Geddy Lee Announces One Final Tour in 2026
For decades, music has been more than just a profession for me—it has been the pulse of my life, the rhythm of my days, and the force that shaped everything I am. Since my earliest moments with Rush and throughout every note I’ve played, I’ve carried with me a deep love for sound, for performance, and for the connection that music creates between people. It is that bond, that invisible thread linking artist and audience, that has kept me going long after many thought I might step back for good.
In recent years, many have asked if I have retired. The truth is, I could never fully retire from music. It is not something you simply walk away from. Even during quiet moments, when there were no tours scheduled and no studio deadlines looming, the melodies never stopped running through my head. The bass still beckoned me, the keys still called, and my voice still wanted to carry stories to those willing to listen.
That is why, after much reflection, I have decided to embark on one last tour in 2026. This will not just be another series of shows—it will be a farewell celebration. A chance to revisit the songs that shaped my journey, to explore new interpretations of familiar pieces, and to thank every fan who stood with me, sang with me, and inspired me across generations. This tour will be my way of closing the circle, not with sadness, but with joy and gratitude.
To me, music has always been about connection. I think back to the earliest Rush shows, when Alex and I were kids chasing a dream, and Neil was driving us all to greater heights with his genius and precision. Together we discovered the magic of performance—the way a single bass line, a soaring lyric, or a thunderous drum pattern could ignite thousands of hearts at once. That feeling has never left me. It’s why I kept going long after the miles of travel grew heavy. It’s why even today, I cannot imagine never standing before an audience again.
This tour will not only celebrate the music of Rush but also highlight the chapters that came after. Over the years, I’ve experimented with solo projects, collaborated with dear friends, and immersed myself in the history of the instrument I love most: the bass. Each of these endeavors has deepened my appreciation for the craft, and I want to weave that spirit into the performances. Expect to hear Rush classics, yes—but also expect surprises, reinterpretations, and maybe even a few songs that haven’t had their moment on stage until now.
I am also dedicating this tour to the memory of Neil Peart. His brilliance, discipline, and imagination shaped not only Rush but also my own identity as a musician. Though he is no longer with us physically, his presence will be felt in every note, every rhythm, and every ovation. Performing again will be my way of honoring him while also honoring the countless fans who still keep his spirit alive.
Of course, none of this would matter without the people who made it all possible: you, the fans. You carried us through long tours, supported us through experiments and reinventions, and gave life to music that could have easily remained locked away in a studio. This tour is my thank-you. Every night will be dedicated to you, the ones who stood in arenas, amphitheaters, and clubs, who waited in lines, who played our records until they wore thin, who found meaning in lyrics and melodies, and who grew alongside us.
The 2026 tour will be a journey, both backward and forward. A reflection on where we’ve been, and a step into where I am going next. Though this will be my last major tour, I will never stop playing. Music is in my blood. Even when the stages fall quiet, I will continue to create, to write, and to honor the legacy we built together.
So let us meet once more. Let us fill the nights with sound, with light, with memory, and with hope. One last tour, one last shared adventure, one last chance to say thank you in the most meaningful way I know—through music.
I cannot wait to see you all in 2026.
With love and gratitude,
Geddy Lee