Barry Manilow Announces Final Show in Maine City

Legendary singer to perform last-ever concert in Portland on April 19, 2026

Jan. 27, 2026 at 11:39am

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Iconic singer-songwriter Barry Manilow has announced he will be adding stops to his 2026 tour, including a final-ever performance in Portland, Maine at the Cross Insurance Arena on April 19, 2026. Manilow will use the occasion to honor a local music teacher through his Manilow Music Teacher Award, which provides $10,000 in prizes.

Why it matters

This announcement marks the end of an era for Manilow's live performances, as he has said this will be his last-ever concert in Portland. It also highlights the growing popularity of live music events in Maine, which is shaping up to have a jam-packed 2026 concert calendar.

The details

Manilow will take the stage at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland on Sunday, April 19, 2026 for what he has billed as his final concert in the city. At each stop on his 2026 tour, Manilow will honor a local music teacher through the Manilow Music Teacher Award, which includes a $5,000 cash prize and $5,000 in 'Manilow Bucks' for classroom instruments. Ticket presales begin on January 29th, with all tickets going on sale to the general public on January 30th.

  • Ticket presales begin on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
  • All tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10 a.m.
  • Manilow's final Portland concert will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

The players

Barry Manilow

A legendary singer-songwriter who has announced his final concert in Portland, Maine as part of his 2026 tour.

Cross Insurance Arena

The venue in Portland, Maine where Manilow will perform his final concert in the city.

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The takeaway

This announcement highlights the continued popularity of live music events in Maine, as the state's 2026 concert calendar is shaping up to be incredibly jam-packed. Manilow's final Portland show will also provide an opportunity to honor a local music teacher through his Manilow Music Teacher Award.