Bob Dylan has announced the first 27 U.S. dates for the 2026 Rough and Rowdy Ways tour, kicking off March 21 in Omaha and wrapping May 1 in Abilene, Texas, with tickets going on sale at 10 a.m. local time this Friday through Playhousesquare.org.

The tour emphasizes mid-sized cities and ongoing additions across the Midwest and South, including Grand Rapids, Detroit, Louisville, Cleveland, Knoxville, Asheville, Macon, and Baton Rouge, among others.

Dylan remains focused on evolving his sound and the shows are expected to reinvent the material rather than rely on nostalgia.

The coverage also highlights a feature on Dylan album cover artworks, expanding media content from Ultimate Classic Rock.

Attendees should not expect classic hits like Blownin’ in the Wind or Mr. Tambourine Man in this run, with guidance to pre-listen to specific tracks on Spotify for context.

Additional context notes a prior report questioning why Dylan was snubbed in Dothan in 1995, tying into regional history.

Stereoboard emphasizes its independence from advertising and suggests using its listings to purchase tickets and potentially avoid long queues.

The tour is linked with Dylan’s European shows and Willie Nelson’s Outlaw Music Festival, highlighting a strategy focused on smaller markets and related coverage.

The article identifies Kevin Millard as News Director for WIZM News and notes his local ties and career background.

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Special guests are rare on this tour, which centers on Dylan and his band in an intimate, theater-like setting.

Cleveland’s Playhouse Square will offer a phone-free experience to enhance attendee immersion.