School of Rock 2026 AllStars Tour raised more than $16,000 for youth music education scholarships during a summer run of 34 shows across 33 U.S. cities, the organization announced September 29.
The money will support the Play Without Limits Project, a nonprofit that helps students who otherwise couldn’t afford to participate access School of Rock programs.
This year’s tour brought together 162 students from 99 School of Rock locations across eight countries. Divided into six teams, they performed over 10 days at venues including New York’s Sony Hall, Trees in Dallas, and San Diego’s House of Blues. Local School of Rock House Bands opened each show.
According to School of Rock, fewer than 1% of its students earn an AllStars spot. Alongside performing, participants spoke to audiences about their experiences and encouraged support for scholarships.
For the young musicians, the run paired time on professional stages with a chance to help other students get started. The money raised will extend that opportunity beyond this year’s touring class.
Donations remain open through the Play Without Limits Project.
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School of Rock helps aspiring musicians master skills, unleash creativity, and develop the tools they need to thrive in life. Founded as a single school in Philadelphia, PA., in 1998, School of Rock has become a rapidly growing international franchise with over 650 schools open or in development across 23 global markets and has grown its student count from 4,000 in 2009 to over 80,000 today. School of Rock offers a wide variety of music lessons, including guitar, singing, and piano. The company also sells musical instruments and music gear through its GearSelect program.
