East Rutherford, New Jersey, October 14, 2025
News Summary
The Jonas Brothers kicked off their 20th anniversary tour, JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown Tour, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring surprise guests like Switchfoot, Demi Lovato, and Jesse McCartney. The tour celebrates two decades of music with collaborations and special performances throughout various venues, aiming to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans.
East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Jonas Brothers launch 20th anniversary tour with surprise guests and special performances
The Jonas Brothers’ 20th anniversary tour, JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown Tour, began on August 10, 2025, with a launch show at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The opening night featured multiple surprise guests and special collaborations, ending with the three brothers sharing the stage with family members for a closing performance.
Top-line details
The tour launched at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas expressed their love for New Jersey by featuring multiple surprise guests at the opening night show. The first surprise guest at MetLife was the band Switchfoot, who performed “Meant to Live” and “Hold On.” Jesse McCartney also made an appearance, performing “Beautiful Soul.” Dean Lewis joined the Jonas Brothers for their ballad “Loved You Better” during the opening night. The biggest surprise was Demi Lovato, who participated in a Camp Rock reunion, performing a medley including “This Is Me” and “Wouldn’t Change a Thing.” The opening night ended with their family on stage singing “When You Look Me in the Eyes,” including their parents and Kevin’s wife and daughters.
Early tour stops and notable guests
The tour continued with a second night at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia, on August 12, featuring All Time Low as a special guest. Additional surprise guests included The Click Five, performing “Just the Girl,” at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, New Jersey, on August 14. The Jonas Brothers performed alongside Hanson for a rendition of “MMMBop” in Virginia Beach on August 15. The concert in Hersheypark Stadium on August 17 had guests Cartel (“Say Anything (Else)”) and Hoobastank (“The Reason”). At the Rogers Center in Toronto on August 21, JP Saxe joined to perform “If the World Was Ending,” and Alessia Cara sang “Scars to Your Beautiful.” The August 23 concert at Fenway Park featured performances from Dashboard Confessional and Jojo, who sang “Leave (Get Out).” The Plain White T’s performed “Hey There Delilah” at Tinley Park, Illinois.
Additional highlights and later shows
The Jonas Brothers’ concert in Dallas included surprise guests Kelsea Ballerini, who sang “Peter Pan,” and a reunion of Fifth Harmony performing “Worth It” and “Work From Home.” Other guests during the tour included John Legend in Los Angeles, 5 Seconds of Summer, and Machine Gun Kelly in Vancouver. The tour showcased songs from their new album, Greetings From Your Hometown, and their classic hits. Fans reacted with excitement to the variety and nostalgia brought by the surprise guests and performances throughout the tour.
Tour approach and fan experience
Joe Jonas mentioned in an interview that this tour would be different and aimed at giving fans the best experience possible. The tour’s mix of guest performers, album-focused selections, and family moments was presented as part of that approach, with varied lineups across U.S., Canadian, and international stops in the early legs of the tour.
Context and background
The JONAS20 tour marks the band’s 20th year performing together under the Jonas Brothers name, combining material from their latest release with songs that helped define their career. The use of surprise guests aligns with anniversary programming designed to offer both nostalgia and new interpretations of established hits. Production choices at stadium and amphitheater venues were set to accommodate large audiences and multiple guest appearances during the first weeks of the tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Jonas Brothers’ 20th anniversary tour begin?
The Jonas Brothers’ 20th anniversary tour, JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown Tour, began on August 10, 2025.
Where did the tour launch?
The tour launched at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Which surprise guests appeared at the opening night?
Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas expressed their love for New Jersey by featuring multiple surprise guests at the opening night show. The first surprise guest at MetLife was the band Switchfoot, who performed “Meant to Live” and “Hold On.” Jesse McCartney also made an appearance, performing “Beautiful Soul.” Dean Lewis joined the Jonas Brothers for their ballad “Loved You Better” during the opening night. The biggest surprise was Demi Lovato, who participated in a Camp Rock reunion, performing a medley including “This Is Me” and “Wouldn’t Change a Thing.” The opening night ended with their family on stage singing “When You Look Me in the Eyes,” including their parents and Kevin’s wife and daughters.
Which guest performers have appeared on other dates?
The tour continued with a second night at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia, on August 12, featuring All Time Low as a special guest. Additional surprise guests included The Click Five, performing “Just the Girl,” at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, New Jersey, on August 14. The Jonas Brothers performed alongside Hanson for a rendition of “MMMBop” in Virginia Beach on August 15. The concert in Hersheypark Stadium on August 17 had guests Cartel (“Say Anything (Else)”) and Hoobastank (“The Reason”). At the Rogers Center in Toronto on August 21, JP Saxe joined to perform “If the World Was Ending,” and Alessia Cara sang “Scars to Your Beautiful.” The August 23 concert at Fenway Park featured performances from Dashboard Confessional and Jojo, who sang “Leave (Get Out).” The Plain White T’s performed “Hey There Delilah” at Tinley Park, Illinois. The Jonas Brothers’ concert in Dallas had surprise guests Kelsea Ballerini, who sang “Peter Pan,” and a reunion of Fifth Harmony performing “Worth It” and “Work From Home.” Other guests included John Legend in Los Angeles, 5 Seconds of Summer, and Machine Gun Kelly in Vancouver.
What material are the Jonas Brothers performing on this tour?
The tour showcased songs from their new album, Greetings From Your Hometown, and their classic hits.
What did the band say about the tour’s intent?
Joe Jonas mentioned in an interview that this tour would be different and aimed at giving fans the best experience possible.
Quick reference: Selected dates, locations, and guests
| Date | Location / Venue | Notable guests / performances |
|---|---|---|
| August 10, 2025 | MetLife Stadium — East Rutherford, New Jersey | Switchfoot (“Meant to Live”, “Hold On”); Jesse McCartney (“Beautiful Soul”); Dean Lewis (“Loved You Better”); Demi Lovato (Camp Rock medley); family finale (“When You Look Me in the Eyes”) |
| August 12, 2025 | Jiffy Lube Live — Bristow, Virginia | All Time Low |
| August 14, 2025 | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion — Camden, New Jersey | The Click Five (“Just the Girl”) |
| August 15, 2025 | Virginia Beach | Hanson (“MMMBop”) |
| August 17, 2025 | Hersheypark Stadium — Hershey, Pennsylvania | Cartel (“Say Anything (Else)”); Hoobastank (“The Reason”) |
| August 21, 2025 | Rogers Center — Toronto | JP Saxe (“If the World Was Ending”); Alessia Cara (“Scars to Your Beautiful”) |
| August 23, 2025 | Fenway Park — Boston | Dashboard Confessional; Jojo (“Leave (Get Out)”) |
| August (Tinley Park) | Tinley Park, Illinois | The Plain White T’s (“Hey There Delilah”) |
| August (Dallas) | Dallas, Texas | Kelsea Ballerini (“Peter Pan”); Fifth Harmony reunion (“Worth It”, “Work From Home”) |
| Other dates | Los Angeles; Vancouver | John Legend (Los Angeles); 5 Seconds of Summer; Machine Gun Kelly (Vancouver) |
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