Imperatour
The Imperatour was a worldwide concert tour by the Swedish rock band Ghost, launched in support of their fifth studio album, Impera, which was released on March 11, 2022, by Loma Vista Recordings.[1] Produced by Klas Åhlund, Impera marked the band's exploration of themes inspired by 18th- and 19th-century imperialism, blending occult rock with orchestral and pop elements, and debuted at number one on several international charts, including the Billboard 200.[1] The tour commenced on January 25, 2022, at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada, as a co-headlining outing with Danish rock band Volbeat, supported by Twin Temple, and spanned seven legs across North America, Europe, South America, and Australia, with the final performance on October 7, 2023, at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Brisbane, Australia.[2][3] Subsequent legs featured diverse special guests, including Mastodon and Spiritbox for the August–September 2022 North American arena run, Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats for the 2022 European leg, and Amon Amarth for the Re-Imperatour U.S.A. 2023 amphitheater dates starting August 2, 2023, in Concord, California.[4][5][6] Ghost headlined arenas and amphitheaters with capacities up to 20,000, delivering elaborate productions characterized by steampunk aesthetics, nine Nameless Ghouls on stage, and a core setlist opening with "Imperium" and "Kaisarion" from Impera before transitioning to hits like "Cirice" and closing with "Square Hammer."[7] A defining moment of the Imperatour was the filming of Ghost's debut feature film, Rite Here Rite Now, directed by Tobias Forge and Alex Ross Perry, which captured the two-night finale of the Re-Imperatour U.S.A. 2023 leg on September 11 and 12, 2023, at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, integrating live footage with narrative elements from the band's lore.[8] The tour, fronted by Papa Emeritus IV (also known as Frater Imperator), solidified Ghost's reputation for theatrical live spectacles, drawing critical acclaim for its blend of heavy riffs, choral arrangements, and multimedia storytelling, and grossing millions while selling out venues globally.[7]Background
Announcement and development
The Imperatour was officially announced on September 20, 2021, through the band's social media channels and official website, revealing the initial co-headlining U.S. leg with Danish rock band Volbeat and special guest Twin Temple.[9][10] This marked the tour's conception as a major promotional vehicle for Ghost's fifth studio album, Impera. The partnership with Volbeat emphasized a shared billing format for the opening North American dates, aiming to leverage both bands' fanbases for larger arena venues while maintaining distinct performance slots.[11] Central to the tour's development was the introduction of Papa Emeritus IV as the frontman persona, building on his reveal during the prior tour's finale in 2020 and positioning him as the imperial figurehead for the Impera era.[12] The Nameless Ghouls adopted steampunk-inspired costumes featuring militaristic elements like bulbous helmets with red-lensed goggles and tailored uniforms, evoking a dystopian clerical order to align with the album's themes of empire and conquest.[13] These visual choices were developed in collaboration with production designer Tobias Rylander, who incorporated Star Wars-inspired aesthetics to create a cohesive, theatrical identity.[14] Logistical planning focused on elaborate stage designs centered on imperial motifs, including ornate backdrops with stained-glass-style clergy iconography, hydraulic risers for dynamic elevations, and synchronized lighting rigs to simulate ecclesiastical grandeur.[15] The production emphasized scalability for international arenas, with modular elements allowing adaptation across legs while preserving the tour's opulent, narrative-driven spectacle. Impera was released on March 11, 2022, shortly after the tour's kickoff, further integrating the live shows with the album's rollout.[1]Tie-in with Impera album
