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Smashing Pumpkins at the Moda Center, Portland

The November 1 stop at the Moda Center brings The Smashing Pumpkins to Portland for a Sunday night Pacific Northwest leg highlight on The Rats In A Cage Tour. PDX has been a consistently strong Pumpkins market for decades, and the Rose Quarter complex puts a major arena rock night at one of the most accessible venues in the city. 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 including Tonight, Tonight, 1979, Zero, Bullet With Butterfly Wings, and Thirty-Three. The Rats In A Cage Tour celebrates the album's 30th anniversary with a full-album performance every night, including in Portland.

The current touring lineup features founding members Billy Corgan, James Iha, and Jimmy Chamberlin, plus Kiki Wong on guitar -- the 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).

Moda Center is a 19,393-seat multi-purpose arena located at 1 North Center Court Street in the Rose Quarter complex on the east side of the Willamette River in Portland. The arena opened in 1995 (originally as the Rose Garden Arena, renamed Moda Center in 2013) and is the home of the NBA Portland Trail Blazers. It has been one of the busiest concert venues in the Pacific Northwest for three decades, hosting recent major shows including Bruce Springsteen, Drake, Olivia Rodrigo, and Bad Bunny.

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 the Moda Center from elsewhere in Portland is exceptionally easy. The MAX Light Rail Rose Quarter Transit Center is directly outside the arena, served by the Blue, Green, Red, and Yellow lines plus multiple TriMet bus routes. The Rose Quarter is on the east side of the Willamette River, walking distance from the Convention Center and the Lloyd District. Multiple paid parking garages are at the Rose Quarter complex, and ride-share zones are designated at the arena entrances. The Rose Quarter Streetcar stop is also nearby.

How to Buy Smashing Pumpkins Portland Tickets

Where can I buy Smashing Pumpkins Portland tickets?

Tickets are available through the Moda 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 Portland show?

The Smashing Pumpkins play the Moda Center on Sunday, November 1, 2026 as part of The Rats In A Cage Tour. Doors typically open about ninety minutes before showtime. The Portland date kicks off the Pacific Northwest leg of the tour.

What is the format of the Portland show?

The Portland 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 the Moda Center?

Moda Center is a 19,393-seat multi-purpose arena at 1 North Center Court Street in the Rose Quarter complex in Portland. The arena opened in 1995 and is the home of the NBA Portland Trail Blazers. It is one of the busiest concert venues in the Pacific Northwest.

How do I get to the Moda Center?

The MAX Light Rail Rose Quarter Transit Center is directly outside the arena, served by the Blue, Green, Red, and Yellow lines plus multiple TriMet bus routes. This is the easiest way to reach the arena. Multiple paid parking garages are at the Rose Quarter complex, and ride-share zones are designated at the arena entrances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are the Smashing Pumpkins playing in Portland in 2026?

Yes. The Smashing Pumpkins play the Moda Center on Sunday, November 1, 2026 as part of The Rats In A Cage Tour. 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 Moda Center?

Moda Center is located at 1 North Center Court Street in the Rose Quarter complex in Portland, Oregon. The 19,393-seat arena opened in 1995 and is the home of the NBA Portland Trail Blazers. It is on the east side of the Willamette River, directly accessible from the MAX Light Rail Rose Quarter Transit Center.

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.

What songs will The Smashing Pumpkins play in Portland?

The Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland?

Supporting acts for the Moda 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 Portland 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 arena dates generally have a range of price points. 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 Moda Center?

The MAX Light Rail Rose Quarter Transit Center is directly outside the arena. The Blue, Green, Red, and Yellow MAX lines all stop there, plus multiple TriMet bus routes. Multiple paid parking garages are at the Rose Quarter complex, and ride-share zones are designated at the arena entrances.

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 Portland show?

Yes, Moda 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 Rose Quarter?

The Rose Quarter is a sports and entertainment complex on the east side of the Willamette River in Portland, anchored by the Moda Center and the Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The complex is directly served by the MAX Light Rail Rose Quarter Transit Center and is walking distance from the Oregon Convention Center and the Lloyd District.

What is parking like at Moda Center?

Multiple paid parking garages are at the Rose Quarter complex, including the One Center Court garage and the Garden Garage. Demand is highest when Trail Blazers home games overlap with concerts. The MAX Light Rail Rose Quarter Transit Center is the easiest alternative.

How early should I arrive at Moda Center?

Doors typically open about ninety minutes before showtime. Plan to arrive at least an hour before the opener for security, parking or transit, and finding your seat. Portland traffic on Sunday event nights can get busy, especially crossing the river bridges.