Two massive metal bands are teaming up for a massive US tour this fall. Mushroomhead and Fear Factory have joined forces for the “Soul of a New War Machine Tour,” bringing their heavy sounds to venues across the country.
Tour Overview and Must-See Stops
The co-headlining trek kicks off on October 13, 2026, in New Haven, Connecticut, and wraps up on November 11 in Nashville, Tennessee. Nine Treasures will be opening for both bands on most dates. A huge highlight is Mushroomhead’s annual Halloween show on October 31 at the Agora Theater in Cleveland, Ohio—expect a wild, themed night.
When and Where to Get Tickets
General ticket sales for select dates begin on Friday, February 20, 2026, at 10 a.m. local time. You can grab tickets through Ticketmaster. Keep an eye out for onsale dates for all shows as they’re announced.
What’s New with the Bands?
Both groups have gone through changes but are still rocking hard.
Mushroomhead’s Latest Jams
After founding vocalist Jeffrey Nothing left in 2018, Mushroomhead released their 2024 album Call the Devil. It’s their second full-length since his departure, proving they’re still a force in nu-metal.
Fear Factory’s Current Vibe
Fear Factory has mainly focused on live shows lately. Their last studio album was 2021’s Aggression Continuum. Original singer Burton C. Bell exited in 2020, and Milo Silvestro has been handling vocals since 2021, keeping the cyber-metal alive.
Full 2026 Tour Dates
Here’s every stop on the “Soul of a New War Machine Tour.” Nine Treasures is supporting all dates marked with an asterisk (*).
- October 13 – New Haven, CT @ Toad’s Place *
- October 14 – Portland, ME @ Aura *
- October 15 – Hampton Beach, NH @ Wally’s *
- October 16 – Harrisburg, PA @ Capitol City Music Hall *
- October 17 – Stroudsburg, PA @ Sherman Theater *
- October 18 – Leesburg, VA @ Tally Ho *
- October 20 – Glenside, PA @ Keswick Theater *
- October 21 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground *
- October 22 – Harrison, OH @ The Blue Note *
- October 23 – St. Charles, IL @ Arcada Theater *
- October 24 – Green Bay, WI @ Epic Events Center *
- October 25 – Belvidere, IL @ Apollo Theater *
- October 27 – Hobart, IN @ The Art Theatre *
- October 28 – Cadillac, MI @ Venue Event Center *
- October 29 – Flint, MI @ Machine Shop *
- October 31 – Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theater (Annual Halloween Show) *
- November 1 – Ft. Wayne, IN @ Pierre’s *
- November 3 – Lexington, KY @ Manchester Music Hall *
- November 5 – Houston, TX @ Scout Bar *
- November 6 – Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live *
- November 7 – Corpus Christi, TX @ Brewster Ice House *
- November 8 – Dallas, TX @ AM/FM *
- November 10 – Sauget, IL @ Pop’s *
- November 11 – Nashville, TN @ Basement East *
Wrapping It Up
This tour is a dream for metal fans, blending Mushroomhead’s experimental nu-metal with Fear Factory’s industrial aggression. With Nine Treasures adding to the mix and that epic Halloween show, it’s set to be one of the fall’s hottest tours. Mark your calendars for ticket sales and get ready for a serious headbanging experience!