The Impera album, Ghost's fifth studio album, was released on March 11, 2022, via Loma Vista Recordings.[16] The Imperatour was structured to begin prior to this release, starting with the co-headlining North American leg on January 25, 2022, followed by the European leg commencing on April 9, 2022, allowing the band to build anticipation and introduce new material to audiences ahead of and immediately after the album's launch.[17] The tour's design closely aligned with Impera's central themes of imperial rise, fall, and occult intrigue, portraying a narrative of crumbling empires through visual and performative elements. Stage setups featured ornate, cathedral-like backdrops with stained-glass motifs incorporating clerical and imperial iconography, echoing the album's exploration of power, corruption, and spiritual decay as articulated by frontman Tobias Forge.[18][15] This thematic synergy extended to live presentations, where songs like "Kaisarion"—debuted at the tour's opening show on January 25, 2022, in Reno, Nevada—and "Call Me Little Sunshine," which received its live premiere during an early European leg on April 9, 2022, in Manchester, England, were integrated to highlight the album's conceptual arc.[17][19] Marketing efforts further intertwined the album and tour, with pre-tour single releases such as "Call Me Little Sunshine" on January 20, 2022, building anticipation ahead of both the record's launch and the itinerary's kickoff.[16] Strategies included bundled packages offering album variants—like the 2022 Arena Tour Edition CD with exclusive posters—alongside VIP tour merchandise, encouraging fans to engage with both the music and live experiences simultaneously. These promotions, announced concurrently with the album reveal, amplified the tour's role in sustaining Impera's cultural impact.[16]Tour overview
Legs and itinerary
The Imperatour was divided into seven legs, spanning from January 2022 to October 2023 and encompassing a total of 129 shows across North America, Europe, South America, and Australia. The tour began with its inaugural performance on January 25, 2022, at the Reno Events Center in Reno, Nevada, marking Ghost's return to live performances following the COVID-19 pandemic delays.[20] The first leg was a co-headlining run with Volbeat across North America from January to March 2022, featuring 26 arena shows with special guest Twin Temple, routing from the West Coast through the Midwest and East Coast before concluding at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.[20] This was followed by the second leg, a headline European arena tour from April 9 to June 18, 2022, comprising 22 performances supported by Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats and Twin Temple, starting at Manchester's AO Arena and extending through major cities like London, Paris, and Budapest.[21] The third leg returned to North America in August and September 2022 for 19 headline arena dates with Mastodon and Spiritbox, launching at Pechanga Arena in San Diego and wrapping at Resch Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin.[22] In 2023, the Re-Imperatour extension added four more legs, beginning with a European festival circuit from May 21 to July 2, integrating 27 performances at events like Download Festival and Hellfest alongside standalone shows. The fifth leg was a 27-date U.S. headline run from August 2 to September 12, 2023, with Amon Amarth, starting at Concord Pavilion in Concord, California, and ending with two nights at the Kia Forum in Inglewood.[23] This transitioned directly into the sixth leg, a five-show South American headline stint from September 20 to 27, 2023, covering Santiago, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Buenos Aires. The tour concluded with its seventh and final leg in Australia from October 3 to 7, 2023, featuring three upgraded arena performances in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.[24] Logistically, the tour involved extensive transatlantic and transpacific travel, with the band flying between continents to connect the North American and European legs, while the 2023 European segment seamlessly incorporated festival appearances amid headline dates for efficient routing. Support acts varied across legs, including Twin Temple, Mastodon, Spiritbox, Amon Amarth, and The Hu.[20][22][23]Support acts
