Thursday 28 May 2026 | Live Performance | Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, California, USA
On Thursday 28 May 2026, Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band opened their 2026 US tour with a concert at the Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula, California ā the first show of the 16th All-Starr Band's 12-date tour. The All-Starr Band had previously performed at the Pechanga Resort & Casino on 19 May 2023.
The evening's highlight came at the finale: Nuno Bettencourt, lead guitarist of Extreme, joined the band on stage for a special guest appearance during 'With a Little Help from My Friends' ā the traditional closing number of All-Starr Band shows.
The 16th All-Starr Band
- Ringo Starr ā vocals, drums, percussion
- Steve Lukather ā vocals, guitar, bass guitar
- Colin Hay ā vocals, guitar
- Buck Johnson ā vocals, keyboards
- Hamish Stuart ā vocals, bass guitar, guitar
- Warren Ham ā vocals, saxophone, harmonica, flute, percussion, keyboards
- Gregg Bissonette ā vocals, drums, trumpet
- Nuno Bettencourt ā guitar (guest, final song only)
Concert Setlist
- 'Matchbox'
- 'It Don't Come Easy'
- 'Rosanna' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Pick Up the Pieces' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'Down Under' (Colin Hay)
- 'Boys'
- 'I'm the Greatest'
- 'Yellow Submarine'
- 'Cut the Cake' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'Octopus's Garden'
- 'No No Song'
- 'Choose Love'
- 'Overkill' (Colin Hay)
- 'Africa' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Work to Do' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'I Wanna Be Your Man'
- 'Who Can It Be Now?' (Colin Hay)
- 'Hold the Line' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Photograph'
- 'Act Naturally'
- 'With a Little Help from My Friends' (with Nuno Bettencourt)
- 'Give Peace a Chance'
Nuno Bettencourt
Nuno Bettencourt is the lead guitarist and co-founder of Extreme, the Boston rock band best known for the acoustic ballad 'More Than Words' (1991) and the funk-rock track 'Hole Hearted' (1990). Widely regarded as one of the most technically accomplished guitarists of his generation, Bettencourt has also worked extensively as a solo artist and session musician. His guest appearance at the Pechanga opening night added an unexpected dimension to the traditional 'With a Little Help from My Friends' finale.
The 2026 All-Starr Band Tour
The 2026 US tour ran for 12 dates across May and June, opening at Pechanga and closing at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on 14 June. The full schedule:
- 28 May 2026: Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, California
- 29 May 2026: Humphreys Concerts By The Bay, San Diego, California
- 31 May 2026: Findlay Toyota Center, Prescott Valley, Arizona
- 1 June 2026: Eccles Theater, Salt Lake City, Utah
- 3 June 2026: Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona
- 5 June 2026: Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, California
- 6 June 2026: Vina Robles Amphitheatre, Paso Robles, California
- 8 June 2026: Kiva Auditorium, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- 9 June 2026: Bellco Theatre, Denver, Colorado
- 11 June 2026: San Jose Civic, San Jose, California
- 12 June 2026: Gammage Auditorium, Phoenix, Arizona
- 14 June 2026: Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, California
About the All-Starr Band
Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band concept ā a rotating ensemble of celebrated musicians, each performing their own hits alongside Ringo's Beatles and solo catalogue ā was launched in 1989 at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles and has since become one of rock's most enduring touring institutions. The 16th All-Starr Band continued the format with a lineup of seasoned performers: Steve Lukather (Toto) brought 'Rosanna', 'Africa', and 'Hold the Line'; Colin Hay (Men at Work) contributed 'Down Under', 'Overkill', and 'Who Can It Be Now?'; and Hamish Stuart (Average White Band) performed 'Pick Up the Pieces', 'Cut the Cake', and 'Work to Do'.
Pechanga Resort & Casino
The Pechanga Resort & Casino is located in Temecula, California, in the Temecula Valley wine country of Riverside County, approximately 60 miles north of San Diego. Owned and operated by the Pechanga Band of Indians, it is one of the largest casino resorts in the United States and hosts a regular programme of major live entertainment.
Key Facts: 28 May 2026
- Date: Thursday 28 May 2026
- Venue: Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, California, USA
- Tour show number: 1 of 12 (tour opener)
- All-Starr Band number: 16th
- Previous Ringo show at this venue: 19 May 2023
- Special guest: Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme) on 'With a Little Help from My Friends'
- Songs performed: 22
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Ringo Starr play Pechanga Resort & Casino in 2026?
Yes ā Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band opened their 2026 US tour at the Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula, California on 28 May 2026. It was the first of 12 tour dates. The All-Starr Band had previously performed at Pechanga on 19 May 2023.
Who was the special guest at Ringo Starr's Pechanga show in 2026?
Nuno Bettencourt, lead guitarist of Extreme, joined Ringo Starr and the All-Starr Band on stage for the final song, 'With a Little Help from My Friends', at the Pechanga Resort & Casino on 28 May 2026.
What did Ringo Starr play at Pechanga in 2026?
The 22-song setlist included 'It Don't Come Easy', 'Yellow Submarine', 'Octopus's Garden', 'Photograph', 'Act Naturally', 'With a Little Help from My Friends' (with Nuno Bettencourt), and 'Give Peace a Chance', alongside band members' hits including 'Rosanna' and 'Africa' (Steve Lukather), 'Down Under' (Colin Hay), and 'Pick Up the Pieces' (Hamish Stuart).
Who was in Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band in 2026?
The 16th All-Starr Band comprised Ringo Starr (vocals, drums), Steve Lukather (vocals, guitar), Colin Hay (vocals, guitar), Buck Johnson (vocals, keyboards), Hamish Stuart (vocals, bass, guitar), Warren Ham (vocals, saxophone, harmonica, flute, percussion, keyboards), and Gregg Bissonette (vocals, drums, trumpet).
Who is Nuno Bettencourt?
Nuno Bettencourt is the lead guitarist and co-founder of Extreme, the Boston rock band best known for 'More Than Words' (1991) and 'Hole Hearted' (1990). He is widely regarded as one of the most technically accomplished guitarists of his generation.
Where is Pechanga Resort & Casino?
Pechanga Resort & Casino is located in Temecula, California, in Riverside County, approximately 60 miles north of San Diego. It is owned and operated by the Pechanga Band of Indians and is one of the largest casino resorts in the United States.
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