Overview
- Promoters Live Nation‑Hewitt Silva and Blackbird Presents confirmed two concerts titled "California, Dream On: Aerosmith & Friends" for Oct. 29 and Nov. 1 at the Hollywood Bowl.
- The announcement, released Wednesday, lists a wide cross‑genre roster including Run‑DMC, the Black Crowes, Slash, Billy Idol, Chad Smith and many more with Don Was serving as music director.
- Citi cardmember presales begin Oct. 8 at 10 a.m. PT and general tickets go on sale Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. PT, with VIP packages and additional presales scheduled before the public sale.
- Organizers say nightly lineups will vary and final guest lists will be announced at or near showtime, and the event is presented as two one‑off celebrations rather than a wider tour.
- The shows mark the group’s first major live appearances since they retired from touring in 2024 after Steven Tyler’s 2023 larynx injury, and the announcement photo appears to show drummer Joey Kramer rejoining the classic lineup while vocal and personnel details remain subject to change.