The first leg of the Imperatour, a co-headlining run across the United States from January to March 2022, featured Danish rock band Volbeat as co-headliners alongside Ghost, with American duo Twin Temple serving as the special guest support act. Twin Temple's performances infused the shows with their signature satanic doo-wop style, complementing the tour's theatrical atmosphere and drawing crowds with retro-inspired sets that emphasized devilish themes and sensual energy.[2][9] For the second leg in Europe, spanning April to June 2022, Ghost headlined with British psychedelic rock band Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats and Twin Temple providing support. Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats contributed heavy, fuzz-laden riffs rooted in 1970s occult rock, enhancing the bill's dark, immersive vibe, while Twin Temple reprised their role from the prior leg, maintaining continuity in the tour's eclectic lineup.[5][25] The third leg, a North American headline tour from August to September 2022, included progressive metal band Mastodon and Canadian metalcore act Spiritbox as openers. Mastodon's intricate, riff-heavy sets from their progressive metal catalog built anticipation with technical prowess, while Spiritbox added modern djent and atmospheric elements, appealing to a broad spectrum of heavy music fans and broadening the tour's appeal.[26][4] The fourth leg in Europe during May and June 2023 featured a mix of support acts tailored to individual headline shows and festivals, including Lucifer, Spiritbox, and Halestorm. Lucifer opened select dates with their heavy metal sound infused with occult motifs, Spiritbox returned for French shows blending progressive metalcore with ethereal vocals, and Halestorm provided high-energy hard rock performances in the Netherlands and Germany, adapting to the leg's festival-heavy itinerary where acts varied by event.[27][28] The fifth leg, dubbed the Re-Imperatour in the United States from August to September 2023, had Swedish melodic death metal band Amon Amarth as special guests. Amon Amarth's Viking-themed sets, complete with battle reenactments and folk-metal anthems, added a epic, historical dimension to the proceedings, creating thematic synergy with Ghost's imperial motifs and energizing audiences with their high-octane live presence.[29] The sixth and seventh legs, covering South America in September 2023 and Australia in October 2023, primarily relied on local openers where applicable, with no consistent touring support acts announced for the headline dates. These regional acts, often emerging bands from the local scenes, helped acclimate crowds to the tour's format in markets with varying festival integrations.[31] Notable collaborations during the tour were limited, though select encores featured guest appearances by support acts, such as Twin Temple joining Ghost for joint performances of shared thematic tracks on the first two legs, fostering a sense of communal ritual.[5]Setlist and performances
Standard setlist
The standard setlist for the Imperatour featured 20 to 22 songs, lasting approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes on average, with a structure that incorporated theatrical rituals, Papa Emeritus IV's monologues, and visual spectacles to enhance the performance's narrative theme of imperial conquest.[32] The show opened with the instrumental "Imperium" leading into the ritualistic "Kaisarion" from Impera, setting a grandiose tone, and typically closed the encore with "Square Hammer."[33][34] The setlist emphasized tracks from Impera, including 6 to 8 songs such as "Rats," "From the Pinnacle to the Pit," "Spillways," "Call Me Little Sunshine," "Respite on the Spitalfields," "Watcher in the Sky," and "Miasma," reflecting the tour's promotional tie-in with the album's release.[35] Complementary staples from earlier albums provided balance, with selections from Opus Eponymous (e.g., "Ritual"), Infestissumam (e.g., "Monstrance Clock"), Meliora (e.g., "Cirice," "Absolution," "He Is"), and Prequelle (e.g., "Dance Macabre," "Pro Memoria").[35] Mid-show elements included dramatic transitions and monologues by Papa Emeritus IV, building to an encore of high-energy crowd pleasers. A typical setlist from the 2023 U.S. leg (20-22 songs total, with variations across performances) included the following core songs:- Imperium
- Kaisarion
- Rats
- From the Pinnacle to the Pit
- Spillways
- Cirice
- Absolution
- Ritual
- Call Me Little Sunshine
- He Is
- Miasma
- Dance Macabre
- Pro Memoria
- Mary on a Cross
- Monstrance Clock
- Kiss the Go-Goat
- Square Hammer[34]
Variations across legs
