The ballroom is leaving the television screen behind — and Dancing With the Stars is taking its biggest moves on the road. The upcoming Dancing With the Stars: Live! 2027 tour is set to deliver 60 shows across North America, bringing familiar professional dancers, a returning co-host and an entirely new live production to arenas beginning in January.

But this tour has a few surprises waiting behind the curtain. Alongside the return of fan-favourite pros, the DWTS troupe will hit the road for the first time, Mandy Moore is directing the new spectacle, and the tour is finally heading to one of New York City’s most iconic venues.

Dancing With the Stars Live! 2027 tour brings the ballroom to North America

The countdown begins on Jan. 21, 2027, when Dancing With the Stars: Live! 2027 opens in Manchester, New Hampshire. The three-month North American run will eventually conclude on April 11, 2027, in Duluth, Georgia.

Across those months, the production will travel through cities in the United States and Canada, giving fans the chance to see professional dancers from the ABC competition series outside the television ballroom.

One of the biggest moments arrives on Feb. 5, when the tour makes its first-ever appearance at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

That stop gives the 2027 tour an especially notable milestone, while the wider itinerary stretches across 60 announced performances.

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The key 2027 tour details

Tour detail	Confirmed information
Tour	Dancing With the Stars: Live! 2027
Number of shows	60
First show	Jan. 21, 2027
Opening city	Manchester, New Hampshire
Final show	April 11, 2027
Closing city	Duluth, Georgia
Madison Square Garden debut	Feb. 5, 2027
Co-host	Emma Slater
Director	Mandy Moore
First-time touring troupe	Kamri Peterson, Onye Stevenson, Jaxon Willard and Carter Williams
Presenting sponsor	COVERGIRL

The production is being presented as an all-new live spectacle, rather than simply a recreation of the television competition.

Which Dancing With the Stars pros are joining the 2027 tour?

The professional lineup is packed with familiar names.

The announced cast includes Brandon Armstrong, Rylee Arnold, Alan Bersten, Hailey Bills, Sharna Burgess, Valentin Chmerkovskiy, Jenna Johnson, Emma Slater, Ezra Sosa, Britt Stewart and Adele Zaikman.

Emma Slater will once again take on hosting duties as the tour’s co-host, giving audiences a familiar face to guide them through the live production.

There is also a major first for the franchise: the Dancing With the Stars troupe will join the road production for the first time.

The touring troupe consists of Kamri Peterson, Onye Stevenson, Jaxon Willard and Carter Williams.

However, there is an important detail fans should know before planning a trip. Not every professional is scheduled for every date, and the official tour website currently lists different participation periods for Rylee Arnold and Sharna Burgess.

Rylee Arnold is listed for Jan. 21-Feb. 13, Feb. 23-Mar. 20 and Mar. 31-Apr. 11.

Sharna Burgess is listed for Feb. 17-21 and Mar. 22-27.

The tour also states that its cast is subject to change.

Rylee Arnold is officially returning after missing most of the previous tour

One of the most significant returns is Rylee Arnold.

Arnold sat out most of the previous tour while focusing on managing her Type 1 diabetes. Her return to the road comes after spending the past year concentrating on her health and learning how to manage her condition.

Arnold explained her decision and return in a statement to PEOPLE.

“I’m really excited to be going back on tour this year,” Arnold said in a statement to PEOPLE. “Missing it last year was such a hard decision because being on the road has always been one of my favorite experiences. Taking that time to focus on my health and really understand how to manage my Type 1 diabetes has made such a difference for me.”

She also revealed how an insulin pump has affected her experience and described the past year as an important turning point.

“I’m now on an insulin pump that has been a game changer, and I feel healthier, stronger and more confident in knowing what my body needs. My health will always be my priority, and I know myself and my body best, but I feel like this past year has been such a turning point for me. I’m feeling really good and can’t wait to get back out there and dance with everyone!”

Her return adds another personal chapter to the 2027 road show, while her listed participation dates mean fans will need to check the specific performance lineup before buying tickets.

Mandy Moore is directing an all-new DWTS live spectacle

The 2027 tour isn’t being framed as simply the television show transported onto a stage.

Emmy Award-winning choreographer Mandy Moore is directing the new production. Her credits include La La Land and Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour.

