Legendary rock band announces 2025 tour dates: “A lot of people will say, ‘My God, do you want to go out and die on the road?”
These rock legends return with new music, a stacked tour lineup, and a mindset that proves they’re far from slowing down.
The Doobie Brothers are hitting the road again in 2025, bringing their classic hits and fresh tracks to fans across North America. The tour kicks off on August 4 in Detroit, Michigan, at the Pine Knob Music Theatre, with stops in major cities including Boston, Chicago, New York, and Toronto.
This tour coincides with the release of their new album, “Walk This Road,” set to drop on June 6. The album reunites core members Patrick Simmons, Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald, and John McFee, marking their first original studio collaboration with McDonald since 1980. Fans can look forward to new songs like the title track “Walk This Road,” featuring Mavis Staples, and “Call Me,” both available now.
At the risk of getting your head bopping and your foot tapping, here’s a little reminder of one of the classics:
Who else is touring with the Doobie Brothers?
As you may have expected, some special guests have already been lined up with The Coral Reefer Band, known for their performances with the late Jimmy Buffett, joining them on this journey. We’re awaiting further info.
Reflecting on their enduring passion for performing, the now 76-year-old Simmons addressed the notion of aging rockers on the road.
“A lot of people will be like, ‘Oh god you want to be out, die on the road?’ Well, why not? It’s as good as going anywhere else.
“The dream of getting up there and rockin' onstage, that was all kind of what we idealized as kids, and here we are, as old guys, still living it.”
Check out the title track from their upcoming album:
Where and when can I see the Doobie Brothers 2025 tour?
Here’s a rundown of the tour as announced so far:
August 4: Pine Knob Music Theatre, Detroit, MI
August 6: The Pavilion at Star Lake, Burgettstown, PA
August 7: PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, NJ
August 9: Jiffy Lube Live, Bristow, VA
August 10: Northwell at Jones Beach, Wantagh, NY
August 12: Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheatre, Virginia Beach, VA
August 13: Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, Camden, NJ
August 15: Xfinity Center, Boston, MA
August 17: BankNH Pavilion, Gilford, NH
August 18: Broadview Stage at SPAC, Saratoga Springs, NY
September 4: Hollywood Casino Amphitheater, St. Louis, MO
September 5: Thunder Ridge Nature Arena, Ridgedale, MO
September 9: American Family Insurance Amphitheatre, Milwaukee, WI
September 10: Credit Union 1 Amphitheater, Tinley Park, IL
September 12: Riverbend Music Center, Cincinnati, OH
September 13: Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville, IN
September 15: FirstBank Amphitheatre, Franklin, TN
September 17: Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls, OH
September 18: Budweiser Stage, Toronto, ON
When can I buy Doobie Brothers tour tickets?
Tickets go on sale Friday, February 14 – that’s Valentine’s Day in case you’ve forgotten – at 10 a.m. local time via Live Nation. Prices have not been announced but there’s a presale option on the website. Given the band’s enduring popularity, it’s wise to secure your seats early.
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