Ari Lennox Announces 2026 North American Tour in Support of Vacancy

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Feb 3
3 min read

Fresh off the release of her most refined and self-assured body of work to date, Ari Lennox is officially hitting the road. The GRAMMY-nominated R&B powerhouse has announced a massive 2026 North American tour in support of her critically acclaimed third studio album, Vacancy.

Produced by Live Nation, the 31-city run kicks off Sunday, April 12 at Seattle’s WAMU Theater and stretches across the continent, with major stops in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Toronto, Brooklyn, and more, before wrapping up Saturday, June 6 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

A New Era: Vacancy

Vacancy represents a turning point for Ari — not a reinvention, but a refinement. Recorded over three years, the album is defined by intention, patience, and creative autonomy. The project captures an artist fully in control of her voice and vision, balancing softness with confidence and emotional clarity.

The album features standout tracks like “Twin Flame,” produced by Tommy “TBHits” Brown and Leather Jacket, alongside “Under the Moon” and the title track “Vacancy.” Those songs reunite Ari with GRAMMY-winning hitmakers Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox — the same duo behind her platinum-certified, Billboard-charting anthem “Pressure.”

Vacancy is available now on all streaming platforms via Interscope Records.

From Age/Sex/Location to Now

In 2023, Ari celebrated her sophomore album age/sex/location with a sold-out headlining tour that packed venues across Los Angeles, Atlanta, Boston, and beyond. That tour marked a major leap in her live presence — one she’s now expanding on with a bigger, bolder run in 2026.

This upcoming tour promises a fully immersive experience, blending new material from Vacancy with fan favorites that have defined Ari’s rise as one of modern R&B’s most vital voices.

Ticket & Presale Information

Tickets go on sale beginning with a Citi presale on Tuesday, February 3 at 10am local time, followed by additional presales throughout the week.General onsale begins Friday, February 6 at 10am local time via LiveNation.com. Citi cardmembers can access presale tickets through the Citi Entertainment program until Thursday, February 5 at 10pm local time. Full presale details are available at citientertainment.com.

VIP Experiences

Fans looking to elevate their concert night can choose from a range of VIP packages, which may include:

Premium reserved tickets
Meet & Greet and individual photo with Ari Lennox
Exclusive autographed tour poster with a personal message
Early venue entry and more

VIP offerings vary by package. Full details are available at vipnation.com.

Ari Lennox 2026 North American Tour Dates

Apr 12 – Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater
Apr 15 – Oakland, CA – Paramount Theatre
Apr 16 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
Apr 18 – Wheatland, CA – Hard Rock Live Sacramento
Apr 19 – Las Vegas, NV – The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan
Apr 21 – Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theatre
Apr 23 – Inglewood, CA – YouTube Theater
Apr 24 – San Diego, CA – SOMA
Apr 26 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
Apr 28 – Irving, TX – Toyota Music Factory
Apr 30 – Austin, TX – Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater
May 02 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
May 03 – New Orleans, LA – Fillmore New Orleans
May 05 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
May 07 – Miami Beach, FL – Fillmore Miami Beach
May 08 – Orlando, FL – Dr. Phillips Center
May 10 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
May 13 – Chesterfield, MO – The Factory
May 15 – Milwaukee, WI – Landmark Credit Union Live
May 16 – Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theatre
May 17 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
May 20 – Toronto, ON – Massey Hall
May 22 – Wallingford, CT – Toyota Oakdale Theatre
May 23 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
May 24 – Philadelphia, PA – The Met
May 27 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Paramount
May 30 – National Harbor, MD – MGM National Harbor
Jun 02 – Virginia Beach, VA – The Dome
Jun 03 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz
Jun 05 – Cincinnati, OH – Andrew J Brady Music Center
Jun 06 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre

Why This Tour Matters

A decade into her career, Ari Lennox is fully grounded in who she is — vocally, creatively, and emotionally. With Vacancy, she steps confidently into what fans have dubbed her “Soft Girl Era,” delivering soul music on her own terms while continuing to shape the future of contemporary R&B.

If her last tour was any indication, these shows won’t just be concerts — they’ll be moments.