Bringing Down the Horse 30th Anniversary Tour: The Wallflowers Pay Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
The Wallflowers have announced a 2026 tour across North America and the UK/Europe to commemorate the 30th anniversary of their breakthrough album, Bringing Down the Horse. Led by Jakob Dylan, the band will perform the album in its entirety and also pay tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers by playing Long After Dark in full. The tour will begin in Portland, Oregon on April 17th and will include stops in major cities like Vancouver, Dallas, Nashville, Chicago, and Toronto. The North American leg will conclude on September 6th in Milwaukee, followed by dates in the UK and Europe, including London, Paris, and Dublin.
The decision to perform Bringing Down the Horse and Long After Dark back-to-back was made to celebrate the fans' love for the Wallflowers' album and the band's admiration for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Bringing Down the Horse, which peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, featured the band's hit song "One Headlight," which won Grammy awards for Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group. The Wallflowers previously performed both albums consecutively at a special concert in Los Angeles in October 2024.
The Wallflowers' 2026 tour dates include performances in various cities across North America, such as Portland, Vancouver, Dallas, Nashville, Chicago, and more. The band will also head to the UK and Europe for shows in London, Paris, Dublin, and other locations. Fans can purchase tickets for the tour on the band's website.
In conclusion, The Wallflowers' upcoming tour promises to be a special celebration of their iconic album Bringing Down the Horse and a tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. With a lineup of performances across North America and the UK/Europe, fans can look forward to experiencing the band's music in a unique and memorable way.