After a successful tour across the U.K. and Europe this past summer, the iconic Sex Pistols are set to bring their electrifying energy to North America, although without their original frontman, Johnny Rotten. This highly anticipated tour features the surviving members of the band, including Steve Jones, Paul Cook, and Glen Matlock, along with the talented Frank Carter as the new lead vocalist. The North American performances will kick off in mid-September and will run for a thrilling four weeks, marking the Sex Pistols‘ first series of U.S. shows since 2003, a long-awaited return for fans.

The legendary punk rock group reconnected last year with Frank Carter, known for his work with the English band Frank Carter and the Rattlesnakes. In contrast, Rotten, whose real name is John Lydon, has chosen not to participate in recent projects involving his former bandmates, including a 2022 television series that showcased their storied legacy. This decision has sparked considerable conversation among fans and critics alike.

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What started as a one-off reunion featuring the original three members and Carter has now evolved into a full-fledged tour, captivating audiences across Europe. During these performances, the band will deliver a live rendition of their seminal 1977 album, Never Mind the Bollocks Here’s the Sex Pistols, showcasing its tracks in their entirety, alongside a selection of other classic hits that defined the punk rock genre.

Lydon has expressed his feelings about the current tour, labeling the performances as “karaoke.” He stated, “When I first learned that the Sex Pistols were touring this year without my involvement, it really upset me. I felt frustrated and thought that they were undermining the essence of what made the Pistols special by removing the core point and purpose of our music and message.”

Find Out the Cities on the Sex Pistols’ 2025 North American Tour

The North American leg of the tour is set to commence on September 16 at the historic Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas, a venue notorious for hosting an infamous Sex Pistols concert in 1978. Following this legendary kickoff, the tour will traverse key cities including Philadelphia, Toronto, Cleveland, and San Francisco, culminating in a highly anticipated performance at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on October 16.

Additional tour dates are likely to be announced as the schedule develops, so fans are encouraged to stay updated. The current lineup of concert dates is available for viewing below.

Pre-sale tickets for artists and other promotions will open from April 1 to April 3. For more detailed information regarding ticket sales and tour updates, fans can visit the band’s official website.

Sex Pistols 2025 North American Tour Schedule
Sept. 16 – Longhorn Ballroom – Dallas, TX
Sept. 23 – 9:30 Club – Washington, DC
Sept. 26 – Fillmore – Philadelphia, PA
Sept. 27 – TBD – Brooklyn, NY
Sept. 30 – Mtelus – Montreal, QC
Oct. 1 – History – Toronto, ON
Oct. 3 – Agora Theatre – Cleveland, OH
Oct. 4 – Fillmore – Detroit, MI
Oct. 7 – Fillmore – Minneapolis, MN
Oct. 10 – Mission Ballroom – Denver, CO
Oct. 13 – Showbox SoDo – Seattle, WA
Oct. 15 – Warfield – San Francisco, CA
Oct. 16 – Hollywood Palladium – Los Angeles, CA