The setlists for Imperatour evolved notably from the tour's early 2022 legs to the later 2023 segments, reflecting a shift from heavy emphasis on new material from Impera to greater incorporation of rarities and deep cuts from prior albums. In the initial North American and European legs of 2022, performances prioritized debuts from Impera, such as the live premiere of "Watcher in the Sky" at the tour's opening show on August 26, 2022, in San Diego, alongside other fresh tracks like "Kaisarion," "Spillways," and "Call Me Little Sunshine."[36] Rarities like "Year Zero" from Infestissumam were introduced early, appearing in the setlist for that debut performance to blend promotion of the new album with fan-favorite callbacks.[36] By contrast, the 2023 Re-Imperatour legs in the U.S. and Europe showed increased variety, with songs such as "Absolution" and "Con Clavi Con Dio" from Meliora and Opus Eponymous integrated more frequently, allowing for a broader career-spanning selection while retaining core Impera staples.[37] Festival appearances during the tour required adaptations for time slots, resulting in significantly shortened sets that omitted encores and focused on high-energy highlights. For instance, at Hellfest 2022 in Clisson, France, Ghost's performance on June 18 was limited to eight songs—"Kaisarion," "Rats," "From the Pinnacle to the Pit," "Spillways," "Devil Church," "Cirice," "Hunter's Moon," and "Faith"—cut one track short due to vocal strain on frontman Tobias Forge, underscoring the constraints of festival formats compared to the full 20-song arena shows.[38][39] These condensed lineups emphasized anthemic tracks to maximize impact within 45-60 minutes, diverging from the standard template's narrative arc and extended theatrical elements. Regional legs in South America and Australia maintained core setlist structures similar to the U.S. and European runs but incorporated occasional nods to local audiences through subtle adjustments. In the 2023 Latin America leg, sets featured additions like "Absolution" alongside staples such as "Rats" and "Cirice," reflecting a balanced mix without major overhauls, though fan enthusiasm influenced the selection of crowd-pleasing rarities.[40] The Australian dates in October 2023 followed suit, with consistent inclusions of "From the Pinnacle to the Pit" and "Ritual," but no verified covers or unique requests; however, the tour's closing U.S. shows at the Kia Forum in September 2023—bridging the North American finale—debuted "Twenties" from Impera live for the first time, adding a fresh element responsive to long-term fan anticipation.[41][42] Technical production elements, including costume changes and pyrotechnics, were scaled according to venue capacities and safety regulations across legs, ensuring theatrical consistency while adapting to diverse settings. Early 2022 arena shows utilized expansive pyrotechnics synced to tracks like "Square Hammer," but festival and smaller international venues in 2023 featured reduced effects to comply with outdoor constraints, maintaining the tour's imperial aesthetic through modular staging and Papa Emeritus IV's evolving wardrobe transitions.[43]Reception and commercial performance
Critical reception
The Imperatour received widespread acclaim from music critics, who praised its elaborate production values and seamless integration of Ghost's theatrical rock style with the thematic elements of the Impera album. Reviews highlighted the tour's evolution from previous outings, emphasizing enhanced staging that transformed arenas into immersive, ritualistic environments complete with pyrotechnics, confetti cannons, and multi-tiered sets evoking imperial grandeur. Common themes across critiques included the high energy of crowds, drawn into singalongs and spectacle, and the band's ability to balance bombastic visuals with tight musical performances.[44][45][46] The Guardian described the show as a "rock’n’roll pyro pantomime" that delivered "hellishly good fun," lauding the theatricality of Papa Emeritus IV's costume changes and the symphonic metal sound, particularly the heavy riffs in tracks like "Mummy Dust" and the catchy choruses of Impera singles such as "Spillways." These elements were seen as marking a maturation in Ghost's live offerings, with elaborate visuals like stained-glass backdrops and sax solos in "Miasma" adding layers of spectacle without overshadowing the music.[44][46] Kerrang!-affiliated coverage via Louder Sound echoed this, praising the visual effects—including flames, sparkler waterfalls, and a disco transformation during "Dance Macabre"—as pivotal to the production's arena-scale impact.[45]Attendance and box office
