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Smashing Pumpkins at Barclays Center, Brooklyn

The October 4 stop at Barclays Center is the New York date on The Rats In A Cage Tour, a Sunday night show in Brooklyn that puts the Smashing Pumpkins on one of the busiest arena floors in the country. After three earlier dates in Columbus, Boston, and Baltimore, the production hits New York with the early-tour energy still very much intact. Browse the listings below to find your seats.

The Smashing Pumpkins are one of the defining alternative rock bands of the 1990s. Formed in Chicago in 1988 by Billy Corgan and James Iha, with Jimmy Chamberlin on drums, the band built a sound that pulled equally from heavy metal, dream pop, shoegaze, and electronic textures. Their 1991 debut Gish and 1993's Siamese Dream established them as one of the most ambitious acts in alternative rock, but it was 1995's Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness that turned them into a generational phenomenon. The double album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, sold more than ten million copies in the United States alone (earning a rare diamond RIAA certification), and produced five Top 40 singles.

The Rats In A Cage Tour celebrates Mellon Collie's 30th anniversary with a full-album performance every night. The first set is the album in full -- all 28 tracks in album sequence -- followed by a career-spanning second set drawing from Gish, Siamese Dream, Adore, Machina, Oceania, the Atum trilogy, and beyond. For New York fans who have followed the band through Madison Square Garden, Roseland, Hammerstein Ballroom, and Forest Hills Stadium over the decades, this is the chance to hear Mellon Collie in its entirety for the first time live.

The current touring lineup features founding members Billy Corgan, James Iha, and Jimmy Chamberlin, plus Kiki Wong on guitar -- the breakthrough Las Vegas-born musician who joined the band in 2024 after Jeff Schroeder's departure. The band has continued to release new music at a steady clip, including the ambitious 33-song rock opera trilogy Atum (released across 2022-2023).

Barclays Center is a 19,000-capacity multi-purpose arena located at 620 Atlantic Avenue in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, on the border with Park Slope and downtown Brooklyn. The arena is the home of the NBA's Brooklyn Nets and the WNBA's New York Liberty, and it has been one of the busiest concert venues in North America since opening in 2012. It sits directly above the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center subway station, served by the B, D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, and 5 trains, plus the Long Island Rail Road.

What to expect at the show: the Mellon Collie set runs about 90 to 105 minutes for the full album, followed by a brief intermission and a 90-minute-plus career-spanning second set. Setlists for the second set have included tracks like Cherub Rock, Today, Disarm, Mayonaise, Drown, Eye, Ava Adore, and a selection from the Atum trilogy. With doors typically opening 90 minutes before showtime and any opening act adding another 30 to 45 minutes, plan for a full three to three and a half hour evening from doors through the encore.

Getting to Barclays Center from elsewhere in New York is exceptionally easy by subway. Nine MTA lines (the B, D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, and 5) plus the Long Island Rail Road all serve the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center station, which has direct access into the arena. Driving and parking is considerably more complicated and expensive -- multiple parking garages exist in the surrounding Park Slope and Prospect Heights blocks, but most fans use transit. Ride-share zones are designated along Atlantic Avenue.

How to Buy Smashing Pumpkins New York Tickets

Where can I buy Smashing Pumpkins New York tickets?

Tickets are available through the Barclays Center box office and authorized primary sellers like Ticketmaster, as well as the band's official tour page. Verified resale tickets are available on BigStub, a trusted third-party marketplace with no hidden fees and a 100 percent buyer guarantee on every order.

When is the New York show?

The Smashing Pumpkins play Barclays Center on Sunday, October 4, 2026 as part of The Rats In A Cage Tour. Doors typically open about ninety minutes before showtime. The Brooklyn date is the fifth night of the tour.

What is the format of the New York show?

The Brooklyn show features two distinct sets. The first is a complete performance of Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness in album sequence, all 28 tracks. The second is a career-spanning set drawing from Gish, Siamese Dream, Adore, Machina, Oceania, the Atum rock opera trilogy, and the band's broader catalog. Plan for roughly three to three and a half hours including a brief intermission.

What should I know about Barclays Center?

Barclays Center is a 19,000-capacity arena located at 620 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, home to the NBA Brooklyn Nets and WNBA New York Liberty. The arena sits directly above the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center subway station, served by nine MTA lines and the Long Island Rail Road, making it one of the most transit-accessible major venues in the country.

How do I get to Barclays Center?

The easiest way to reach Barclays Center is by subway. The B, D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, and 5 trains all stop at the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center station, which has direct access into the arena. The Long Island Rail Road also stops here. Driving and parking is significantly more complicated and expensive, but multiple paid garages are in the surrounding Park Slope blocks. Ride-share zones are along Atlantic Avenue.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are the Smashing Pumpkins playing in New York in 2026?

