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Barry Manilow Announces Final Arena Shows for March 2026 and Shares Hopeful Health Update
January 13, 2026 – Music legend Barry Manilow has officially added six new arena dates to his March 2026 schedule. The GRAMMY®, TONY®, and EMMY® Award-winning performer will bring his iconic hits to Charlotte, Norfolk, Baltimore, Cincinnati, Nashville, and Lexington. Notably, these performances will serve as his final concert appearances in these specific cities.
This announcement marks the beginning of a monumental year for Manilow, which will also include the release of brand-new music later in 2026.
Ticket & Presale Information
Fans looking to secure their seats can take advantage of the following windows:
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Artist Presale: Wednesday, Jan 14 (10:00 AM) – Thursday, Jan 15 (10:00 PM).
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Local & Partner Presales: Thursday, Jan 15 (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM).
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General Public On-Sale: Friday, Jan 16 (10:00 AM).
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Note: All times are local to the venue.
Honoring Educators: The Manilow Music Teacher Award
Continuing his commitment to music education, Manilow will present the Manilow Music Teacher Award at every tour stop. This initiative, part of the Manilow Music Project, recognizes dedicated teachers who inspire the next generation of musicians.
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Nominees & Voting: Announced and opened on January 22nd.
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The Prize: The winning teacher in each city will be honored on stage and receive a $10,000 prize ($5,000 cash and $5,000 in “Manilow Bucks” for classroom instruments).
New Music & Health Update
Fans can now watch the music video for Manilow’s latest single, “Once Before I Go,” produced by Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and Demonte Posey. Directed by Jamie Thraves and filmed at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, the video tells the story of the sacrifices made for a life on stage.
Regarding his health, Manilow recently shared that he was diagnosed with stage-one lung cancer. Following a successful surgery made possible by early detection, his medical team is highly optimistic. To allow for recovery, his original January dates have been rescheduled to March and April.
Barry Manilow 2026 Full Arena Tour Dates
| Date | City, State | Venue |
| Feb 27 | Tampa, FL | Benchmark International Arena |
| Mar 1 | Charlotte, NC | Spectrum Center |
| Mar 2 | Norfolk, VA | Chartway Arena |
| Mar 3 | Baltimore, MD | CFG Bank Arena |
| Mar 5 | Cincinnati, OH | Heritage Bank Center |
| Mar 6 | Columbus, OH | Nationwide Arena |
| Mar 7 | Nashville, TN | Bridgestone Arena |
| Mar 9 | Lexington, KY | Rupp Arena |
| Mar 11 | Charleston, SC | North Charleston Coliseum |
| Mar 13 | Orlando, FL | Kia Center |
| Mar 14 | Sunrise, FL | Amerant Bank Arena |
| Mar 16-17 | Estero, FL | Hertz Arena |
| Apr 24 | Greensboro, NC | First Horizon Coliseum |
| Apr 27 | Jacksonville, FL | VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena |
| Apr 29 | Duluth, GA | Gas South Arena |
About Barry Manilow
With a legendary career spanning over 50 years, Barry Manilow is Billboard’s #1 Adult Contemporary Artist of all time. He has sold over 85 million albums and earned 51 Top 40 singles, including 13 #1 hits. An inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame and a BMI Icon, Manilow remains one of the most prolific and beloved entertainers in history.