Mötley Crüe are officially gearing up for one of their most ambitious road runs in years, announcing an extensive North American trek for summer 2026. Appropriately titled the Carnival Of Sins Tour, the upcoming run celebrates not just the band’s milestone 45th anniversary, but also the 20th anniversary of their original Carnival Of Sins tour—an infamous, circus-themed spectacle that became one of the top-grossing tours of 2005–2006. This time, the Crüe are promising to revive the chaotic magic of that era while pushing the concept even further.
The tour kicks off July 17, 2026, at The Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania, and wraps on September 26 at the Cascades Amphitheater in Ridgefield, Washington. Across the nearly two-and-a-half-month stretch, the band will hit major amphitheaters and open-air venues across the United States and Canada. Special guests Tesla and Extreme will join the Crüe on all dates, adding even more firepower to an already loaded bill.
In a statement, the band made it clear that they were ready to embrace all the theatrical chaos that made the original run legendary. “Bringing back the spirit of Carnival of Sins has been a blast, and we wanted to take it even further for its 20th anniversary,” they shared. “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.”
A Return to One of Rock’s Wildest Touring Concepts
The original Carnival Of Sins tour wasn’t just a concert series—it was a spectacle. Featuring a massive big-top stage design complete with circus-style theatrics, the 2005–2006 shows incorporated an ensemble of performers including acrobats, clowns, stilt walkers, fire breathers, unicyclists, and a cast of little people that added to the dark-carnival aesthetic. It was the band at their most outrageous and theatrical, leaning into the over-the-top showmanship that defined 1980s and early 2000s hard rock entertainment.
It also featured some of Mötley Crüe’s most iconic solo moments. Tommy Lee’s drum segment famously took him flying across arenas as he ascended to a platform suspended from the ceiling, pounding out rhythms on an electronic kit from above the crowd. Nikki Sixx, always eager to push sonic and visual boundaries, delivered a standout moment of his own by incorporating a theremin into his solo performance, warping eerie sounds through the air like a mad illusionist.
Given the tour’s legacy, the band’s decision to revive Carnival Of Sins in 2026 speaks to their desire to give fans a show that’s more than just a retrospective—it’s a full-scale reinvention.
Tickets, VIP Packages, and What Fans Can Expect
General ticket sales begin Friday, November 21 at 9 a.m. local time, while VIP packages—likely to include premium seating, exclusive merchandise, and unique fan experiences—will be available starting Wednesday, November 19 at 9 a.m. Given the scale of the production and the significance of the anniversary, demand is expected to be high, especially in markets where the band has historically drawn massive crowds.
With Tesla and Extreme on board, the tour also promises a full evening of guitar-driven, high-energy rock. Tesla’s blues-infused hard rock and Extreme’s virtuosic, funk-inflected metal will give fans a dynamic build-up before Mötley Crüe unleash their headlining spectacle each night.
A Packed Summer Schedule Across North America
From the East Coast to the West, the Carnival Of Sins 2026 itinerary covers nearly every major region. The band will perform in Pennsylvania, New York, Michigan, Ontario, New England, the Mid-Atlantic, the South, the Midwest, Texas, the Southwest, and multiple stops along the West Coast.
Mötley Crüe Carnival Of Sins Tour 2026 — Full Dates
July
Jul 17 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake
Jul 18 – Buffalo, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater
Jul 20 – Clarkson, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
Jul 22 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre
Jul 24 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion
Jul 25 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
Jul 27 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Jul 29 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Jul 31 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
August
Aug 01 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
Aug 03 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
Aug 12 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Aug 14 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Aug 15 – Tampa, FL – Credit Union Amphitheatre
Aug 17 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
Aug 19 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
Aug 21 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater
Aug 22 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Aug 24 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center
Aug 25 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
Aug 27 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater
Aug 28 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
September
Sep 08 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater
Sep 10 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion
Sep 11 – Houston, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Sep 13 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater
Sep 16 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Sep 18 – Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sep 19 – Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Amphitheater
Sep 21 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sep 23 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre
Sep 24 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheater
Sep 26 – Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater
A Landmark Moment for Crüeheads Old and New
For fans who witnessed the original 2005–2006 run, the Carnival Of Sins name evokes a sense of nostalgia—an era when Mötley Crüe leaned into spectacle with no restraint. For younger fans who grew up on the band’s music, YouTube clips, and the The Dirt biopic, the 2026 edition represents a rare chance to experience that intensity firsthand.
As the band approaches nearly half a century of loud, unapologetic rock ’n’ roll, the Carnival Of Sins Tour 2026 stands as both a celebration of the past and a declaration of ongoing vitality. If Mötley Crüe’s promise holds true, this summer will be louder, wilder, and more extravagant than ever.