Canadian rock icons Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman are reuniting for The Guess Who Reunion Tour 2026, marking their first official tour under the band’s name in over 20 years.
The cross-country tour — announced on Monday — begins May 26, 2026, in Moncton, New Brunswick, and concludes June 10, 2026, in Edmonton, Alberta. The reunion follows a 2024 legal settlement that restored full trademark rights to the duo, allowing them to once again perform as The Guess Who.
The tour will feature special guest Don Felder, the former guitarist of The Eagles, and will showcase a full setlist of the group’s classic hits, including “American Woman,” “No Time,” and “These Eyes.”
Dates, Venues, and Ticket Information
According to Reuters, The Guess Who Reunion Tour 2026 is one of the most anticipated Canadian music events in recent years.
The 10-date run will stop in major cities including Toronto, Hamilton, Vancouver, Winnipeg, and Calgary, offering fans a long-awaited chance to see the original members perform together again.
Tickets go on sale to the general public on November 14, with exclusive pre-sales beginning earlier in the week.
Each concert will include a setlist spanning The Guess Who’s greatest hits, deep cuts, and fan-favorite live renditions from their 1960s and 1970s catalog — a catalog that helped define the golden age of Canadian rock.
“Fans have waited decades for this moment,” said a Live Nation Canada representative in a press release. “This tour celebrates The Guess Who’s legacy and the reunion of two musicians whose songs became the soundtrack of a generation.”
Resolving a Two-Decade Legal Dispute
This reunion became possible following a landmark legal settlement reached in 2024.
For years, Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman were locked in a trademark dispute with former bandmates Jim Kale and Garry Peterson over who could legally use The Guess Who name in touring and promotional material.
The legal battle caused confusion among fans, as multiple groups had toured under the same banner.
In 2024, a court-approved settlement granted Cummings and Bachman full ownership of The Guess Who trademark, officially recognizing them as the legitimate successors to the band’s legacy.
“It was important to us to protect the integrity of what we built,” Cummings said in a statement. “This music belongs to the people who created it and the fans who’ve supported us since the beginning.”
Why the Reunion Matters
The reunion marks a major moment in Canadian music history.
The Guess Who remain one of Canada’s most successful and influential rock bands, with a legacy that includes multiple Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 hits, international tours, and induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Their 1970 hit “American Woman” became the first song by a Canadian band to reach No. 1 on the U.S. charts, symbolizing the group’s international influence.
Music industry analysts note that the 2026 tour could be one of the top-grossing classic rock events of the decade, appealing to both long-time fans and new audiences discovering their catalog on streaming platforms.
“This isn’t just a reunion — it’s a reclamation of legacy,” said Rolling Stone Canada critic Daniel Grant. “Cummings and Bachman coming together again closes a chapter in Canadian rock history on their own terms.”
What’s Next: The Road Ahead for The Guess Who
Following the summer 2026 tour, Cummings and Bachman plan to release a live concert film and companion album, capturing highlights from the performances.
There are also talks of a special tribute show in Winnipeg, the band’s hometown, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of The Guess Who’s formation.
The pair have hinted that while the 2026 tour may serve as a farewell to large-scale touring, they remain open to select future performances and collaborations.
For now, fans across Canada are preparing to celebrate the long-awaited return of the voices behind “These Eyes” and “Share the Land” — a reunion decades in the making.
