Just like Rush themselves, the preeminent Rush fan gathering, RushCon is returning for 2026 after a decade-long hiatus. RushCon 2026 will take place in its traditional home of Toronto this summer over the weekend of August 7-9, coinciding with the band's hometown tour stops. Last night at the 4th annual Bubba Bash Neil Peart tribute show, RushCon director Jillian broke some news to John at Cygnus-X1.net regarding their featured guest for this year - none other than Rush producer Nick Raskulinecz. Nick produced Rush's final 2 studio efforts and will be on hand to interact with fans and share some stories. Author Kevin J. Anderson will also be on hand as one of the speakers, as was previously announced. 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, 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. This won't be the only RushCon event on the tour however; they'll also be hosting a Madison Square Garden pre-show party on Saturday August 1st - the day of the 3rd of 4 MSG shows - with tickets available here. The event will take place at The Rutherford with exact timing TBD. From RushCon.org:
Join us in New York City for the RushCon NYC Pre-Show Party, a limited-capacity rooftop meetup bringing Rush fans together before the concert at Madison Square Garden. Connect with fellow fans, enjoy light food, grab a drink from the cash bar, and soak up the atmosphere at a private rooftop venue. After all, where better to warm up for a concert than a private party with a bunch of other Rush fans? Space is limited.
