Ne-Yo and Akon Announce Vancouver Stop on 2026 Global Tour
Grammy Award-winning hip-hop icons Ne-Yo and Akon have announced their highly anticipated Nights Like This 2026 Global Tour, which will include a stop at Vancouver's Rogers Arena on June 17. The tour, featuring the tagline "Every city, every vibe, every night — a party," promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans of both artists.
Tour Details and Vancouver Performance
The extensive tour will cover 57 cities worldwide, kicking off in Dublin on April 24 and concluding in Inglewood, California, on August 21. Vancouver holds special significance as the opening night of the Canadian leg of the tour. Both Ne-Yo and Akon have a long history of performing to packed audiences in Vancouver, making this concert particularly exciting for local fans.
Rather than adopting a traditional rotating co-headlining format, the two artists will share the stage throughout the entire performance. This unique arrangement will feature a back-and-forth set that draws from their extensive catalogues of hits. Concertgoers can expect to hear timeless classics such as Ne-Yo's Closer and Akon's Smack That, along with other fan favorites that have defined their careers.
Concert Information and Ticket Details
The Vancouver concert at Rogers Arena is scheduled for June 17 with a show time of 8 p.m. This all-ages event will feature no support acts, allowing Ne-Yo and Akon to take center stage for the entire evening. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on January 30 at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster, with an artist presale beginning on January 28 at 10 a.m.
Promoters describe the tour as offering "a nostalgia rush for longtime fans and fresh excitement to new listeners." The concert aims to capture the upbeat energy and positivity reminiscent of pre-pandemic entertainment scenes, when downtown districts buzzed with activity and club lineups were commonplace throughout the week.
Additional Canadian Tour Dates
Following the Vancouver performance, the Nights Like This tour will continue across Canada with the following scheduled dates:
- June 19: Rogers Place, Edmonton
- June 20: Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary
- June 22: SaskTel Centre, Saskatoon
- June 23: Canada Life Centre, Winnipeg
- June 26: Bell Centre, Montreal
- June 27: TD Coliseum, Hamilton
- July 31: RBC Amphitheatre, Toronto
This comprehensive tour represents a significant musical event for Canadian audiences, bringing together two of hip-hop's most influential artists for what promises to be an evening of exceptional entertainment and musical celebration.
