AC/DC Returns to Edmonton on August 9
Legendary hard rock band AC/DC will perform at Edmonton's Commonwealth Stadium on August 9, 2026, marking a major event for rock fans. This comes after notable attention on bands like Rush and Foo Fighters, making 2026 a standout year for rock music in Edmonton.
Details of the Power Up Tour
The ongoing Power Up tour promotes AC/DC's latest studio album. Formed in Sydney in 1973, the band remains iconic for their high-energy performances of classics like:
- Back in Black
- You Shook Me All Night Long
- Shoot to Thrill
- Hells Bells
- Whole Lotta Rosie
- Highway to Hell
- Thunderstruck
- It’s a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock ’n’ Roll)
Band Legacy and Past Performances
With over 200 million records sold worldwide, AC/DC’s influential sound spans vinyl, cassettes, and CDs. Their summer stop in Edmonton will be their first performance at the city’s large open-air venue since 2015, an event that filled streets with fans showing the band's classic devil horns.
The lineup features founding guitarist Angus Young and vocalist Brian Johnson, who took over after the death of original singer Bon Scott in 1980. Johnson’s era includes the release of Back in Black, the second best-selling album of all time.
Ticket Information
General tickets for the August 9 show go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday via acdc.com/tour. The band will perform next in Vancouver on August 13, leaving room for possible additional Edmonton shows depending on demand.
"The ongoing Power Up tour sees the 1973-Sydney-formed hard rock scream icons set to blast through roller rink hits..."
Author’s summary: AC/DC’s return to Edmonton in August 2026 marks a long-awaited rock event featuring their classic hits and iconic lineup, with tickets available soon for their Commonwealth Stadium show.