Hot Water Music announces final tour dates for 2026
Punk legends Hot Water Music have revealed their upcoming live shows for the rest of 2026, with performances marked in Europe and North America that extend well into November. The tour encompasses an exciting lineup of festival appearances, a cluster of European gigs with Broilers, stand-alone shows, and an extensive stint across North America in support of The Menzingers.
This expedition heralds the release of the band’s latest album, Vows, which served as a celebratory offering for Hot Water Music’s 30th anniversary. Notable collaborations on the album featured contributions from key figures in the music scene, including members from Turnstile, Thrice, City and Colour, Alexisonfire, and The Interrupters amongst others. Additionally, the band put out a split EP with Quicksand towards the end of 2024, hosting a mix of covers, exclusive tracks, and debuting the unreleased gem “Undertow.”
The schedule for Hot Water Music’s 2026 Tour Dates unfolds as follows:
Dates in July:
– Jul 24 and 25 – Arena Vienna, Austria
– Jul 26 – Ruhrpott Rodeo, Hünxe, Germany
Dates in August:
– Aug 7 – Brakrock, Duffel, Belgium
– Aug 8 – Freilichtbühne Loreley in Sankt Goarshausen, Germany
– Aug 9 – Open Flair Festival, Eschwege, Germany
– Aug 11 – Punk Rock Holiday, Tolmin, Slovenia
– Aug 12 – Bellaria Igea Marina, Verucchio, Italy
– Aug 13 – Dynamo, Zurich, Switzerland
– Aug 14 – Cargo Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic
– Aug 15 – Tells Bells Festival, Villmar, Germany
September to November Dates:
In September, the band will light up the Lost Evenings Festival in Dallas, and make their way through to various venues across Texas and Colorado. Come October, Hot Water Music will set ablaze cities like Phoenix, Los Angeles, Portland, Eugene, Seattle, and more, finally climaxing their American leg at the Anthology in Rochester, New York. November will see them traversing through iconic cities like Atlanta, Boston, and Brooklyn, among others.
The journey for Hot Water Music promises a whirlwind of electrifying performances in diverse settings, ensuring a captivating experience for fans across Europe and North America. Make sure to catch them live as they bring their signature brand of punk energy to stages near you.