We encourage you to set aside some funds this week because we’ve just unveiled 16 exciting new rock and metal festivals that were announced over the past week, alongside some major tours that are definitely worth your attention. These events promise to deliver electrifying performances and unforgettable experiences for all music fans.

Halestorm has recently added more dates to their already extensive North American tour, which is rapidly becoming a seven-month global expedition for the band in 2025. This announcement coincides with their upcoming release of the much-anticipated album titled Everest, which is expected to showcase their signature sound and invigorate their fanbase.

In the realm of new music, Mammoth (now without the WVH moniker) is gearing up for a fall tour that promises to enthrall audiences. This tour was officially announced with the debut of their new single, “The End,” which is complemented by one of the year’s most captivating music videos, further solidifying their place in the rock scene.

Moreover, Papa Roach has revealed an exciting late-year tour featuring The Used and Sleep Theory, a lineup that promises an unforgettable concert experience that fans simply cannot afford to miss.

Additionally, we have the lineup details for the 2025 Ohana Festival, which looks to be an event to remember, as well as exciting updates from the organizers of the Monsters of Rock Cruise for their 2026 journey, featuring an array of legendary names.

Don’t miss out on all the thrilling touring and festival announcements from the last week detailed below.

Join the Adventure with Alestorm’s Upcoming Tour

Tour Dates: Sept. 12 – Oct. 15
Support Acts: Gloryhammer, Glyph
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Experience the Sound of Anciients Live

Tour Dates: Aug. 27 – Sept. 20
Support Acts: Dawn of Ouroboros, Nott, Exist, Armed for Apocalypse
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Empower Your Spirit with Citizen Soldier’s Tour

Tour Dates: Aug. 7 – 31
Support Acts: 10 Years, Adelitas Way
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Discover the Dark Sounds of Crypta

Tour Dates: Sept. 5 – Oct. 12
Support Acts: None Listed
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Deadwood

Tour Dates: July 16 – 22
Support Acts: None Listed
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Journey Through Sound with Enslaved

Tour Dates: May 12 – 16
Support Acts: Spectral Wound, The Infinity Ring
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Halestorm’s Epic World Tour: Don’t Miss Out!

Tour Dates: May 15 – 17; July 17 – Aug. 23; Sept. 11 – Oct. 11
Support Acts: Apocalyptica, Lindsey Stirling
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Hinder’s Upcoming Tour: Mark Your Calendars

Tour Dates: July 3 – Aug. 23; Sept. 13 – Oct. 5
Support Acts: Austin Meade, Kelsey Hickman
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READ MORE: Explore the Rock + Metal Bands Touring in 2025

Mammoth’s Fall Tour: Get Ready for the Thrill

Tour Dates: Oct. 31 – Dec. 7
Support Acts: Myles Kennedy
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Papa Roach’s Late-Year Tour: A Must-See Event

Tour Dates: Nov. 25 – Dec. 10
Support Acts: The Used, Sleep Theory
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Peter Hook and the Light: A Complete Experience

Tour Dates: May 22 – June 14
Support Acts: None Listed
Notes: Performing New Order’s Get Ready album in full
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Pigeon Pit’s Tour: Join the Fun!

Tour Dates: June 18 – July 13
Support Acts: The Taxpayers
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The Sword’s Upcoming Tour: Get Ready for a Rocking Time

Tour Dates: Aug. 17 – 30
Support Acts: Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol, Pink Fuzz
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Taken By Tides: Experience Their Live Performance

Tour Dates: June 6 – 25
Support Acts: Czyk,  Last Night of Solace
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Wet Leg’s Tour: An Experience You Can’t Miss

Tour Dates: Sept. 1 – Oct. 17
Support Acts: None Listed
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X and Los Lobos: A Must-See Collaboration

Tour Dates: July 19 – Nov. 22
Support Acts: None Listed
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Exciting Highlights from the Festival Scene:

* The lineup for the 2025 Ohana Festival has been officially announced, featuring headliners such as Eddie Vedder and the Earthlings, Green Day, and Hozier, all set to perform at Doheny State Beach from Sept. 26-28 in Dana Point, California. The festival also boasts performances from renowned acts like Kings of Leon, Leon Bridges, Cage the Elephant, Garbage, Wet Leg, James, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Stereophonics, and many more.
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* Dance Gavin Dance will host the 2025 edition of their Swanfest festival at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom in Chicago on May 31. The event will feature an impressive lineup, including Glassjaw, Animals as Leaders, The Home Team, The Fall of Troy, Kurt Travis, Left To Suffer, Belmont, and Dwellings.
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* The Monsters of Rock Cruise is set to return for 2026, with cruise dates scheduled for April 12-17. This exciting journey will take music lovers from Miami to Puerto Plata and the Great Stirrup Cay. Expect performances from iconic bands such as Black Label Society, Night Ranger, The Darkness, Queensryche, Stryper, Symphony X, Y&T, Slaughter, D-A-D, and Great White.
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* The 2025 edition of the Wonderfront Music Festival is poised to feature an impressive lineup, including Foster The People, Khruangbin, Gary Clark Jr., Anderson Paak, Daniel Caesar, Peggy Gou, and Jason Mraz, among others. This vibrant festival will take place from May 16-18 in San Diego.
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* Dropkick Murphys will be headlining the significant “Unite for Veterans, Unite for America” D-Day Rally at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on June 6, an event that promises to honor and celebrate our veterans.
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