The Imperatour achieved significant commercial success, playing to sold-out crowds in arenas across major cities worldwide and drawing an estimated total attendance exceeding 1 million fans over its 129 shows from 2022 to 2023. Notable sell-outs included the band's two concluding North American performances at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, in September 2023, where near-capacity crowds attended despite a no-phone policy enhancing the immersive experience, with the shows grossing $1,674,531 from 16,071 tickets sold.[47] Similarly, the European leg featured packed houses at iconic venues like London's O2 Arena in April 2022, underscoring Ghost's growing international draw. Box office performance was particularly strong during the 2023 Re-Imperatour U.S. leg co-headlined with Amon Amarth, which spanned 27 dates in amphitheaters and arenas with capacities ranging from 10,000 to 20,000. Overall tour revenue reached into the tens of millions of dollars, derived from reported grosses, venue capacities averaging 8,000–15,000 attendees per show, and standard pricing tiers of $50–$150, further amplified by premium VIP packages offering exclusive access and meet-and-greets. Merchandise sales and ancillary revenue streams, including limited-edition tour exclusives and bundled offerings, contributed substantially to the financial outcomes, with fans often purchasing high-margin items like vinyl records, apparel, and ritualistic memorabilia at concession stands. This commercial momentum was bolstered by the tour's alignment with the critically acclaimed Impera album, driving repeat attendance and broad appeal.Media adaptations
Concert film
Rite Here Rite Now is a 2024 American concert film featuring the Swedish rock band Ghost, capturing their live performance during the two-night finale of the North American leg of the Imperatour at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, on September 11 and 12, 2023.[48][49] The film, directed by Ghost's Tobias Forge and filmmaker Alex Ross Perry, blends the complete concert setlist with narrative segments advancing the band's fictional storyline involving frontman Papa Emeritus IV.[50][51] These behind-the-scenes fiction elements draw from Ghost's web series, providing contextual drama interspersed throughout the performance footage.[52] With a runtime of 145 minutes, Rite Here Rite Now immerses viewers in the band's theatrical live spectacle, emphasizing their signature blend of heavy metal, theatricality, and occult-themed visuals.[53] The production was handled by Trafalgar Releasing, with additional involvement from Popecorn Cinematic Pictures and Veeps, Inc.[8] The film received a limited theatrical release on June 20 and 22, 2024, with additional screenings added on June 21 and 23, distributed across more than 1,800 cinemas in 49 countries worldwide.[54] It achieved significant commercial success, grossing $5.04 million globally and becoming the highest-grossing hard rock cinema event to date.[55] Following its theatrical run, the film became available for home viewing on platforms including Veeps and various video-on-demand services starting in July 2024. Physical home video editions on DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K UHD were released on December 6, 2024.[56][57]Live recordings and broadcasts
The primary official live recording from the Imperatour is captured in the Rite Here Rite Now (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), an 18-track live album released on July 26, 2024, by Loma Vista Recordings.[58] Recorded during the tour's two-night finale at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, on September 11 and 12, 2023, the album features performances of key songs from Impera alongside earlier hits, presented in the band's full theatrical production.[59] It debuted at number one on the Billboard Soundtracks chart, marking Ghost's first entry at the top of that ranking.[59] The soundtrack complements the band's debut feature film Rite Here Rite Now by capturing the live musical performances from the filmed concerts. Available in formats including double CD, double vinyl (including a limited silver edition), and digital download, it provides fans with high-fidelity access to the Imperatour's elaborate stage rituals.