Punk rock fans are in for a treat this summer as two legendary bands, Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion, team up for their first ever co-headlining tour. Dubbed the Summer Of Discontent Tour, the run will span from July 22 through August 17, bringing a high-energy mix of Celtic punk and melodic hardcore to cities across the U.S. Opening the shows will be The Mainliners, adding to what promises to be a powerhouse lineup.
Tickets for all shows go on sale February 20 at 10 a.m. local time. Fans can secure their spots by visiting dropkickmurphys.com or badreligion.com.
This announcement comes as Dropkick Murphys are currently making their way through their annual St. Patrick’s Day Tour, an electrifying tradition that has become a staple in punk rock. This year’s St. Paddy’s Tour features The Menzingers and Teenage Bottlerocket as support, further fueling the band’s reputation for delivering high-energy performances and raucous celebrations of Irish heritage.
Both Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion have cultivated massive fan bases over decades, each influencing generations of punk rockers. With Dropkick Murphys’ anthemic, Celtic-infused sound and Bad Religion’s razor-sharp punk sensibilities, the Summer Of Discontent tour is sure to be a highlight of the 2025 concert season.
Dropkick Murphys vocalist and founder Ken Casey expressed his excitement, saying, “We are so fired up to spend the summer with these legends. We plan to give people a great night out when we hit their town. Gonna be a blast!!” Tim Brennan from Dropkick Murphys added, “Being able to tour with Bad Religion is such an exciting thing for us. It’s not every day we get to rub elbows with a band that has that kind of legendary status, and we are over the moon to hit the road with them.”
Bad Religion singer Greg Graffin shared his thoughts on the upcoming tour, stating, “Bringing together our two bands and our respective audiences should create an event of epic proportions. But most importantly, I look forward to the community of camaraderie and togetherness we will share with such talented fellow musicians and punk fans across the Nation. I can’t wait!”
Bad Religion’s bassist Jay Bentley also commented on the tour, saying, “You know, this has been a long time coming. We’ve shared the stage at plenty of festivals with Kenny and the guys, and I am genuinely excited to hit the road with the Dropkicks, finally. Their energy is infectious, and I’m looking forward to spending the summer with them. I think it’s going to be a blast for us and our fans.”
Jul. 22 – Spokane, WA @ BECU Live at Northern Quest
Jul. 23 – Bend, OR @ Hayden Homes Amphitheater
Jul. 24 – Tacoma, WA @ Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park
Jul. 26 – Reno, NV @ Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
Jul. 29 – Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater
Jul. 30 – Sacramento, CA @ The Backyard
Aug. 01 – Pocatello, ID @ Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre
Aug. 02 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Union
Aug. 04 – Kansas City, MO @ Grinders
Aug. 05 – Indianapolis, IN @ Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park
Aug. 06 – Buffalo, NY @ Outer Harbor Live at Terminal B
Aug. 10 – Cleveland, OH @ Jacobs Pavilion
Aug. 13 – Asbury Park, NJ @ Stone Pony Summer Stage
Aug. 15 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Ovation Hall @ Ocean Casino
Aug. 16 – Gilford, NH @ BankNH Pavilion
Aug. 17 – Big Flats, NY @ Mich Ultra SummerStage At Tags
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