Rock Legend George Thorogood Announces Windsor Concert Date
Canadian music fans in Windsor are in for a treat as rock and roll icon George Thorogood brings his celebrated Baddest Show on Earth tour to Caesars Windsor on May 21, 2026. The legendary musician and his band, The Destroyers, will perform at The Colosseum stage, promising an evening of high-energy boogie blues that has defined their career for over five decades.
A Career Spanning Generations
At 75 years old, Thorogood continues to deliver the raw, electrifying performances that made him famous. Since their explosive debut in 1976 as an independent breakthrough act, George Thorogood & The Destroyers have become cornerstones of classic rock, with a career that includes:
- More than 8,000 live shows performed worldwide
- Over 15 million albums sold globally
- Iconic performances at major events including Live Aid and Saturday Night Live
- Tours with rock legends like John Fogerty, ZZ Top, and Sammy Hagar
The band's signature sound, characterized by Thorogood's trademark snakeskin attire and sunglasses, has produced numerous chart-topping hits that remain radio staples today. Concertgoers can expect to hear classics such as:
- One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer
- Move It On Over
- Who Do You Love?
- I Drink Alone
- Get A Haircut
- Bad to the Bone
Special Guests and Ticket Information
Adding to the evening's excitement, The Marshall Tucker Band will join as special guests. With a music catalogue spanning more than 20 studio albums and numerous live releases, the Southern rock group brings their own impressive legacy to the stage. Their multi-platinum sales include beloved hits like Heard It In a Love Song, Can't You See, and Fire on the Mountain.
The concert begins at 8 p.m. at Caesars Windsor's Colosseum. Tickets go on sale online starting Friday at 10 a.m. through the following channels:
- Official Caesars Windsor website
- Ticketmaster platform
- Caesars Windsor box office (open Fridays, Saturdays, and show days from 1 to 9 p.m.)
Important venue policies require that all guests must be 19 years or older to attend concerts and enter the casino and related facilities. For additional details about the event, visitors are encouraged to check the Caesars Windsor official website.
This concert represents a significant cultural event for Windsor's entertainment scene, bringing one of rock music's most enduring acts to Southern Ontario. With both Thorogood's decades of experience and The Marshall Tucker Band's extensive catalogue, the evening promises to deliver a memorable celebration of classic rock history.
