The B-52s and Devo reunite for "Cosmic De-Evolution Tour" 2026: Dates, cities and tickets

If you thought you had missed your chance to see The B-52s and Devo share a stage, the “Cosmic De-Evolution Tour” just reopened the door. The two new wave pioneers are teaming up again in 2026 for a limited co-headlining run, bringing together The B-52s’ dance-rock party anthems and Devo’s sharp, theatrical art-rock for one of the year’s most distinctive double bills.

The B-52s, the band behind “Love Shack,” “Rock Lobster,” “Roam” and “Private Idaho,” return to the road after earlier farewell-era shows led many fans to wonder how many more chances they would have to see them live. Devo, whose catalog includes “Whip It,” “Girl U Want,” “Freedom of Choice” and “Mongoloid,” brings its own legacy of satire, precision and visual spectacle to the co-headlining dates.

Before the B-52s and Devo team up in the fall, The B-52s also have standalone 2026 dates in Freehold, NJ and Lincoln, CA. The co-headlining "Cosmic De-Evolution Tour" begins in September and runs through Halloween night, with DJ Cummerbund opening the B-52s/Devo shows.

The B-52s and Devo "Cosmic De-Evolution Tour" 2026 dates

Here’s the confirmed 2026 co-headlining schedule for The B-52s and Devo. The fall run includes seven dates across U.S. amphitheaters and arenas, plus one stop in Vancouver.

When is the presale for The B-52s and Devo tour?

Presales for The B-52s and Devo’s 2026 co-headlining Cosmic De-Evolution Tour begin Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time. The first presale windows include the Citi® Cardmember Presale, Artist Presale and DEVO VIP Packages.

Additional presales begin Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time, including the Live Nation Presale and select local venue or sponsor presales.

When do The B-52s and Devo tour tickets go on sale?

Tickets for The B-52s and Devo’s 2026 co-headlining Cosmic De-Evolution Tour go on sale to the general public Friday, June 26, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time.

Who is opening for The B-52s and Devo on their tour?

DJ Cummerbund will open The B-52s and Devo’s 2026 co-headlining "Cosmic De-Evolution Tour." The mashup artist is known for wildly inventive, crowd-pleasing blends that pull from rock, pop, hip-hop, dance and internet culture, making him a fitting first act for a night built around two of new wave’s most colorful and unconventional bands.

When does The B-52s and Devo tour start?

The "Cosmic De-Evolution Tour" starts Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, IL.

When does The B-52s and Devo tour end?

The tour wraps on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Acrisure Arena in Thousand Palms, CA at 7:00 p.m. PT. Two of rock's most costume-friendly, visually wild bands closing out a tour on Halloween night is about as fitting a finale as you'll find anywhere on the 2026 concert calendar.

What to expect at The B-52s and Devo "Cosmic De-Evolution Tour"

This is a high-energy dance party meets art-rock spectacle. Plan to be on your feet from the first note.

The B-52s bring a deep catalog of hits — 'Love Shack,' 'Rock Lobster,' 'Roam,' 'Deadbeat Club' and 'Private Idaho' — delivered with the joyful, inclusive energy the band has carried across four decades. On the co-headlining dates, Devo matches that intensity with theatrical, satirical performance built around 'Whip It,' 'Girl U Want,' 'Freedom of Choice' and 'Mongoloid,' all delivered with the visually striking staging and iconic energy dome hats that have defined their live shows.

Both bands are known for colorful, high-concept production, so the visuals and staging at co-headlining stops will likely be a step above a typical amphitheater show. Co-headlining nights could run 2.5 to 3 hours total.

A few things worth knowing if you're going: DJ Cummerbund is worth arriving early for on co-headlining dates. Costumes are encouraged, especially for the October 30 and October 31 shows. Merch lines at amphitheater shows tend to move quickly early and slow down closer to showtime, so getting there with some extra time helps. Encores from both headliners are likely on the co-headlining nights.

How to get "Cosmic De-Evolution Tour" tickets on SeatGeek

With only eight dates on the "Cosmic De-Evolution Tour," finding the right seat early makes a difference. SeatGeek has tickets for every stop, with all-in pricing so the number you see is the number you pay.

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A tour that pairs The B-52s and Devo on the same stage for a limited run is the kind of show you either catch or spend years wishing you had. Grab your energy dome, dust off your dancing shoes and lock in your spot on SeatGeek.