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Usher and Chris Brown just kicked off the presale for “The R&B Tour” today. Two of the biggest R&B icons are joining forces for a 33-date stadium run across North America starting June 26. Fans desperate for tickets need to act fast, as presale spots are already filling up.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Presale Today: Citi cardmembers started buying tickets April 21 at 12 p.m. local time through 10 p.m. tomorrow
- Artist Presale: Begins Thursday, April 23 at 12 p.m. and runs through April 24 at 11 a.m. local time
- General Sale: Monday, April 27 at 12 p.m. local time via Ticketmaster
- Tour Dates: 33 dates from June 26, 2026 through December 11, 2026 across the US and Canada
R&B Superstars Unite for Massive 2026 Stadium Tour
Usher Raymond and Chris Brown announced this historic co-headlining tour on April 14, uniting two of the 21st century’s biggest R&B acts. The Grammy Award-winning artists will deliver a must-see stadium experience combining Usher’s smooth vocal style with Chris Brown’s high-energy performances. Fans have been anticipating this collaboration for years, and now it’s finally happening.
The tour begins June 26 in Denver at Empower Field at Mile High and closes December 11 in Tampa at Raymond James Stadium. This will be their first-ever co-headlining stadium run, making it an unmissable event for R&B fans nationwide.
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How to Secure Your Tickets Before They Sell Out Fast
Tickets are expected to sell out quickly, so industry experts recommend acting during presales. The Citi cardmember presale is happening right now through tomorrow at 10 p.m. Your Citi Entertainment membership gets you early access. The Artist Presale launches Thursday and requires early signup through Live Nation All Access before April 21 at 10 p.m. ET.
If you miss the presales, general public on-sale begins Monday, April 27 at 12 p.m. local time via Ticketmaster. Fans can also access VIP packages bundling premium seating, exclusive merchandise, and behind-the-scenes venue tours. Secondary market sites like StubHub, Vivid Seats, and SeatGeek will have tickets once primary sales close.
Complete R&B Tour Schedule and Venues
| City | Venue | Date |
| Denver, CO | Empower Field at Mile High | June 26 |
| Detroit, MI | Ford Field | July 2-3 |
| East Rutherford, NJ | MetLife Stadium | August 7-8 |
| Los Angeles, CA | SoFi Stadium | September 25-26 |
| Atlanta, GA | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | November 7-8 |
The tour features multi-night stands in seven major markets including Toronto, Las Vegas, and Washington D.C. Other major cities on the route include Minneapolis, Cleveland, Charlotte, Nashville, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Dallas, Houston, New Orleans, and Miami. The 33-date itinerary connects all NFL-sized venues for an epic stadium experience.
“The two superstars will be heading out on a joint stadium tour beginning this summer, where they will perform two shows at MetLife Stadium, making it an unmissable event for R&B fans.”
— NJ.com, Entertainment Reporter
Current Ticket Pricing and Early Sales Information
Face value tickets are now available through official presales and Ticketmaster. On the secondary market, resale tickets for MetLife Stadium shows in New Jersey start at around $288 for August 7 and $302 for August 8 on StubHub. Prices may increase significantly after presales end, depending on demand and inventory. VIP packages with premium amenities are available through vipnation.com starting at higher price points.
Industry analysts predict rapid ticket depletion, especially for major market shows like Los Angeles, New YorkArk, and Atlanta. Early birds securing presale tickets avoid markups and guarantee access. The general public sale on April 27 is expected to be competitive, so setting reminders and having purchase information ready is essential.
Will This Be the Biggest R&B Concert Event of 2026?
This collaboration represents a historic moment for R&B music. Usher’s recent Super Bowl LVIII halftime performance and ongoing Las Vegas residency positioned him as a touring powerhouse. Chris Brown’s 2024-2025 “11:11 Tour” proved massive arena demand. Now combining their star power into stadium venues creates unprecedented buzz. The first-ever co-headlining run between two R&B legends will likely become one of 2026’s most talked-about concert events.
Fans are already sharing excitement across social media platforms, with 1.4+ million Instagram interactions on the tour announcement post. No opening acts have been announced, but more details are coming soon according to the artists. This tour could redefine stadium concert experiences for R&B fans nationwide.
Sources
- Consequence of Sound: Comprehensive presale details and complete tour dates
- NJ.com: Ticket pricing information and presale strategies
- Ticketmaster: Official ticket sales and VIP package information
