Hell's bells! Rock 'n' roll fans better get ready to rock the night away because one of the world's biggest bands is returning to four Canadian cities in 2026.
AC/DC have announced additional dates for their current performances. Turning on the power tour (named after the band's 2020 album of the same name), which includes stops at some of North America's largest stadiums.
In Canada, the Australian rock band will perform with The Pretty Reckless in Vancouver, Edmonton, Toronto and Montreal.
Their first stop will be in Edmonton at the 56,400-seat Commonwealth Stadium on August 9, 2026.
“We are thrilled to host rock legends AC/DC at Commonwealth Stadium, the largest stadium of its kind in Canada,” said Heather Suiter, Director of Commonwealth Stadium.
“Events like this attract people from across the city, province and beyond and demonstrate that Edmonton is a favorite concert destination for major artists.”
AC/DC left fans earlier Thunderbolt in Edmonton in 2015 and 2009.
Following Edmonton, AC/DC will perform at BC Place in Vancouver on August 13, 2026.
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Following shows south of the border, AC/DC will head to Montreal for a show at Parc Jean-Drapeau on September 12, 2026. The St. Lawrence River park, which can accommodate up to 65,000 people, is also scheduled to host Iron Maiden a week before AC/DC arrives.
Their final show in Canada will be on September 16th at Rogers Stadium in downtown Toronto.
Tickets for all stops in Canada go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. local time on Ticketmaster.
AC/DC has been one of rock 'n' roll's leading bands for over four decades, having sold over 200 million albums worldwide.
One of the most influential rock bands in history, AC/DC played their first concert on December 31, 1973 at a nightclub in Sydney, Australia.
By 1980, the band was on the rise, known for its high-energy performances and predictably intense songs. Their album Road to Hell was certified gold in America and entered the top 25 on the Billboard album charts.
The group was founded by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young; the latter died in 2017 at the age of 64. after years of suffering from dementia. Angus remains the only constant member of the group.
Turning on the power The tour will feature Angus Young on lead guitar, vocalist Brian Johnson, rhythm guitarist Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug and bassist Chris Chaney.
AC/DC were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.
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