Legendary guitarist Steve Hackett — celebrated for his groundbreaking work with Genesis in the early 1970s and his rich solo catalog — has unveiled a sweeping set of tour dates for 2026, taking his Best Of Genesis & Solo Gems show to audiences across multiple continents. The itinerary highlights both classic Genesis material and standout pieces from Hackett’s long solo career, performed with a world-class band for fans old and new.
What the Tour Features
For 2026, Hackett’s live program builds on his reputation for blending progressive rock exploration with melodic mastery. The Best Of Genesis & Solo Gems concerts draw from Hackett’s tenure in Genesis — where his textured guitar work was central to albums like Foxtrot, Selling England by the Pound and The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway — alongside selections from his expansive solo catalog that spans decades of stylistic diversity.
Longtime collaborators such as bassist Jonas Reingold, multi-instrumentalist Rob Townsend and vocalist Nad Sylvan continue to support Hackett on this tour, with newer members Lalle Larsson on keyboards and Felix Lehrmann on drums enhancing the ensemble.
Global Tour Dates: A Breakdown
February & March — Florida and Cruise To The Edge
Hackett kicks off early stops in Florida, where he performs multiple evenings featuring both Genesis classics and solo favorites:
- Feb 25 – Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
- Feb 26 – Clearwater, FL
- Feb 27 – Orlando, FL
- Mar 1 – Fort Lauderdale, FL
He also joins the Cruise To The Edge 2026 lineup, a progressive rock-focused sailing event departing from Miami and stopping in Key West and Nassau in early March.
March — Latin America (with Genetics)
In mid-March, Hackett performs with the band Genetics for a series of shows across Latin America:
- Mar 13 – Mexico City, Mexico
- Mar 15 – Guadalajara, Mexico
- Mar 21 – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Mar 22 – São Paulo, Brazil
- Mar 25 – Concepción, Chile
- Mar 27 – Santiago, Chile
- Mar 29 – Buenos Aires, Argentina
May & June — Europe
The European leg brings Hackett to iconic venues from Paris to Utrecht with stops including:
- May 12 – Paris, France
- May 14 – Brussels, Belgium
- May 17 – Malmö, Sweden
- May 18 – Copenhagen, Denmark
- May 21 – Hamburg, Germany
- May 22 – Aachen, Germany
- May 24 – Cologne, Germany
- May 26 – Stuttgart, Germany
- May 27 – Frankfurt, Germany
- May 28 – Leipzig, Germany
- Jun 1 – Utrecht, Netherlands
July — Acoustic Voyage
In mid-July, Hackett shifts to a more intimate acoustic set as part of the Trading Boundaries voyage through Germany and Switzerland, offering fans a different flavor of his artistry in a scenic setting.
October — United Kingdom
The tour culminates with an extensive UK run throughout October, including stops in:
- Oct 2 – Cambridge
- Oct 3 – Ipswich
- Oct 4 – Eastbourne
- Oct 6 – Bournemouth
- Oct 7 – Bristol
- Oct 9 – Basingstoke
- Oct 10 – Torquay
- Oct 11 – Aylesbury
- Oct 13 – Leicester
- Oct 14 – Birmingham
- Oct 16 – Nottingham
- Oct 18 – Glasgow
- Oct 20 – Manchester
- Oct 21 – Gateshead
- Oct 23 – York
- Oct 24 – Liverpool
- Oct 26 – London, Royal Albert Hall
What Fans Can Expect
Across this tour, audiences will hear Genesis staples reworked alongside carefully selected solo gems — a blend that showcases Hackett’s range from early progressive explorations to nuanced acoustic and electric solo compositions. The Best Of Genesis & Solo Gems concept gives both longtime followers and newer listeners a comprehensive look at his influence on rock and prog music.
With such an ambitious itinerary spanning continents and styles, 2026 promises to be another milestone year in Hackett’s long and storied career.
