Rod Stewart is bowing out of the big-road era — the 81-year-old announced “The Final Encore” on September 28, 2026, a 2027 farewell run from Dublin to Hannover that he says will be his last large-scale tour.
Key Facts
Rod Stewart revealed “The Final Encore” on September 28, 2026, in an Instagram video, describing it as his last large-scale tour and the closing chapter of more than six decades on the road.
The run begins on April 23, 2027, at Dublin’s 3Arena and wraps on July 24, 2027, at the ZAG Arena in Hannover, Germany, taking in the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe. Announced stops include Belfast, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester, London’s The O2, Amsterdam, Berlin, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Prague, Budapest, Munich, and more.
Synth-pop star Howard Jones will support the UK and Ireland dates. Fan club presales began September 29, 2026, with general on-sale following on October 2; full details are available at rodstewart.com.
The announcement follows a difficult year for the singer’s health: Stewart underwent a coronary stent procedure in August 2026 after nearly fainting during a Utah performance, which led to cancelled 2026 dates. He had already signalled the winding down of his touring life in November 2024, when he said he planned to stop undertaking major world tours while insisting he had “no desire to retire”.
One note for fans: Stewart also has four US concerts scheduled for March 2027 and two Red Rocks Amphitheatre shows set for September 2027, so the Hannover date closes the announced Final Encore European run rather than marking his absolute final concert.
What Rod Stewart Said
“Ladies and gentlemen, after much deliberation and sadness, I have to announce next year will be my last tour ever, ever, ever. I’m not retiring, but this will be the last rock ‘n’ roll tour.”
— Rod Stewart
“After more than six decades, The Final Encore will most definitely be my last.”
— Rod Stewart
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rod Stewart retiring?
No — he says this is his last large-scale tour, not a retirement from music.
When and where is The Final Encore?
April 23, 2027 (Dublin’s 3Arena) to July 24, 2027 (ZAG Arena, Hannover), across the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe.
Who is supporting the tour?
Howard Jones supports the UK and Ireland dates.
When do tickets go on sale?
Fan club presales began September 29, 2026; general on-sale is October 2, 2026.
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