Aerosmith will return to the stage for two special concerts at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Oct. 29 and Nov. 1, marking a major live-performance milestone for the veteran rock band after its 2024 touring retirement.
Billed as “California, Dream On: Aerosmith & Friends,” the shows will feature an all-star roster of guest performers, including Eric Church, Run-DMC, Heart and Billy Idol. The lineup also includes The Black Crowes, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, Duff McKagan, Jerry Cantrell, Marcus King, Mike Inez, Nuno Bettencourt, Pat Monahan, Sammy Hagar, Slash, Steve Stevens, Sully Erna and Tom Morello, among others. Additional guest announcements are expected.
The reveal of the Hollywood Bowl dates follows a series of social media teasers featuring frontman Steven Tyler and rock photographer Ross Halfin at the Hollywood Bowl marquee. The clips initially sparked speculation about the band’s plans before the group revealed more information about the upcoming performances. The events are being presented as special concerts rather than a confirmed return to regular touring.
Aerosmith’s touring career came to an abrupt halt in September 2023 after Tyler suffered a serious vocal injury during the band’s Peace Out farewell tour. The remaining dates were postponed, and in August 2024, the group announced it would no longer tour because of concerns surrounding the singer’s recovery.
The upcoming concerts represent a significant return for the band, whose catalog includes such enduring hits as “Dream On,” “Sweet Emotion” and “Walk This Way.” Aerosmith has continued to make occasional appearances since stepping away from touring, including a 2025 collaboration with British rocker Yungblud on the EP “One More Time.” The Hollywood Bowl shows will bring the band together with several prominent artists from across rock and hip-hop, although further details about the performances may still emerge.
Tickets are scheduled to go on sale Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. Pacific time. Head to www.aerosmithandfriends.com for info.
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