Mumford & Sons, the Grammy Award-winning British folk-rock trio, have set the stage for what promises to be one of the most anticipated tours of 2026. On February 20, 2026, the band officially announced their massive North American Prizefighter Tour, a sweeping run in support of their newly released sixth album, Prizefighter. With a schedule packed with arena, stadium, and amphitheater dates, plus a handful of major festival headlining slots, the tour is shaping up to be a landmark event for fans across the continent.
The journey kicks off on June 2 in Vancouver, British Columbia, at Rogers Arena, launching a summer packed with high-energy performances in cities including Boulder, Fort Worth, Chicago, Toronto, Pittsburgh, Syracuse, Boston, Minneapolis, Atlanta, Tampa, Charlotte, New York, Madison, Birmingham, Albuquerque, and many more. The tour will wrap up on October 6 at the iconic Kia Forum in Los Angeles, a fitting finale for a band known for transforming massive venues into communal, emotionally charged singalongs, as described by Colorado University Athletics.
Along the way, Mumford & Sons will headline some of the world’s biggest music festivals. On July 2, they’ll take the stage at Belgium’s Rock Werchter, followed by appearances at Iowa’s Hinterland Music Festival on August 1, Brazil’s Rock in Rio on September 12, and Kentucky’s Bourbon & Beyond Festival on September 25. Each of these festival stops is expected to draw huge crowds eager to experience the band’s signature blend of folk, rock, and arena-scale energy.
Fans can also look forward to a diverse lineup of opening acts throughout the tour. On select dates, Sierra Ferrell, Dylan Gossett, Caamp, Lord Huron, Medium Build, and the Marcus King Band will join the bill, bringing their own unique flavors to the stage. For instance, Sierra Ferrell is confirmed as the supporting act for the June 4 show at Bozeman’s Bobcat Stadium and the October 3 concert at Albuquerque’s First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater, as reported by NBC Montana and the Albuquerque Journal, respectively.
The Boulder, Colorado stop on June 6 at Folsom Field stands out as a highlight of the tour. According to Colorado University Athletics, this performance marks a major return to the region for Mumford & Sons, who have a reputation for electrifying live shows that turn stadiums into unforgettable communal experiences. The Boulder date is poised to become one of Colorado’s most anticipated concerts of the summer, joining a lineup at Folsom Field that also includes RÜFÜS DU SOL and Tyler Childers later in the season.
Madison, Wisconsin, will also host the band at the Kohl Center on September 23. As highlighted by Wisconsin Badgers, Mumford & Sons’ live performances have been central to their identity, shaping their sound and building a global fanbase. The Madison show is part of a tradition that sees the band continually fostering their collaborative spirit and connection with audiences.
Tickets for the Prizefighter Tour are available through a variety of channels. The first opportunity comes via the band’s Agora fan club, with a pre-sale beginning on Tuesday, February 24 at 10:00 a.m. local time. Live Nation’s pre-sale follows on Wednesday, February 25 at 10:00 a.m., and VIP packages also go on sale that day. Select Chase, Spotify, and Verizon customers will have access to exclusive pre-sales, offering fans multiple ways to secure their spot at these highly anticipated shows. Student discounts will be available in-person at select venues—including Bozeman, Boulder, Chicago, Rogers, Boston, Tampa, and Charlottesville—on February 27, while supplies last. Finally, tickets for the general public will be released on Friday, February 27 at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster and, in some cases, through local ticketing partners such as OutridersPresent.com and Live Nation, as reported by NBC Montana and the Albuquerque Journal.
The excitement surrounding the Prizefighter Tour is matched only by anticipation for the album itself. Prizefighter, released on February 20, 2026, is the band’s sixth studio effort and was co-produced and co-written with Aaron Dessner of The National at Long Pond Studio. The album features an impressive roster of collaborators, including Hozier, Gracie Abrams, Chris Stapleton, Justin Vernon, and Gigi Perez. According to Colorado University Athletics and Wisconsin Badgers, the record finds Mumford & Sons reconnecting with the communal, instinctive energy that has defined their live legacy, while also embracing a spirit of rediscovery and creative freedom.
The band’s creative process for Prizefighter was as much about rediscovery as recording, with days spent writing in Hudson cafés and nights spent around Long Pond’s kitchen table. The result is a collection of 14 tracks that feel alive with first takes and the joy of making music together again. NPR Music, as cited by Wisconsin Badgers, praised the album: "it's pretty wonderful…this music is very evolved and intricate and exquisitely produced and performed. They are incredible musicians." The official music video for "The Banjo Song," directed by the Bristol-based collective Streets of Soul, further underscores the band’s commitment to community and creativity, featuring dancers cast from clubbers at Bristol Northern Soul Club nights.
This prolific period for Mumford & Sons follows the release of their previous album, Rushmere, which debuted at #1 in March 2025. Less than a year later, Prizefighter demonstrates the band’s continued evolution and willingness to push boundaries. The new album has already garnered widespread attention, with recent features on NPR’s Morning Edition, The Zane Lowe Show, Bert Kreischer’s The Bertcast, And The Writer Is…, and Brittany Broski’s Royal Court. These appearances have helped fuel anticipation for both the album and the upcoming tour.
The Prizefighter Tour’s extensive itinerary underscores Mumford & Sons’ status as one of the most influential live acts of the past decade. From stadiums like Madison Square Garden and Fenway Park to legendary festivals and local amphitheaters, the band’s commitment to reaching fans in every corner of North America is clear. Each show promises to be a celebration of music, community, and the enduring power of live performance.
With ticket sales underway and excitement building, fans across the continent are eagerly marking their calendars. Whether catching the band in a massive stadium or an open-air amphitheater, concertgoers can expect an immersive, emotionally charged experience that only Mumford & Sons can deliver. As the summer of 2026 approaches, the Prizefighter Tour stands ready to reaffirm the band’s legacy and bring their new music to life on stages both grand and intimate.
For those who have followed Mumford & Sons from their earliest days, and for newcomers drawn in by the promise of Prizefighter, this tour is more than just a series of concerts—it’s a testament to the band’s enduring appeal and their unwavering dedication to the craft of live music.