Just like Rush themselves, the preeminent Rush fan gathering, RushCon, will be returning for 2026 after a decade-long hiatus. RushCon 2026 will take place in its traditional home of Toronto next summer over the weekend of August 7-9, coinciding with the band's hometown tour stops. From RushCon.org:
RushCon is returning to Toronto for an unforgettable celebration of the band's new tour, and we're pulling out all the stops. For 25 years, RushCon has been the premier gathering for Rush fans worldwide, and 2026 will be our biggest, most special convention yet.
Whether you've seen Rush 50+ times, you're catching your first live show on this tour, or you simply want a fun place to hang out with fellow fans, you are welcome here.
This weekend is built for you.
We have three full days of Rush-themed events, community, music, and once-in-a-lifetime moments planned.
The festivities will begin Friday evening with a welcome party and pre-show hangout at The Loose Moose. The main event will take place on Saturday at The El Mocambo with games, contests, guest speakers (author Kevin J. Anderson is already confirmed), and more, along with a Sunset Boat Cruise in the Toronto Harbor in the evening. Sunday will include a closing party and pre-show hangout at Henderson Brewing. You can get all the details and purchase tickets at RushCon.org. In the meantime, I encourage everyone to learn more about what RushCon is all about by taking a look at this video from the Time Stand Still documentary which profiles the last big RushCon event back in 2015, and introduces RushCon creative director Jillian Maryonovich:
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