The creative team has described the production as a new spectacle designed specifically for the live audience.

Jared Paul of Faculty Inc. said:

“We could not be more excited for the fans of DWTS to attend shows across the country next year and see this all-new spectacle that the truly world class dancers and our brilliant creative team are dreaming up. It is an exhilarating experience getting to witness the sheer talent and showmanship exhibited in these live shows. Seeing fans scream and shout is so uplifting as fans get the chance to connect with the stars they know and love from the TV show. We are so pumped for this tour and we are dreaming big! We will see everyone on the road in 2027.”

That emphasis on the live experience is central to the tour’s identity, with the professional dancers getting a chance to showcase their talent directly in front of audiences across North America.

The previous DWTS tour set a major benchmark

The scale of the 2027 tour follows a record-breaking previous run.

The earlier Dancing With the Stars tour featured sold-out shows across the country, with demand becoming strong enough that additional dates were added.

Ryan O’Dowd, Emmy-nominated executive producer of Dancing With the Stars and President of Global Productions at BBC Studios, said:

“Last year’s Dancing with the Stars tour was record-breaking, with sold-out shows across the country and demand so strong that we added additional dates,” said Ryan O’Dowd, Emmy-nominated executive producer of Dancing With the Stars and President of Global Productions at BBC Studios.

He continued:

“That response speaks to the incredible passion of our fans and the excitement surrounding this franchise. The tour gives our professional dancers an opportunity to showcase their extraordinary talent while bringing the energy and spectacle of the ballroom directly to audiences across the country. We can’t wait to get back on the road and make this year’s tour even more unforgettable.”

The 60-show schedule now takes that momentum into a new touring year.

COVERGIRL becomes the first presenting sponsor

There is another first attached to the 2027 production.

COVERGIRL is the first presenting sponsor of the Dancing With the Stars Live tour.

Mary Santangelo, Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at COVERGIRL, described the partnership as a way for the brand to connect with the show’s multigenerational audience.

“Beauty exists to let you shine, and that belief has long been at the heart of COVERGIRL,” Santangelo said. “As the first presenting sponsor of the Dancing With the Stars Live tour, we’re proud to partner with a franchise that brings together generations of fans through talent, creativity and individuality. Following a record-breaking, sold-out tour and with 60 shows planned across North America in 2027, this collaboration gives COVERGIRL a powerful platform to connect with fans nationwide and celebrate confidence and self-expression both on and off the dance floor.”

The tour is produced by Faculty Productions in association with BBC Studios Los Angeles Productions and promoted by Live Nation and NS2.

Dancing With the Stars Live! 2027 complete tour dates

The announced itinerary covers 60 performances across the United States and Canada.

January 2027

• Jan. 21 — Manchester, NH — SNHU Arena
• Jan. 22 — Buffalo, NY — KeyBank Center
• Jan. 23 — Cincinnati, OH — Heritage Bank Center
• Jan. 24 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena
• Jan. 26 — Cleveland, OH — Rocket Arena
• Jan. 27 — Grand Rapids, MI — Van Andel Arena
• Jan. 28 — Detroit, MI — Little Caesars Arena
• Jan. 29 — Indianapolis, IN — Gainbridge Fieldhouse
• Jan. 30 — Minneapolis, MN — Target Center
• Jan. 31 — Milwaukee, WI — Fiserv Forum

February 2027

• Feb. 3 — Allentown, PA — PPL Center
• Feb. 4 — Philadelphia, PA — Xfinity Mobile Arena
• Feb. 5 — New York, NY — Madison Square Garden
• Feb. 6 — Hartford, CT — PeoplesBank Arena
• Feb. 7 — Washington, DC — Capital One Arena
• Feb. 9 — Baltimore, MD — CFG Bank Arena
• Feb. 10 — Pittsburgh, PA — PPG Paints Arena
• Feb. 11 — Boston, MA — TD Garden
• Feb. 12 — Albany, NY — MVP Arena
• Feb. 13 — Newark, NJ — Prudential Center
• Feb. 17 — Hershey, PA — GIANT Center
• Feb. 18 — Columbus, OH — Schottenstein Center
• Feb. 19 — Rosemont, IL — Allstate Arena
• Feb. 20 — Moline, IL — Vibrant Arena at The MARK
• Feb. 21 — Des Moines, IA — Casey’s Center
• Feb. 23 — Omaha, NE — CHI Health Center
• Feb. 24 — Kansas City, MO — T-Mobile Center
• Feb. 25 — North Little Rock, AR — Simmons Bank Arena
• Feb. 26 — St. Louis, MO — Enterprise Center
• Feb. 27 — Knoxville, TN — Food City Center
• Feb. 28 — Nashville, TN — Bridgestone Arena

