8 Singers and Groups Who Have Canceled or Postponed Their Tours in 2026

At least eight singers, duos and bands have made major changes to their live performance schedules in 2026

NEED TO KNOW

• Dolly Parton and Barry Manilow put off their Las Vegas residencies to deal with health issues

• Meghan Trainor canceled her entire summer tour to focus on her growing family after welcoming a daughter via surrogate

FromDolly Parton's Las Vegas residency toPost MaloneandJelly Roll's stadium tour, 2026 has already seen a string of high-profile shows get axed or pushed back — and the year isn't even half over.

Whether it's health issues, growing families or creative delays, artists across every genre have been forced to pull the plug on their upcoming dates.

As Malone told fans via his Instagram Stories in May 2026, "what we were trying to do, and what's possible,isn't really lining up," a sentiment that's defined much of the year in live music so far.

Here's every singer, duo or group who have canceled or postponed their tour or residency so far this year.

Post Malone and Jelly Roll

In May 2026, Malone (né Austin Post) canceled the first six shows of his Big Ass Stadium Tour with Jelly Roll so he could finish his upcoming 40-track albumThe Eternal Buzz.

"Truth is, I promised y’all beautiful people new music, and I don’t have the time to finish it before tour starts," he explained on his Instagram Stories. "We ain’t ready for tour just yet, so I’m making the decision to push the tour back about 3 weeks to get this music done."

The show, which was set to begin on May 13, will now start on June 9 in Charlotte, N.C.

Dolly Parton

Over six months afterpostponing her Las Vegas residency, Parton announced in anInstagram Reelthat she wascanceling the showto recover from ongoing health issues regarding her kidney stones.

"The good news is I'm responding really well to meds and treatments, and I'm improving every day," the "9 to 5" singer said in May 2026. "Now, the bad news is that it's gonna take me a little while before I'm up to stage performance level because some of the meds and treatments make me a little swimmy-headed, as my grandma used to say."

Though Parton didn't reveal any future plans to perform live, she has been "rewriting and reworking"Dolly: A True Original Musical,which is set to debut on Broadway later this year.

Zayn Malik

Zayn Malikcanceled all of hisU.S. tour datesfor his KONNAKOL Tour following asudden hospitalizationfrom an undisclosed illness.

The One Direction alum shared on his Instagram Stories that while he's "recovering" and plans to "be better and stronger than before," he decided to reduce the number of his upcoming live shows.

Though he canceled dates in Dublin and Birmingham, he added a date in Manchester, U.K. Malik's first performance is now set for May 23 in London.

Meghan Trainor

Months afterwelcoming a daughtervia surrogate,Meghan Trainorannounced in April that she hadcanceled the entiretyof her Get in Girl Tour, which was set to begin in June 2026.

"Balancing the release of a new album, preparing for a nationwide tour, and welcoming our new baby girl to our growing family of five has just been more than I can take on right now, and I need to be home and present for each and all of them at this time," the Grammy-winning singer wrote on her Instagram Stories.

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Trainor added that though canceling was the "right decision" for her family, she promised fans that she would "be back soon."

Neil Young

In February 2026,Neil Youngshared that he was scrapping his planned U.K. and European tour with his band, Chrome Hearts.

The run was set to kick off in June 2026 in Bodelva, England, but Young offered no explanation for the sudden cancellation, perBillboard.

“I have decided to take a break and will not be touring Europe this time,” the legendary musician wrote on hiswebsite. “Thanks to everyone who bought tickets. I’m sorry to let you down, but this is not the time."

Demi Lovato

Demi Lovatopostponed her It's Not That Deep Tour bycanceling five performances"to protect" her health.

She wrote on her Instagram Stories that she "overextended what may be possible" while prepping for the run and that she needed more time to "rest and rehearse."

The first showkicked offon April 13 in Orlando, Fla., and will run for 18 dates in North America.

Barry Manilow

Barry Manilowhas had toreschedule a number of his live performances, including his Las Vegas residency, since December 2025 as he's been recovering from a lobectomy following a stage 1 lung cancer diagnosis.

While announcing the cancellation of his May shows in Vegas, he told fans via his Instagram Stories that he was "making great progress," but his doctor did not give him the all-clear to perform.

"All the training and exercising I've put in is paying off," Manilow wrote. "He did say, however, that I'm not quite ready for Vegas. This means I won't be able to return for our May shows at Westgate Las Vegas."

