By Azzam Bilal 
HangupsMusic.com – New York, The evolution of Big Thief has always been characterized by a restless, searching energy, a quality that has seen them grow from intimate Brooklyn venues to the most prestigious stages in the world. In a move that signals their continued dominance of the independent music landscape, the group has officially unveiled the "Somersault Slide 360 Tour." This extensive trek, scheduled for 2026, will see the band traversing the Atlantic twice, beginning with a comprehensive European and United Kingdom run in the spring before returning for a massive North American circuit that concludes in the autumn. The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for the band as they continue to navigate their new identity as a trio, following the departure of longtime bassist Max Oleartchik.
Now comprised of the core creative engine of Adrianne Lenker, Buck Meek, and James Krivchenia, Big Thief is stepping into this next chapter with a sense of renewed purpose. The "Somersault Slide 360 Tour" serves as the primary live vehicle for their latest critically acclaimed work, Double Infinity. Released last year via the venerable 4AD label, the album further cemented the band’s reputation for blending raw, vulnerable songwriting with avant-garde folk arrangements. While the group spent a portion of 2025 on the road, that initial run was a relatively brief re-entry into the touring world. The 2026 schedule, by contrast, is a marathon undertaking that reflects the band’s commitment to bringing their evolving sound to every corner of the globe.
The journey begins in April 2026, with a heavy focus on Northern Europe and the UK. The band will kick off the festivities with a two-night residency at Oslo’s Sentrum Scene, a venue known for its exceptional acoustics and historical significance in the Norwegian music scene. From there, they will move through Stockholm and Copenhagen before heading into the heart of Western Europe. A significant highlight of the European leg includes a four-night stand at London’s O2 Brixton Academy in late April. Such a lengthy residency at one of the UK’s most iconic venues is a testament to Big Thief’s massive draw and the deep connection they have fostered with British audiences. Following the London dates, the band will make a highly anticipated stop at Dublin’s 3Arena, marking one of their largest Irish headlining shows to date.
As spring turns to summer, Big Thief will transition into the festival circuit and larger outdoor spaces. Their June itinerary is particularly dense with high-profile appearances, including a slot at the Northside Festival in Denmark and a coveted performance at Primavera Sound in Barcelona. These festival dates will be interspersed with club and theater shows across Spain, Italy, Germany, and Luxembourg. The European leg concludes in mid-June, giving the trio a brief respite before they pivot to the North American continent for the remainder of the year.
The North American portion of the "Somersault Slide 360 Tour" is a sprawling 26-date odyssey that begins on August 2 at the Waterfront Park Concert Series in Burlington, Vermont. This opening date sets the tone for a tour that favors a mix of scenic outdoor settings and historic indoor theaters. From the Northeast, the band will head into Canada for two nights at Montreal’s L’Olympia and a performance at Toronto’s Meridian Hall. A particularly noteworthy stop occurs on August 8 at MASS MoCA in North Adams, Massachusetts. The contemporary art museum’s industrial backdrop provides a fittingly experimental atmosphere for Big Thief’s often-unpredictable live performances.
Throughout mid-August, the tour will snake through the American Midwest, hitting major cultural hubs including Detroit’s Masonic Temple Theatre, Chicago’s Salt Shed, and Minneapolis’ Surly Brewing Festival Field. These venues, ranging from historic temples to modern outdoor spaces, reflect the diverse textures of the band’s discography. Fans can expect a setlist that draws heavily from Double Infinity, but given the band’s penchant for improvisation and their vast catalog of unreleased material, no two shows are likely to be identical. Adrianne Lenker’s songwriting, often described as both ethereal and grounded, remains the focal point, while Buck Meek’s idiosyncratic guitar work and James Krivchenia’s inventive percussion provide the essential scaffolding.
The tour’s late-summer progression takes the band through the South and Southwest, including a performance at the legendary Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on August 22. Known as the "Mother Church of Country Music," the Ryman is a bucket-list venue for any artist rooted in folk and Americana traditions. The reverence of the space is expected to amplify the intimacy of Lenker’s lyrics. After a short break in early September, the band returns to the stage at the Santa Fe Opera, a venue famed for its stunning architecture and open-air design that looks out over the New Mexico desert.
