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From Dallas to The Dolby: A Quick History of The Chicks

The story of The Chicks is one of the most distinctive in country music. Sisters Martie Erwin (now Maguire) and Emily Erwin (now Strayer) co-founded the band in Dallas in 1989 alongside vocalists Robin Lynn Macy and Laura Lynch, originally working the bluegrass and Texas circuit. The arrival of Natalie Maines on lead vocals in 1995 completed the lineup that the world would come to know, and 1998's Wide Open Spaces turned the trio into one of the biggest acts in country music almost overnight. By 2003 the band had moved more than thirty million albums and reset expectations for what a country trio could look and sound like.

Then came March 2003, the comment in London, and the years of country radio silence that followed. The band could have walked away. Instead, they sat with Rick Rubin and made Taking The Long Way -- an album that owned the moment, swept the 2007 Grammys, and reframed the trio's public identity. They toured behind it for a while and then largely stepped back from the road for more than a decade, raising kids and pursuing side projects (Court Yard Hounds, solo work, songwriting) before returning in 2016 with the DCX MMXVI World Tour and again in 2020 with Gaslighter and the official name change to The Chicks. The 2022 World Tour was the next chapter; 2026 is the one after that.

The 2026 schedule is the most stylistically varied stretch the band has tackled in years. The Taking The Long Way Anniversary Tour is the headliner -- sixteen theater dates across Detroit, Chicago, Washington DC, New York, Nashville, San Antonio, Austin, Seattle, San Francisco, and Hollywood. The opening night is September 30 at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, and the closing nights are November 1 and 2 in Hollywood at the Dolby Theatre. Several of the cities in between -- Chicago, New York, San Antonio, Seattle, San Francisco, Hollywood -- are getting two-night stands so fans can catch the trio in the same room across consecutive evenings.

The stadium leg co-headlines with Tim McGraw, with Lady A and 49 Winchester rounding out the bill. Confirmed rooms include Fenway Park in Boston, Hersheypark Stadium in Pennsylvania, and Target Field in Minneapolis, with more on the broader schedule above. The casino theater swing covers California with intimate shows at Yaamava Resort & Casino and Thunder Valley Casino Resort, and the Zootown Festival at the Missoula County Fairgrounds gives Montana fans a chance to catch the trio at a multi-act festival weekend headline slot. Tour writers at outlets like Billboard have noted the calendar as one of the busiest the band has put together since the early 2000s.

What hasn't changed across thirty-plus years is the sound. Maines' lead vocals still cut through any room. Maguire's fiddle and Strayer's banjo, dobro, and guitar work still anchor the arrangements. The harmonies still feel close to the bone. The 2026 schedule -- theaters, stadiums, casino rooms, festival grounds -- is built to put that sound in every kind of setting their fans want it.

Browse the full listings above to find your city, your venue, and the seats that work for you. BigStub has more than twenty years of resale experience, the highest Trustpilot rating in the industry, and a full buyer guarantee backing every order on the schedule.

How to Buy The Chicks Tour Tickets in 2026

Where can I buy The Chicks tickets?

Tickets to every confirmed 2026 date are available through the band's official channels and authorized primary sellers first. The official Chicks tour page and the Live Nation artist page have venue-by-venue links and presale signups. Verified resale tickets are also available on BigStub, with no hidden fees and a full buyer guarantee on every order.

How do I find the right show for my city?

Use the schedule above to filter by date, city, or venue. The 2026 calendar includes theater dates on the Taking The Long Way Anniversary Tour, stadium nights co-headlining with Tim McGraw, casino theater shows in California, and a festival weekend in Missoula. Click into a specific date to see the seat map, available price points, and any presale details for that show.

What is the difference between the tour legs?

The anniversary tour theaters are sized for an intimate, catalog-deep performance focused on the Taking The Long Way album. Stadium dates with Tim McGraw are bigger, energy-forward shows split across multiple acts with Lady A and 49 Winchester on the bill. Casino theater shows fall in between -- intimate seating in two-thousand-seat rooms. The Zootown Festival is a multi-day, multi-act format with a headline Chicks set. Each version of the band offers a different night out.

Are BigStub resale tickets verified?

Yes. Every seller on BigStub goes through a verification process before being allowed to list tickets, and every order is backed by a full buyer guarantee. BigStub has more than twenty years of experience in the resale market and holds the highest Trustpilot rating in the industry. Customer service is available to walk through any concerns before or after purchase.

Can I sell my tickets if I cannot attend?

Yes. If something comes up, BigStub's resale platform lets you list your seats and connect with fans who are actively looking for that specific show. The team will help you set pricing, build the listing, and handle delivery logistics so your tickets find a fan who can use them.

