Aerosmith to Headline Two-Night Hollywood Bowl Concert Event With All-Star Guest Lineup

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Aerosmith will return to the stage for two shows at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 29 and November 1, 2026, as part of a concert event billed as “California, Dream On: Aerosmith & Friends,” produced by Live Nation-Hewitt Silva and Blackbird Presents.

The event is set to feature a rotating roster of guest artists across both nights, including The Black Crowes, Run-DMC, Heart, Billy Idol, Eric Church, Sammy Hagar, Slash, Tom Morello, Jerry Cantrell and members of Alice in Chains, Guns N’ Roses and Red Hot Chili Peppers, among others, with Don Was serving as music director. According to the announcement, additional guests and surprise appearances will be revealed closer to the shows, and lineups will vary by night.

Citi cardmembers can access presale tickets starting October 8, with general on-sale beginning October 10. The promoters also plan to offer VIP packages including early entry and merchandise upgrades.

Based on a press release provided to Music Industry Weekly by Erika Thomas, LiveNation.com.