Rascal Flatts Tour 2026: The Return of Country’s Harmony Kings
After several years of silence, speculation and uncertainty, Rascal Flatts is back–louder and stronger in tune than ever before. The iconic group has announced their 2026 tour and for those who love soaring melodies, heartfelt ballads and classic arena-ready country music, this is the perfect opportunity to make your wish that comes real.
For over twenty years, Rascal Flatts became the most recognizable sound. Combining country and pop with a voice that instantly became recognizable and the group became a staple on television, radio as well as the touring circuit. Following their sudden break and a tour to say goodbye that didn’t happen because of the pandemic, Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus as well as Joe Don Rooney are reuniting to show the world the reason their music was important back then and the reason it’s still important today.
Tour Dates
A Legacy Reignited
Twenty-26’s Rascal Flatts concert isn’t simply the return of their old self, it’s a rebirth of everything that has made them one of the most successful country groups in today’s. It’s not just about their commercial success (though they’ve got many of those: over 23, million album sales, 14, top-ten singles, and scores of awards). It’s about connecting.
From the wedding tune “Bless the Broken Road” to the classic road trip song “Life is a Highway,” Rascal Flatts music is the soundtrack to important moments in people’s lives. Their ability to tap into the raw emotions and deliver polished, catchy songs have made them more than chart-toppers, they became a generational storyteller.
The 2026 tour hopes to bring that experience back, but with contemporary twist.
A Tour Years in the Making
The trio initially had plans to end their tour in 2020, with a huge tour that was titled “Rascal Flatts Farewell: Life is a Highway Tour.” Then COVID-19 came along and changed everything. The tour was delayed, later, it was quietly put on hold. Rumors of a permanent breakup were circulating. Joe Don Rooney took a absence from the limelight and LeVox and DeMarcus took on solo and behind the scenes projects.
But distance, time, and reflection brought them back together. In the early 2026’s they announced a full-blown reunion. This one isn’t just a goodbye. This is a new chapter.
“We never really got to say what we wanted to say,” LeVox declared in an interview recently. “This tour does not have to do with closing the book. It’s about reopening it, and with the addition of a few pages.”
The Setlist: A Mix of Classics and New Surprises
The fans can look forward to a carefully selected mix from Rascal Flatts’ most popular hits as well as new material designed specifically for this concert.
Confirmed returning hits:
- “What Hurts the Most”
- “My Wish”
- “Fast Cars and Freedom”
- “These Days”
- “I Melt”
- “Take Me There”
More rumored enhancements:
- Songs not released that were composed during their break
- New collaborations between rising stars in country music
- Acoustic reimaginings and re-imaginings of songs from the past with a new emotional impact
In the classic Rascal Flatts style, anticipate shifts between full-band showstoppers as well as still, intimate moments in which only acoustic guitars and three voices lead the evening.
Stage Design and Production
Rascal Flatts always performed visually exciting shows that are visually stimulating. The tour will include:
- High-end LED walls featuring stunning visuals
- A circular center-stage design to maximize audience interaction
- Throwback montages and archive footage to show their 20+-year journey
- Extra special tributes for their fans as well as music influences
It’s more than just a concert. It’s an ode to the past and forward-looking celebration in one.
Tour Stops and Dates
Although the dates for full-time shows are rolling out in a gradual manner The tour is expected to include:
- 50plus cities across the U.S. and Canada
- festival appearances which include Stagecoach, CMA Fest, and Country Thunder
- international concerts are currently on tour in Australia in Australia and the U.K., marking their first international performances in more than 10 years
The cities confirmed are:
- Nashville, TN (Opening Night)
- Dallas, TX
- Chicago, IL
- Denver, CO
- Toronto, ON
- Los Angeles, CA
- New York, NY (Two-night final on the Madison Square Garden)
VIP packages and tickets with early access are highly sought-after The band has arranged exclusive acoustic shows prior to the show for VIP ticket holders in selected cities.
Supporting Acts and Guest Appearances
To keep things fresh and to introduce people to new generations of fans of fans, Rascal Flatts will be bringing an array of opening acts. These include:
Lauren Alaina
Danielle Bradbery
Conner Smith
Tenille Arts
Special guests are scheduled to appear on stage during the tour. It has also teased potential collaborations with:
Carrie Underwood
Darius Rucker
Kelsea Ballerini
Old Dominion
New Music? Yes, Please
Alongside their tour dates, they announced a brand new EP, titled “Back Again” which features:
- Three brand-new tracks
- Two classics are re-recorded and updated with new arrangements
- An extra track dedicated to the followers
Its first track is scheduled to be released prior to the tour’s debut and is likely to be prominent on the schedule.
The Emotional Core: A Band Reunited
In addition to the glamour and the thrills This tour is about reuniting. The band members have admitted the challenges of working as a team after so long separated, but they’ve also highlighted how more bonded they’ve become as a group, and how it has enriched their relationship.
“It feels different, but it also feels right,” said Jay DeMarcus. “We’re not doing this to please the fans. We’re doing this because were missing each other, and we also did not know the opportunity to do this.”
There’s a matureness to this resurgence which fans have been seeing. This isn’t about reliving the glorious times, it’s about honoring the past while creating new memories.
