Journey Announce ‘Final Frontier’ North American Farewell Tour
Journey have announced the Final Frontier Tour, a North American farewell run marking the end of more than 50 years on the road. The tour, long discussed by members of the band, will begin Feb. 28 in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and continue through July 2 in Laredo, Texas, with 60 dates already confirmed and additional shows expected.
The tour focuses largely on secondary and tertiary markets, continuing the band’s tradition of extensive national touring even in their final chapter.
Founding guitarist Neal Schon described the tour as a way to close a significant chapter while acknowledging the longevity of the band’s catalog. “This tour is our thank-you to the fans who’ve been with us through every era,” he said. “We’re bringing a new production and a setlist that reflects the full scope of the music.”
Schon noted that while Journey is retiring from touring, he intends to continue making music independently: “The sentiment and spirit of the band will always remain… This marks a farewell to one chapter, not the end of creating.”
Keyboardist Jonathan Cain added: “It’s been an incredible ride. We’ve shared this music with millions, and this tour is about gratitude and connection — one last chance to experience it together.”
Background and Internal History
Journey’s announcement arrives after several years of reduced activity and internal strain. Formed in 1973 by former members of Santana, the band became one of the most commercially successful rock acts of the late 1970s and 1980s.
Their trajectory shifted in 1987, when vocalist Steve Perry stepped away from public life. A short-lived reunion in 1996 produced Trial by Fire, but touring plans collapsed due to Perry’s health. Subsequent years saw multiple lineup changes before the arrival of Pineda in 2007.
The band has also navigated internal litigation, including disputes between Schon and Cain that surfaced through public filings and social media, as well as a prolonged legal battle with longtime rhythm section Ross Valory and Steve Smith, who were dismissed in 2020.
Despite instability, Journey maintained a demanding touring schedule for decades, often sharing bills with acts such as Def Leppard, Heart, and Toto. Their activity diminished in 2024, and they have not performed since April 24 in Cleveland.
Bellow are some the dates for the first leg of Journey’s Final Frontier Tour:
Feb. 28 – Hershey, PA
March 2 – Pittsburgh, PA
Mach 4 – Washington, D.C.
March 5 – Trenton, NJ
March 17 – Indianapolis, IN
March 19 – Milwaukee, WI
March 21 – Memphis, TN
March 22 – Lexington, KY
March 25 – N. Little Rock, AR
March 26 – Kansas City, MO
March 28 – New Orleans, LA
March 29 – Bossier City, LA
April 15 – Spokane, WA
April 17 – Vancouver, BC
April 19 – Eugene, OR
April 21 – Sacramento, CA
April 22 – Bakersfield, CA
April 24 – Fresno, CA
May 15 – Tampa, FL
May 16 – Jacksonville, FL
May 27 – State College, PA
May 28 – Charlottesville, VA
May 30 – Knoxville, TN r
May 31 – Savannah, GA
Jun 3 – Hampton, VA
June 4 – Roanoke, VA
June 6 – Worcester, MA
June 7 – Manchester, NH
June 10 – Buffalo, NY
June 11 – Allentown, PA
June 13 – Cincinnati, OH
June 14 – Grand Rapids, MI
June 17 – Evansville, IN
June 18 – Fort Wayne, IN
June 20 – Champaign, IL
June 21 – Green Bay, WI
June 24 – Moline, IL
June 25 – Springfield, MO
June 27 – Tupelo, MS
June 28 – Lafayette, LA
July 1 – Corpus Christi, TX
