Artist guide
Queens of the Stone Age Concerts 2026-2027: Tour Schedule, Tickets and Cities
The band founded by Josh Homme: a desert rock catalogue, two distinct tour formats and a practical ticket guide.
Prepared by the FlyVentis editorial team and regularly reviewed for travel and event accuracy.
Who are Queens of the Stone Age?
Queens of the Stone Age was founded in 1996 by Josh Homme and carried the desert rock sound associated with Palm Desert, California, to a wide audience.
The line-up is Josh Homme (vocals, guitar), Troy Van Leeuwen (guitar), Michael Shuman (bass), Dean Fertita (keys, guitar) and Jon Theodore (drums). The band has recently played both a stripped-down acoustic run and full rock shows, and the two formats are different ticket propositions. Use the FlyVentis records below for current stops.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Origin | Palm Desert, California, United States |
| Members | Josh Homme, Troy Van Leeuwen, Michael Shuman, Dean Fertita, Jon Theodore |
| Genre | Alternative rock / stoner rock |
| Active | Since 1996 |
| Notable albums | Rated R (2000), Songs for the Deaf (2002), ...Like Clockwork (2013), Villains (2017), In Times New Roman... (2023) |
Achievements and milestones
- The band has received nine Grammy nominations.
- Songs for the Deaf is listed among the most influential rock albums of the 2000s.
- Founder Josh Homme is regarded as a central figure in the desert rock scene.
- The band recently ran a separate tour format built on stripped-down acoustic arrangements.
Acoustic run or rock show?
The band has recently performed in two formats: seated shows built on stripped-down acoustic arrangements, and full-band rock concerts. Repertoire, venue type and audience layout differ completely between them.
Read the tour name and the venue type on the event card together; a seated theatre and a room with a standing floor do not give the same experience.
Line-up on co-headline and festival dates
On some summer dates the band tours alongside other major acts. At those events the set is shorter and the running order is set by the headline act.
If you are travelling for this band alone, tell a standalone show apart from a shared bill. The going abroad for a concert guide sets the order straight.
Queens of the Stone Age upcoming dates
Concert-day checklist
- Confirm whether the event is an acoustic show or a rock concert.
- On a shared bill, check the running order.
- Read the late-entry rule for seated venues.
- Plan late-night transport before the show.
What to know before you go
- Two different tour formats can run in the same year.
- On co-headline tours the set is shorter.
- Seated acoustic shows have a completely different audience layout.
- Never share your barcode with third parties.
How to plan travel for a Queens of the Stone Age concert
Buy the ticket first and search for flights afterwards. Seated acoustic shows start early, while rock concerts finish late; plan the day around the format.
Book the return for the day after a rock show. Choose accommodation by late-night transport links.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I see current Queens of the Stone Age dates?
The live section on this page uses FlyVentis event records. Recheck the date, city and venue before buying or travelling.
What is the difference between the acoustic run and a normal concert?
Repertoire, venue type and audience layout differ. Acoustic shows are usually staged in seated halls, rock concerts in rooms with a standing floor.
How many members does the band have?
Five: Josh Homme, Troy Van Leeuwen, Michael Shuman, Dean Fertita and Jon Theodore. The touring line-up can vary on specific dates, so read the event detail.
