GHOST's Skeletour World Tour continues its Midwest swing with a February 4 date at Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. The theatrical arena production — fronted by Tobias Forge in his latest incarnation as Papa V Perpetua, complete with purple mitre, claw-like fingers, and a sparkly skull mask — has drawn rave reviews for its immersive, phone-free atmosphere and elaborate stage design that transforms each venue into a gothic cathedral of rock.
The phone-free policy, enforced via Yondr pouches, has been one of the tour's most talked-about features. Fans have overwhelmingly praised the approach, reporting that the absence of phone screens creates a communal experience that feels closer to the ritualistic GHOST concerts of old, before the band graduated to arena-sized venues. The setlist has featured a generous 22-song selection drawing heavily from the chart-topping album "Skeleta" — which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in May 2025, selling 86,000 equivalent units in its first week — alongside deep cuts and fan favorites spanning the band's entire discography.
Following the Cincinnati show, the tour moves to Peoria, Illinois on February 5 at Peoria Civic Center Arena. The North American leg wraps February 23 at the massive Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, after which Forge has hinted at taking a well-deserved break from the road. Ticket demand has remained exceptionally strong throughout the run, with multiple dates selling out well in advance, cementing GHOST's position as one of the biggest live draws in modern heavy music.