Manilow added that he's expected to return to the residency in July and still plans to perform his U.K. dates in June, perBillboard.

The Pussycat Dolls

The Pussycat Dollsdealt a major blow to North American fans in May 2026,cancelingnearly all of the U.S. dates on their highly anticipated PCD FOREVER reunion tour.

The group, currently comprised ofNicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt and Ashley Roberts, called the decision "difficult" in theirInstagramannouncement but offered no explanation for the sudden cuts.

The Pussycat Dolls are still set to perform during the OUTLOUD Music Festival at WeHo Pride on June 6, and their U.K. and European dates, set to begin in September, remain intact.

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Chaka Khan Dishes on Friendship with 'Brilliant' Sia and How She Became the Singer's 'Godmother' (Exclusive)

Chaka Khan and Sia collaborated on the dance-pop single "Chakzilla," the first release from the "I'm Every Woman" singer's upcoming album

NEED TO KNOW

• Khan tells PEOPLE about how she became Sia's godmother

• "Chaka is the Godzilla of chanteuses alive," Sia tells PEOPLE in a statement

Friendship looks good onChaka KhanandSia.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member's new single "Chakzilla" is out now, and the dance-pop track was written with Sia, who also provides backing vocals, marking their latest collaboration after years of knowing one another.

"The moment we met, we felt like we knew each other forever," Khan, 73, tells PEOPLE of the "Chandelier" singer-songwriter, 50. "She's now my goddaughter. I'm a godmother."

How did Khan become Sia's godmother? "Quite naturally," she explains. "She asked me to be her godmother. I said, 'Absolutely.' Simple as that."

The two artists previously performed "I'm Every Woman" together when Khan was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2023, and they later collaborated on the song "Immortal Queen" from Sia's 2024 albumReasonable Woman.

"She's got a big, beautiful heart. And she's such a talent," says Khan of Sia. "She's so clever and so smart and a great singer, a great writer. I mean, she's almost perfection when it comes to art. She's brilliant."

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"Chakzilla" serves as the first single off Khan's upcoming album of the same name, which comes out on Friday, Sept. 18 after about "a year and a half" of making the project together with producer Greg Kurstin.

Sia tells PEOPLE in a statement, "Chaka is the Godzilla of chanteuses alive, and it was my honor to collaborate with her on this music!"

The "Cheap Thrills" artist came up with the title of "Chakzilla," according to Khan. "I would've never thought of that," she says. "[Sia is] clever. She comes up with lots of ideas."

In the song's music video, Khan portrays a Godzilla-like "monster of a person" who rebuilds society instead of destroying it. She was inspired to embody the altruistic character "because that's closer to what I am," she says. "I tried to make it true to who I am and what I'm about."

Chakzillawill mark Khan's first new album since 2019'sHello Happiness. "It's a really, really great album, a great CD with great songs. It's going to be on the pop dance side," she explains. "We've got lots of great people collaborating as well."

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Nomade sculpture returns to Des Moines after monthslong restoration

One of Des Moines most beloved landmarks has returned.

On May 5, crews started reassembling Nomade at the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in downtown Des Moines. One of the park's most photographed and admired sculptures, it has beenabsent from the park since October2025, when it was removed for conservation work.

Nomade, a crouching human form composed of painted stainless‑steel letters from the Latin alphabet, has been at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park since it opened in September 2009. Spanish artist Jaume Plensa created the 27‑foot‑tall sculpture.

Here's what to know about the return of the Nomade.

What renovations were done to the Nomade?

A team of members from the Des Moines Art Center, professional conservators and Des Moines company specializing in metalwork removed the sculpture from the park and disassembled it bolt by bolt, according to aMay 5 news release.

Afterward, they conducted a thorough inspection, which included 100 hours of sandblasting and meticulous repainting of each surface before reassembling the work.

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There will be a ribbon‑cutting to celebrate Nomade’s return on Wednesday, May 20, at 11:30 a.m. Remarks from Des Moines Art Center staff begin at noon, followed by free guided tours, refreshments and a picnic in the park. Thursday, May 21, is the backup date if weather does not cooperate.

Are more renovations coming to sculptures at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park?

Conservation work on Nomade was the first of a series of conservation efforts happening over the next three years, Amy Day, the senior director of communications and marketing at the Des Moines Art Center, told the Register in 2025.

