Bruno Mars has announced his first major solo tour in nearly a decade, unveiling “The Romantic Tour” in support of his upcoming album “The Romantic.” The sprawling stadium tour will feature supporting artists Anderson .Paak, Victoria Monét, Raye, and Leon Thomas across nearly 40 shows in North America and Europe.
The tour, produced by Live Nation, launches in April 2026 and spans six months. Southern California fans will have multiple opportunities to catch the multi-Grammy Award-winning performer, with two confirmed dates at Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium on October 2 and 3, 2026. The announcement comes as Mars prepares to release his first solo album since 2016’s “24K Magic,” which spawned multiple chart-topping hits.
According to Variety, the tour represents Mars’ return to large-scale touring after an extended hiatus from solo performances. The supporting lineup features notable artists including Anderson .Paak, Mars’ collaborator in the duo Silk Sonic, along with rising R&B stars Victoria Monét and Leon Thomas, and British singer-songwriter Raye.
Los Angeles music blog Grimy Goods reported that artist presale registration for the SoFi Stadium shows closes on January 12, giving fans limited time to secure early access to tickets. The Southern California dates are part of a broader tour strategy that includes major stadium venues across multiple continents.
Mars, who has maintained a relatively low profile in recent years despite continued commercial success, appears poised for a major comeback with both the new album and extensive touring plans. The tour announcement follows the reveal of “The Romantic” album, though specific musical direction and single releases remain under wraps ahead of tomorrow’s expected first single debut, as noted by Stereogum.
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