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

The iconic rock group has several shows booked for 2026, but Henley hints this may be their last year touring.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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In a recent interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Eagles co-founder Don Henley indicated that 2026 will likely be the last year for the legendary rock band. Henley acknowledged that while he's often had to psych himself up to play the same songs for 50 years, the band continues to do it for the fans, stating "what makes us happy is that we make other people happy." The Eagles have several shows scheduled for 2026, including a return to the Sphere Las Vegas and a performance at the New Orleans Jazz Fest.

Why it matters

The Eagles are one of the most successful and influential rock bands of all time, with a catalog of timeless hits that have spanned generations. Henley's comments about 2026 potentially being the band's last year touring will be met with bittersweet emotions from their devoted fanbase, who have followed the group's journey for over five decades.

The details

During the CBS Sunday Morning interview, Henley was asked directly if 2026 would truly be the end of the Eagles, to which he replied, "I think so, yeah. And I'm OK with that." Henley noted that while he often has to mentally prepare himself to play the same songs night after night, the band continues to do it because of what the music means to their fans. "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," he said.

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

The players

Don Henley

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

The Eagles

A legendary American rock band known for their timeless hits and influential sound.

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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, Co-founder and drummer of The Eagles (CBS Sunday Morning)

“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.”

— Don Henley, Co-founder and drummer of The Eagles (CBS Sunday Morning)

What’s next

The Eagles have several shows booked for 2026, including a return to the Sphere Las Vegas on February 20 and a performance at the New Orleans Jazz Fest on May 2. Fans will be eager to see the band perform live one last time before their potential retirement.

The takeaway

The news that 2026 may be the final year for the iconic rock band The Eagles is bittersweet for their devoted fanbase. While the band has acknowledged the physical and mental toll of playing the same songs for over 50 years, their commitment to delivering those songs with heart and passion for their audience is a testament to their enduring legacy. The Eagles' farewell tour in 2026 will undoubtedly be a must-see event for music lovers around the world.