What to expect at Foo Fighters' Take Cover Tour: Setlist, start time and more

Foo Fighters returning to North American stadiums always feels like an event, and this one is starting to come into focus from across the Atlantic. The “Take Cover Tour” is currently rolling through international dates, giving fans their first real look at the setlist, show length and live-show energy before the North American leg begins August 4 in Toronto.

While excitement is building on this side of the tour, fans do not have to go in blind. Based on Foo Fighters’ overseas shows so far, the “Take Cover Tour” looks like a long, loud, career-spanning rock night built around new songs, old favorites, deep cuts, big singalongs and the kind of “Everlong” finale that can make a stadium feel personal.

Ultimate guide to Foo Fighters' "Take Cover Tour"

Foo Fighters’ “Take Cover Tour” arrives in North America on August 4, 2026, after international shows gave fans a clearer preview of what to expect. The North American schedule includes stadium, arena and festival dates.

Here is what to know before heading to the show, from who is opening to what songs Foo Fighters may play, how long the concert runs, what to bring and how to get Foo Fighters tickets on SeatGeek.

What is Foo Fighters' "Take Cover Tour"?

The “Take Cover Tour” is Foo Fighters’ 2026 world tour, following the release of “Your Favorite Toy.” The tour is currently overseas, with the North American leg scheduled to begin August 4 at Rogers Stadium in Toronto.

The album marks a new chapter for the band, including Ilan Rubin’s first Foo Fighters album on drums, while the live show still reaches across the band’s full catalog. Based on the international dates so far, this is not a short album-playthrough concert. Recent setlists have mixed “Your Favorite Toy” songs with Foo Fighters staples, older fan favorites, rarities and long live-show stretches built for a crowd.

Foo Fighters upcoming North American dates

Here is the Foo Fighters’ upcoming North American schedule, with major stops throughout August and September.

Who is opening for Foo Fighters on the "Take Cover Tour"?

Queens of the Stone Age are the main support act for most North American “Take Cover Tour” stadium dates, with Mannequin Pussy also listed on many of those shows. Gouge Away appears on select dates, including Vancouver and Las Vegas.

The lineup varies by date, so check your specific event listing before heading out.

What time does Foo Fighters go on stage?

Many main North American dates are listed with an early evening start time, which likely reflects the full bill rather than Foo Fighters’ exact stage time. With major support acts on most nights, Foo Fighters should be expected later in the evening, not right at the listed start.

Recent international shows are a useful guide. Foo Fighters started around 8:30 p.m. in Paris, 7:25 p.m. at Anfield in Liverpool and 8:05 p.m. in Munich. Exact timing can vary by venue, curfew, festival schedule and date-specific production needs, so check your event page before show day and arrive early if you want the full lineup.

How long is a Foo Fighters concert?

Foo Fighters are known for long, high-energy sets, and the “Take Cover Tour” has kept that reputation intact. Recent international shows have generally run around two-and-a-half to three hours, with long setlists, extended live moments and an encore built around some of the band’s biggest emotional swings.

For a full North American stadium date with support acts, fans should plan for a long night. Between arriving, getting through security, catching the openers, watching Foo Fighters’ set and leaving with the rest of the crowd, the full experience can easily stretch five hours or more.

Foo Fighters "Take Cover Tour" setlist

The “Take Cover Tour” has not reached North America yet, but international shows have already given fans a useful preview of what Foo Fighters may bring to the U.S. and Canada. Setlists can still change by city, especially across festival dates and special-event shows, but recent 2026 performances point to a long, career-spanning set built around hits, new songs and deeper catalog picks.

Based on recent “Take Cover Tour” setlists, Foo Fighters fans may hear songs such as:

1. “All My Life”

2. “The Pretender”

3. “Times Like These”

4. “Rope”

5. “Stacked Actors”

6. “My Hero”

7. “Learn to Fly”

8. “These Days”

9. “Walk”

10. “This Is a Call”

11. “No Son of Mine”

12. “Wheels”

13. “Marigold”

14. “For All the Cows”

15. “Big Me”

16. “Under You”

17. “La Dee Da”

18. “Your Favorite Toy”

19. “Monkey Wrench”

20. “Breakout”

21. “Aurora”

22. “Caught in the Echo”

23. “Best of You”

24. “The Teacher”

25. “Exhausted”

26. “Everlong”

Foo Fighters have historically rotated several songs night to night, so treat this as a guide rather than a guarantee.

Do Foo Fighters perform covers on the "Take Cover Tour"?

