The Rolling Stones have chosen Vancouver as the only Canadian stop on their highly anticipated Hackney Diamonds Tour.
Fans of the rock legends will be able to purchase tickets for the event from December 1. The tour will take in 16 cities across North America, kicking off on April 28 in Houston.
The news you have all been waiting for – the Rolling Stones are hitting the road again! We are thrilled to announce the Stones Tour 2024 Hackney Diamonds!
Enter your details here: https://t.co/Qe7HyMa6ML to access the fan presale that starts Weds 29 Nov. General onsale commences… pic.twitter.com/t0CNdQ2qkW
— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) November 21, 2023
This announcement, despite some disappointments, at least confirms that the Stones are reconnecting with Canadian fans!
📸: Mark Seliger – NYC, 2023 pic.twitter.com/HJ8ait5o75
— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) November 15, 2023
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim shared his enthusiasm on social networks.
Exciting news Vancouverites! Thrilled to hear that the Rolling Stones will be taking centre stage at BC Place next year. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to rock.
To Mick, Keith, and Ronnie thanks for bringing your swagger to our awesome city. pic.twitter.com/KLCVrH40c9
— Mayor Ken Sim (@KenSimCity) November 21, 2023
The Hackney Diamonds Tour is also a tribute to Charlie Watts, the Stones drummer who died in 2021 at the age of 80.
"I wanted to play drums because I fell in love with the glitter and the lights, but it wasn't about adulation. It was being up there playing." – Charlie Watts 💙 pic.twitter.com/YsmLgKQCGj
— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) August 24, 2023
His legacy as a key member of the legendary band will be honored by the group, which will continue its tour of the world’s stages without him.