KISS Reveal More Details For 2026 Land-Locked In Vegas Event
(fcc) KISS have revealed that a second KISS Kruise: Land-locked in Vegas will touchdown in Vegas this November. The larger-than-life fan experience will return this year following the success of this past November's event, which drew KISS fans from all 50 states and 32 countries. KISS Kruise will take place November 13-15 at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. This special fan experience is being created in conjunction with co-producers Pophouse, Vibee, and Topeka.
Last year, fans came out in droves to enjoy a line-up of exclusive experiences, from Q&A panels with the band to performances from KISS themselves. Highlights from the extravaganza included special acoustic and electric sets from the band themselves, which marked their first live appearances together since retiring from touring in 2023.
Attendees were also treated throughout the event to exclusive Q&A sessions with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Tommy Thayer, Eric Singer as well as longtime manager Doc McGhee-all returning for this year's event. Other panelists included Legendary KISS producers Bob Ezrin and Eddie Kramer, Lynn Goldsmith, famed KISS photographer and KISS Army founders Bill Starkey and Jay Evans.
Building on these fan-favorite experiences, this year's event will introduce an expanded, immersive "KISSperience," featuring artist panels and Q&As, a KISS look-alike contest, KISS karaoke, "Ask Doc" sessions with McGhee, artist meet and greets, late night DJs, and special appearances including renowned KISS photographer Barry Levine, alongside interactive exhibits, a merch store, and a Future of KISS panel.
KISS will return this year with two unmasked shows, featuring Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer, and Eric Singer set to take the stage rarely seen in such an intimate setting. The weekend will showcase a powerhouse lineup of special guests and performers, including an Ace Frehley All-Star Tribute with sit-ins from members of KISS and other surprise guests, as well as Night Ranger, Bruce Kulick, Slaughter, Faster Pussycat, Keel, and Kuarantine. Appearances and performances will also include the Rock and Roll Over KISS Tribute Band, radio host Tommy London, and School of Rock.
The celebration will kick off with an official pre-party on November 12, featuring Enuff Z'Nuff, Ace Frehley Band "Tribute to Ace" performing KISS's Rock and Roll Over album and Beasto Blanco, setting the stage for a full weekend of music and fan experiences.
This year's KISS Kruise celebrates 50 years since KISS's massively popular Rock and Roll Over album.
Further programming will be revealed in weeks to come, and fans can expect another jam-packed weekend of exclusive activations, delivering the kind of unique fan-forward experience KISS is so widely recognized for.
Fans can choose from a range of package options all including access to shows, close up theater seating, curated KISS gifts and more. A limited set of packages include photos with members of KISS. Tickets are set to go on sale on May 5th. There will be a pre-sale specifically for KISS Army VIP members on Thursday, April 30th. Those who are not already KISS Army VIP members have until 6pm PST on Wednesday, April 29th, to sign up and gain access to the pre-sale Wednesday morning. Those who attended KISS Kruise 2025 and KISS Army members will also have access to tickets prior to the general on sale. For more information on ticketing and sign-up information, visit KISSKruiseVegas.com.
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