Madison Jernigan
Oct 26, 2026
The San Diego indie-pop trio brought their "Thank God It’s Almost Monday" Tour to Phoenix on October 23, filling The Van Buren with dance-ready hooks, crowd singalongs, and a lively opening set from Rec Hall.
Almost Monday brought their Thank God It’s Almost Monday Tour to a packed Van Buren in Phoenix on October 23rd, delivering an energetic night filled with music, movement, and an enthusiastic crowd. Before even stepping inside the venue, fans were greeted with the perfect photo opportunity: a blue van featuring the tour’s title.
With an incredible lineup of openers on this tour, Phoenix was lucky to have Rec Hall join the bill for this stop. Their sound and energy made them a natural fit for the night, and if you’re a fan of Almost Monday, Rec Hall is definitely a band worth checking out. They did an excellent job warming up the crowd and setting the tone for the night ahead.
After Rec Hall got the audience moving, Almost Monday made their entrance in style, dropping a large curtain emblazoned with the tour title before jumping straight into their set. Frontman Dawson showcased incredible stage presence, constantly moving across the stage to connect with every corner of the venue. Whether he was working his way across the stage or leaning toward the edge to interact with fans, he made the entire room feel involved in the performance.
One of the best parts of the night was seeing just how diverse the crowd was, ranging from younger fans to older concertgoers, all brought together by the same music. No matter their age, everyone seemed to move in unison as the band played.
Between songs, Dawson took a moment to reflect on how surreal it was to be making music and performing for crowds like this. He even shared a story about his failed audition for The Voice years ago, explaining how that experience became motivation to keep pushing forward and working toward his goals.
It was a reminder that success doesn't always come from getting the opportunity you initially hoped for, but from continuing to show up and putting in the work. With their infectious energy, crowd connection, and feel-good sound, Almost Monday made their Phoenix stop feel like more than just another night on tour.