The Who Kicks Off Epic Farewell Tour: Last Chance to Rock Live!
The Who's "The Song Is Over" farewell tour kicks off August 16, 2025, in Sunrise, FL, featuring 23 classic hits across North America.
The Who Kicks Off Epic Farewell Tour: Last Chance to Rock Live!
Roger Daltrey may have had his doubts about The Who touring North America again, but the legendary band has proven those concerns unfounded with the launch of their „The Song is Over North American Farewell Tour.“ This highly anticipated farewell tour kicked off on August 16, 2025, at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, marking a major event for fans who have cherished the band’s music over the decades. Following a couple of farewell shows in Italy earlier in July, the tour signals what could be the final chance for fans to experience The Who live.
The band, consisting of the iconic duo of Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend, plus a talented supporting cast, has crafted a 23-song setlist that showcases hits spanning their remarkable 60-year career. The current lineup includes:
- Roger Daltrey (vocals)
- Pete Townshend (guitar)
- Simon Townshend (guitar)
- Jon Button (bass)
- Loren Gold (keyboards)
- Jody Linscott (percussion)
- John Hogg (backing vocals)
- Scott Devours (drums, replacing Zak Starkey)
Amazing Setlist
The setlist for this tour is a nostalgic treat, featuring classics like:
- I Can’t Explain
- Substitute
- Who Are You
- The Seeker
- I Can See for Miles
- Bargain
- Love Ain’t for Keepin‘
- Behind Blue Eyes
- Going Mobile
- Pinball Wizard
- See Me, Feel Me
- Eminence Front
- My Generation
- You Better You Bet
- The Real Me
- I’ve Had Enough
- I’m One
- 5:15
- Love, Reign O’er Me
- Baba O’Riley
- Won’t Get Fooled Again
- Tea & Theatre
- The Song Is Over
This tour brings an end to an era, with tickets selling quickly due to the immense demand for what is billed as the final opportunity to catch the band live. Described as a farewell not just to the fans, but to a legacy, the tour is named after one of their notable songs from the 1971 album „Who’s Next.“
Where Are They Heading Next?
The tour schedule includes a total of 17 dates, delightfully taking The Who across major U.S. cities:
| Date | City, State | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| August 16, 2025 | Sunrise, FL | Amerant Bank Arena |
| August 19, 2025 | Newark, NJ | Prudential Center |
| August 21, 2025 | Philadelphia, PA | Wells Fargo Center |
| August 23, 2025 | Atlantic City, NJ | Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall |
| August 26, 2025 | Boston, MA | Fenway Park |
| August 28, 2025 | Wantagh, NY | Northwell at Jones Beach Theater |
| August 30, 2025 | New York, NY | Madison Square Garden |
| September 2, 2025 | Toronto, ON | Budweiser Stage |
| September 4, 2025 | Toronto, ON | Budweiser Stage |
| September 7, 2025 | Chicago, IL | United Center |
| September 17, 2025 | Los Angeles, CA | Hollywood Bowl |
| September 19, 2025 | Los Angeles, CA | Hollywood Bowl |
| September 21, 2025 | Mountain View, CA | Shoreline Amphitheatre |
| September 23, 2025 | Vancouver, BC | Rogers Arena |
| September 25, 2025 | Seattle, WA | Climate Pledge Arena |
| September 28, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV | MGM Grand Garden Arena |
Tickets are already available for purchase via the band’s official website, offering fans a chance to create lasting memories during this historic tour. With no plans for further North American shows following this tour, the time to come together and enjoy the music of The Who is now. Soap Central reports that this could be the last shot for many devoted followers.