Billy Idol returns with 2026 tour: Dates, cities and tickets

The lip curl. The bleach-blonde spikes. The fist raised under a wall of lights. If you grew up on MTV or inherited your love of rock from someone who did, Billy Idol is one of those artists who lives permanently in your DNA. Now the punk-turned-pop-rock legend is heading back out on the road with a tour name that practically dares you to sing along — and with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts sharing the bill on every single date, summer 2026 just got a whole lot louder.

The "It's A Nice Day To… Tour Again!" covers 24 confirmed U.S. dates from July through September 2026, hitting amphitheaters across the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest. The run also includes five nights at Fontainebleau at LIV Las Vegas, a more intimate club-style experience that stands apart from the outdoor amphitheater stops.

Billy Idol "It's A Nice Day To… Tour Again!" 2026 tour dates

Below is the full confirmed schedule for Billy Idol's "It's A Nice Day To… Tour Again!" tour.

When is the presale for Billy Idol's tour?

Citi cardmembers get the first shot at tickets with a presale beginning at 12:00 p.m. local time on Wednesday, April 8. That's followed by an artist presale through Ticketmaster that opens at 2:00 p.m. local time the same day.

When do Billy Idol tour tickets go on sale?

For the main run of shows, the public onsale is scheduled for Friday, April 10 at 12:00 p.m. local time.

The easiest move is to track your Billy Idol date on SeatGeek and get a notification as soon as tickets hit the marketplace.

Who is opening for Billy Idol on his tour tour?

Joan Jett & the Blackhearts are confirmed as the supporting act on every date of the tour. There's no rotating lineup — you're getting Joan Jett at every single stop.

This is a double-headliner-caliber bill by any measure. Joan Jett is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer whose raw, unapologetic live energy has been filling arenas since the late 1970s. Her catalog — from the Runaways through her Blackhearts era — pairs naturally with Billy Idol's brand of anthemic, punk-edged rock. Two full sets from two legends on the same stage makes this one of the strongest rock pairings of summer 2026.

When does Billy Idol's tour start?

Billy Idol’s summer 2026 run begins with a festival appearance on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Lakefront Music Fest in Prior Lake, Minnesota.

His first headlining date on the "It’s A Nice Day To… Tour Again!" run is Sunday, July 12, 2026, at The Pavilion at Ravinia in Highland Park, Illinois.

When does Billy Idol's tour end?

The final confirmed date is Sunday, September 27, 2026 at First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater in Albuquerque, NM.

What to expect at a Billy Idol concert

Billy Idol is one of rock's most commanding live performers, and this tour is built for the amphitheater experience. Here's what to know before you go:

• Energy and vibe: High-octane, fist-pumping rock from start to finish. Billy Idol performs with the same intensity he brought to stages in the 1980s — pacing, prowling and engaging every section of the crowd.

• Production: Bold lighting rigs, classic rock theatrics and a front-of-stage presence designed for outdoor venues. The Las Vegas dates at Fontainebleau at LIV Las Vegas will likely feature a tighter, more immersive production tailored to the club setting.

• Setlist: Core hits like 'White Wedding,' 'Rebel Yell,' 'Eyes Without a Face,' 'Dancing with Myself' and 'Cradle of Love' are near-certainties, mixed with deep cuts for longtime fans. A typical headlining set runs around 90 minutes.

• Joan Jett's set: 'Bad Reputation,' 'I Love Rock 'n' Roll' and 'Cherry Bomb' are all likely inclusions. This is a full opening set worth arriving early for — not a brief warm-up.

• Lawn seats: Amphitheater lawn sections are a great value option for this kind of show, especially on warm summer nights when the energy carries all the way to the back.

• Merch: Lines tend to move quickly at amphitheater shows, but arriving early gives you the best selection.

• Encore: Billy Idol typically closes with an encore, so plan to stay through the final note.

How to get Billy Idol tour tickets on SeatGeek

With 24 dates spread across amphitheaters, arenas and a Las Vegas residency, finding the right Billy Idol show for your summer comes down to picking your city and your seat. Here's how to lock it in:

1. Search for "Billy Idol" on SeatGeek to pull up every available date from Highland Park to Albuquerque. 2. Browse with all-in pricing so the number you see on each Billy Idol listing is the number you pay — no hidden fees added at checkout. 3. Filter by price, section or Deal Score to compare value across the full "It's A Nice Day To… Tour Again!" schedule and zero in on the best option for your budget. 4. Check out in a few taps with SeatGeek's secure purchase flow, whether you're buying amphitheater lawn tickets or reserved seats up front. 5. Access your Billy Idol tickets instantly in the SeatGeek app — pulled up and ready to scan before you even reach the gate.

It's a nice day to grab tickets — and with two Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-caliber performers sharing one stage all summer, you won't want to let this Billy Idol tour pass you by.