Legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor has officially confirmed a major North American tour for 2026, marking another chapter in a career that has spanned more than half a century. The trek — featuring Taylor backed by his acclaimed All-Star Band — will include 29 performances across the United States beginning in April and winding up in September.
Across two legs, the 2026 tour offers an expansive look at Taylor’s enduring repertoire, taking in both coastal and regional markets and giving longtime fans plenty of opportunities to experience his iconic songs live.
Tour Route: From California to Florida
The tour kicks off on April 26, 2026 in Highland, California, at the Yaamava’ Theater and then moves south to San Diego before stopping in classic venues in Nevada and southern California.
Taylor’s itinerary then spreads eastward through the Northeast in June, with performances at celebrated stops such as Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in New York and Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Connecticut.
Summer highlights include multi-night shows at Tanglewood Music Center in Massachusetts on July 3 and 4, a beloved annual destination for Taylor and his fans.
The final leg of the tour picks up in August and September, with appearances in Vienna, Virginia, Boston, Massachusetts, and multiple cities across the Southeast, ultimately concluding on September 26, 2026, in Hollywood, Florida.
James Taylor’s concerts are known for their warm atmosphere and rich musicianship, blending his timeless classics such as Fire and Rain, Sweet Baby James and You’ve Got a Friend with introspective storytelling and nuanced instrumental interplay.
Backed by his All-Star Band, Taylor’s shows typically feature a mix of acoustic and full-band arrangements, offering both stripped-down intimacy and expansive sonic landscapes that resonate with audiences of all ages.
His performances often feel like a shared musical conversation — a place where fans gather not just to hear songs, but to connect with the emotional threads woven throughout his body of work.
Fans eager to secure seats can take advantage of early purchasing windows:
- Presale begins: Wednesday, January 14 at 10 a.m. local time
- General onsale starts: Friday, January 16 at 10 a.m. local time
These tickets are expected to move quickly, especially for multi-night stands and performances at iconic venues like Tanglewood and The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas.
James Taylor’s 2026 tour underscores the remarkable longevity of a career that has connected multiple generations of listeners. A six-time Grammy winner, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and recipient of numerous prestigious honors, Taylor’s music continues to resonate because it reflects life’s subtleties — from solace and sorrow to joy and reflection.
At a time when few artists sustain relevance beyond a single era, Taylor’s ability to draw fans young and old — often sharing concert experiences within families — is a testament to his enduring craft.
Whether experienced in an intimate theater or a large amphitheater under summer skies, Taylor’s 2026 tour promises an immersive journey through the songs that have helped define modern American songwriting.
