Key Takeaways
- Barry Manilow has announced two farewell concerts in Upstate New York as part of his 2026 tour dates
- The iconic singer will perform at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, MVP Arena in Albany, and KeyBank Center in Buffalo
- A fan club presale will begin on January 27, with remaining tickets going on sale at a later date via Ticketmaster
- Manilow has been diagnosed with lung cancer and recently underwent surgery to remove a cancerous spot
- The singer-songwriter has sold over 85 million records and written some of the most famous radio and TV jingles of all time
Introduction to Barry Manilow’s Farewell Concerts
Barry Manilow, a music legend with a career spanning seven decades, has announced two farewell concerts in Upstate New York as part of his 2026 tour dates. The iconic singer will perform at UBS Arena in Belmont Park on April 13, MVP Arena in Albany on April 20, and KeyBank Center in Buffalo on April 22. A fan club presale will begin on January 27, with remaining tickets going on sale at a later date via Ticketmaster. Fans are advised to act quickly, as tickets are expected to sell out fast. Those who miss out on tickets may also want to check Vivid Seats, StubHub, and Seat Geek for availability.
Barry Manilow’s Career and Achievements
Barry Manilow is a singer-songwriter who has sold over 85 million records as a solo artist, performing hits like "Copacabana (At the Copa)," "Mandy," "Can’t Smile Without You," "I Write the Songs," and "Looks Like We Made It." He has also written some of the most famous radio and TV jingles of all time, including the iconic Band-Aid song and State Farm’s "Like a Good Neighbor, State Farm is There." Manilow’s career began in 1965 when he was working in the CBS mailroom and became known as the "piano-playing mail boy" while taking night classes at the New York College of Music and Juilliard. He has since become a legendary figure in the music industry, with over 50 hit songs, including 13 No. 1 singles, plus six multi-platinum albums, a Tony Award for "Barry Manilow on Broadway," two Emmys, induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and producing for fellow legends like Bette Midler, Dionne Warwick, Nancy Wilson, and Sarah Vaughan.
Barry Manilow’s Health and Recent Performances
Manilow, 82, announced last month that he had been diagnosed with lung cancer and recently underwent surgery to remove a cancerous spot. He said he was lucky the cancer was "found so early" and wouldn’t need chemotherapy or radiation: "Just chicken soup and I Love Lucy reruns." Manilow had most recently been performing a holiday residency in Palm Springs, California, but postponed January performances in Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia as he recovers. The new farewell concerts in New York are part of an extensive schedule that includes a series of Valentine’s Day concerts in Las Vegas, make-up shows in the spring, and UK tour dates later in 2026.
Barry Manilow’s 2026 Tour Dates
Manilow’s 2026 tour dates include a range of cities across the United States, with the farewell concerts in New York being a highlight of the schedule. The tour kicks off on February 27 in Tampa, Florida, and includes stops in Charlotte, North Carolina; Norfolk, Virginia; Baltimore, Maryland; Cincinnati, Ohio; Columbus, Ohio; Nashville, Tennessee; Lexington, Kentucky; Charleston, South Carolina; Orlando, Florida; and many more. Fans can check the full list of tour dates to see if Manilow will be performing in a city near them.
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Barry Manilow’s farewell concerts in Upstate New York are a must-see event for fans of the iconic singer-songwriter. With a career spanning seven decades and a legacy of hit songs and famous jingles, Manilow is a true legend of the music industry. Despite his recent health issues, Manilow is determined to go out with a bang, and his farewell concerts promise to be an unforgettable experience for fans. With tickets expected to sell out fast, fans are advised to act quickly to secure their spot at one of these historic concerts.
