Rush adds Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton stops as reunion tour expands

Vancouver, BCLocal News

Rush expands their reunion tour by adding 17 new cities, including Montreal, Edmonton, and Vancouver. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson confirmed the tour will commence in June 2026 and extend until the end of the year. The band sold out all previously announced dates, which included four nights in Toronto. Tickets for the new shows will be available to the general public starting October 31, following various presales. Lee warned fans about online scalpers profiting from ticket demand and urged them to purchase through official platforms.

This tour marks Rush's first since the R40 tour in 2015 and follows the passing of drummer Neil Peart in 2020. Anika Nilles, a German drummer, will replace Peart for the tour. Lee expressed gratitude for the fan response to the initial dates, highlighting the strong demand for tickets.

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