Mötley Crüe Tour 2026 “The Return of the Carnival of Sins”
Los Angeles, 18 November 2025 – Glam-metal icons Mötley Crüe have revealed “The Return of the Carnival of Sins”, a massive 33-city North American tour kicking off July 17, 2026, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their groundbreaking 2005-2006 Carnival of Sins Tour and the band’s 45th anniversary. Produced by Live Nation, the run features very special guests Tesla and Extreme, bringing explosive production, pyrotechnics, and a reimagined setlist to amphitheaters across the U.S. and Canada.
The original Carnival of Sins was a game-changer: elaborate staging, high-voltage chaos, and grit that pushed live rock boundaries, captured in a live album and DVD from Grand Rapids’ Van Andel Arena. Two decades later, Crüe resurrects the spectacle with updated visuals and no-holds-barred energy – for longtime Crüeheads and new converts alike.
“Bringing back the spirit of Carnival of Sins has been a blast, and we wanted to take it even further for its 20th anniversary. This new show is for the Crüeheads who’ve been with us through it all and for the new Crüeheads who didn’t get to experience Carnival of Sins last time around. Get ready – we’re coming your way and we can’t wait to see you next summer.” – Mötley Crüe
Through the Mötley Crüe Giveback Initiative, $1 from every ticket supports ASAP! (After School Arts Program), aiding music education amid federal funding cuts – ensuring kids access life-changing arts experiences.
The announcement coincides with the release of Theatre of Pain 40th Anniversary Deluxe Box Set (limited edition): reimagined artwork, remastered color vinyl, unreleased 1985 Long Beach live concert (2LP), rare demos (1LP), and a 76-page hardcover book with unseen photos from the era. Available now for collectors.
Pre-Sale Tickets Start Nov 19 (Artist Pre-Sale 12pm Local) | General On-Sale Nov 21 at 10am Local
Full Mötley Crüe 2026 Tour Dates: The Return of the Carnival of Sins
33 amphitheater stops from July 17 to September 19, 2026 – Tesla & Extreme on all dates.
| Date | City/State | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jul 17, 2026 | Burgettstown, PA | The Pavilion at Star Lake |
| Sat, Jul 18, 2026 | Buffalo, NY | Darien Lake Amphitheater |
| Mon, Jul 20, 2026 | Clarkson, MI | Pine Knob Music Theatre |
| Wed, Jul 22, 2026 | Toronto, ON | RBC Amphitheatre |
| Fri, Jul 24, 2026 | Gilford, NH | BankNH Pavilion |
| Sat, Jul 25, 2026 | Bangor, ME | Maine Savings Amphitheater |
| Mon, Jul 27, 2026 | Camden, NJ | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion |
| Wed, Jul 29, 2026 | Saratoga Springs, NY | Saratoga Performing Arts Center |
| Fri, Jul 31, 2026 | Holmdel, NJ | PNC Bank Arts Center |
| Sat, Aug 1, 2026 | Mansfield, MA | Xfinity Center |
| Mon, Aug 3, 2026 | Bristow, VA | Jiffy Lube Live |
| Wed, Aug 5, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH | Riverbend Music Center |
| Fri, Aug 7, 2026 | Maryland Heights, MO | Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre |
| Sat, Aug 9, 2026 | Milwaukee, WI | American Family Insurance Amphitheater |
| Mon, Aug 11, 2026 | St. Louis, MO | Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre |
| Fri, Aug 21, 2026 | Shakopee, MN | Mystic Lake Amphitheater |
| Sat, Aug 22, 2026 | Tinley Park, IL | Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre |
| Mon, Aug 24, 2026 | Cuyahoga Falls, OH | Blossom Music Center |
| Tue, Aug 25, 2026 | Cincinnati, OH | Riverbend Music Center |
| Thu, Aug 27, 2026 | Grand Rapids, MI | Acrisure Amphitheater |
| Fri, Aug 28, 2026 | Noblesville, IN | Ruoff Music Center |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | Kansas City, MO | Morton Amphitheater |
| Thu, Sep 10, 2026 | Dallas, TX | Dos Equis Pavilion |
| Fri, Sep 11, 2026 | Houston, TX | The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion |
| Sun, Sep 13, 2026 | Austin, TX | Germania Insurance Amphitheater |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | San Antonio, TX | Frost Bank Center |
| Thu, Sep 17, 2026 | Phoenix, AZ | Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre |
| Sat, Sep 19, 2026 | Long Beach, CA | Long Beach Amphitheatre |
With Tesla & Extreme on all dates. All times local.
What to Expect: High-Impact Production & Updated Setlist
The Return revives Carnival’s chaos: elaborate staging, pyrotechnics, and a “sense of chaos only Mötley Crüe could pull off.” Expect an updated setlist spanning Shout at the Devil, Theatre of Pain, Dr. Feelgood, and rarities – no two shows the same. High-production visuals honor the 2005 tour’s grit-humor-energy fusion.
Charity Impact: $1/ticket to ASAP! supports arts education for millions of kids amid funding cuts.
Theatre of Pain 40th Anniversary Box Set – Out Now
Limited-edition collector’s dream:
- Remastered color vinyl
- Unreleased 1985 Long Beach live concert (2LP)
- Rare demos (1LP)
- 76-page hardcover book with unseen photos/memories
Buy the Box Set Now – Definitive Theatre of Pain edition.
Mötley Crüe Lineup & Legacy
- Vince Neil – Vocals
- Nikki Sixx – Bass
- Tommy Lee – Drums
- John 5 – Guitar
From 1981’s Too Fast for Love to 2022’s The Dirt biopic, Crüe defined ’80s excess – 100M+ records sold, endless drama, unbreakable spirit.
Tickets: Pre-Sale & On-Sale Info
- Artist Pre-Sale: Starts Wed, Nov 19 at 12pm local (sign up at motley.com for code)
- General On-Sale: Fri, Nov 21 at 10am local via Live Nation/Ticketmaster
- VIP Packages: Meet & greets, soundcheck access – via motley.com
Pro Tip: Use official resale (Ticketmaster Verified Fan) to avoid fakes. Prices start ~$100+ fees; expect premium demand.
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- Tickets: Live Nation | Ticketmaster
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