Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire Announce 2026 North American Tour

The legendary artists will hit the road together for a 26-city trek this summer.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Iconic musicians Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire are joining forces once again for a co-headlining North American tour in 2026. The 'Sing a Song All Night Long' tour will visit 26 cities across the U.S. and Canada, kicking off on June 24th in Saint Paul, Minnesota and wrapping up on August 14th in Austin, Texas.

Why it matters

Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire have collaborated on tours in the past, delighting fans with their timeless hits and dynamic stage presence. This new joint tour is highly anticipated, as the two acts have not toured together since 2021.

The details

The tour will feature stops in major markets like Toronto, Chicago, Boston, New York, Atlanta, Denver, Seattle, and Los Angeles. Prior to the joint tour, Earth, Wind & Fire will play a string of festival and tour dates on their own in cities like Atlanta, New Orleans, Louisville, and Australia.

  • The 'Sing a Song All Night Long' tour kicks off on June 24, 2026 in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
  • The tour will wrap up on August 14, 2026 in Austin, Texas.

The players

Lionel Richie

A legendary singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Hello', 'All Night Long', and 'Dancing on the Ceiling'.

Earth, Wind & Fire

A pioneering R&B/funk band famous for songs like 'September', 'Shining Star', and 'Let's Groove'.

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What they’re saying

“We can't wait to get back on the road with our good friend Lionel. The fans have been asking for us to tour together again, and we're thrilled to deliver an unforgettable experience.”

— Philip Bailey, Co-founder of Earth, Wind & Fire (mix957.net)

“Lionel and I have been friends for decades, and touring with Earth, Wind & Fire is always a highlight. This is going to be one of the must-see concert events of the summer.”

— Lionel Richie (mix957.net)

What’s next

Ticket sales for the 'Sing a Song All Night Long' tour will begin on April 1, 2026.

The takeaway

The joint tour between Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire promises to be a can't-miss celebration of two of music's most iconic acts, delivering an unforgettable night of timeless hits and unparalleled showmanship.