[60] For streaming, the full Rite Here Rite Now concert experience became available via Veeps on July 20, 2024, offering premium on-demand access to the filmed finale for $9.99 in 4K quality.[61] Select Imperatour performances, such as the September 6, 2022, show in Tampa, Florida, have been officially documented through standalone live videos on YouTube, including the band's upload of "Mary on a Cross."[62] Broadcast elements from the tour include festival appearances, with footage from Ghost's headline set at Download Festival on June 11, 2023, circulating via official highlight reels and fan captures on platforms like YouTube, though no traditional TV airing was confirmed.[63] The soundtrack's vinyl editions, such as the limited silver pressing, were offered as merchandise extensions post-tour, allowing collectors to own physical live audio from the Imperatour era.[60]Tour dates
2022 dates
The Imperatour's 2022 dates launched the tour in support of Ghost's album Impera, beginning with a co-headlining North American arena leg alongside Volbeat and special guest Twin Temple. This initial run, spanning January 25 to March 3, featured 26 shows across the United States, drawing large crowds to venues with capacities exceeding 10,000, such as the United Center in Chicago (capacity 23,500), transitioning to smaller venues toward the end.[64][20] The dates for this leg were as follows:| Date | City | Country | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 25, 2022 | Reno, NV | United States | Reno Events Center |
| January 27, 2022 | Seattle, WA | United States | Climate Pledge Arena |
| January 28, 2022 | Nampa, ID | United States | Ford Idaho Center Arena |
| January 29, 2022 | Portland, OR | United States | Veterans Memorial Coliseum |
| January 31, 2022 | West Valley City, UT | United States | Maverik Center |
| February 2, 2022 | Denver, CO | United States | Ball Arena |
| February 4, 2022 | Omaha, NE | United States | CHI Health Center Omaha |
| February 5, 2022 | Minneapolis, MN | United States | Target Center |
| February 7, 2022 | Columbus, OH | United States | Nationwide Arena |
| February 8, 2022 | Hershey, PA | United States | Giant Center |
| February 10, 2022 | Newark, NJ | United States | Prudential Center |
| February 11, 2022 | Worcester, MA | United States | DCU Center |
| February 12, 2022 | Uncasville, CT | United States | Mohegan Sun Arena |
| February 15, 2022 | Detroit, MI | United States | Little Caesars Arena |
| February 16, 2022 | Chicago, IL | United States | United Center |
| February 18, 2022 | Milwaukee, WI | United States | Fiserv Forum |
| February 19, 2022 | Indianapolis, IN | United States | Gainbridge Fieldhouse |
| February 20, 2022 | St. Louis, MO | United States | Enterprise Center |
| February 22, 2022 | Kansas City, MO | United States | T-Mobile Center |
| February 23, 2022 | Independence, MO | United States | Cable Dahmer Arena |
| February 25, 2022 | Houston, TX | United States | Smart Financial Centre |
| February 26, 2022 | Dallas, TX | United States | South Side Ballroom |
| February 27, 2022 | Austin, TX | United States | ACL Live at the Moody Theater |
| February 28, 2022 | El Paso, TX | United States | UTEP Don Haskins Center |
| March 2, 2022 | Phoenix, AZ | United States | Arizona Federal Theatre |
| March 3, 2022 | Anaheim, CA | United States | House of Blues Anaheim |
| Date | City | Country | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2022 | Manchester | United Kingdom | AO Arena |
| April 11, 2022 | London | United Kingdom | The O2 Arena |
| April 13, 2022 | Glasgow | United Kingdom | OVO Hydro |
| April 15, 2022 | Birmingham | United Kingdom | Resorts World Arena |
| April 17, 2022 | Rotterdam | Netherlands | RTM Stage on Ahoy Route |
| April 18, 2022 | Paris | France | Accor Arena |
| April 19, 2022 | Cologne | Germany | Lanxess Arena |
| April 21, 2022 | Leipzig | Germany | Quarterback Immobilien Arena |
| April 23, 2022 | Hamburg | Germany | Barclays Arena |
| April 25, 2022 | Berlin | Germany | Uber Eats Music Hall |
| April 27, 2022 | Tampere | Finland | Nokia Arena |
| April 29, 2022 | Stockholm | Sweden | Avicii Arena |
| April 30, 2022 | Oslo | Norway | Spektrum |
| May 1, 2022 | Malmö | Sweden | Malmö Arena |
| May 3, 2022 | Copenhagen | Denmark | Royal Arena |
| May 5, 2022 | Krakow | Poland | Tauron Arena |
| May 7, 2022 | Budapest | Hungary | Budapest Arena |
| May 9, 2022 | Vienna | Austria | Wiener Stadthalle |
