David Lee Roth has cancelled all but one of the remaining dates on his US summer 2026 tour, with his 7 August appearance in Sturgis, South Dakota now the only confirmed show. No official reason was given, though reports of empty seats at recent concerts have prompted speculation that ticket sales may have played a role; the cancellations affect several scheduled performances and mark a setback in Roth’s return to regular touring.

Former Van Halen singer Sammy Hagar responded publicly, saying he hoped Roth was well and inviting him to join Hagar and bassist Michael Anthony during their Las Vegas residency in September. Roth, 71, began the “Don’t Love Me, Rent Me” tour in April with a set combining solo songs and Van Halen material; he had returned to touring in 2025 after previously announcing his retirement in 2021.