What to Expect at The Chicks’ Taking the Long Way Tour

The Chicks kicked off their Taking the Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour at Detroit's Fox Theatre on September 30, giving fans their first look at the setlist, stage production, and format of the new show.

The tour is built around Taking the Long Way, with The Chicks performing the entire 2006 album during the first half of the concert before returning after an intermission for a second set of hits and fan favorites. Opening-night coverage from Detroit confirmed a 23-song set spanning the albums, Fly, Wide Open Spaces, Home, Gaslighter, and more.

Here's what to expect at The Chicks' Taking the Long Way Tour, including how long the concert lasts, when The Chicks take the stage, the stage setup and production, and the opening-night setlist.

The Chicks Taking the Long Way Tour Dates & Stops

The Chicks' Taking the Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour continues through November with stops across the country. Check the dates and cities below to see when the tour is coming to your area.

The tour is also taking place in theaters and concert halls rather than large stadiums. The band will perform in cities including Chicago, New York, Nashville, San Antonio, Austin, Seattle, San Francisco, and Hollywood.

• October 3, 2026 - Chicago, IL
• October 4, 2026 - Chicago, IL
• October 6, 2026 - Washington, DC
• October 7, 2026 - Philadelphia, PA
• October 9, 2026 - Boston, MA
• October 10, 2026 - New York, NY
• October 12, 2026 - New York, NY
• October 13, 2026 - New York, NY
• October 15, 2026 - Nashville, TN
• October 17, 2026 - San Antonio, TX
• October 18, 2026 - San Antonio, TX
• October 20, 2026 - Austin, TX
• October 25, 2026 - Seattle, WA
• October 26, 2026 - Seattle, WA
• October 29, 2026 - San Francisco, CA
• October 30, 2026 - San Francisco, CA
• November 1, 2026 - Hollywood, CA
• November 2, 2026 - Hollywood, CA
• November 3, 2026 - Hollywood, CA

How Long Is a Concert on The Chicks' Tour?

Based on the Detroit opening night, fans can expect The Chicks' concert to last around two hours, including the intermission.

The show is divided into two acts. The first act features all 14 songs from Taking the Long Way, followed by an intermission and a second act of nine songs from across the band's catalog. The second act includes "Goodbye Earl," "Wide Open Spaces," "White Trash Wedding," "Daddy Lessons," "Cowboy Take Me Away," "Landslide," "Gaslighter," "Traveling Soldier," and "Sin Wagon."

The exact runtime can vary slightly from night to night, but the Detroit show provides a good estimate for fans planning transportation, parking, dinner, or other plans around the concert.

What Time Do The Chicks Go On Stage?

The Chicks are scheduled to take the stage at 8:00 or 8:30 p.m. on the Taking the Long Way Tour. There is no opening act, making this an evening focused entirely on The Chicks.

Fans can therefore expect The Chicks to take the stage around 8:00 or 8:30 p.m. and finish around 10:00 to 10:30 p.m., depending on the timing of the intermission and individual performances.

When to Arrive for The Chicks' Concert

Since there is no opening act, fans who want to see the complete show should plan to be inside and ready for the concert by the scheduled start time. Arriving around an hour before showtime gives fans sufficient time to get through security, find their seats, visit the merchandise stand, and settle in before The Chicks take the stage.

Check the event information for your specific venue before the show, particularly if you're traveling or have a tight transportation schedule.

Stage Setup & Production

The Taking the Long Way Tour is built around the 20th anniversary of the album, and the production reflects that focus.

At the Detroit opening night, fans saw a montage of archival images before The Chicks took the stage. The band then opened with "The Long Way Around" and performed Taking the Long Way in its entirety.

The show puts the three members—Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire, and Emily Strayer—at the center of the performance, with Maines' vocals, Strayer's banjo, and Maguire's fiddle remaining prominent throughout the set. Opening-night coverage specifically noted how the instrumentation shaped the sound of songs ranging from the quieter "Easy Silence" to the more energetic "Lubbock or Leave It."

The Chicks' Taking the Long Way Tour Setlist

The Chicks' opening-night setlist featured 23 songs split between two acts.

Act I - Taking the Long Way

The first act follows the 2006 album from beginning to end:

1. "The Long Way Around"
2. "Easy Silence"
3. "Not Ready to Make Nice"
4. "Everybody Knows"
5. "Bitter End"
6. "Lullaby"
7. "Lubbock or Leave It"
8. "Silent House"
9. "Favorite Year"
10. "Voice Inside My Head"
11. "I Like It"
12. "Baby Hold On"
13. "So Hard"
14. "I Hope"

Intermission

Act II - Hits and Fan Favorites

15. "Goodbye Earl"
16. "Wide Open Spaces"
17. "White Trash Wedding"
18. "Daddy Lessons"
19. "Cowboy Take Me Away"
20. "Landslide"
21. "Gaslighter"
22. "Traveling Soldier"
23. "Sin Wagon"

This setlist comes from the September 30 opening night in Detroit. The set may change as the tour continues, but the tour's format is built around performing Taking the Long Way in full before moving into songs from across The Chicks' catalog.

The Chicks Taking the Long Way Tour Tickets

The Taking the Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour continues through November, with upcoming shows across the country. Get tickets to see this iconic band play in more intimate venues throughout the United States.

Check available The Chicks tickets for your city to see current seating and pricing for upcoming shows.