Upcoming Red Hot Chili Peppers dates
Dates and live ticket listings appear here as soon as they are on sale. The guide below covers what to know before you buy.
Who the Red Hot Chili Peppers are
The Red Hot Chili Peppers are the Los Angeles rock band formed in 1982, known for fusing alternative rock with funk, punk and hip-hop. The current lineup is Anthony Kiedis (vocals), Flea (bass), Chad Smith (drums, since 1988) and John Frusciante (guitar, back since December 2019). On their most recent tour the band played stadiums for most of the run and amphitheaters at the end, so a ticket usually means a large outdoor show built on a deep catalog of radio hits.
The numbers explain the demand: more than 120 million records sold, three Grammy Awards, 15 number-one singles on Billboard's Alternative Songs chart and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. Californication (1999) is their best-selling album, and Blood Sugar Sex Magik (1991), By the Way (2002) and Stadium Arcadium (2006) supply much of a typical setlist.
Lineups, eras and why Frusciante matters to fans
The band was founded by Kiedis, Flea, guitarist Hillel Slovak and drummer Jack Irons. Slovak died in 1988, and Chad Smith joined on drums that December. Frusciante's guitar defines the band's most popular records, and his time in the band has come in stints: he left in 1992, returned in 1998, left in 2009 and rejoined in late 2019, replacing Josh Klinghoffer, who had played guitar from 2009 to 2019.
That history shapes how fans buy. The Frusciante lineup recorded Unlimited Love and Return of the Dream Canteen, both released in 2022, and Unlimited Love became the band's first number-one album since 2006. For many fans, a show with this lineup is the version of the band they grew up with.
Notable tours and shows, dated
- Super Bowl XLVIII halftime show (February 2014): a guest appearance with Bruno Mars.
- Unlimited Love Tour (June 4, 2022, to July 30, 2024): 119 shows over 11 legs, opening in Seville, Spain, and closing in Maryland Heights, Missouri. It included the band's first headlining stadium shows in North America and sold more than 3.4 million tickets, with revenue reported at almost 400 million US dollars. Openers over the run included Thundercat, The Strokes, Iggy Pop and Ice Cube.
- 2024 amphitheater leg: the final North American leg moved from stadiums to smaller amphitheaters (outdoor venues with a covered reserved section and a lawn).
- Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony (August 2024): a performance as part of the handover to Los Angeles.
After the 2024 dates, Chad Smith said the band would take a break and begin writing a new album in 2025. As of fall 2026, the band's official site lists no tour dates, though Kiedis has said the band plans to reunite. Any dates that appear will show in the event list on this page.
Where to sit for a stadium show
Stadium rock shows use an end-stage layout: the stage at one end of the field, with seats behind it closed or sold as limited view. Confirm the layout on the seating map attached to each event.
- Front floor (general admission or pit): the closest view of Flea and Frusciante trading parts, and the most energetic crowd. Stadium floors are flat and usually standing, so mid-floor and back rely on the screens.
- Lower-level sideline seats near the stage: the best reserved seats for most fans. They are raised above the floor and angled toward the stage, so you see the players rather than only the screens.
- Lower-level seats facing the stage: farther away but square to the full production, and close to the soundboard, where the mix is set.
- Upper level: the value tier. Front rows near center beat high corners, where wind and distance soften the sound.
Avoid sections right beside the stage unless the listing describes the view; speaker and screen structures can block much of it.
Where to sit at an amphitheater show
Amphitheaters are a better room for this band. The covered reserved sections sit close and rise gently, and the stage is never far away.
- Front reserved sections: the closest and most sought-after seats, usually priced highest.
- Rear reserved seats under the roof: the value pick under cover, with good sound and protection from rain.
- The lawn: general admission on a grass slope behind the reserved seats. It is the most relaxed option and the farthest from the stage; arrive early for a spot with a clear view, and check the venue's chair and blanket rules.
How demand for Chili Peppers tickets behaves
- Long breaks build demand. The band tours in large cycles tied to new albums, with gaps between them, so a newly announced run tends to sell strongly in presales.
- Presales come first. Fan-club or newsletter presales and promoter presales usually open before the public on-sale, and floor tickets near the stage tend to go fastest.
- Weekend dates and big markets move quickest. Friday and Saturday shows and major metro stadiums usually sell through first.
- Openers can add demand. Strong co-bills, such as The Strokes on parts of the last tour, draw fans of both acts.
Resale prices can sit above or below face value and tend to move as a show approaches. Every order on GoodSeats is backed by a 100% guarantee. For announcements from the band, see the Red Hot Chili Peppers' official site.
Frequently asked questions
Are the Red Hot Chili Peppers touring?
The band took a break after its 2024 dates to write a new album, and as of fall 2026 its official site lists no tour dates. Any shows that are announced will appear in the event list on this page.
Who is in the Red Hot Chili Peppers?
Anthony Kiedis on vocals, Flea on bass, Chad Smith on drums and John Frusciante on guitar. Frusciante rejoined in December 2019.
How big was the Unlimited Love Tour?
It ran from June 2022 to July 2024 with 119 shows and sold more than 3.4 million tickets, including the band's first headlining stadium shows in North America.
What are the best seats for a Red Hot Chili Peppers concert?
Lower-level sideline seats near the stage give a raised, close view of the band. The front floor is closest but standing, and upper-level center seats are the value choice.
When was the band inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
The Red Hot Chili Peppers were inducted in April 2012. They also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on March 31, 2022.