What should I bring to the show?

Most theaters and stadiums on the schedule accept either printed or mobile tickets, but each venue posts its own bag policy and entry rules. Check the venue page linked from the listings above before show day for the current policies on bags, cameras, food, and parking. For casino theater shows, you may also need a government-issued ID to enter the casino floor before reaching the venue.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Taking The Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour?

It is The Chicks' sixteen-night theater run celebrating two decades since the May 2006 release of their five-time Grammy-winning album Taking The Long Way. The setlist is being built around that record, with deeper cuts brought back into rotation alongside catalog favorites.

When does the anniversary tour begin?

The anniversary tour opens on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. The run continues through October and wraps with a two-night Hollywood stand at the Dolby Theatre on November 1 and 2.

Why are The Chicks called The Chicks now?

In June 2020 the band officially dropped Dixie from their name, citing a desire to step away from the historical connotations of the word. The name change was announced alongside the lead single from the Gaslighter album, and the band has performed and recorded as The Chicks ever since.

Who is The Chicks lineup?

The trio consists of Natalie Maines on lead vocals, Martie Maguire on fiddle, mandolin, and backing vocals, and Emily Strayer on banjo, dobro, guitar, and backing vocals. Maines joined the band in 1995, completing the lineup that recorded Wide Open Spaces and every album since.

Are The Chicks touring with Tim McGraw in 2026?

Yes. The Chicks are co-headlining a stadium leg with Tim McGraw, with Lady A and 49 Winchester rounding out the bill. Confirmed stadium dates include Fenway Park in Boston, Hersheypark Stadium in Pennsylvania, and Target Field in Minneapolis.

What festivals are The Chicks playing in 2026?

The Chicks are headlining the Zootown Festival weekend at the Missoula County Fairgrounds in Montana. The lineup also features The Lumineers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Trampled By Turtles, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, and Michael Marcagi. Both single-day and multi-day pass options are typically available.

What is the Taking The Long Way album about?

Released in May 2006, Taking The Long Way is the band's seventh studio album and the first written largely about the band itself -- the controversy of 2003, the radio fallout, the personal toll, and the resilience that followed. Songs like Not Ready to Make Nice, The Long Way Around, Easy Silence, and Lullaby came out of those sessions, and the album won the Grammy for Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year.

How many albums have The Chicks released?

The Chicks have released seven studio albums: Thank Heavens for Dale Evans (1990), Little Ol' Cowgirl (1992), Shouldn't a Told You That (1993), Wide Open Spaces (1998), Fly (1999), Home (2002), Taking The Long Way (2006), and Gaslighter (2020). The first three were recorded with the original lineup before Natalie Maines joined.

How long is a typical Chicks show?

Headline theater dates run roughly ninety minutes to two hours. Co-headlining stadium nights with Tim McGraw feature shorter sets from each act to fit the multi-act format, and festival sets typically come in around seventy-five to ninety minutes.

What can I expect from the setlist?

The anniversary tour leans into Taking The Long Way -- Not Ready to Make Nice, The Long Way Around, Easy Silence, Lullaby, and others. Catalog favorites still expected to make appearances include Wide Open Spaces, Cowboy Take Me Away, Goodbye Earl, Travelin Soldier, Sin Wagon, and selections from Gaslighter.

Will Natalie, Martie, and Emily all be on stage together?

Yes. The full trio is touring together throughout the 2026 schedule. Maguire and Strayer continue to anchor the arrangements on fiddle, banjo, dobro, and guitar, with Maines on lead vocals and a touring band filling out the live sound.

Where can I find presale codes?

Presale codes have historically been distributed through the official Live Nation artist signup and through venue presales. Check the official tour page and the Live Nation artist page for current presale windows and codes for the city you want.

What if my show is rescheduled or canceled?

For rescheduled dates, tickets typically remain valid for the new show. For canceled dates, BigStub's buyer guarantee covers refunds in line with the marketplace's policy. Customer service can walk you through your options if anything changes with your specific show.

Is parking available at the venues?

Parking arrangements vary by venue. Theater venues in the anniversary tour generally use paid garages within walking distance, stadium dates typically offer on-site lots that may sell out, and the Missoula County Fairgrounds for the Zootown Festival has its own dedicated parking and shuttle setup. Check the venue page from the listings above for specifics.

How can I get the latest tour updates?

Follow the band's official channels and check this site for new dates and changes as they are loaded into the schedule. New inventory is added regularly across all four tour legs, so it is worth checking back if your preferred date is not yet listed.