“Freaks On Parade” Tour 2026 Announced: Shock Rockers Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson Team Up

If you thought the revival of 90s shock rock was a fleeting trend, think again. It looks like 2026 is officially the year we all dig our black eyeliner out of the drawer (and black jungle combat boots out of the closet) because Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson are hitting the road together again. The two industrial titans have announced they are co-headlining the “Freaks on Parade” tour this summer – and you know it’s going to be a spectacle, for better or worse.

It’s a Little Complicated – with Baggage 

This isn’t the first time these two have joined forces – veterans of the scene remember the “Twins of Evil” runs that packed amphitheaters in the past. But the landscape has changed significantly since they last shared a stage in 2019, and this announcement brings a heavy dose of baggage along with all the nostalgia.

The “Freaks on Parade” Lineup Is Stacked

Let’s start with the music itself because, strictly speaking, this lineup is a monster. Kicking off on Aug. 20 in West Palm Beach, Florida, the tour is a month-long sprint across North America. We’re talking 21 dates, hitting major spots like Chicago, Toronto, and Charlotte, before wrapping the tour up in Concord, California, on Sept. 20.

But musical acts Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson aren’t trekking across the continent alone. They are bringing along some serious musical firepower in the form of special guests. First up, we have The Hu, the Mongolian folk-metal collective that has been absolutely dominating the festival circuit with their throat singing and traditional instrumentation. If you haven’t seen them live, you’re definitely missing out; they bring an energy that is completely unlike anything else in metal right now.

Rounding out the bill is Orgy. Yes, the “Blue Monday” industrial rockers are back, adding another layer of late-90s synth-heavy nostalgia to the mix. Musically, this bill makes perfect sense. It’s a smartly curated evening of heavy, theatrical, industrial grit.

A Reunion Surrounded by Tension

We have to address the shock-rocker “elephant” in the room. This tour marks a significant, high-profile return for Manson following years of serious assault allegations and legal battles. While Manson has recently released his album, One Assassination Under God, his public image remains incredibly polarized.

The internet, as expected, is already divided. One glance at the comment sections on Rob Zombie’s announcement posts paints a chaotic picture. You have the die-hard loyalists who are thrilled to see the “Antichrist Superstar” back in arenas, and then you have a significant portion of the fanbase who are, well, disappointed – or downright angry – that Zombie is choosing to platform Manson right now.

It’s a bold move for Zombie, who is currently gearing up to release his eighth solo album, The Great Satan, on Feb. 27. Zombie has never been one to care much about public opinion, but hitching his wagon to Manson’s comeback attempt is a risk that may change the vibe of the tour from a fun nostalgia trip to something a bit more contentious.

How to Get Tickets

If you are ready to brave the mosh pit (and the discourse), you won’t have to wait very long. Presales are kicking off fast. If you have a Citi card, you can grab “Freaks on Parade” tickets starting Tuesday, Jan. 20. Artist presales – check their Instagrams for the codes – start Wednesday, Jan. 21.

For everyone else, the general on-sale begins Friday, Jan. 23. Given the names attached, these tickets are likely to move, regardless of the online chatter.

Whether you’re there for the spectacle, the new Zombie tracks, or just to see The Hu destroy the stage, this is undeniably going to be the most talked-about rock tour of the summer.

“Freaks on Parade” Tour Dates:

8/20  West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre

8/21  Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit U

8/23  Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

8/24  Charlotte, NC – Truliant Amphitheater

8/26  Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center

8/27  Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center

8/29  Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake

8/30  Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater

9/1  Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre

9/2  Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center

9/4  Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre

9/5  Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre

9/6  Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center

9/9  Maryland Heights, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

9/10  Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater

9/12  Greenwood Village, CO – Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre

9/14  West Valley City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

9/16  Airway Heights, WA – BECU Live at Northern Quest

9/17  Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre

9/18  Ridgefield, WA – Cascades Amphitheater

9/20  Concord, CA – Toyota Pavilion at Concord