Why Is Barry Manilow Extending His Record-Breaking Vegas Run Into 2026? Westgate Drops Surprise Announcement

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Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Unveils New 2026 Dates for Barry Manilow’s Record-Breaking Residency

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has officially revealed a new round of 2026 performance dates for music legend Barry Manilow’s historic residency, Manilow: Las Vegas – The Hits Come Home!, held at the iconic International Theater. The blockbuster production continues to draw capacity crowds, reinforcing Manilow’s position as one of the Strip’s most celebrated and enduring headliners.

Manilow has now set a new all-time record for the most performances ever staged at the International Theater—surpassing the long-standing milestone previously held by Elvis Presley. The achievement not only secures his legacy in Las Vegas entertainment history but also highlights his extraordinary longevity and ever-growing fanbase.

Fresh off twelve back-to-back sold-out shows and a recent win for “Best Las Vegas Show” by USA TODAY, The Hits Come Home! remains one of the city’s most coveted tickets. Manilow has been honored as Best Resident Performer by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, made history in 2024 by signing the venue’s first Lifetime Residency Contract, and was recently inducted into the Las Vegas Magazine Hall of Fame with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award.


New 2026 Residency Dates

February: 12–14, 19–21
March: 26–28
April: 2–4
May: 7–9, 14–16
July: 9–11, 16–18
August: 20–22, 27–29
September: 17–19, 24–26
October: 8–10, 15–17
November: 5–7, 12–14
December: 3–5, 10–12, 17–19

Tickets are now on sale through Ticketmaster, the Westgate Box Office, and WestgateLasVegas.com.


Picture background“Barry Manilow is not only a legendary artist—he is an essential part of the Westgate legacy,” said Cami Christensen, President and General Manager of Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. “He has brought unforgettable moments to the International Theater for years, and we are proud to be the home of his lifetime residency. His presence continues to set the standard for what a true Las Vegas headliner should be.”

Manilow first graced the stage of the International Theater on January 12, 1988, and returned in 2018 to launch his current residency. Since then, Manilow: Las Vegas – The Hits Come Home! has entertained hundreds of thousands of fans and collected numerous “Best of Las Vegas” awards for Best Resident Performer/Headliner.

The show delivers a vibrant, high-energy tribute to Manilow’s remarkable career, featuring timeless hits such as “Mandy,” “Copacabana,” “Can’t Smile Without You,” and “I Write the Songs.” With immersive production, lush musical arrangements, and Manilow’s unmistakable emotional storytelling, it remains a uniquely powerful Las Vegas experience.

This is your chance to witness a true music icon on the famed stage that helped shape Las Vegas into the Entertainment Capital of the World.


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Manilow – Las Vegas – The Hits Come Home!

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