The Register reported in October 2025 that the Des Moines Art Center received a $113,000 Legacy Grant from Prairie Meadows to preserve Nomade and upgrade the park's security and accessibility. The organization also received $50,000 from The Fred Maytag Family Foundation and launched a $500,000 "Friends of the Pappajohn Sculpture Park" campaign, a multi‑year fundraising effort to protect sculptures across the park and improve security and accessibility, the news release said.

"Thanks to Prairie Meadows' leadership and commitment, we can ensure this beloved space remains welcoming and inspiring for generations to come," Dr. Kelly Baum, John and Mary Pappajohn Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Des Moines Art Center, said in the news release.

Cooper Worth is a service/trending reporter for the Des Moines Register. Reach him at cworth@gannett.com or follow him on X @CooperAWorth.

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WWE Hall of Famer Bill Goldberg coming to Memphis in May BBQ contest

It’s not just the ribs that will be bringing the heat to the2026 Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.

Professional wrestling icon Bill Goldberg is slated to appear on Friday, May 15, at Liberty Park, leaving the ring for the smoke pit, connecting generations of fans united by the thrill of competition and the perfect smoked meat.

“Memphis has always been the home of champions, whether it’s in the ring or on the grill,” said Mack Weaver, Memphis in May president and CEO. “Bringing Goldberg to the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is a celebration of that spirit. It’s bold, it’s exciting, and it’s uniquely Memphis.”

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Starting at 2 p.m. May 15, fans can stop by the Patriot Tactical Booth and grab photos and autographs with the WWE Hall of Famer, perhaps best known for his 173-win streak at World Championship Wrestling.

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According to Memphis in May, Goldberg will make many other special appearances throughout the day, blending his larger-than-life persona and star power with one of the city’s most celebrated culinary events.

The Memphis in May barbecue contest is set for May 13-16 at Liberty Park. For more information, visitmemphisinmay.org/barbecue.

Brian Strickland is the Food & Dining reporter at the The Commercial Appeal. Contact him atbrian.strickland@commercialappeal.com.

To keep up with the latest news from the Memphis food and dining scene, sign upherefor our Eat Drink Memphis weekly newsletter.

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Eileen Davidson credits Oprah Winfrey with changing her outlook on “Days of Our Lives” role

Eileen Davidson looked back on a time when Oprah Winfrey changed her outlook on life.

Key Points

• The soap opera star, who was transitioning from a role on The Young and the Restless to one on Days of Our Lives, saw the talk show host and her guest discussing the importance of having no expectations.

• Davidson tried the approach herself and ended up having the "best" year of her creative life.

Soap opera actressEileen Davidsonjust described having whatOprah Winfreywould call an "aha moment," because of the former talk show host.

TheYoung and the Restlessalum, who had originated the character of Ashley Abbott in 1982, which she left and returned to several times over the years, recalled being asked to work on another soap,Days of Our Lives,during an appearance this week on theSoapypodcast.

While Davidson was asked to do both series at first, she said, she lost her job atY&Rtwo months later.

"I thought, 'I'm like a baseball player," Davidson said. "I got no say in it. I took a pay cut. I was so angry. I was so pissed off, because I got no say."

Still, Davidson joined the other soap opera, because she needed the money for her family.

"I was so angry," the actress repeated. "And I'm going toDayswith so much bitterness. I had no idea what I was going into. I didn't know who I was going to be working with. I was kind of just given a take it or leave it. And then I watched Oprah."

The experience of hearing the conversation between Winfrey and her guest changed things for her.

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"She said, 'When you're in life, if something happens, just have no expectation,'" Davidson recounted. "Have no expectations, and then you'll be surprised and it'll be a blessing.' And I went, 'I can't go into this new job being full of bitterness and hate."

She decided to "go in completely free of it, any bitterness, and just welcome the experience, see what was going to happen.'"

As viewers who watched Davidson as Kristen know, what happened wasverygood.

"It was, honestly, one of the best years of my life creatively," Davidson said. "I won my first Emmy that year."

She was nominated for a Daytime Emmy (for the first time) for her work onDays of Our Livesin both 1998 and 2014. She won for the latter. (Davidson was nominated onY&Rin 2003, 2018, and 2025. She won in 2018.)

And she continued to appear onDaysfor decades.

Watch the full conversation above.

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