String Cheese Incident announce 2027 Say Cheese Tour dates

The String Cheese Incident, the Colorado-based jamgrass pioneers, have announced their first tour of 2027. The Say Cheese Tour will launch on January 14 in Jacksonville, Florida, and span nearly two months, wrapping up with a return to their home state for a long-awaited performance in Steamboat Springs and two nights in Aspen. Tickets go on sale to the public on October 30, with presales starting a day earlier for fans who sign up via the band’s official website.

A Celebration of Community and Legacy

The Say Cheese Tour is more than just a series of concerts—it’s a celebration of the band’s three-decade journey and the tight-knit community that has grown around them. In a press release, the band reflected on the milestones shared with fans: "A lot can happen in 30-plus years of following a band. Strangers become friends, and friends become family. Some Incidents become the anniversary venue for lovebirds who met on the dancefloor 20 years ago, and some kids experience their first Incident the same night their parents experience their 100th."

Formed in 1993 in Crested Butte, Colorado, The String Cheese Incident quickly became a staple of the jam band scene, blending bluegrass, rock, funk, and electronic influences into their signature sound. Their independent spirit led them to launch their own record label, SCI Fidelity, in 1997, and they’ve since released over a dozen albums, including their most recent, Lend Me a Hand (2023), a tribute to their late manager Jesse Aratow. The tour will feature songs from that album, as well as newer singles like "Lightning Sky" and "Fete Tama."

Tour Dates and Highlights

The Say Cheese Tour kicks off with a four-show run in Florida, followed by stops in the Carolinas and Georgia before heading west. Here’s the full lineup of confirmed dates:

• January 14: Florida Theatre – Jacksonville, FL
• January 15: FTL War Memorial Auditorium – Fort Lauderdale, FL
• January 16–17: Jannus Live – St. Petersburg, FL
• January 20: Durham Performing Arts Center – Durham, NC
• January 21: Peace Concert Hall – Greenville, SC
• January 22–23: Tabernacle – Atlanta, GA
• March 5: WinterWonderGrass – Steamboat Springs, CO (first show in 25 years!)
• March 6–7: Belly Up Aspen – Aspen, CO

A highlight of the tour is the band’s return to Steamboat Springs for the WinterWonderGrass Festival on March 5. It marks their first performance in the city since 2002, ending a 25-year hiatus and adding a sentimental touch for longtime fans.

Ticket Information and What to Expect

Tickets for the Say Cheese Tour will be available through the following channels: - Artist presale: October 29 at 10 AM local time - Local presale: October 29 at 2 PM local time - General onsale: October 30 at 10 AM local time

Fans can sign up for presale access and find additional details on the band’s official website.

The tour follows the band’s Just Keep Spinning Tour, which wraps up in December with shows in California. For those new to The String Cheese Incident, expect high-energy performances, improvisational jams, and a festival-like atmosphere—whether you’re catching them in an intimate venue or at WinterWonderGrass. With a catalog spanning three decades, every show is a unique experience, blending fan favorites with deep cuts and surprises.

Why This Tour Matters

For longtime fans, the Say Cheese Tour is a chance to reconnect with the band and the community that has defined their live experience for over 30 years. It’s also an opportunity for newcomers to discover why The String Cheese Incident has remained a beloved fixture in the jam band world. From their genre-defying sound to their independent ethos, the band continues to push boundaries while staying true to the spirit of live music.

Whether you’re attending your first show or your hundredth, the tour promises to be a celebration of the "little moments" that make the SCI experience unforgettable.