Don Henley Says 2026 'Will Probably Be It' for the Eagles

The iconic rock band plans to retire after this year's scheduled shows.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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In a recent interview, Eagles co-founder Don Henley revealed that 2026 will likely be the last year the legendary rock band performs live. The Eagles have several concerts booked throughout 2026, but Henley indicated they are nearing the end of their touring career after over 50 years together.

Why it matters

The Eagles are one of the most successful and influential rock bands of all time, with a catalog of iconic hits that have spanned generations. Their potential retirement will mark the end of an era for classic rock music and disappoint legions of devoted fans who have followed the band for decades.

The details

During an interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Henley stated, "You know, I think this year will probably be it. And I've said things like that before, but I feel like we're getting toward the end. And that will be fine too." When pressed further, Henley confirmed, "I think so, yeah. And I'm OK with that." Henley acknowledged that while he often has to psyche himself up to play the band's well-known songs every night, he does it for the fans, saying "What makes us happy is that we make other people happy."

  • The Eagles have several shows booked for 2026.
  • The band is scheduled to return to the Sphere Las Vegas on February 20, 2026, with shows booked through March 28, 2026.
  • The Eagles will also play the New Orleans Jazz Fest on May 2, 2026.

The players

Don Henley

Co-founder and member of the iconic rock band The Eagles.

The Eagles

A legendary American rock band known for hit songs like "Hotel California," "Take It Easy," and "Desperado." The band was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.

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What they’re saying

“You know it's not about us, it's about what (the songs) mean to the people we're playing them for and therefore you have to play them every night with your heart in it, and you do it because of those people out there.”

— Don Henley (CBS Sunday Morning)

“What makes us happy is that we make other people happy. We say that music is medicine and people need some medicine right now.”

— Don Henley (CBS Sunday Morning)

What’s next

The Eagles are scheduled to perform several concerts in 2026, including a return to the Sphere Las Vegas in February and an appearance at the New Orleans Jazz Fest in May. Fans will want to purchase tickets quickly, as this may be their last chance to see the iconic band perform live.

The takeaway

The potential retirement of the Eagles after over 50 years together marks the end of an era for classic rock music. While bittersweet for fans, Henley's comments suggest the band is at peace with stepping away, content in the knowledge that their timeless songs have brought joy to generations of listeners.