The final leg of the tour focuses on the West Coast and the Mountain West. Highlights include a two-night engagement at the Libbey Bowl in Ojai, California—a town known for its artistic community and spiritual energy—and a run through the Pacific Northwest that includes stops in Vancouver, Seattle, and Spokane. As the weather begins to cool in October, Big Thief will head into Montana and Wyoming before reaching the tour’s grand finale. On October 6, the "Somersault Slide 360 Tour" will conclude at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver, Colorado. Performing at Red Rocks is widely considered a pinnacle achievement for touring musicians, and for Big Thief, it serves as a triumphant bookend to a year of global travel.
The transition to a trio has been a point of much discussion among the band’s dedicated fanbase. For years, the chemistry between the four original members was seen as a delicate, unbreakable ecosystem. However, the release of Double Infinity proved that Lenker, Meek, and Krivchenia are more than capable of sustaining the band’s sonic identity. In many ways, the leaner lineup has allowed for more space within their arrangements, highlighting the rhythmic interplay between Krivchenia’s drums and Meek’s lead guitar. This tour will be the definitive test of this new configuration, offering a look at how they re-imagine older material while pushing the boundaries of their new songs.
Tickets for the "Somersault Slide 360 Tour" are expected to be in high demand, following the trend of the band’s previous sold-out runs. As they move into these larger rooms and iconic amphitheaters, the intimacy that defined their early years remains their greatest asset. Whether playing to a few hundred people in a basement or thousands at Red Rocks, Big Thief possesses a rare ability to make a massive space feel small and personal. This upcoming tour is not just a celebration of their latest album, but a victory lap for a band that has stayed true to its artistic instincts while becoming one of the most influential acts of their generation.
The full 2026 itinerary is as follows:
04-08 Oslo, NO – Sentrum Scene
04-09 Oslo, NO – Sentrum Scene
04-10 Stockholm, SE – B-K
04-11 Copenhagen, DK – K.B. Hallen
04-13 Berlin, DE – Columbiahalle
04-14 Cologne, DE – E-Werk
04-17 Paris, FR – L’Olympia
04-18 Paris, FR – L’Olympia
04-19 Lille, FR – Aeronef
04-21 Amsterdam, NL – AFAS Live
04-23 London, UK – O2 Brixton Academy
04-24 London, UK – O2 Brixton Academy
04-25 London, UK – O2 Brixton Academy
04-26 London, UK – O2 Brixton Academy
04-29 Dublin, IE – 3Arena
05-27 Manchester, UK – Aviva Studios
05-28 Manchester, UK – Aviva Studios
05-30 Glasgow, UK – Barrowland Ballroom
05-31 Glasgow, UK – Barrowland Ballroom
06-02 Brussels, BE – Forest National
06-04 Aarhus, DK – Northside Festival
06-06 Barcelona, ES – Primavera Sound
06-09 Sevilla, ES – Cartuja Center
06-10 Madrid, ES – Noches del Botánico
06-12 Bilbao, ES – Santana 207
06-14 Milan, IT – Magnolia
06-15 Munich, DE – Tonhalle
06-16 Hamburg, DE – Große Freiheit 36
06-18 Luxembourg, LU – Den Atelier
08-02 Burlington, VT – Waterfront Park Concert Series
08-04 Montreal, QC – L’Olympia
08-05 Montreal, QC – L’Olympia
08-06 Toronto, ON – Meridian Hall
08-08 North Adams, MA – MASS MoCA
08-10 Detroit, MI – Masonic Temple Theatre
08-11 Indianapolis, IN – Rock the Ruins
08-13 Chicago, IL – Salt Shed (Outdoor)
08-14 Madison, WI – The Sylvee
08-15 Minneapolis, MN – Surly Brewing Festival Field
08-17 Des Moines, IA – Val Air Ballroom
08-19 Bentonville, AR – Momentary Green
08-22 Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
09-16 Santa Fe, NM – The Santa Fe Opera
09-17 Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theater
09-19 Ojai, CA – Libbey Bowl
09-20 Ojai, CA – Libbey Bowl
09-22 Reno, NV – Grand Sierra Resort
09-24 Vancouver, BC – Malkin Bowl
09-25 Seattle, WA – Remlinger Farms
09-26 Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory
09-28 Calgary, AB – Southern Jubilee
09-29 Edmonton, AB – Northern Jubilee
10-02 Bonner, MT – KettleHouse Amphitheater
10-03 Bozeman, MT – The ELM
10-04 Jackson, WY – Center for the Arts
10-06 Denver, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre