Legendary performer Barry Manilow has announced his farewell to large-scale venues with nine final arena concerts scheduled across the southeastern and midwestern United States in January 2026. The tour, billed as “The Last Concerts,” will commence on January 6 at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, setting the stage for an emotional conclusion to decades of arena performances by the iconic entertainer.
Following the Sunrise opener, Manilow will continue his Florida farewell with performances at Orlando’s Kia Center, Tampa’s Benchmark International Arena, and multiple shows at Hertz Arena in Estero on January 10 and 11. The extensive Florida leg concludes at Jacksonville’s VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena before the tour moves northward to venues in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia.
After kicking off in Sunrise, Manilow’s Florida farewell continues with shows in Orlando, Tampa, Estero and Jacksonville before heading north through the Carolinas and Georgia.
Manilow’s final U.S. arena performance is scheduled for January 18 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, capping the nine-city American tour.
Ticket sales, which began on September 26, 2025, have already resulted in multiple sold-out shows, particularly at Tampa’s Benchmark International Arena and Gas South Arena in Duluth, Georgia. Fans have various purchasing options, including exclusive Fan Club presales, “Gold” ticket packages, and general admission through Ticketmaster and SeatGeek platforms.
These performances represent more than typical concerts, serving instead as celebrations of Manilow’s storied musical career and providing audiences with career-spanning retrospectives. His reputation for captivating stage presence has made these farewell shows highly anticipated events among his dedicated fan base. Each venue has been carefully selected to provide optimal sound quality for audiences to experience his iconic performances. The artist’s official homepage offers comprehensive updates and exclusive content related to these final performances. The January dates follow Manilow’s notable Montreal concert on May 30, 2025, which marked another significant milestone in his farewell tour schedule.
While the U.S. tour concludes in Columbus, Manilow has also announced additional final arena performances in the United Kingdom, extending his global farewell. Fans looking to support the artist beyond attending his concerts can purchase exclusive merchandise available at each venue as an additional revenue stream for the legendary performer. The high demand for tickets suggests the enduring appeal of Manilow’s musical legacy, as fans enthusiastically secure their opportunity to witness the artist’s closing chapter of live arena performances after entertaining generations of concertgoers throughout his illustrious career.
