The Chicks are heading back on the road in 2026 with a very special run of shows, announcing the Taking the Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour, a celebration of one of the most defining albums of their career. Kicking off on September 30 in Detroit, the tour will see the trio return to more intimate theatre settings across the U.S., offering fans a rare opportunity to experience the landmark record performed in full, alongside a closing set packed with career-spanning favourites.
More than just a nostalgic revisit, the tour feels like a victory lap for an album that reshaped both the band’s trajectory and the wider country music landscape. Originally released in 2006, ‘Taking the Long Way' became a cultural touchstone, earning multiple Grammy Awards and producing enduring anthems like ‘Not Ready to Make Nice,' a song that still resonates with its themes of defiance and personal autonomy nearly two decades on. Performing the album in full for the first time, these shows promise to be both reflective and deeply cathartic.
Fans won’t have long to wait to secure tickets. An artist presale begins on Wednesday, June 3 at 10am local time, with general on-sale following on Thursday, June 4 at 10am local time via the band’s official website. Those hoping to access the presale must sign up in advance, with registration closing on May 31 at 11:59pm PT: no code required, just a registered account.
The run will take Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire and Emily Strayer across major cities including Chicago, New York, Nashville and Austin, before wrapping with two nights in Hollywood this November. Along the way, audiences can expect the tight harmonies, fearless storytelling and commanding stage presence that have defined The Chicks’ live shows for decades.
Following their acclaimed 2020 album ‘Gaslighter,' the trio remain as relevant and vital as ever, bridging generations of fans while continuing to challenge expectations. This anniversary tour not only honours their past, but reinforces why their music still matters now.
THE CHICKS – TAKING THE LONG WAY 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR DATES
- Wednesday, September 30, 2026 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 – Chicago, IL – The Auditorium
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 – Chicago, IL – The Auditorium
- Tuesday, October 6, 2026 – Washington, DC – The Anthem
- Monday, October 12, 2026 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
- Tuesday, October 13, 2026 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
- Thursday, October 15, 2026 – Nashville, TN – The Truth
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 – San Antonio, TX – Majestic Theatre
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 – San Antonio, TX – Majestic Theatre
- Tuesday, October 20, 2026 – Austin, TX – Bass Concert Hall
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 – Seattle, WA – Benaroya Hall
- Monday, October 26, 2026 – Seattle, WA – Benaroya Hall
- Thursday, October 29, 2026 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
- Friday, October 30, 2026 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
- Sunday, November 1, 2026 – Hollywood, CA – Dolby Theatre
- Monday, November 2, 2026 – Hollywood, CA – Dolby Theatre
With demand expected to be high and venues more intimate than their usual arena runs, this is likely to be one of the most sought-after tours of 2026: both a celebration of a classic album and a reminder of The Chicks’ enduring power on stage.
