The Australian Trio RÜFÜS DU SOL are set to return to the Pacific Northwest with a highly anticipated two-night run where the band will headline The Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Washington, on June 5 – 6, 2026. This would be their first Washington state appearance since their stop at the venue in 2022 during the Surrender tour.
RÜFÜS DU SOL’s last Pacific Northwest headline shows date back to their Solace tour stop at Seattle’s WaMu Theater in 2019. Since then, the group’s global profile has only continued to grow. Driven by their immersive live productions and emotionally resonant sound that bridges electronic music and live instrumentation.
Why The Gorge Amplifies The Inhale/Exhale Experience
The two-night run at The Gorge will give fans the opportunity to experience material from the band’s latest project, Inhale / Exhale. Known for weaving together atmospheric visuals, meticulous lighting design, and emotive songwriting, RÜFÜS DU SOL’s live shows have become full-scale sensory experiences. Recent standout moments, including their Burning Man 2025 performance at the Mayan Warrior shows the kind of magic they bring. Also, their Mixmag set from 2025 offer a glimpse into the scale and emotional weight the trio brings to their fans.
Set along the crest of the Columbia River, The Gorge Amphitheatre stands as one of the most breathtakingly natural venues. Its dramatic landscape has hosted historic performances from artists such as Radiohead, Bob Dylan, and Tom Petty. This places RÜFÜS DU SOL’s upcoming run firmly within a lineage of landmark live moments. For a band whose music thrives on space and scale the venue provides a natural extension of their vision.
As daylight fades into sunset and sound carries across the canyon, performances unfold within a constantly shifting natural backdrop. That sense of scale has made it a natural home for artists whose music thrives on atmosphere and immersion. Over the years, it has also hosted recurring electronic gatherings like Anjunadeep Open Air and Above & Beyond’s Group Therapy Weekenders. Each using the landscape as part of their performance. Loved because it invites artists and audiences to experience music differently. More intimately.
Maribou State Join the Bill
Joining the trio for these dates is the British duo Maribou State. The pairing is a calculated choice in curation. Maribou State’s nuanced blend of organic instrumentation and soulful electronic textures offers a sophisticated prelude to the main event. Their inclusion ensures that the evening’s narrative remains focused on musicality and emotional depth.
Artist presale opens Tuesday, February 10, followed by general on-sale on Wednesday, February 11. Given the limited capacity at The Gorge and the history of RÜFÜS DU SOL for sold-out performances, fans are encouraged to register early through official ticketing channels.
You can register for pre-sale tickets here. Check out RÜFÜS DU SOL on Instagram to stay updated with their latest music releases and tour dates.
