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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!"

Bon Jovi are coming to New York next year (Getty/Kevin Mazur)
Bon Jovi are coming to New York next year (Getty/Kevin Mazur)

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."



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.

Where to buy Bon Jovi MSG tickets and what time presale starts

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.

Richie Sambora left the band in 2013 (Getty/Kevin Mazur)
Richie Sambora left the band in 2013 (Getty/Kevin Mazur)

What will the set list look like?

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.

Bon Jovi in Nashville, April 2022:



  • Livin' on a Prayer
  • You Give Love a Bad Name
  • The Radio Saved My Life Tonight
  • We Weren't Born to Follow
  • It's My Life
  • Beautiful Drug
  • Born to Be My Baby
  • This House Is Not for Sale
  • Just Older
  • Let It Rain
  • Keep the Faith
  • American Reckoning
  • Whole Lot of Leavin'
  • Do What You Can
  • I'll Sleep When I'm Dead
  • Lost Highway
  • Roller Coaster
  • Who Says You Can't Go Home
  • Encore:
  • Wanted Dead or Alive
  • Bad Medicine
  • Second encore:
  • I'll Be There for You

Where are Bon Jovi performing in the US next year?

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.

Bon Jovi 2026 US tour dates:



  • Tuesday, July 7: New York, Madison Square Garden
  • Thursday, July 9: New York, Madison Square Garden
  • Sunday, July 12: New York, Madison Square Garden
  • Tuesday, July 14: New York, Madison Square Garden

Bon Jovi 2026 UK and Ireland tour dates:



  • Friday, August 28, 2026: Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
  • Sunday, August 30, 2026: Croke Park, Dublin
  • Friday, September 4, 2026: Wembley Stadium, London


Featured Image Credit: Getty/Kevin Mazur

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