Chase Rice Pauses Touring After 13 Years On The Road
Country singer Chase Rice has announced he will take a break from touring in 2026 — the first such pause in his more than a decade-long career on the road.
What the Announcement Says
Rice shared the decision around the end of November 2025, writing: “Taking next year off from touring for the first time in 13 years.” The announcement comes as his “Go Down Singin’ International Tour” wraps up a heavy year of concerts. While he suggested that festival appearances in 2026 might still be possible, he confirmed that no full-fledged tour is planned.
What Led Up to the Break
This decision follows a year in which Rice ramped up touring considerably. In 2025, he expanded the “Go Down Singin’ International Tour,” adding dozens of dates across the U.S. and Canada, culminating in a packed fall schedule.
In addition to the heavy tour schedule, Rice released new music — including a live-recordings collection and a surprise EP — underscoring a creative but demanding period. The intensity of both his touring and creative output likely played a role in his decision to step back.
What Fans Should Know About Upcoming Appearances
Although Rice is stepping back from a full tour in 2026, he isn’t closing the door entirely. As of now, a few festival appearances remain on the books for spring and early summer, meaning fans may still get opportunities to see him perform live — even if there’s no headlining tour.
What This Means for Rice’s Career — and for Fans
For Rice, this pause could offer a much-needed break after more than a decade of almost nonstop touring and album cycles. It might also signal a creative reset: time for songwriting, studio work, or simply personal rest and reflection.
For fans, the news carries mixed emotions — disappointment for those expecting new tour announcements, but also hope. If Rice uses this time wisely, when he returns the next chapter could bring renewed energy and focus.
Will He Return — and When?
Nothing in his announcement rules out a return to full touring after 2026. The fact that he left open the possibility of selective performances suggests he intends to stay connected to live audiences in some capacity. Whether that evolves back into a full tour remains to be seen — but if his history is any indicator, a comeback is very possible.
We’d love to hear from you — what does this break from touring mean to you as a fan of Chase Rice?
