The Kia Forum in Inglewood is gearing up for a major fall concert season with back-to-back shows featuring The Neighbourhood, Slayer, and The Smashing Pumpkins. The iconic venue will host multiple dates for each act, highlighting its continued role as Southern California’s premier destination for major touring acts.
According to Pollstar, The Smashing Pumpkins will kick off their fall tour with a stop at the Forum on November 12, 2026, as part of their “The Rats In A Cage Tour” celebrating the 30th anniversary of their landmark album “Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness.” Slayer follows with two nights on November 13-14, while The Neighbourhood has three shows scheduled for October 9 and December 4-5, per the venue’s calendar.
Artist Momentum and Significance
The timing coincides with significant career milestones for each act. Billboard recently reported that The Neighbourhood joined YouTube’s Billion Views Club with their 2012 hit “Sweater Weather,” which experienced a major resurgence on TikTok in 2020 and became an anthem for LGBTQIA+ communities. The California-based band’s achievement places them alongside global artists like Bad Bunny and J Balvin in this exclusive club.
Meanwhile, The Smashing Pumpkins are riding high from their successful “Pumpkinpalooza” celebration in Chicago, which included a special underplay show at the historic Riviera Theatre and a headline performance at Lollapalooza with surprise guests including Olivia Rodrigo and YUNGBLUD. As Pollstar notes, the band’s current tour demand is reportedly the strongest since the reunion of original members Billy Corgan, Jimmy Chamberlin, and James Iha.
SoCal’s Premier Concert Destination
The concentration of major shows at the Kia Forum underscores its status as Southern California’s essential arena venue. Located in Inglewood, the 18,000-capacity venue has become the go-to location for artists seeking to play Los Angeles without dealing with downtown traffic and parking challenges. The Forum’s recent renovations have made it competitive with newer venues while maintaining its historic charm.
For local music fans, having three distinct acts—spanning alternative rock, metal, and modern rock—playing multiple nights at the same venue creates unique opportunities to experience different musical communities in a single season. The Neighbourhood’s Southern California roots (the band formed in Newbury Park) add particular local significance to their Forum appearances.
Looking ahead, ticket sales for all shows are expected to be strong given each artist’s current momentum. The Smashing Pumpkins’ November 12 show launches their Southern California leg, while Slayer’s two-night stand continues the metal legends’ ongoing touring presence. The Neighbourhood’s December dates will cap a big year for the band following their YouTube milestone.
Last updated August 18, 2026.
Sources: Billboard, Pollstar, Louder Sound
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