| May 11, 2022 | Zurich | Switzerland | Hallenstadion |
| May 13, 2022 | Bologna | Italy | Unipol Arena |
| May 15, 2022 | Milan | Italy | Mediolanum Forum |
| May 18, 2022 | Budapest | Hungary | Budapest Arena |
| June 17–18, 2022 | Clisson | France | Hellfest (festival appearance, no support acts listed for Ghost's set) |
| Date | City | Country | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 26, 2022 | San Diego, CA | United States | Pechanga Arena |
| August 27, 2022 | Tucson, AZ | United States | Tucson Convention Center |
| August 30, 2022 | Austin, TX | United States | Moody Center |
| August 31, 2022 | Corpus Christi, TX | United States | American Bank Center |
| September 2, 2022 | Huntsville, AL | United States | Von Braun Center Arena |
| September 3, 2022 | Duluth, GA | United States | Gas South Arena |
| September 4, 2022 | Asheville, NC | United States | ExploreAsheville.com Arena |
| September 6, 2022 | Tampa, FL | United States | Yuengling Center |
| September 7, 2022 | Alpharetta, GA | United States | Ameris Bank Amphitheatre (outdoor addition) |
| September 8, 2022 | Alton, VA | United States | Blue Ridge Rock Festival (festival appearance) |
| September 9, 2022 | Trenton, NJ | United States | CURE Insurance Arena |
| September 10, 2022 | Elmont, NY | United States | UBS Arena |
| September 12, 2022 | Providence, RI | United States | Amica Mutual Pavilion |
| September 13, 2022 | Bangor, ME | United States | Cross Insurance Center |
| September 15, 2022 | Québec | Canada | Centre Vidéotron |
| September 16, 2022 | Laval | Canada | Place Bell |
| September 17, 2022 | Toronto | Canada | Coca-Cola Coliseum |
| September 20, 2022 | Peoria, IL | United States | Peoria Civic Center |
| September 21, 2022 | Green Bay, WI | United States | Resch Center |
| September 23, 2022 | Council Bluffs, IA | United States | Harrah's Council Bluffs (additional date) |
2023 dates
The 2023 dates of the Imperatour extended the tour as the Re-Imperatour, featuring a headline European leg with supporting acts including Spiritbox, Lucifer, Halestorm, and Death SS, alongside multiple festival appearances.[68] This was followed by a 28-date U.S. amphitheater run supported by Amon Amarth, a show in Mexico City supported by Tribulation, the band's first headlining shows in South America, and a debut headline run in Australia that concluded the overall tour on October 7.[6][69][24]European Leg (May–July 2023)
| Date | City | Country | Venue | Support Acts/Festival |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2023 | Rouen | France | Zénith de Rouen | Spiritbox |
| May 22, 2023 | Lyon | France | Halle Tony Garnier | Spiritbox |
| May 23, 2023 | Toulouse | France | Zénith Toulouse Métropole | Spiritbox, Lucifer |
| May 25, 2023 | Rennes | France | Le Liberté | - |
| May 26, 2023 | Lille | France | Zénith de Lille | - |
| May 28, 2023 | Strasbourg | France | Zénith Strasbourg Europe | - |
| May 29, 2023 | Milan | Italy | Ippodromo SNAI La Maura | Death SS, Lucifer |
| May 30, 2023 | Nice | France | Palais Nikaïa | Spiritbox, Lucifer |
| June 1, 2023 | Barcelona | Spain | Parc del Fòrum | Primavera Sound Festival |
| June 3, 2023 | Nantes | France | Zénith Nantes Métropole | Lucifer |
| June 4, 2023 | Amsterdam | Netherlands | AFAS Live | Halestorm |
| June 6, 2023 | Berlin | Germany | Velodrom | Halestorm |
| June 8, 2023 | Gdańsk | Poland | Gdańsk Shipyard | Mystic Festival |
| June 10, 2023 | Sölvesborg | Sweden | Norje Havsbad | Sweden Rock Festival |
| June 11, 2023 | Castle Donington | UK | Donington Park | Download Festival |
| June 12, 2023 | Esch-sur-Alzette | Luxembourg | Rockhal | Halestorm, Lucifer |
| June 13, 2023 | Bochum | Germany | RuhrCongress | Halestorm |
| June 15, 2023 | Dessel | Belgium | Festivalpark Stenehei | Graspop Metal Meeting |
| June 19, 2023 | Hamburg | Germany | Barclays Arena | The Hellacopters |
| June 20, 2023 | Neu-Ulm | Germany | Ratiopharm Arena | - |
| June 22, 2023 | Spálené Poříčí | Czech Republic | Festivalový areál | Rock for People |
| June 23, 2023 | Oslo | Norway | Ekebergsletta | Tons of Rock |
| June 25, 2023 | Athens | Greece | OAKA Basketball Arena | Release Athens Festival |
| June 28, 2023 | Viveiro | Spain | Monte do Castro | Resurrection Fest |
| July 1, 2023 | Seinäjoki | Finland | Törnävänsaari | Provinssirock |
| July 2, 2023 | Helsinki | Finland | Suvilahti | Tuska Open Air Metal Festival |
