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Ariana Grande Opens 2026 Eternal Sunshine Tour in Oakland, Announces Final Tour Stop
Ariana Grande lit up Oakland Arena on Saturday night, turning the venue into a shimmering stage for the first time in seven years. The opening show, held on June 6, 2026, launched the singer’s 2026 Eternal Sunshine tour and delivered a set that wove together fresh tracks from her 2024 album Eternal Sunshine with the hits that have defined her career.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Grande thanked the crowd: “Oakland, night one … ♡ it feels impossible to find the words at this time … so for now, just thank you. from the bottom of my heart,” she wrote. “I love you all more than words can ever possibly say. And I missed you. Thank you.” The message underscored the emotional weight of her return to the stage.
The tour’s itinerary spans 41 shows from June through September, covering ten North American cities—Los Angeles, Austin, Brooklyn, Chicago, Boston, Montreal, Sunrise, Florida—and five nights in London. The final performance will take place at the O2 Arena on September 1.
Grande’s Oakland setlist featured 22 songs: “Yes, And?,” “Positions,” “Dandelion,” “The Boy Is Mine,” “Eternal Sunshine,” “Just Like Magic,” “Thank U, Next,” “7 Rings,” “Imperfect for You,” “Warm,” “Safety Net,” “One Last Time,” “Rain on Me,” “Break Free,” “Twilight Zone,” “Past Life,” “Dangerous Woman,” “Honeymoon Avenue,” “Hampstead,” “Into You,” “Hate That I Made You Love Me,” “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love),” and “Supernatural.” The set showcased the breadth of Grande’s catalog, from the dance‑floor anthems of Eternal Sunshine to the ballads that defined her earlier career.
The tour follows a period of intense activity outside the studio. In 2024, Grande starred as Glinda in the film adaptation of Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu, and received an Academy Award nomination for best supporting actress. The sequel, Wicked: For Good, is slated for 2025. She also appears in the upcoming comedy Focker In‑Law opposite Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro, the animated adaptation of Oh, the Places You’ll Go! with Josh Gad, and season 13 of American Horror Story.
While the tour is a highlight of her 2026 schedule, Grande has indicated that it may be her last for the foreseeable future. In a November interview with Amy Poehler on the Good Hang podcast, she said, “I think the last 10 to 15 years will look very different to the ones that are coming up. I don’t want to say any definitive things. I do know that I’m very excited to do this small tour, but I think it might not happen again for a long, long, long, long time.” She added that the tour feels like a “one last hurrah.”
The announcement of the Petal album, scheduled for release on July 31, signals that Grande will continue to produce music, but the focus appears to shift toward acting and other creative projects. The Petal release follows the 2024 Eternal Sunshine album, which debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 and produced the singles “Yes, And?” and “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love).”
The 2026 tour’s opening night in Oakland was met with enthusiastic crowds, and the setlist reflected Grande’s willingness to blend contemporary pop with the hits that have defined her career. The tour’s conclusion in London will bring the 41‑show run to a close, after which Grande’s public performances are expected to be infrequent.
With the tour’s final dates approaching, fans can anticipate a last‑chance opportunity to see Grande live. The upcoming Petal album and her continued work in film and television suggest that while her touring schedule may pause, her presence in the entertainment industry will remain strong.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Grande thanked the crowd: “Oakland, night one … ♡ it feels impossible to find the words at this time … so for now, just thank you. from the bottom of my heart,” she wrote. “I love you all more than words can ever possibly say. And I missed you. Thank you.” The message underscored the emotional weight of her return to the stage.
The tour’s itinerary spans 41 shows from June through September, covering ten North American cities—Los Angeles, Austin, Brooklyn, Chicago, Boston, Montreal, Sunrise, Florida—and five nights in London. The final performance will take place at the O2 Arena on September 1.
Grande’s Oakland setlist featured 22 songs: “Yes, And?,” “Positions,” “Dandelion,” “The Boy Is Mine,” “Eternal Sunshine,” “Just Like Magic,” “Thank U, Next,” “7 Rings,” “Imperfect for You,” “Warm,” “Safety Net,” “One Last Time,” “Rain on Me,” “Break Free,” “Twilight Zone,” “Past Life,” “Dangerous Woman,” “Honeymoon Avenue,” “Hampstead,” “Into You,” “Hate That I Made You Love Me,” “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love),” and “Supernatural.” The set showcased the breadth of Grande’s catalog, from the dance‑floor anthems of Eternal Sunshine to the ballads that defined her earlier career.
The tour follows a period of intense activity outside the studio. In 2024, Grande starred as Glinda in the film adaptation of Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu, and received an Academy Award nomination for best supporting actress. The sequel, Wicked: For Good, is slated for 2025. She also appears in the upcoming comedy Focker In‑Law opposite Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro, the animated adaptation of Oh, the Places You’ll Go! with Josh Gad, and season 13 of American Horror Story.
While the tour is a highlight of her 2026 schedule, Grande has indicated that it may be her last for the foreseeable future. In a November interview with Amy Poehler on the Good Hang podcast, she said, “I think the last 10 to 15 years will look very different to the ones that are coming up. I don’t want to say any definitive things. I do know that I’m very excited to do this small tour, but I think it might not happen again for a long, long, long, long time.” She added that the tour feels like a “one last hurrah.”
The announcement of the Petal album, scheduled for release on July 31, signals that Grande will continue to produce music, but the focus appears to shift toward acting and other creative projects. The Petal release follows the 2024 Eternal Sunshine album, which debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 and produced the singles “Yes, And?” and “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love).”
The 2026 tour’s opening night in Oakland was met with enthusiastic crowds, and the setlist reflected Grande’s willingness to blend contemporary pop with the hits that have defined her career. The tour’s conclusion in London will bring the 41‑show run to a close, after which Grande’s public performances are expected to be infrequent.
With the tour’s final dates approaching, fans can anticipate a last‑chance opportunity to see Grande live. The upcoming Petal album and her continued work in film and television suggest that while her touring schedule may pause, her presence in the entertainment industry will remain strong.