A Reunion With Real Weight
A reunion between Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus as well as Joe Don Rooney in 2026 was not a certainty. Actually, for quite a time there was a feeling that it was unlikely to occur.
The tour they planned to end their run to 2020 sank just before it started, shattered not only due to the shutdown of global commerce but also by internal conflicts and personal pursuits. LeVox started to consider his own solo career, rooted in gospel. DeMarcus was drawn to the production of music and his family. Rooney was able to step away completely, while navigating personal change away from the spotlight.
When the trio announced their shocking announcement earlier this year–“We’re traveling again”–the world of country was ablaze with rumors. Was this a return or a reversal? Was this only for the people who adore the band or for all of the Flatts themselves?
The answer is both. This tour is just as concerned with healing and doing.
Tour Concept: Three Stories, One Stage
This time, Rascal Flatts isn’t hiding behind pyrotechnics and flawless stage direction. Instead, they’re turning to storytelling.
Every show is based on three narrative arcs, one for each of the band members. Between songs, the audience hears directly from the band members how they came together and what almost ripped them apart and how they came to their ways back. These spoken-word segments aren’t scripted monologues. They’re unscripted, raw and fragile.
It’s a format that’s more personal than a music video. Imagine that VH1 “Behind the Scenes” Music and a front-row place at your family gathering.
In addition to the tales the band performs live acoustic songs, which reveal the origins of their greatest songs–on buses or in hotel rooms in quick sketches on napkins in bars. This is a behind-the-scenes look at the band with an insider’s view.
Music That Moved Generations—Now Reimagined
Rascal Flatts is renowned for their crystal-clear harmony as well as arena-ready ballads and country-pop glam. On this tour, the group is taking some of that shine to focus on the grit.
Songs from the past such as “I’m Movin’ On” and “Stand” are reworked into blues-inspired acoustic ballads. “Here Comes Goodbye” is played with just strings and a piano. Even tracks with high energy like “Summer Nights” get slowed down and rebuilt with spotlight the lyrics instead of the production.
What’s the reason for this shift? It’s because the reason is that, as DeMarcus states, “The songs are older. And so are we. However, we’re smarter and this is a reason to have a different voice.”
The musical revolution is paying dividends. Early reviews of the tour’s first performances in smaller Southern cities have described it as “intensely emotional” and “unexpectedly intimate.”
Paying Tribute to the Forgotten Voices
The most emotional aspects of the 2026 tour is a portion that is dedicated to voices Rascal Flatts claims were instrumental in shaping them, but never received the attention they deserved.
Every night, the band sings a cover tune by a less well-known country singer from the 1990s and the beginning of 2000s. They include artists such as Kevin Sharp, Lari White and Mindy McCready, talented artists whose music had an impact on lives, but didn’t get the enduring respect they deserve.
In each tribute show the group shares the story of their own that relates to their beginning days on tour or an unexpected encounter in an Nashville Bar, or the way the music of a certain song pushed them through tough times.
It’s a respectful, quiet way to say: “We remember. We have a responsibility to them. And so do you.”
A Tour That Lives Between the Cities
Contrary to most big performers, Rascal Flatts isn’t focusing exclusively on large venues and arenas. The tour deliberately weaves throughout small town America.
Stops can include:
- The historic theaters of Mississippi and Missouri
- Fairgrounds for outdoor fairs in Iowa and Ohio
- Opera houses that have been restored located in Kentucky and Arkansas
These smaller venues permit the band to be in contact with the audience. To listen to the harmonies being played back to them. To hug following the encore.
The trio is all about “getting back to where we started,” as LeVox says. “We constructed this system by one handshake and one tale at one time. It’s nice to feel that handshake again.”
Fans at the Center
The tour isn’t only about Rascal Flatts finding themselves. It’s about allowing space for the people who took them to where they are today initially.
Each show, fans are invited to speak on stage about their most loved song and tell the reason why it’s so important. Some stories revolve around weddings. Others are about loss. Some songs are just about a time along a back road, where a song made everything feel more comfortable.
They are recorded, and then compiled in a digital archives available on the website of the tour: an ongoing memory bank of the group’s impact presented with the eye and voice of audience.
Giving Back on the Go
The band also started”The “Flatts Forward” initiative during the tour. It’s a mobile outreach initiative where a percentage of the proceeds from each show goes towards local causes in every city. From providing music education to rural schools to giving Food banks program provides tangible aid to the cities they visit.
Every every week, The Band will highlight each week a different group on stage or invites an official from the local area to talk for a short time prior to the performance. It’s not extravagant. It’s not even branded. It’s simply giving out.
Life After the Last Note
What happens following this tour? Are they planning to release another album? Do they plan to play a tour in the future?
There’s no way to know for certain, not any of the group. They’re focusing on the future. Making each show worth watching. Reconnecting with the fans. Love the stories, the music, and one step at a time.
“We’ve got nothing to prove,” Rooney declared during an interview in Wichita. “But we’ve got lots to say. This tour is us making it clear–finally.”
Why This Tour Matters
In a genre that changes quickly and frequently forgets its roots and past, Rascal Flatts is an example of the power of harmony, harmony and sincere emotions. Their songs have always been like open letters to loved ones and families, as well as to those who dream–and their return offers an invitation to be connected to connect all over again.
If you’ve seen them in 2006 or are experiencing them for the for the first time, this experience promises to be memorable.