Lil Wayne Expands Carter Tour With 25+ U.S. Dates

Lil Wayne is extending the celebration of his iconic Tha Carter album series, announcing more than 25 additional U.S. tour dates as part of his 20th-anniversary run through 2026.

The expansion follows overwhelming fan demand after a successful 2025 leg, reinforcing the enduring impact of a catalog that has shaped Hip Hop for more than two decades.

Select shows will feature special guest appearances by Hip Hop heavyweights 2 Chainz and The Game, adding star power to an already high-profile tour experience.

Tickets Available Starting Wednesday, March 18, with Presales

General Onsale Begins Friday, March 20 at 10 am at Ticketmaster.com

A Legacy Tour Continues Into 2026

The newly announced dates, promoted by Live Nation, kick off June 30 at Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor, Maine. The tour will travel through major markets, including Chicago, Long Beach, Denver, Nashville, and more, before concluding on October 23 at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tennessee.

This extended run continues a milestone celebration of the Tha Carter series, widely regarded as one of the most influential bodies of work in Hip Hop history. Across multiple releases, the series has delivered chart-topping hits, multi-platinum success, and cultural moments that have defined generations of music fans.

Special Guests Add Star Power

Multi-platinum, GRAMMY Award-winning artist 2 Chainz will join Lil Wayne for most tour dates, while The Game will appear on select shows.

Their inclusion reflects the tour’s broader celebration of Hip Hop’s legacy and influence, bringing together artists who have each helped shape the genre’s modern sound.

Tickets and Presale Information

Tickets will first be available through a Citi presale beginning Wednesday, March 18, at 10 a.m. local time, followed by an artist presale at 12 p.m. local time.

General ticket sales open Friday, March 20, at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.

As part of the rollout, fans will also have access to a limited 2-for-$75 ticket offer using the code “DayOnes,” providing early supporters with special pricing while supplies last.

Citi cardmembers will have exclusive access to presale tickets through the Citi Entertainment program, with availability running through March 19 at 10 p.m. local time. For complete presale details, visit www.citientertainment.com.

A Career That Defined an Era

More than 20 years after launching Tha Carter, Lil Wayne remains one of Hip Hop’s most influential figures. His impact extends beyond music, shaping the careers of global superstars through Young Money Entertainment while influencing a generation of artists with his distinctive style and work ethic.

With more than 100 million records sold worldwide, including 25 million albums and 90 million digital tracks in the United States, Wayne’s commercial success is matched by his cultural reach.

His achievements include:

• Five GRAMMY Awards
• 11 BET Awards
• Four Billboard Music Awards
• Two MTV Video Music Awards
• Eight NAACP Image Awards

He also made history by surpassing Elvis Presley for the most entries on the Billboard Hot 100 by a male artist, with 186 chart appearances.

The Carter Series: A Cultural Blueprint

Wayne’s discography is anchored by the Tha Carter series, beginning with the groundbreaking Tha Carter III in 2008, which debuted at No. 1 and went multi-platinum.

Subsequent releases, including Tha Carter IV and Tha Carter V, continued to dominate charts and streaming platforms, with the latter delivering one of the largest streaming debuts in music history.

In 2025, Wayne returned with Tha Carter VI, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and reaffirmed the series’ enduring relevance.

Each installment has contributed to a legacy that blends lyrical innovation, commercial success, and cultural influence.

More Than Music

Beyond recording and touring, Lil Wayne has built a multifaceted career as an entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, and cultural figure.

As founder and CEO of Young Money Entertainment, he helped launch the careers of Drake and Nicki Minaj, two of the most successful artists of their generation.

He is also the founder of The One Family Foundation, reflecting his ongoing commitment to community impact and philanthropy.

A Tour That Bridges Generations

The 2026 extension of the Tha Carter tour underscores the longevity of Lil Wayne’s influence across multiple generations of fans.

For longtime listeners, the tour represents a celebration of an era that helped define modern Hip Hop. For newer audiences, it offers an opportunity to experience a catalog that continues to shape the sound and culture of the genre today.

As the tour moves across the United States, it serves as both a retrospective and a reminder: Lil Wayne’s legacy is not simply part of Hip Hop history. It remains an active force in both the present and the future.

LIL WAYNE 2026 TOUR DATES: 

Tue Jun 30 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater*

Thu Jul 2 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Albany Med Health System at SPAC*

Fri Jul 3 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion*

Thu Jul 16 – Des Moines, IA – Casey’s Center

Fri Jul 17 – Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island*

Sat Jul 18 – Shakopee, MN – Mystic Lake Amphitheater*

Thu Jul 23 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena*

Fri Jul 24 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre*

Sat Jul 25 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater*

Thu Jul 30 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater*

Fri Jul 31 – Concord, CA – Toyota Pavilion at Concord^*

Sat Aug 1 – Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Amphitheater^*

Fri Aug 14 – Biloxi, MS – Mississippi Coast Coliseum

Sat Aug 15 – Brandon, MS – Brandon Amphitheater

Sun Aug 16 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP

Thu Aug 27 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena*

Fri Aug 28 – Fresno, CA – Save Mart Center^

Sat Aug 29 – Denver, CO – JUNKYARD

Thu Sep 10 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater*

Fri Sep 11 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion*

Fri Sep 18 – University Park, PA – Bryce Jordan Center

Sat Sep 19 – Reading, PA – Santander Arena=

Thu Sep 24 – Greenville, SC – Bon Secours Wellness Arena*

Fri Sep 25 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena*

Sat Sep 26 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek*

Fri Oct 16 – Charleston, WV – Charleston Coliseum

Sat Oct 17 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center

Thu Oct 22 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center

Thu Oct 23 – Knoxville, TN – Food City Center

* With 2 Chainz

^ With The Game

= Non-Live Nation Date

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