Air Jordan 4 "Tour Yellow" (Rare Air) Returns in 2026 for 20th Anniversary

The Air Jordan 4 “Tour Yellow” is officially set to return in 2026, bringing one of the most elusive Air Jordan 4 releases back into rotation for its 20th anniversary. As the Air Jordan 4 continues to rank among Nike’s best sellers in the Retro lineup, the return of this long-dormant colorway signals another major moment for the model.

Originally released in 2006, the Air Jordan 4 “Tour Yellow” arrived during a memorable era for Nike Basketball shoes. That year also delivered the now-iconic “Lightning” and “Thunder” Air Jordan 4 releases, both of which have since enjoyed multiple retro runs. The “Tour Yellow,” however, has remained untouched — making this upcoming Air Jordan 4 Retro one of the most requested returns in recent memory.

Designed by Tinker Hatfield, the Air Jordan 4 has long been one of the defining silhouettes of Michael Jordan’s NBA legacy. While not an on-court colorway from Jordan’s playing days, the “Tour Yellow” captured the experimental energy Nike embraced in the mid-2000s. It was part of the short-lived Rare Air initiative, which introduced removable Velcro tongue patches — allowing wearers to swap between Flight and Jumpman branding. At a time when Nike Air heritage dominated retros, this customization element felt forward-thinking.

Momentum for the Air Jordan 4 has only intensified across 2025 and 2026, fueled in part by high-profile collaborations like Nigel Sylvester’s widely discussed releases. That collaborative energy, paired with consistent demand for core Air Jordan 4 models, has kept the silhouette at the forefront of the market.

The returning Air Jordan 4 “Tour Yellow” is expected to stay faithful to its original build: white tumbled leather uppers, bold yellow midsole accents with black contrast, metallic grey wings, and the signature detachable tongue patch system. For longtime Nike collectors, authenticity will be central to the appeal.

The Air Jordan 4 “Tour Yellow” release date is currently scheduled for August 29, 2026.

Stay tuned to our Air Jordan Release Calendar for official updates and additional details as the anniversary approaches.

In related news, the Air Jordan 4 Retro “Bred” is also expected to arrive this year, complete with signature Nike Air branding.