TL;DR
- Hayley Williams, best known as the frontwoman of Paramore, has officially announced her first solo headlining tour supporting her new solo album Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party.
- The tour will span Europe and North America, with dates kicking off in mid-May 2026 in Europe and continuing through June in the U.S. across 22 cities.
- This marks a major moment for Williams’ solo career: after teasing shows and postponing earlier plans, the 2026 tour brings long-awaited live solo performances.
What the tour includes
Williams’ upcoming solo tour is set to showcase her full solo repertoire — spanning her debut solo album Petals for Armor (2020), her follow-up Flowers for Vases / Descansos (2021), and her latest release, Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party (2025).
The tour kicks off with a European leg in mid-May 2026, followed by a North American leg in late June, covering major cities across the U.S. and Canada.
While detailed venues and full dates are pending official listing, the announcement signals that Williams is stepping out from her Paramore work to perform as a solo headline act.
Why this tour matters
- Artistic independence: Hayley Williams is moving confidently beyond her band identity and into a solo spotlight — this tour cements that shift.
- Historic first: Although she teased solo shows in 2025, the pandemic and scheduling pushed earlier plans aside. The 2026 tour is billed as her actual first solo headline run.
- Fan & culture moment: For fans of alternative rock, pop-punk and modern indie, this tour represents a convergence of nostalgic Williams energy and fresh solo identity.
What to watch & get involved
- Tickets & dates: Stay alert for full date-list, ticket sale announcements and special VIP/experience packages.
- Setlist content: Expect a blend of solo material with likely nods to her Paramore catalog.
