East Rutherford, New Jersey, August 30, 2025
News Summary
The Jonas Brothers have commenced their 20th anniversary tour titled ‘JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown’ at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The tour features nostalgic performances and various surprise guest artists and is set to run until late 2025. Early shows have included family participation and celebrated the band’s career with various special moments shared with their audience, making it a heartfelt experience for fans.
East Rutherford — The Jonas Brothers launched their 20th anniversary tour, titled JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown, on August 10, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The run is scheduled through November 2025 and has featured numerous surprise guest appearances and nostalgia-driven setlists in its first weeks.
Key developments at the tour kickoff and opening weeks
The tour’s opening night included family participation, with the brothers’ parents and their youngest brother, Franklin, joining the band on stage. Founding member Joe Jonas described this tour as intentionally different from past outings, aiming to deliver an elevated live experience. In the first 15 days of the tour, the brothers have regularly invited surprise guests to perform, blending the Jonas Brothers’ catalog with tracks that influenced them and songs by guest performers.
Notable surprise guests and performances
During the concert in Boston on August 23, several high-profile guest appearances highlighted the show. Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional performed two songs, including the well-known “Vindicated.” Pop singer JoJo appeared to sing two tracks, including “Leave (Get Out).” Jesse McCartney, a headliner the Jonas Brothers once opened for two decades earlier, returned to perform “Beautiful Soul” and a medley that included “Leavin’.”
Other artists who have joined the brothers at various stops so far include Switchfoot, who performed “Meant to Live”; Dean Lewis, who sang “Loved You Better”; All Time Low; Hoobastank; Cartel; Alessia Cara; and JP Saxe. The appearances have mixed well-known throwbacks with current releases, creating a varied concert experience.
Band and individual moments
The tour has also provided space for individual showcases. Kevin Jonas debuted a new solo song live for the first time during the tour, and each sibling has been given moments within the set to feature individual projects alongside the group’s collective material. These segments have been woven into a broader program designed to celebrate two decades of the band’s career.
Fan reaction and tour atmosphere
Audience response during the early shows has been broadly positive, with fans noting enthusiasm for the nostalgic elements and surprise guests. Concertgoers have highlighted the throwback performances and collaborations as major attractions, while the inclusion of family members on stage at the opening night added a personal, celebratory tone to the tour’s launch.
Tour timeline and expectations
The tour began August 10, 2025, and is scheduled to continue through November 2025. Promoters and the band have indicated that additional surprise guests are expected at future shows, continuing the pattern observed in the opening weeks. The structure of the tour mixes full-band performances, guest collaborations, and individual showcases by each brother.
Background and context
The Jonas Brothers formed two decades ago and rose to mainstream prominence in the mid-2000s. This anniversary tour is framed as both a celebration of their long-running career and a platform to highlight influences and collaborators encountered over the years. By blending their hits with guest appearances and solo moments, the brothers have created a program intended to reflect the breadth of their musical journey and to acknowledge the fanbase that supported them through different phases of their career.
What to expect at upcoming shows
Attendees at forthcoming dates can expect a mix of the Jonas Brothers’ catalog, surprise guest appearances, occasional family participation, and individual performances from each sibling. The tour’s emphasis on nostalgia and collaboration suggests more guest artists and throwback moments will appear at later stops.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where did the JONAS20 tour begin?
The tour began on August 10, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
What is the official tour name and duration?
The tour is called JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown and is scheduled to run from August 2025 through November 2025.
Have there been surprise guest performers?
Yes. In the first 15 days, the tour featured multiple surprise guests, including Chris Carrabba, JoJo, Jesse McCartney, Switchfoot, Dean Lewis, All Time Low, Hoobastank, Cartel, Alessia Cara, and JP Saxe.
Were any family members involved in the shows?
The brothers’ parents and their youngest brother Franklin joined the band on stage during the opening night at MetLife Stadium.
Will there be more guest appearances later in the tour?
Yes. The tour has indicated that additional surprise guests are expected at future dates through November 2025.
Quick reference table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Tour name | JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown |
| Tour start date | August 10, 2025 |
| Kickoff venue | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey |
| Scheduled end | November 2025 |
| Notable surprise guests (early shows) | Chris Carrabba, JoJo, Jesse McCartney, Switchfoot, Dean Lewis, All Time Low, Hoobastank, Cartel, Alessia Cara, JP Saxe |
| Special performances in Boston (Aug 23) | Chris Carrabba performed “Vindicated” and “Take a Breath”; JoJo sang “Leave (Get Out)” and “Vacation Eyes”; Jesse McCartney performed “Beautiful Soul” and a medley including “Leavin’.” |
| Family appearance | Parents and youngest brother Franklin joined onstage during opening night |
| Solo and individual moments | Kevin Jonas debuted a new solo song; each brother showcased individual projects during the set |
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- Us Magazine: Jonas Brothers Tour Surprise Guests
- Wikipedia: Jonas Brothers
- NBC Boston: Kevin Jonas’ Concert
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- Patriot Ledger: Fenway Park Concert
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Jonas Brothers
- People: Kevin Jonas Solo Song
- Google News: Jonas Brothers 2025 Tour
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