Brush off your ballroom shoes because "Dancing with the Stars: Live" is shimmying its way from the small screen to stages across America, and let's just say Las Vegas is just the tip of the glitzy iceberg. The beloved dance competition which has kept audiences voting and rooting for their favorite celebrity-dancer pairings for 34 seasons, is now set to dazzle live audiences with what promises to be an electrifying tour in 2026, as confirmed in a report by News3LV.
The tour's lineup reads like a who's who of the pro ballroom circuit, with high-kicking notables such as Val Chmerkovskiy and Jenna Johnson, who are returning post-parental hiatus, along with their 2-year-old mini dancer in tow, Alan Bersten, Brandon Armstrong, Emma Slater—this list goes on but let's not exhaust ourselves before the first curtain call, the group will kick things off in Akron, Ohio, on January 22, 2026, with the finale twirling into Salt Lake City on May 2, according to a detailed itinerary provided by Us Magazine.
Choreographer extraordinaire Mandy Moore, who's already nabbed an Emmy for her work, will be directing and choreographing; clearly, they're not skimping on moves or talent. “It just gets better and better, and with all the buzz of this season, I’m sure it’s going to sell out, like, literally, now,” Julianne Hough, the show's co-host, pointed out with what seems like just the right level of dancer’s optimism during the big reveal on ABC. Presale ticket frenzy begins October 8, so mark that calendar or set up camp online, because as Mirrorball Members can attest, these tickets have legs of their own, according to Us Magazine.
Now, let's not overlook the heartfelt nuance of a family affair on this 74-date national escapade. Chmerkovskiy and Johnson are keen on the family-friendly element of the tour, with Val sharing, “What a treat to be back on the road and to do it at a time when the show is in its peak again and experiencing this incredible renaissance with a whole new audience. I’m very excited,” he expressed his enthusiasm in an interview with Us Magazine. Johnson also communicated her thrill for getting to prioritize their professional prowess as a break from the season’s celebrity focus. There’s unmistakable charm to the idea that their little one will bear witness to America’s diverse locales while quite literally following in his parents' nimble footsteps.
Remember that the glitz doesn’t just stay in Vegas—the "Dancing with the Stars: Live" kicks off in January 2026 and might be waltzing into a theatre near you. Tune into ABC or Disney+ on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET for the latest season to stay in step with the stars, and maybe score some inspiration for those living room dance sessions we know you have when no one's watching.
