Aston Barrett Jr. Leads The Wailers on Extensive 2026 U.S. Tour
After a tour of Europe, the Wailers are about to embark on an extensive U.S. run that will take them from coast to coast. The outing will continue the band’s “50 Years of Positive Vibrations” Tour, which celebrates the 50th anniversary of Rastaman Vibration with highlights from the album.
“Released in 1976, Rastaman Vibration was a pivotal album that carried reggae’s message of resistance, spirituality, and hope onto the global stage,” the band shares. “Songs like ‘Positive Vibration,’ ‘Roots, Rock, Reggae,’ and ‘War’ remain as relevant today as ever — powerful expressions of music as both a cultural force and a call for unity.”
“From Colorado to California and across the country to the East Coast, we’re bringing the music, the legacy, and the spirit of reggae to shows throughout August and September,” they added on Facebook.
The Wailers are led by bassist Aston Barrett Jr., the son of Aston “Familyman” Barrett, who passed in 2024. The younger Barrett had been touring alongside his father for years and clearly brings authenticity to classic hits like “Stir It Up,” “Jammin’,” and many more.
In addition to songs from Rastaman Vibration, they’ll be performing songs from their recent albums One World and Evolution as well as select hits from their discography with Bob Marley. Get in the groove with this full concert of the band celebrating the 30th anniversary of Natural Mystic.
The Wailers 2026 U.S. Tour Dates:
| Date | Venue | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | Belly Up | Aspen, CO |
| Aug 30 | I Bar Ranch | Gunnison, CO |
| Sep 1 | Bulleit Hot Summer Nights (Gerald R Ford Amphitheater) | Vail, CO |
| Sep 3 | The Commonwealth Room | South Salt Lake, UT |
| Sep 4 | Best in the West Rib Cook Off (Nugget Casino Resort) | Sparks, NV |
| Sep 5 | Meet Me In Murphys | Murphys, CA |
| Sep 6 | Belly Up | Solana Beach, CA |
| Sep 7 | Belly Up | Solana Beach, CA |
| Sep 9 | Deep End Live | Redondo Beach, CA |
| Sep 10 | Rialto Theatre | Tucson, AZ |
| Sep 11 | National Hispanic Cultural Center | Albuquerque, NM |
| Sep 12 | Cool Vibes Reggae Fest | Denver, CO |
| Sep 15 | Ignition Garage | Goshen, IN |
| Sep 16 | Music Box | Cleveland, OH |
| Sep 17 | Pine Community Park Amphitheater | Township of Pine, PA |
| Sep 18 | West Art | Lancaster, PA |
| Sep 19 | Stratton Mountain Resort | Stratton Mountain, VT |
| Sep 20 | The Cabot | Beverly, MA |
| Sep 22 | Portland House Of Music and Events | Portland, ME |
| Sep 23 | Bearsville Theater | Woodstock, NY |
| Sep 24 | Avalon Theatre | Easton, MD |
| Sep 25 | Waterline Brewing Company | Wilmington, NC |
| Sep 26 | Avon Theatre | Avondales Estates, GA |
| Sep 27 | Levitt AMP Music Series (Smith Park) | Jackson, MS |
| Nov 5 | Blue Note Hawaii | Honolulu, HI |
| Nov 6 | Blue Note Hawaii | Honolulu, HI |
| Nov 7 | Blue Note Hawaii | Honolulu, HI |
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