Demi Lovato Cancels 5 Tour Dates Due to Health Issues

Singer delays start of 'It's Not That Deep' tour by nearly a week

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Pop star Demi Lovato has canceled five dates on her upcoming 'It's Not That Deep' tour due to undisclosed health issues, pushing back the start of the 23-city trek by nearly a week. Lovato apologized to fans in Charlotte, Nashville, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Denver, saying she needs more time to rest and rehearse to ensure she can give her full energy at each show.

Why it matters

Lovato's tour was highly anticipated, marking her first major headlining run in three years. The cancellations and delay will disappoint many fans, but Lovato cited the need to prioritize her health and well-being to deliver the best possible performances.

The details

Lovato's tour was originally scheduled to kick off on April 8 in Charlotte, North Carolina, but will now begin on April 13 in Orlando, Florida, which was originally set for April 10. The tour is still set to visit major markets like New York City, Los Angeles, and Lovato's hometown of Dallas before wrapping up on May 25 in Houston.

  • The 'It's Not That Deep' tour was originally scheduled to begin on April 8, 2026.
  • The tour will now start on April 13, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.
  • The tour is scheduled to run through May 25, 2026 in Houston.

The players

Demi Lovato

A popular American singer and songwriter who has released several hit albums and is known for her powerful vocals and open discussions about her mental health struggles.

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What they’re saying

“I am so excited to get back on stage this year and visit you in as many cities as I can. While starting to prepare for the tour, I realized that I have overextended what may be possible. To protect my health, and ensure I can give you my all at each show, I need to build in more time to rest and rehearse and ultimately adjust to a schedule with some more time off that will allow me to handle the entire run of the tour.”

— Demi Lovato (dailyfly.com)

What’s next

Fans who purchased tickets for the canceled shows through Ticketmaster or AXS will receive automatic refunds. Those who bought from third-party resellers should contact those sellers. All previously purchased tickets for the rescheduled Orlando show will be honored for the new April 13 date.

The takeaway

Lovato's decision to prioritize her health and well-being over the initial tour schedule shows her commitment to delivering the best possible experience for fans, even if it means making difficult choices. This underscores the importance of artists taking care of themselves, especially after extended breaks from touring.