Deep Purple

Deep Purple, one of the most iconic and influential hard rock bands in history, is hitting the road for a landmark North American tour in summer 2026. Forged in the crucible of late 1960s British rock and the architects of heavy metal as we know it, Deep Purple bring their thunderous riffs, Hammond organ fury, and blistering guitar work to some of the most celebrated outdoor amphitheatres across the United States. From the Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh to the legendary Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater in New York, this tour is a masterclass in living rock history. Joining the band on select dates are an extraordinary lineup of classic rock royalty. Kansas — the progressive rock legends behind 'Carry On Wayward Son' — appear alongside Deep Purple across multiple nights, promising an evening of sprawling, anthem-filled rock. Jefferson Starship brings their countercultural energy to the opening night in Raleigh on August 4th, while Vanilla Fudge, one of the original progenitors of heavy psychedelic rock, adds a special layer of vintage firepower to the Jones Beach show on August 12th. With a setlist spanning decades of classics — from 'Smoke on the Water' and 'Highway Star' to 'Child in Time' — each performance is a visceral, high-voltage celebration of the music that defined a generation. These are not nostalgia acts; Deep Purple continue to perform with ferocious intensity and technical brilliance. Whether you are a lifelong devotee or discovering them for the first time, this is one summer rock experience that demands to be witnessed live.