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Brandi Carlile just announced a 21-show expansion of her Human Tour starting August 13 in Portland, Maine. The eleven-time Grammy winner will bring her electrifying live experience to major cities including Nashville, Austin, and Vancouver through September 22. Find out which venues made the cut.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Tour Launch: August 13, 2026 at Cross Insurance Arena in Portland, Maine
- Duration: 40 days of shows across North America, ending September 22 in San Diego
- Red Rocks Run: Three consecutive nights in Morrison, Colorado (September 11-13)
- Supporting Acts: Six different openers including Jensen McRae, I’m With Her, and CMAT
A Historic Tour for a Historic Year
Brandi Carlile has earned major recognition in 2026. The TIME Magazine Woman of the Year honoree performed “America the Beautiful” at Super Bowl LX just weeks before announcing this massive fall expansion. Her latest albums and accolades have propelled her to unprecedented heights in her career spanning decades.
The announcement comes fresh on the heels of her first arena leg, which concluded in March 2026. Fans responded with overwhelming enthusiasm, and venues like Bridgestone Arena in Nashville and Red Rocks were quickly added to meet demand. This second leg represents one of the biggest tour expansions of her career.
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Iconic Venues and Unforgettable Settings
The Human Tour part two features a carefully curated mix of arena, amphitheater, and outdoor venues. Red Rocks Amphitheatre outside Denver gets three consecutive nights, a rare honor that speaks to Carlile’s drawing power and the breathtaking venue’s capacity. Other highlights include Rogers Arena in Vancouver and intimate outdoor shells like the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park in San Diego.
The variety means fans will experience Carlile’s powerful presence in different settings. Indoor arenas amplify her emotional intensity, while outdoor venues offer summer night magic. Each location carries distinct acoustics that showcase different facets of her vocal and instrumental prowess.
Star-Studded Opening Acts Keep Every Date Fresh
Unlike the first leg, this fall roster rotates six supporting artists. Jensen McRae opens the northeast dates, while I’m With Her handles the midwest run. Gregory Alan Isakov takes Nashville, The Head and The Heart covers the southeast and southwest, Stephen Wilson Jr. opens at Red Rocks, and CMAT brings irreverent energy to the west coast shows.
| Region | Key Cities | Opening Act |
| Northeast | Portland, Uncasville, Bethel | Jensen McRae |
| Midwest | Rochester, Grand Rapids, Madison | I’m With Her |
| South and Southwest | Nashville, Charlotte, Austin | The Head and The Heart |
| Mountain and West | Red Rocks, Vancouver, San Diego | CMAT / Stephen Wilson Jr. |
“Few artists command a room or a 10,000-seat amphitheater quite like Brandi Carlile. The Boston Herald praised the Part 1 run for Brandi’s unmistakable vocal delivery with a towering band, her strange and perfect songs done with all the drama they deserve.”
— SeatGeek, Concert Review
What Makes This Tour Different from Previous Legs
Carlile’s Human Tour debuted in February 2026 with The Head and The Heart as the sole opener. The second leg ups the ante with rotating artists and premium venues. Her February benefit show in Minneapolis raised over $600,000 for The Advocates for Human Rights, demonstrating her commitment to activism beyond the stage.
The album supporting this tour, “Returning to Myself,” debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard 200 in October 2025. It marks her first solo project in four years, making this expansion a celebration of major artistic growth. The setlist heavily features new material while weaving in fan favorites and deep cuts.
How to Secure Your Tickets for This Epic Festival of Sound
Tickets for the new dates went on sale Friday, March 20 via Ticketmaster. Paid Bramily members and artist presale customers accessed tickets earlier in the week. Prices vary by venue and seating, but demand remains high across all markets. Early reports suggest Red Rocks shows and major arena dates are selling rapidly.
The 2026 Human Tour represents a career milestone for Brandi Carlile. With TIME Magazine recognition, Grammy accolades, and sold-out venues, she’s reached an artistic peak that demands you experience her live. Will you catch one of these historic shows?
Sources
- Consequence – 2026 Human Tour expansion announcement with complete venue and opener details
- SeatGeek – Comprehensive ticket guide and concert experience review for the fall leg
- The Human Tour Official – Complete schedule and venue information across North America and Europe