Despite the tour name, the “Take Cover Tour” is not a covers-only show. Recent setlists have been overwhelmingly built around Foo Fighters songs, with hits, deep cuts and newer material carrying the night.

That does not mean surprises are off the table. Foo Fighters have a long history of slipping rarities, snippets, guest moments and loose live detours into their shows. Recent international setlists have included “Marigold,” tied to Dave Grohl’s pre-Foo Fighters Late! project, along with medley-style moments and song fragments during band introductions. Treat any cover or rarity as a bonus, not the main structure of the concert.

Do Foo Fighters play older hits?

Yes. Foo Fighters’ Take Cover Tour is not just focused on new material. Based on fan-reported 2026 setlists, the band is still playing major older hits like “Everlong,” “My Hero,” “Learn to Fly,” “All My Life,” “Times Like These,” “The Pretender” and “Best of You,” along with deeper catalog picks from earlier albums.

Is there an encore at Foo Fighters' "Take Cover Tour" concert?

Yes. Foo Fighters typically include an encore on the Take Cover Tour, and fans should not leave early. Based on fan-reported 2026 setlists, “Everlong” has been the most likely final song, with the encore often serving as one of the biggest emotional peaks of the night.

What is the "Take Cover Tour" production like?

Foo Fighters do not need a spaceship, a magic trick or a 40-foot inflatable gimmick to own a stadium. The production is built around the band’s live engine, with guitars up front, drums driving everything forward, big screens for the upper decks, arena-scale lighting and Dave Grohl working the crowd like he is trying to pull every last voice out of the building.

That does not mean the show is small. On stadium dates, the scale comes from the size of the room, the volume of the crowd and the way songs like “All My Life,” “The Pretender,” “Best of You” and “Everlong” expand when tens of thousands of people are singing at once. This is less about polished spectacle and more about controlled chaos with very good lighting.

When should I arrive for a Foo Fighters concert?

Treat the listed start time as the beginning of the whole night, not just a countdown to Foo Fighters. Many North American dates have major support acts, and arriving late could mean missing a lot more than background music.

For most fans, arriving about 90 minutes before the listed start time is a smart plan if you want merch, food, drinks or time to settle in before the first act. If you know the venue well and are heading straight to your seat, arriving about 60 minutes before showtime may be enough, but stadium traffic, security lines and mobile ticket scanning can all add time.

Festival and special-event dates may run differently from the main stadium shows, so check the full event schedule before leaving.

What should I bring to a Foo Fighters concert?

Your mobile ticket should be ready before you get to the venue. Download it or add it to your phone’s wallet ahead of time, because cell service can slow down when thousands of fans are trying to enter at once.

Bring what you need for a long rock show: a charged phone, ID, credit or debit card and comfortable shoes. A small venue-approved bag, portable charger and light layer can also help, especially for outdoor stadium dates that start warm and end after dark.

Earplugs are a smart idea, too. Foo Fighters shows are loud, and a full stadium screaming “Best of You” can be just as intense as the guitars. Leave oversized bags, outside food or drinks, professional cameras and large signs at home, and check your specific stadium or arena before you go.

What should fans wear to a Foo Fighters concert?

Foo Fighters crowds are built for comfort more than posing. Band tees, jeans, boots, sneakers, flannels and tour merch all fit the room. If you have an old Foo Fighters shirt from a past tour, this is the time to let it back into the world.

Comfort matters more than anything. You could be walking from a far parking lot, standing in merch lines, climbing stadium ramps and staying on your feet for hours once Foo Fighters hit the stage. For August dates, dress for summer heat and long walks. For September dates in Fargo, Regina, Edmonton and Vancouver, bring a layer for cooler evenings. Las Vegas can still run hot in late September, so check the forecast before committing to the full black-jeans-and-jacket situation.

How to get Foo Fighters tour tickets on SeatGeek

With North American dates spanning stadiums, arenas, festivals and special events, the “Take Cover Tour” gives fans several ways to catch Foo Fighters live.

1. Go to SeatGeek's website or app and search for "Foo Fighters"

2. Select the "Take Cover Tour" date and city you want to attend

3. Use the interactive seat map to compare Foo Fighters sections, rows and prices

4. Check Deal Score to see which "Take Cover Tour" listings offer strong value for the seat location

5. Use filters to sort by price, ticket quantity, section or other preferences

6. Review the full Foo Fighters ticket details before checkout

7. Buy your tickets and follow the delivery instructions in your SeatGeek account

8. Before the show, make sure your mobile tickets are ready and your phone is charged

The "Take Cover Tour" is built for the kind of night where you show up early, stay late and let the band remind you why stadium rock still matters.