Bon Jovi & NKOTB Confirm 2026 Co-Headlining Tour — Dates, Cities and Setlist Teasers Revealed….
In a move that’s sending waves of excitement through generations of music fans, Bon Jovi and New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) have officially announced a massive 2026 co-headlining world tour. The announcement dropped early Sunday morning, confirming that two of the most iconic names in pop and rock history will unite for a high-energy musical journey that promises nostalgia, new beginnings, and unforgettable live moments.
Dubbed “The Heart & Soul Tour 2026,” the collaboration marks the first time Bon Jovi and NKOTB will share the same stage — a fusion that blends arena rock’s anthemic power with the pop harmonies that defined a generation. According to insiders, the tour will kick off in April 2026 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, followed by stops in Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Boston, Toronto, London, Berlin, and Tokyo, with over 45 global dates already confirmed.
In an emotional video posted on Bon Jovi’s official Instagram, frontman Jon Bon Jovi said, “This tour is about unity, about celebrating the songs that made us who we are — and reminding fans that good music never goes out of style.” Meanwhile, NKOTB’s Donnie Wahlberg added, “We’ve shared stages at award shows and events before, but this time, we’re making history together. Two generations, one incredible night.”
The setlist, though not fully revealed, has already sparked speculation among fans. Leaked production notes suggest Bon Jovi classics like “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “You Give Love a Bad Name,” “It’s My Life,” and “Wanted Dead or Alive” will dominate the rock portion of the show. NKOTB, on the other hand, are expected to deliver hits such as “Step by Step,” “Hangin’ Tough,” “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” and their 2023 comeback single “Still Kids at Heart.”
Producers hint that the tour will feature a massive collaborative finale — a joint performance rumored to combine Bon Jovi’s rock anthem “Always” with NKOTB’s “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever),” creating an emotional, genre-blending moment designed to unite fans of every age.
Tickets are set to go on sale November 15, 2025, with exclusive pre-sale access for fan club members beginning November 12. VIP experiences will include backstage meet-and-greets, signed memorabilia, and limited-edition “Heart & Soul” tour apparel.
Music critics are already calling this partnership “a brilliant crossover between two eras of feel-good music.” Whether you grew up screaming to Bon Jovi’s guitar solos or dancing to NKOTB’s synchronized moves, 2026 is shaping up to be the year when rock and pop collide — and the results are going to be electrifying.
Get ready — The Heart & Soul Tour 2026 is coming to a city near you.
