Sega Announces Sonic 35th Anniversary Live Concert World Tour

Sega has officially partnered with production team Senbla to announce a massive global music tour celebrating the Sonic the Hedgehog series.

“Sonic Live In Concert” will be held to mark the thirty-fifth anniversary of the iconic speed-based platformer through a unique live audio-visual experience.

First racing onto the Sega Genesis hardware in 1991, Sonic the Hedgehog completely redefined the platforming genre by introducing momentum-based physics and intricate multi-tiered level designs.

This groundbreaking software quickly grew into a massive global gaming phenomenon, inspiring countless sequels, animated adaptations, and highly successful cinematic releases.

Sonic the Hedgehog remains incredibly popular among players for its fast-paced action, memorable character designs, and unmistakable musical identity.

For “Sonic Live In Concert,” a dedicated live ensemble consisting of rock musicians and vocalists will perform a wide array of defining songs spanning the entire history of the games.

Electronic arrangements and instrumental renditions of classic tracks will accompany some of the most exciting moments from the vast software catalog.

Attendees will hear everything from the nostalgic melodies of Green Hill Zone to heavy modern rock anthems like “Undefeatable”.

Synchronized high-definition gameplay footage will play on large screens behind the stage to perfectly match the live performances.

Organizers have also woven musical Easter eggs directly into the arrangements to reward eagle-eared listeners.

Live sets will specifically honor the creative legacy of legendary composers Jun Senoue and Tomoya Ohtani, who have helped shape the sound profile of the series across multiple console generations.

Ollie Rosenblatt, CEO of Senbla, noted that the team wanted to create a show that stays true to what fans love about the music, ranging from melodic electronic themes to high-energy rock.

Ivo Gerscovich, Chief Business and Brand Officer at Sega of America, emphasized that music has always shaped how players experience this world and that this concert brings together that emotion and creativity.

The complete performance schedule for the world tour is as follows:

September 20, 2026 – Spokane, Washington – First Interstate Center for the Arts
September 22, 2026 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre (preview)
September 23, 2026 – Portland, OR – Keller Auditorium (preview)
September 25, 2026 – San Diego, CA – San Diego Civic Theatre (preview)
September 26, 2026 – Hollywood, CA – Dolby Theatre
September 27, 2026 – Riverside, CA – Fox Performing Arts Center
September 29, 2026 – Mesa, AZ – Mesa Arts Center – Ikeda Theater
September 30, 2026 – London, U.K. – London Eventim Apollo
October 1, 2026 – Las Vegas, NV – Resorts World Theatre
October 2, 2026 – Fresno, CA – Saroyan Theatre
October 3, 2026 – San Jose, CA – San Jose Civic
October 4, 2026 – Reno, NV – Grand Theatre at The Grand Sierra Resort & Casino
October 6, 2026 – Denver, CO – Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre
October 8, 2026 – Irving, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
October 9, 2026 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
October 10, 2026 – San Antonio, TX – Boeing Center at Tech Port
October 11, 2026 – Oklahoma City, OK – The Criterion
October 13, 2026 – Wichita, KS – Orpheum Theatre
October 15, 2026 – Omaha, NE – Orpheum Theater
October 16, 2026 – Peoria, IL – Prairie Home Alliance Theater
October 17, 2026 – Louisville, KY – The Louisville Palace Theatre
October 18, 2026 – St. Louis, MO – The Factory
October 19, 2026 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
October 20, 2026 – Mobile, AL – Saenger Theatre
October 22, 2026 – Brandon, MS – City Hall Live
October 23, 2026 – Huntsville, AL – VBC Mark C. Smith Concert Hall
October 24, 2026 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
October 25, 2026 – Greensboro, NC – Steven Tanger Center for Performing Arts
October 27, 2026 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
October 28, 2026 – North Charleston, SC – North Charleston Performing Arts Center
October 29, 2026 – Jacksonville, FL – Florida Theatre
October 30, 2026 – St. Petersburg, FL – Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater
October 31, 2026 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Broward Center for the Performing Arts – Au Rene Theater
November 1, 2026 – Orlando, FL – Walt Disney Theater at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
February 17, 2027 – Glasgow, UK – Royal Concert Hall
February 18, 2027 – Edinburgh, UK – Usher Hall
February 19, 2027 – Manchester, UK – Bridgewater Hall
February 20, 2027 – Birmingham, UK – Symphony Hall

Sega plans to announce additional European dates later in the year, with general admission tickets scheduled to go on sale starting May 29, 2026, following a dedicated pre-sale period opening one day earlier on May 28.

Full details regarding ticketing can be found on the official Sonic Live in Concert website.

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