Foo Fighters Announce Global ‘Take Cover’ Stadium Tour and New Studio Album
London, 20 February 2026 – Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Foo Fighters have officially confirmed a massive expansion of their global “Take Cover Tour”, alongside the announcement of their twelfth studio album. Following a surprise performance in London today, the band revealed a comprehensive stadium itinerary that will see them perform across North America, Australia, and New Zealand through late 2026 and into early 2027.
New Album: ‘Your Favorite Toy’
The band has officially confirmed that their twelfth studio album, titled Your Favorite Toy, is scheduled for global release on 24 April 2026. The announcement was accompanied by the release of the album’s title track as a lead single. This marks the band’s first full-length studio effort since 2023’s But Here We Are.
2026–2027 Tour Schedule
The “Take Cover Tour” includes a significant North American leg in August 2026, followed by a nine-stop stadium tour of Oceania. Notably, the band will perform a special symphonic concert at the Hollywood Bowl on 22 August 2026, collaborating with the LA Philharmonic to commemorate Gustavo Dudamel’s final season as music director.
Tickets for the newly announced Australia and New Zealand dates are scheduled to go on sale to the general public on 25 February 2026, with various pre-sales commencing today, 20 February 2026.
Key Tour Dates and Facts
The following table outlines the confirmed stadium dates for the upcoming legs of the “Take Cover Tour”.
| Date | Location | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 4 August 2026 | Toronto, Ontario | Rogers Stadium |
| 6 August 2026 | Detroit, Michigan | Ford Field |
| 8 August 2026 | Chicago, Illinois | Soldier Field |
| 22 August 2026 | Los Angeles, California | Hollywood Bowl (Symphonic Show) |
| 5 November 2026 | Brisbane, Australia | Suncorp Stadium |
| 10 November 2026 | Sydney, Australia | Accor Stadium |
| January 2027 | Auckland, New Zealand | Go Media Stadium (Mt Smart) |
| 25 January 2027 | Perth, Australia | HBF Park |
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the new Foo Fighters album come out?
The new album, Your Favorite Toy, is set for release on 24 April 2026. The title track is available for streaming as of February 2026.
When do tickets go on sale for the Australia and New Zealand shows?
General public tickets will be released on 25 February 2026. Pre-sale opportunities for fans began on 20 February 2026.
Who are the current members of the Foo Fighters?
As of the 2026 tour cycle, the band consists of founder Dave Grohl, Nate Mendel, Pat Smear, Chris Shiflett, Rami Jaffee, and Josh Freese.
What is unique about the Hollywood Bowl show in August?
The 22 August 2026 performance will be a symphonic concert featuring the LA Philharmonic, marking a rare orchestral collaboration for the rock group.