New Era: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Announce Massive 2026 Co-Headlining World Tour — Full Dates and Cities Revealed
In one of the biggest announcements the music world has seen in years, **Coldplay** and **Imagine Dragons** have officially revealed that they will embark on a **2026 co-headlining world tour**. Titled *“Legends United: The World Tour”*, this unprecedented collaboration will bring together two of the most influential and chart-topping bands of the 21st century for a global celebration of music, unity, and artistry.
Fans across the globe have been buzzing with anticipation since rumors of the collaboration first surfaced earlier this year. Now, the speculation has finally turned into reality, as both bands confirmed the massive tour during a joint live-stream event, complete with a sneak peek of what’s to come.
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### Dates and Cities Revealed
The 2026 co-headlining tour is set to cover over **40 cities across six continents**, ensuring that fans everywhere will have the chance to experience this once-in-a-lifetime spectacle. The tour will kick off on **March 15, 2026, in Los Angeles, California**, before making stops in major cities including New York, London, Paris, Tokyo, Sydney, São Paulo, Cape Town, and Toronto.
Here’s a glimpse of the first wave of announced dates:
* **March 15, 2026** — Los Angeles, CA (SoFi Stadium)
* **March 22, 2026** — New York, NY (MetLife Stadium)
* **April 5, 2026** — London, UK (Wembley Stadium)
* **April 12, 2026** — Paris, France (Stade de France)
* **April 26, 2026** — Berlin, Germany (Olympiastadion)
* **May 10, 2026** — Tokyo, Japan (Tokyo Dome)
* **May 24, 2026** — Sydney, Australia (Accor Stadium)
* **June 7, 2026** — São Paulo, Brazil (Allianz Parque)
* **June 21, 2026** — Cape Town, South Africa (Cape Town Stadium)
* **July 4, 2026** — Toronto, Canada (Rogers Centre)
Additional cities and dates will be announced soon, with both bands hinting at surprise shows in smaller venues for more intimate fan experiences.
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### What Fans Can Expect
Coldplay, known for their emotionally charged performances, immersive visuals, and stadium-filling anthems, will bring their signature mix of heartfelt ballads and euphoric energy to the stage. Imagine Dragons, on the other hand, will add their explosive rock-driven energy, with frontman Dan Reynolds promising **“a show that will shake the ground and move the soul.”**
The joint setlist is expected to feature each band’s biggest hits, including Coldplay’s *“Viva La Vida,” “Fix You,”* and *“A Sky Full of Stars”*, alongside Imagine Dragons’ powerhouse tracks like *“Radioactive,” “Believer,”* and *“Demons.”*
Perhaps most exciting is the confirmation that both bands are working on a **special collaborative performance segment**, where they’ll merge their styles to deliver brand-new renditions of fan favorites, as well as a few surprise unreleased songs.
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### Band Reactions
Speaking about the tour, **Chris Martin** of Coldplay said:
*“This tour isn’t just about us; it’s about what music can do when we come together. Imagine Dragons are incredible, and bringing our fans together in one space feels magical. 2026 will be unforgettable.”*
**Dan Reynolds**, frontman of Imagine Dragons, echoed the sentiment:
*“Coldplay has been an inspiration to us from day one. To share the stage with them on a tour of this scale feels like a dream come true. We’re ready to create something people will never forget.”*
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### A Cultural Milestone
Industry experts are already calling this collaboration one of the most ambitious projects in live music history. With both bands known for breaking ticket records and delivering transformative live shows, the *“Legends United Tour”* is expected to draw millions of fans worldwide.
Ticket presales are scheduled to begin on **November 15, 2025**, with general sales opening on **November 20**. Fans are being advised to register early, as demand is expected to skyrocket.
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### Final Thoughts
The Coldplay & Imagine Dragons co-headlining 2026 world tour isn’t just another series of concerts—it’s a cultural milestone, uniting two generations of rock-pop giants under one banner. With its promise of unforgettable music, dazzling production, and moments of unity, this tour is already shaping up to be **the defining live music event of the decade**.
Get ready, because when Coldplay and Imagine Dragons take the stage together, the world will be watching.
-The *Legends United World Tour 2026* kicks off March 15. Don’t miss your chance to witness history.**