Bon Jovi confirm huge Madison Square Garden gigs and fans are all asking one major question
Topics: Music
Danielle Fowler
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Topics: Music
Bon Jovi have confirmed 2026 Madison Square Garden shows and fans are all asking the same question.
Yesterday (Wednesday October 22), the legendary rockers announced they're performing four huge gigs at MSG next July, before heading to the UK and Ireland.
The Forever Tour is in celebration of their 16th studio album of the same title, which was released back in June 2024, and will see the group play their biggest hits.
Speaking about the 2026 run, Jon Bon Jovi said: "There is a lot of joy in this announcement - joy that we can share these nights together with our amazing fans and joy that the band can be together.
"I am lucky enough to be able to hold a light out to the audience each night and stand in their reflection for a tremendous collective experience - I get to stand in the WE of our concerts.
"I've spoken extensively on my gratitude but I will say it again, I’m deeply grateful that the fans and the brotherhood of this band have been patient and allowed me the time needed to get healthy and prepare for touring. I’m ready and excited!"
Amid the news, fans have been asking one major question.
"What about Richie?" one asked on X.
Another tweeted, "Far enough in advance to convince Richie to come back?"
A third said: "Announce Richie's return, and I'm in."
Not buying a ticket unless Richie Sambora is with them
— Dom de dom, PhF (@Domdedom4) October 22, 2025
The tweets are in reference to former bandmate Richie Sambora, who left the band in the middle of their 2013 world tour to focus on co-parenting his daughter with ex-wife Heather Locklear.
Sambora was replaced by Bon Jovi’s current guitarist Phil X. There has been widespread speculation that Sambora will reunite with the band for the upcoming tour, but nothing has been confirmed.
So, where can you buy tickets, and what time does general sale start? Find out everything you need to know below.
Presale for Bon Jovi's Forever Tour starts at 10am on Monday, October 27 via Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
If you miss out, general sale kicks off at 10am on Friday, October 31 via Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
Resale tickets are likely to become available via TicketNetwork and SeatGeek.
To avoid ticket scams and ensure a money-back guarantee, always purchase resale tickets through verified sites.
The tour announcement comes almost six years after Jon Bon Jovi took a break from the spotlight to focus on his health, following vocal cord surgery.
The set list has not yet been confirmed, but one of their last live performances in 2022 will give fans a good idea of what to expect on the big night.
The Forever Tour will kick off in July 2026 with four nights at Madison Square Garden in New York.
For those of you based in the UK and Ireland, you'll have the chance to be a part of the crowd on August 28 at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium and Dublin's Croke Park on August 30.
Your last chance to get involved is on September 4 at Wembley Stadium in London (buy UK tickets here). You can find out when they're coming to a city near you below.