After years of silence and uncertainty, the winds of change are blowing once again for one of rock’s most legendary bands. Fleetwood Mac, the iconic group behind decades of timeless music and cultural impact, is quietly laying the foundation for what insiders are calling a “massive, soul-stirring comeback” — one that could culminate in a 2026 global tour unlike anything the band has ever attempted.
Multiple sources close to the band have confirmed that early planning is underway, with Stevie Nicks and Mick Fleetwood at the heart of the revival. The reunion, still in its formative stages, would mark the band’s first full-scale world tour since their 2018 An Evening with Fleetwood Mac trek, and the first since the passing of longtime keyboardist and vocalist Christine McVie in 2022 — a loss that deeply impacted the group and temporarily brought their journey to a halt.
But time, it seems, has only deepened their desire to honor the music, the legacy, and the magic they created together. According to those close to Nicks and Fleetwood, conversations about a return began as early as late 2023, starting not as a business decision, but as a healing process. “They’ve never stopped feeling like a family,” one source said. “This isn’t about nostalgia — it’s about unfinished stories.”
There is growing speculation that the tour would feature a thoughtfully curated setlist honoring not only Fleetwood Mac’s biggest hits — “The Chain,” “Landslide,” “Dreams,” “Go Your Own Way” — but also deeper cuts and possibly never-before-performed material from their catalog. Several industry insiders have hinted at potential studio sessions taking place quietly in Los Angeles and London over the past year.
While it’s unclear whether Lindsey Buckingham will be involved, recent comments from both Mick Fleetwood and Stevie Nicks suggest that past wounds have begun to heal. “Time makes room for forgiveness,” Nicks was quoted in a rare 2025 interview. “There’s a real possibility that the spirit of Fleetwood Mac — all of it — could be reborn in a beautiful, powerful way.”
Behind the scenes, major promoters are already circling. Live Nation and AEG are rumored to be in discussions, with proposed venues ranging from North American arenas and European stadiums to intimate theater residencies in select cities. One source described the early vision as a “multi-chapter farewell and rebirth — both a celebration and a reckoning.”
Fans around the world have long hoped for something like this. Fleetwood Mac’s music, with its raw emotion and layered harmonies, has endured across generations. In the age of TikTok and streaming, younger audiences are discovering the band anew — and the timing for a return couldn’t be more perfect. When “Dreams” went viral in 2020, it sparked not only a chart resurgence but a cultural reminder that this band’s music still resonates as deeply as ever.
Mick Fleetwood, the band’s heartbeat and spiritual compass, has hinted that the idea of one more global journey has been on his mind since the pandemic. “Christine’s passing was a turning point,” he said in a reflective interview. “It reminded us how fragile time is. But it also made us realize what we still have — and how much people still need the music.”
Logistical challenges remain, but the commitment is real. If things stay on track, official announcements could come as early as fall 2025, with tour dates beginning in spring or summer 2026. Australia, the U.K., and select U.S. cities are already being mapped out, according to early-stage drafts shared with close collaborators.
What this tour ultimately becomes — a final farewell, a rebirth, or a fusion of both — is still taking shape. But what’s clear is that Fleetwood Mac is not content to let their story end quietly. They are reaching for something bigger, deeper, and more meaningful than just a string of concerts. This is about legacy, unity, and, above all, love.
For now, fans are holding their breath — waiting, hoping, and believing. After all, if any band knows how to rise from heartbreak and make history again and again, it’s Fleetwood Mac. And as the signs point toward 2026, it seems the flame has indeed been reignited.
