Canadian music legends Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings are set to reunite as The Guess Who for their first cross-country tour in 23 years. The iconic duo announced an extensive 2026 Canadian tour that will see them perform under their original band name for the first time since 2003.
Historic Reunion Tour Details
The highly anticipated tour kicks off on May 26, 2026 at the Avenir Centre in Moncton, New Brunswick, and concludes on August 23, 2026 at the PNE in Vancouver. Music fans in Toronto can catch the legendary performers at Scotiabank Arena on May 30, 2026.
In an emotional statement, Burton Cummings expressed his excitement about the reunion: "Randy and I are thrilled that our songs have never gone away. That people still want to hear us perform them live. We are going to go out and HONOUR the music."
Randy Bachman echoed the sentiment, adding: "I'm looking ahead and very excited to be joining up with Burton and touring as The Guess Who again. Together we created decades of incredible songs and memories that still stand strong today. Can't wait to sing them with you all soon!"
Ticket Information and Special Guest
Ticket pre-sales begin this Tuesday, with general public sales starting on Friday, November 14 at 10 a.m. The tour will feature special support from Don Felder, formerly of the Eagles, adding to the classic rock experience.
Fans are encouraged to visit the official website at theguesswho.com for complete ticket information and additional tour details.
Resolution of Band Name Dispute
This tour marks a significant milestone for the musicians, who have been performing as Bachman-Cummings due to a longstanding copyright disagreement over The Guess Who name. The dispute originated when former bassist Jim Kale, who was fired from the band in 1972, obtained permission for a single reunion concert but subsequently trademarked the name in the United States in 1987.
In a major victory for the original members, Bachman and Cummings announced in September 2024 that they had regained control of The Guess Who name through an out-of-court settlement. This legal resolution paved the way for their historic reunion tour under the iconic band name that made them Canadian music legends.
Legacy and Recent Honors
Formed in 1965, The Guess Who released 11 studio albums that all charted in both Canada and the United States. Their 1970 album "American Woman" reached number one in Canada and number nine in the U.S., cementing their status as international rock stars.
The band achieved remarkable chart success with 14 singles in the U.S. Top 40 and more than 30 hit songs in Canada, including timeless classics like "American Woman," "These Eyes," "No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature," and "No Time."
Adding to their legacy, the duo were recently announced as 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees, recognizing their enduring contribution to popular music.
Complete 2026 Tour Dates
The full tour schedule includes:
- May 26 – Moncton, N.B. – Avenir Centre
- May 27 – Halifax, N.S. – Scotiabank Centre
- May 29 – Laval, Que. – Place Bell
- May 30 – Toronto – Scotiabank Arena
- June 1 – Hamilton – TD Coliseum
- June 2 – London, Ont. – Canada Life Place
- June 5 – Winnipeg – Canada Life Centre
- June 6 – Saskatoon – SaskTel Centre
- June 8 – Calgary – Scotiabank Saddledome
- June 10 – Edmonton – Rogers Place
- July 19 – Ottawa – Ottawa Bluesfest
- August 23 – Vancouver – The Pacific National Exhibition
This reunion tour represents not just a musical event, but a celebration of Canadian music history, bringing together two of the country's most beloved musicians to perform the songs that defined a generation.
