release his memoir titled I Am Phil, scheduled for April.
Deep Purple and Kansas, 2026 Tour Dates
08/04 Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater *
08/08 Clearwater, FL – The Daycare Sound
08/09 Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Casino
08/12 Wantagh, NY – Jones Beach Theater
08/13 Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center *
08/15 Halifax, NS – Scotiabank Centre *
08/17 Laval, QC – Bell Place *
08/18 Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre *
08/19 Ottawa, ON – Canadian Tire Centre *
08/21 Detroit, MI – Pine Knob
08/22 Salamanca, NY – Seneca Allegany Casino
08/24 Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheatre
08/25 Highland Park, IL – Ravinia
08/27 Prior Lake, MN – Mystic Lake Casino
08/29 Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre *
08/31 Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome *
09/02 Abbotsford, BC – Abbotsford Centre *
09/04 Lincoln, CA – Thunder Valley *
09/05 Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre *
09/06 Highland, CA – Yaamava Theatre
09/08 Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amp *
09/10 Las Vegas, NV – Planet Hollywood
09/11 Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Amphitheater
09/12 Sparks, NV – Nugget Event Center
* with Jefferson Starship
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