The Strokes at Merriweather Post Pavilion

Reality Awaits North America 2026

A new album on the horizon, slated to drop in late June 2026, and a massive world tour that will see the indie-meets-garage-meets-post-punk legends criss-cross North America, traverse the globe in Japan’s direction, and cross the oceans to the United Kingdom and Europe - and all of this coming hot on the heels of an appearance at Coachella Weekend 1. We can say with that very same cool confidence they are known for, that The Strokes’ reality awaits the world - and it’s going to be off-the-charts! 

The Reality Awaits North America 2026 tour is slated to kick off in mid-June 2026 in Manchester, Tennessee, at the legendary Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, with multiple festival dates and performances in Japan, the United Kingdom, and Europe on the cards. The Strokes will be rolling into all the major amphitheatres and areas across North America, including Chicago, Philadelphia, Richmond, Morrison, San Francisco, Pasadena, and Atlanta, before wrapping up the North American leg of the tour in mid-September 2026 in Asbury Park, New Jersey, at the Sea.Hear.Now Festival. The special guests for the tour include Thundercat, Hamilton Leithauser, Cage The Elephant, Fat White Family, Alex Cameron, and ÖLÜM on selected dates. 

Better Than Ever

You might have heard the buzz - The Strokes are better than ever, and whether you’re a hardcore or casual fan, or a complete newbie, you’re in for one hell of a time. These guys are technically absolutely flawless; they are oozing pure, raw energy and tight musicianship like haven’t seen in a while; and they rip through punchy sets jam-packed with all the iconic favorites such as The Adults Are Talking, Reptilia, Selfless, Ode To The Mets, and Someday along with new smashers from their forthcoming seventh studio album Reality Awaits, set to be released in late June 2026. 

The Merriweather Post Pavilion

So if you’re keen to be part of The Strokes’ triumphant return to stages around the globe, come on down to the Merriweather Post Pavilion this summer - you won’t be sorry! This is one of the most famous live entertainment venues in the world, boasting breathtaking natural surroundings, heaps of good vibes, and a bumpered-up calendar featuring the best of the best in entertainment. 

The Merriweather Post Pavilion features to-the-minute sound and lighting, incredible natural acoustics, and wonderful views of the stage and surrounds thanks to its smart layout. Your experience is their number one priority - so you can also get ready for mouth-watering food, the best views, and overall top-notch amenities. The venue boasts room for up to 19,319 concertgoers across a general admission floor space, a reserved seating section, box seats, a sky deck, and a huge general admission lawn area. 

So go on, get your tickets now!