Get ready to mark your calendars, music fans, because Gorillaz are finally hitting the road again in North America after a nearly four-year hiatus! Damon Albarn and his virtual bandmates are crossing the Atlantic to bring their electrifying live performances to fans across the U.S. and Canada this fall, in support of their latest album, The Mountain. But here's where it gets exciting: they're not coming alone. Most dates will feature powerhouse support acts like Little Simz and Deltron 3030, promising an unforgettable night of genre-bending music. Below, you'll find the full list of tour dates, including a special festival appearance at Atlanta's Shaky Knees.
The tour kicks off on September 17 in Orlando, Florida, and wraps up on Halloween in Seattle, Washington. And this is the part most people miss: nestled in the middle is a festival date at Shaky Knees, where Gorillaz will share the stage with other top acts. It’s a rare chance to catch them in a festival setting, so don’t sleep on that one!
Now, let’s address the elephant in the room. Gorillaz initially planned to tour North America in 2023 but pulled out due to “scheduling conflicts and circumstances beyond our control.” Was it really just scheduling, or was there more to the story? Fans were left scratching their heads, especially after their star-studded Coachella performance featuring Bad Bunny, Beck, Thundercat, and more. At the time, they were also celebrating their album Cracker Island, so the cancellation felt like a missed opportunity. But hey, better late than never, right?
This tour marks a highly anticipated return for the band, whose unique blend of alternative rock, hip-hop, and electronic music has captivated audiences for decades. If you’re new to Gorillaz, now’s the perfect time to dive in. Check out Jazz Monroe’s review of The Mountain for a deep dive into the album, or revisit Eric Thurm’s essay on how Gorillaz revolutionized pop narratives.
But here’s the controversial question: Are Gorillaz still as innovative as they were in their early days, or have they become a nostalgia act? Let us know in the comments—we’d love to hear your thoughts!
Here’s the full tour schedule for The Mountain Tour:
Gorillaz: The Mountain Tour
- 09-17 Orlando, FL – Kia Center &^
- 09-18 Miami, FL – Kaseya Center &^
- 09-20 Atlanta, GA — Shaky Knees Festival
- 09-23 Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center &^
- 09-26 Washington, DC – Capital One Arena &^
- 09-27 Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion &^
- 09-29 New York, NY – Madison Square Garden &^
- 10-01 Boston, MA – TD Garden &^
- 10-03 Montreal, Quebec – Bell Centre &^
- 10-04 Toronto, Ontario – Scotiabank Arena &^
- 10-06 Cleveland, OH – Rocket Arena &^
- 10-07 Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena &^
- 10-08 Chicago, IL – United Center &^
- 10-15 Austin, TX – Moody Center &^
- 10-16 Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena &^
- 10-18 Denver, CO – Ball Arena &^
- 10-20 Salt Lake City, UT – Delta Center &^
- 10-22 Glendale, AZ – Mortgage Matchup Center &^
- 10-24 Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum ^
- 10-25 San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena ^
- 10-28 Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena &^
- 10-30 Portland, OR – Moda Center &^
- 10-31 Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena &^
& with Little Simz
^ with Deltron 3030
Don’t miss your chance to see Gorillaz live—tickets are sure to sell out fast!
