Swedish metal band Ghost has announced their 2026 \u201cSkeletour\u201d tour dates. The announcement sparked criticism from international fans who feel excluded from what the band calls a \u201cglobal rock phenomenon,\u201d as reported in a post shared on Instagram.<\/p>\n
The band shared the tour announcement in a video with an elaborate caption describing the upcoming spectacle.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe wish to inform you that as demand grows ever larger for this most surreal of rituals, so too does one\u2019s opportunity to experience it firsthand,\u201d Ghost wrote. \u201cIn 2026 have your world shook by the most incredible rock spectacle ever known, The Skeletour!\u201d<\/p>\n
The band continued with details about ticket sales and their vision for the tour.<\/p>\n
\u201cPre-Sales begin today, Sept 29, and the general on-sale launches October 3,\u201d they added. \u201cDon\u2019t miss your chance to experience this global rock phenomenon when The Skeletour hits a town near you in 2026!\u201d<\/p>\n
However, the 20-date tour exclusively covers cities in the United States and Canada. The tour runs from January 21 through February 23, 2026. The tour includes stops in Orlando, Jacksonville, Knoxville, Charlotte, Montreal, Toronto, Columbus, Cincinnati, Salt Lake City, Seattle, and Los Angeles, among other North American cities.<\/p>\n
International fans quickly expressed their disappointment in the comments. Many pointed out the irony of calling it a \u201cworld tour\u201d while only visiting North America.<\/p>\n
The announcement comes as Ghost continues to build momentum following their recent musical evolution and touring success across North America.<\/p>\n
The Skeletour will support the band\u2019s 2025 album Skelet\u00e1. This marks a creative shift for the Swedish metal act. Louder Sound reported that Tobias Forge described the album as more introspective compared to their previous politically charged work. He explained he wanted to focus on \u201cbasic core feelings\u201d such as hope, sorrow, regret, hate, and love in this latest release.<\/p>\n
The tour will conclude at a notable venue. Tickets West confirmed that the final show will take place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on February 23, 2026. This state-of-the-art venue opened in 2024. It represents one of the most modern concert facilities in the United States.<\/p>\n
Ghost\u2019s focus on North American markets reflects the band\u2019s strong commercial performance in the region. They have consistently sold out arenas and amphitheaters there. The decision to concentrate on these markets disappoints international fans. However, it aligns with industry trends where artists often prioritize territories with the highest ticket sales and venue availability.<\/p>\n
The band\u2019s touring strategy has evolved significantly since their early days. Ghost now commands major venue bookings across North America. Their ability to fill large-capacity venues demonstrates their growth from underground metal act to mainstream rock phenomenon. This success has yet to translate into expanded international touring schedules that would satisfy their global fanbase.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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