Aerosmith has announced a return to performing with two concert dates at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. The band will take the stage on October 29 and November 1 for events titled “California, Dream On: Aerosmith & Friends.” The shows will feature rotating lineups of guest performers across the two nights.
Confirmed guest artists include Run-D.M.C., the Black Crowes, Heart, Billy Idol, Slash, Eric Church, Jerry Cantrell, Sammy Hagar, Tom Morello, and numerous other musicians. Don Was will serve as music director for the performances. Additional guests and surprise appearances are expected to be announced in coming weeks, with final lineups to be revealed at or near showtime.
Ticket sales will begin with a Citi cardmember presale on October 8, followed by additional presales before general availability on October 10. The band teased the announcement earlier in the week through social media, showing lead singer Steven Tyler affixing letters to the Hollywood Bowl marquee.
This return marks a significant shift for the group, which canceled their 2023 touring plans due to Tyler’s fractured larynx. In August 2024, Aerosmith announced they had officially retired from touring, stating that Tyler’s recovery from his vocal injury would not be possible. However, Tyler has continued select performances in the interim period, including appearances at a Grammy Awards watch party in February 2025 and at Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s farewell concert in July 2025.
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