The islands are calling, and Josh Groban is answering with a one-night performance slated for Honolulu's Blaisdell Arena—mark your calendars for February 7, 2026. According to KHON2, the acclaimed singer known for powerful ballads like “You Raise Me Up” and “Believe” is set to dazzle Hawaii for the very first time, and there's a touch of exclusivity to the ticket release that's sure to have local fans reserving their spots posthaste.
Hawaii residents are getting first dibs on the tickets with a head start beginning this Friday at 9 a.m., and KHON2's jumping in with an exclusive one-hour pre-sale before the rest, just drop in the code "K-H-O-N" on Ticketmaster—meanwhile, mainland fans will find themselves waiting till the following Friday to snatch up any remaining seats. “It’s my first-ever concert in Hawaii. Been there many times. Have the most amazing friends and fans there and I’m so excited to finally perform there for all of you. It’s gonna be a night that I know I won’t forget and I hope you feel the same. So come along, sing along. I’m gonna pack my sunscreen and I’ll see you there on Feb. 7. Aloha,” Groban conveyed in a message that reeks of delight and anticipation for the tropical gig.
The performance is not just a standalone event; it marks the beginning of Groban's Gems World Tour, which commemorates his new album, Hidden Gems, and a quarter-century since the world first heard his eponymous debut album, as KITV reported. “The people of Hawaii have very frequently asked us to bring Josh Groban. And we understand why. Josh is an incredible performer with a well-known catalogue of hits,” Rick Bartalini of Rick Bartalini Presents shared, speaking to the anticipation that's long bubbled among the islands for such an event.
Pre-sale tickets for Hawaii residents have an extra layer of protection to keep them local; the organizers have implemented geo-restrictions to prioritize those living on the islands, with close monitoring of sales to prevent unauthorized purchases from out-of-state slipping through—if you're not lounging on the islands or sipping Kona coffee, you might just have to park it until the 28th for a shot at the leftovers. The setlist promises a journey through Groban's extensive career catalog, ensuring that this concert will be a blend of nostalgia and new treasures, all under the starry Hawaiian sky, bursting with melody and the intimate charm that Groban's performances are known for.
