Ne-Yo and Akon to Embark on Co-Headlining 2026 Global Tour

The 57-city 'Nights Like This' tour kicks off in April and wraps up in August.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Music superstars Ne-Yo and Akon are joining forces for a co-headlining global tour in 2026 called 'Nights Like This'. The 57-city tour will visit major markets across North America and Europe, featuring the artists' hit songs and fan favorites from their acclaimed catalogs.

Why it matters

Ne-Yo and Akon are two of the biggest names in R&B and pop music, with a combined 15 Grammy nominations and dozens of chart-topping singles between them. Their co-headlining tour is a major event that will bring their timeless music to audiences around the world.

The details

The 'Nights Like This' tour kicks off on April 24, 2026 at the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland and will make stops in cities like London, Paris, Atlanta, Houston, Toronto, and Inglewood, California before wrapping up on August 21 at the Intuit Dome. The dynamic show will feature the artists trading off hits and collaborating on stage throughout the night.

  • The tour kicks off on April 24, 2026 in Dublin, Ireland.
  • The tour wraps up on August 21, 2026 in Inglewood, California.

The players

Ne-Yo

A Grammy-winning R&B singer, songwriter and producer known for hits like 'So Sick', 'Miss Independent', and 'Because of You'.

Akon

A multi-platinum R&B and pop artist famous for songs like 'Locked Up', 'Smack That', and 'I Wanna Love You'.

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What’s next

Tickets for the 'Nights Like This' tour will go on sale to the general public on Ticketmaster this Friday, February 14th.

The takeaway

The co-headlining tour between R&B superstars Ne-Yo and Akon is a can't-miss event for fans of their timeless hits and dynamic live performances. The tour's global reach and stacked setlist promise an unforgettable concert experience.