Seattle rock fans, get ready to turn back the clock. Alternative rock icons The Smashing Pumpkins are bringing their highly anticipated The Rats In A Cage Tour to Climate Pledge Arena on November 6, 2026, for a night packed with nostalgic favorites, deep cuts, and new material.
Known for their signature blend of dreamy melodies, distorted guitars, and moody alternative rock, The Smashing Pumpkins have been shaping the genre for nearly four decades. This tour celebrates the band’s influential legacy, giving longtime fans a chance to revisit the songs that defined an era while experiencing what the group is creating today.
One of the biggest highlights of the Seattle show is the celebration of the 30th anniversary of Mellon Collie and The Infinite Sadness. Originally released in 1995, the landmark double album helped cement the band’s place in alternative rock history, delivering enduring hits and showcasing the group’s expansive musical style.
The concert will feature two distinct sets, offering a career-spanning experience that goes beyond the biggest radio singles. Fans can look forward to a mix of beloved ’90s anthems, lesser-known tracks, and newer songs, making this a must-see event for longtime followers and newer listeners alike.
With its massive arena setting and nearly four decades of music to draw from, the show is shaping up to be a standout event in Seattle’s fall concert lineup.
Know Before You Go
The concert takes place at Climate Pledge Arena on Friday, November 6. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show begins at 8 p.m. Arriving early can help you navigate entry, find your seats, and settle in before the music starts.
Bag Policy
Planning to bring a bag? Climate Pledge Arena allows one bag no larger than 14″ x 14″ x 6″, whether clear or non-clear, or one small clutch, purse, or wallet no larger than 4″ x 6″ x 1.5″. All bags larger than a clutch, including medical, diaper and parenting, and clear bags, must go through X-ray screening at designated bag lines at the primary entrances.
Parking and Public Transit
Driving to the show? Three convenient parking garages serve Climate Pledge Arena: Arena Garage, located underground and operated by the arena with complimentary EV charging; 1st Ave N Garage, just south of the arena across Lenny Wilkens Way; and 5th Ave Garage, operated by Seattle Center on the east side of campus. ADA parking closest to the arena is available in the Arena Garage and 1st Ave N Garage. Parking passes can be purchased in advance.
Public transit is another easy option. Your tickets to the show include a free King County public transit pass valid from two hours before doors open until two hours after the event. The Seattle Center Monorail is one convenient public transit option in the area: it connects downtown Seattle to Seattle Center in just 90 seconds, followed by a short walk to the arena. The included free transit pass also works on the Monorail, making it easy to leave the car downtown and skip arena-area traffic.
Whether you grew up with Mellon Collie on repeat or are discovering the band for the first time, The Rats In A Cage Tour offers a chance to experience alternative rock history live in Seattle.
