Iconic '80s Rocker Announces Exciting Update to Summer Tour
Hey, little sister, what will you be doing this summer? If you're a Billy Idol fan, the correct answer is buying tickets to see him in concert.
The 70-year-old rock icon added 17 shows across the US in August and September for the summer leg of the "It's a Nice Day to... Tour Again!" tour, which was announced on April 7. The tour kicks off in Scranton, Pennsylvania, on August 7 and ends in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on September 22.
On Wednesday, May 27, Idol also revealed that a handful of special guests would be joining him for the special dates, writing on Instagram, "'It's A Nice Day To…Tour Again!' continues this summer and I'm excited to share that we've added @clubdevo @susannahoffs @villanellemusic and @grocerybag.tx to the tour 👊🏼 see you all out there soon!"
The tour dates follow Idol's energetic performance at the American Music Awards on Monday, May 25, 2026. The "Mony Mony" singer was honored that evening with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Idol took the stage on Monday night to play "Eyes Without a Face" and "Dancing With Myself" alongside his longtime guitarist, Steve Stevens.
During Idol's speech, he told fans, "When I started out in punk rock back in 1976, we thought it may last about six months, let alone 50 years! We were doing it for the love and because music was the only thing that gave us a sort of feeling of freedom."
Idol was then presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Leon Thomas, marking what has become a monumental year for the British rocker. Earlier this year, he and his guitarist were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026.
He's also been on tour since April 2025, with the first stop in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 30, 2025, when he co-headlined with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.
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This story was originally published May 27, 2026 at 9:41 AM.