๐ฅUnprecedented Collaboration: Rod Stewart, Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Elton John, and Robert Plant Officially Announce Legendary 2026 Tour โONE LAST RIDEโ ๐ธ โ A Soul-Shocking Revival Breathing New Life into the Eternal Spirit of British Rock โ Official Tour Dates and Cities Revealed!
In what many are already calling the greatest concert event of the 21st century, five of Britainโs most legendary rock icons have joined forces for an extraordinary farewell tour. Rod Stewart, Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Elton John, and Robert Plant announced today that they will headline a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration tour in 2026 under the banner โONE LAST RIDE.โ
The press conference, held at Londonโs O2 Arena, was met with thunderous applause as each rock titan appeared on stage, side by side, for the very first time. The sight alone sent shockwaves through the global music community.
โThis isnโt just a tour,โ Paul McCartney said, flashing his iconic smile. โItโs a celebration of everything British rock stood for โ passion, rebellion, and timeless music. Weโre doing this for the fans whoโve kept us alive for decades.โ
The Dream Line-Up
Between them, these five icons represent more than 300 million albums sold, decades of Grammy Awards, and songs that defined entire generations.
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Rod Stewart: The raspy-voiced showman with endless charm.
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Paul McCartney: The legendary Beatle, whose bass lines and melodies shaped modern music.
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Mick Jagger: The electrifying Rolling Stones frontman who still owns the stage like no other.
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Elton John: The flamboyant piano man who recently wrapped up his solo farewell tour.
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Robert Plant: The golden god of Led Zeppelin, whose soaring voice still shakes arenas.
โThis isnโt about ego,โ Mick Jagger joked. โItโs about giving people a final ride โ one hell of a rock and roll ride.โ
The Concept: โONE LAST RIDEโ
According to the announcement, ONE LAST RIDE will span two continents, 20 cities, and six months โ bringing together the greatest catalog of classic rock anthems ever assembled on one stage.
The setlist is rumored to include:
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Beatles classics like Hey Jude and Let It Be.
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Zeppelin anthems such as Stairway to Heaven and Whole Lotta Love.
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Elton Johnโs Rocket Man and Tiny Dancer.
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Stones hits Satisfaction and Start Me Up.
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Rod Stewart favorites like Maggie May and Do Ya Think Iโm Sexy?
And in a twist that thrilled fans, the five will perform collaborative mashups, blending their legendary songs in never-before-heard arrangements.
Official Tour Dates & Cities
Hereโs the newly revealed 2026 schedule that has already sent fans scrambling for tickets:
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May 15 โ London, UK (Wembley Stadium) โ Opening Night
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May 20 โ Manchester, UK (Etihad Stadium)
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May 25 โ Glasgow, Scotland (Hampden Park)
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June 1 โ Paris, France (Stade de France)
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June 6 โ Berlin, Germany (Olympiastadion)
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June 12 โ Rome, Italy (Stadio Olimpico)
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June 18 โ Madrid, Spain (Santiago Bernabรฉu Stadium)
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June 25 โ Amsterdam, Netherlands (Johan Cruyff Arena)
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July 3 โ New York City, USA (Madison Square Garden)
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July 8 โ Boston, USA (Fenway Park)
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July 13 โ Chicago, USA (Soldier Field)
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July 20 โ Los Angeles, USA (SoFi Stadium)
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July 27 โ San Francisco, USA (Oracle Park)
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August 2 โ Dallas, USA (AT&T Stadium)
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August 10 โ Miami, USA (Hard Rock Stadium)
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August 18 โ Toronto, Canada (Rogers Centre)
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August 25 โ Vancouver, Canada (BC Place)
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September 3 โ Tokyo, Japan (Tokyo Dome)
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September 10 โ Sydney, Australia (Accor Stadium)
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September 20 โ Melbourne, Australia (MCG) โ Final Night
The tour will conclude with a spectacular finale in Melbourne, where all five legends will reportedly share the stage for a three-hour extravaganza.
Fan Reactions: โHistory in the Makingโ
The internet erupted within minutes of the announcement. Hashtags like #OneLastRideTour, #RockRoyalty, and #BritishLegendsUnite trended worldwide.
One fan wrote: โThis is history. Our parents saw them in their prime, and now we get to see them together. Iโm crying.โ
Another added: โOne stage, five icons, 20 cities. This isnโt a tour, itโs a miracle.โ
Even celebrities jumped in โ with Foo Fightersโ Dave Grohl posting: โIโll sell my soul for front-row seats. Legends.โ
Behind the Scenes: How It Came Together
Insiders revealed that Elton John was the one who initiated the idea, approaching McCartney during his farewell tour in 2023. The idea snowballed after Plant and Stewart signed on, with Jagger being the final piece of the puzzle.
โTheyโve all had legendary solo careers,โ a music industry executive explained, โbut they knew the clock was ticking. If they were ever going to unite, it had to be now. ONE LAST RIDE is their gift to the world.โ
Legacy of British Rock
For many, this tour represents not only entertainment but also a farewell to an era. These men defined British rockโs golden age โ their songs became anthems of rebellion, love, heartbreak, and freedom.
โSeeing them together is like seeing history walk on stage,โ a critic noted. โItโs not just a concert. Itโs a reminder of why rock and roll will never die.โ
Tickets & Expectations
Tickets are expected to go on sale in early October 2025, with presale options for fan clubs and VIP packages including exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities. Analysts predict record-breaking sales, with Wembley and Madison Square Garden shows likely to sell out within minutes.
A Final Bow
As the press conference ended, all five legends joined hands, raising them high as cameras flashed.
Robert Plant summed it up best:
โThis isnโt about looking back. Itโs about one last roar, one last ride, and one last reminder that British rock still burns brighter than ever.โ
For millions of fans around the world, ONE LAST RIDE will be more than a tour. It will be a pilgrimage โ a once-in-a-lifetime chance to witness the eternal spirit of rock and roll.