Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have officially announced their 2026 “Land of Hope and Dreams” U.S. tour, set to kick off with a 19-date arena schedule. The tour will commence in Minneapolis on March 31 and will include a much-anticipated performance at the Prudential Center in Newark on April 20.
Fans can purchase tickets starting Saturday at 12 noon through Ticketmaster. The tour will make stops at several notable venues, including the UBS Arena in Belmont Park, New York on May 5, Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on May 8, Madison Square Garden on May 11 and 16, and Barclays Center in Brooklyn on May 14. Ticket sale details can be confirmed by checking the artist’s official website or Ticketmaster.
In a statement regarding the upcoming tour, the 76-year-old rock legend emphasized the current climate in America, expressing his concerns while also offering a message of hope. “We are living through dark, disturbing and dangerous times, but do not despair — the cavalry is coming! … We will be rocking your town in celebration and in defense of America — American democracy, American freedom, our American Constitution and our sacred American dream — all of which are under attack by our wannabe king and his rogue government in Washington, D.C. Everyone, regardless of where you stand or what you believe in, is welcome — so come on out and join the United Free Republic of E Street Nation for an American spring of Rock ‘n’ Rebellion! I’ll see you there!” he stated.
Springsteen’s political commentary has remained pertinent, as he previously criticized former President Donald Trump during a surprise performance in Red Bank, New Jersey, at the Count Basie Center for the Arts. He also released a protest song titled “Streets of Minneapolis” in response to that performance.
Notably, the Newark concert will mark Springsteen’s first home-state appearance with the E Street Band since his standout performance at the Sea Hear Now festival in Asbury Park in September 2024.
With the spring leg of the tour concluding in late May, there is ample speculation that it may pave the way for further performances, potentially including a return to MetLife Stadium for a summer concert series. This tour promises not only to entertain but also to engage fans in a broader conversation about current events and the spirit of unity through music.