North American Leg (August–September 2023)
The US-focused portion of the Re-Imperatour played to large outdoor venues, with the final two shows at the Kia Forum filmed for the concert movie Rite Here Rite Now. A single Mexico City date preceded the South American extension, supported by Tribulation.[70]| Date | City | Country/State | Venue | Support Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2, 2023 | Concord | CA, USA | Concord Pavilion | Amon Amarth |
| August 4, 2023 | Auburn | WA, USA | White River Amphitheatre | Amon Amarth |
| August 5, 2023 | Airway Heights | WA, USA | BECU Live at Northern Quest | Amon Amarth |
| August 7, 2023 | West Valley City | UT, USA | USANA Amphitheatre | Amon Amarth |
| August 8, 2023 | Greenwood Village (Denver) | CO, USA | Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre | Amon Amarth |
| August 11, 2023 | Maryland Heights (St. Louis) | MO, USA | Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre | Amon Amarth |
| August 12, 2023 | Milwaukee | WI, USA | American Family Insurance Amphitheater | Amon Amarth |
| August 14, 2023 | Clarkston | MI, USA | Pine Knob Music Theatre | Amon Amarth |
| August 15, 2023 | Chicago | IL, USA | Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island | Amon Amarth |
| August 16, 2023 | Cincinnati | OH, USA | PNC Pavilion at Riverbend Music Center | Amon Amarth |
| August 18, 2023 | Syracuse | NY, USA | St. Joseph's Health Amphitheater at Lakeview | Amon Amarth |
| August 19, 2023 | Mansfield | MA, USA | Xfinity Center | Amon Amarth |
| August 20, 2023 | Bridgeport | CT, USA | Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater | Amon Amarth |
| August 22, 2023 | Indianapolis | IN, USA | TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park | Amon Amarth |
| August 23, 2023 | Burgettstown | PA, USA | The Pavilion at Star Lake | Amon Amarth |
| August 24, 2023 | Bristow | VA, USA | Jiffy Lube Live | Amon Amarth |
| August 25, 2023 | Camden | NJ, USA | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion | Amon Amarth |
| August 27, 2023 | Nashville | TN, USA | Ascend Amphitheater | Amon Amarth |
| August 29, 2023 | Simpsonville | SC, USA | CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park | Amon Amarth |
| August 30, 2023 | Jacksonville | FL, USA | Daily's Place | Amon Amarth |
| August 31, 2023 | Tampa | FL, USA | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre | Amon Amarth |
| September 2, 2023 | The Woodlands | TX, USA | Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion | Amon Amarth |
| September 3, 2023 | Austin | TX, USA | Germania Insurance Amphitheater | Amon Amarth |
| September 5, 2023 | Irving (Dallas) | TX, USA | The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory | Amon Amarth |
| September 7, 2023 | Albuquerque | NM, USA | Isleta Amphitheater | Amon Amarth |
| September 8, 2023 | Phoenix | AZ, USA | Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre | Amon Amarth |
| September 11, 2023 | Inglewood (Los Angeles) | CA, USA | Kia Forum | - |
| September 12, 2023 | Inglewood (Los Angeles) | CA, USA | Kia Forum | - |
| September 18, 2023 | Mexico City | Mexico | Palacio de los Deportes | Tribulation |
South American Leg (September 2023)
Ghost's inaugural headlining shows in South America drew strong attendance, with two nights each in São Paulo and Santiago, supported by local and international acts.[69]| Date | City | Country | Venue | Support Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2023 | São Paulo | Brazil | Espaço Unimed | Crypta |
| September 21, 2023 | São Paulo | Brazil | Espaço Unimed | Crypta |
| September 24, 2023 | Buenos Aires | Argentina | Movistar Arena | Poseidótica |
| September 25, 2023 | Santiago | Chile | Movistar Arena | Pentagram Chile |
| September 27, 2023 | Santiago | Chile | Movistar Arena | Pentagram Chile |
Australian Leg (October 2023)
The tour concluded with Ghost's first Australian headline dates in major arenas, supported by Australian metal band Southeast Desert Metal, marking the end of the overall Imperatour.[24]| Date | City | Country | Venue | Support Act |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 3, 2023 | Sydney | Australia | Qudos Bank Arena | Southeast Desert Metal |
| October 4, 2023 | Melbourne | Australia | John Cain Arena | Southeast Desert Metal |
| October 7, 2023 | Brisbane | Australia | Brisbane Entertainment Centre | Southeast Desert Metal |