Yes. The Smashing Pumpkins play Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Sunday, October 4, 2026 as part of The Rats In A Cage Tour. The Brooklyn date is the fifth stop on the 27-date North American arena run. Check the listings above for available tickets.

What is The Rats In A Cage Tour?

The Rats In A Cage Tour is The Smashing Pumpkins' fall 2026 North American arena tour. The name comes from the iconic Bullet With Butterfly Wings lyric. Every night features two sets: a full performance of the 1995 diamond-certified album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, followed by a career-spanning set pulling from nearly four decades of Pumpkins material.

Where is Barclays Center?

Barclays Center is located at 620 Atlantic Avenue in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. The 19,000-capacity arena is the home of the NBA Brooklyn Nets and WNBA New York Liberty. The arena sits directly above the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center subway station, served by the B, D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, and 5 trains and the LIRR.

Why Brooklyn instead of Manhattan?

Barclays Center has been a regular major-tour stop in the New York area since opening in 2012, and many touring artists prefer the Brooklyn arena over Madison Square Garden for its newer construction, superior sightlines, and exceptional transit access. The Smashing Pumpkins have played both rooms over the years, and the Rats In A Cage Tour selected Barclays for 2026.

Who is in The Smashing Pumpkins now?

The current lineup features founding members Billy Corgan (vocals, guitar), James Iha (guitar), and Jimmy Chamberlin (drums), plus Kiki Wong on guitar. Kiki Wong joined the band in 2024 after Jeff Schroeder departed, and the four-piece configuration has been touring extensively since.

What songs will The Smashing Pumpkins play in New York?

The Brooklyn show will feature the full Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness album in the first set -- 28 tracks including Tonight Tonight, 1979, Zero, Bullet With Butterfly Wings, Thirty-Three, Muzzle, Cupid de Locke, and the title track. The second set will draw from Gish, Siamese Dream, Adore, Machina, Oceania, the Atum rock opera, and the broader catalog.

How long is the New York show?

The two-set format makes for an extended evening. Plan for roughly three to three and a half hours including a brief intermission between the Mellon Collie set and the career-spanning second set. Including any opening act, doors-to-encore can run close to four hours.

Who is opening for The Smashing Pumpkins in New York?

Supporting acts for the Barclays Center show have not been confirmed. Some Rats In A Cage Tour dates feature regional or rotating opening acts. Check individual show pages for the most current opener information.

How much do Brooklyn Smashing Pumpkins tickets cost?

Prices vary by section and demand. Upper bowl seats trend toward more accessible pricing, while lower bowl and floor seats tend higher. Sunday night dates in New York generally have wider price ranges. Check the listings above for current pricing on BigStub, where verified resale tickets are available with no hidden fees added at checkout.

How do I get to Barclays Center?

The easiest way to reach Barclays Center is by subway. The B, D, N, Q, R, 2, 3, 4, and 5 trains all stop at the Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center station, which has direct access into the arena. The Long Island Rail Road also stops here. Driving and parking is significantly harder and pricier; most fans use transit.

Can I get a refund if the show is canceled?

Yes. BigStub's 100 percent buyer guarantee covers refunds for shows that are canceled and not rescheduled. If the show is postponed to a new date, your tickets typically remain valid for the rescheduled performance. Contact BigStub customer service for help with any specific situation.

What is the Atum trilogy?

Atum is a 33-song rock opera released by The Smashing Pumpkins across three acts in 2022 and 2023. It is conceived as a sequel to the band's earlier concept albums Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness and Machina/The Machines of God. Tracks from Atum frequently appear in the career-spanning second set of the Rats In A Cage Tour.

Are kids allowed at the Brooklyn show?

Yes, Barclays Center is all-ages for The Smashing Pumpkins. The shows include some intense moments and pyro, but the production is appropriate for older kids and teens. Children typically need their own ticket above age 2 or 3.

What is the best subway line to Barclays Center?

All nine MTA lines that stop at Atlantic Avenue-Barclays Center connect directly to the arena. The B and Q from Manhattan, the N and R from across the city, the 2, 3, 4, and 5 from the East Side, and the D from the Bronx and Brooklyn all work. The LIRR also stops here for Long Island fans. Pick the line closest to your starting point.

How early should I arrive at Barclays Center?

Doors typically open about ninety minutes before showtime. Plan to arrive at least an hour before the opener for security, transit, and finding your seat. Barclays Center can get very crowded on event nights, with longer entry lines than smaller venues. Allow extra time during peak transit hours.