My Chemical Romance is parading through the U.S. on a 2026 stadium tour to perform their popular 2006 album, "The Black Parade," in full. "The Black Parade 2026" tour will "carry on" with 17 dates to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the studio album. The U.S. portion of the tour kicks off on Aug. 9, 2026 in New York City, and concludes on Oct. 24, 2026 with three nights in Los Angeles.
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All the Details of My Chemical Romance Tour 2026
The New Jersey-based pop-punk band consists of lead vocalist Gerard Way, lead guitarist Ray Toro, rhythm guitarist Frank Iero and bassist Mikey Way. (Former drummer Bob Bryar passed away in 2024.) The band is considered one of the most influential rock groups of the 2000s.
The band was founded in 2001. One of their best-known albums is "The Black Parade." The rock opera and concept album's lead single was "Welcome to the Black Parade." The My Chemical Romance tour will feature that album in its entirety. You can expect theatrical performances when you see them play live. The band also released "Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge (Deluxe Edition)" in June 2025.
Setlist
The setlist features the band's popular favorites from over 24 years and the entire album of "The Black Parade."
The original 2006 album is just over 52 minutes and contains these songs:
- "The End."
- "Dead!"
- "This Is How I Disappear"
- "The Sharpest Lives"
- "Welcome to the Black Parade"
- "I Don't Love You"
- "House of Wolves"
- "Cancer"
- "Mama"
- "Sleep"
- "Teenagers"
- "Disenchanted"
- "Famous Last Words"
- "Blood" (hidden track)
You may expect the band to include other popular songs such as "I'm Not Okay (Promise)" "Helena," "Vampire Money" and "The Ghost of You," among others.
Who Are the My Chemical Romance Opening Acts?
Each show has a different supporting act. The U.S. leg of the My Chemical Romance tour opening acts include Franz Ferdinand, Pierce the Veil, Modest Mouse, Iggy Pop, Sleater-Kinney, the Breeders, Babymetal, Jimmy Eat World and the Mars Volta.
What Time Does My Chemical Romance Go on Stage?
What time does My Chemical Romance go on stage? For the most part, most shows start at 6 p.m. You can expect the opening act to take the stage first around 6 p.m. Then after a break, My Chemical Romance will come on stage, likely between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The actual times may vary by venue and depend on which band is opening and how long their sets are. Some of these openers are pretty well-known themselves!
Are you planning on catching a live My Chemical Romance concert during "The Black Parade 2026" Tour? And what's your favorite My Chemical Romance song? Let us know in the comments below!
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