The “Jungle” is getting bigger. Hard rock icons Guns N’ Roses have officially announced a massive extension to their 2026 World Tour, adding a highly anticipated leg in Australia and New Zealand to their already packed global itinerary. Following a series of stadium-shattering runs in North America, Europe, and Latin America, Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan are set to bring their high-octane show to the Southern Hemisphere to close out the year.
The 2026 Expansion: Australia and New Zealand
After months of speculation, the band confirmed seven massive stadium dates across Australia and New Zealand for November and December 2026. This leg features Australian hard rock powerhouse Airbourne as the primary support act.
Newly Added 2026 Oceania Dates:
• Nov 29: Adelaide, AU – bp Adelaide Grand Final
• Dec 2: Townsville, AU – Queensland Country Bank Stadium
• Dec 5: Brisbane, AU – Suncorp Stadium
• Dec 8: Newcastle, AU – McDonald Jones Stadium
• Dec 11: Melbourne, AU – Marvel Stadium
• Dec 14: Sydney, AU – Engie Stadium
• Dec 17: Auckland, NZ – Eden Park
World Tour Kickoff: Mexico and Brazil
The 2026 trek officially commences on March 28 in Monterrey, Mexico, before diving into an extensive nine-show run across Brazil. These dates mark the band’s first major performances since 2023 and are expected to feature a setlist blending classic hits with brand-new material.
Selected Latin American Highlights:
• March 28: Monterrey, MX – Tecate Pa’l Norte
• April 1: Porto Alegre, BR – Estádio Beira Rio
• April 4: São Paulo, BR – Monsters of Rock
• April 10: Rio de Janeiro, BR – Engenhao
North American and European Stadium Runs
Guns N’ Roses will return to the U.S. for a brief Florida stint in May before heading to Europe for June and early July. The tour then swings back for a massive North American stadium tour throughout the summer, featuring legendary support acts including The Black Crowes, Ice Cube, Public Enemy, and Pierce The Veil.
Key 2026 North American & European Dates:
• May 5: Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Hollywood
• May 7: Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome to Rockville
• June 13: Donington, UK – Download Festival
• July 1: Paris, FR – Accor Arena
• July 23: Raleigh, NC – Carter-Finley Stadium (with Public Enemy)
• Aug 12: East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium
• Sept 5: Pasadena, CA – Rose Bowl (First hometown show in 30 years!)
• Sept 19: Atlanta, GA – Truist Park
New Music: “Nothin'” and “Atlas”
Coinciding with the tour announcement, the band has released two fresh singles, “Nothin'” and “Atlas.” These tracks mark a significant new chapter for the trio of Rose, Slash, and McKagan, showcasing a modern evolution of the signature GNR sound.