March 2027

• Mar. 2 — Charlottesville, VA — John Paul Jones Arena
• Mar. 3 — Norfolk, VA — Chartway Arena
• Mar. 5 — Sunrise, FL — Amerant Bank Arena
• Mar. 6 — Orlando, FL — Addition Financial Arena
• Mar. 9 — Tampa, FL — Benchmark International Arena
• Mar. 10 — Birmingham, AL — Legacy Arena at the BJCC
• Mar. 11 — New Orleans, LA — Smoothie King Center
• Mar. 12 — Austin, TX — Moody Center
• Mar. 13 — San Antonio, TX — Frost Bank Center
• Mar. 14 — Houston, TX — Toyota Center
• Mar. 16 — Dallas, TX — American Airlines Center
• Mar. 17 — Tulsa, OK — BOK Center
• Mar. 19 — Denver, CO — Ball Arena
• Mar. 20 — Salt Lake City, UT — Delta Center
• Mar. 22 — Seattle, WA — Climate Pledge Arena
• Mar. 23 — Abbotsford, BC — Rogers Forum
• Mar. 24 — Portland, OR — Moda Center
• Mar. 26 — Sacramento, CA — Golden 1 Center
• Mar. 27 — San Jose, CA — SAP Center
• Mar. 31 — San Diego, CA — Viejas Arena

April 2027

• Apr. 1 — Anaheim, CA — Honda Center
• Apr. 2 — Los Angeles, CA — Crypto.com Arena
• Apr. 3 — Las Vegas, NV — Michelob ULTRA Arena
• Apr. 4 — Phoenix, AZ — Mortgage Matchup Center
• Apr. 7 — Mobile, AL — Regions Arena
• Apr. 8 — Greenville, SC — Bon Secours Wellness Arena
• Apr. 9 — Raleigh, NC — Lenovo Center
• Apr. 10 — Charlotte, NC — Spectrum Center
• Apr. 11 — Duluth, GA — Gas South Arena

The itinerary currently includes stops throughout the United States and Canada, with Madison Square Garden on Feb. 5 marking the tour’s first appearance at the venue. Current venue and ticketing information confirms the announced dates, including the Phoenix and Tampa stops.

When do Dancing With the Stars 2027 tour tickets go on sale?

The ticket race begins before the general public sale.

The Mirrorball presale begins Thursday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. local time. Fans must sign up for the free Mirrorball membership to receive access to the presale.

General public tickets go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 10 a.m. local time through DWTSTour.com.

VIP ticket and upgrade packages will also be available. Depending on the package, fans may receive premium tickets, a meet-and-greet photo opportunity, an interactive experience with members of the touring cast and exclusive merchandise.

More celebrity guest stars are expected to be announced.

The official tour website also notes that the cast is subject to change, making it important for fans to check the latest information connected to their specific show.

Why the 2027 DWTS tour could be a major moment for fans

By the time the final bow arrives in Duluth on April 11, Dancing With the Stars: Live! 2027 will have taken the ballroom through 60 announced performances across North America.

The tour combines returning professional dancers, Emma Slater’s return as co-host, the first-ever touring appearance of the DWTS troupe and a new production directed by Mandy Moore. Add the first Madison Square Garden performance and the return of Rylee Arnold after a year focused on managing her Type 1 diabetes, and the 2027 run carries several distinct milestones.

At the same time, the production is following a previous tour that was described as record-breaking after sold-out shows and additional dates were added because of demand.

For viewers who know these dancers from television, the new tour offers something different: a chance to see the professional stars and touring troupe perform live, away from the weekly competition format.

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Conclusion

The Dancing With the Stars: Live! 2027 tour is shaping up to be a major three-month road spectacle, with 60 shows, a returning group of professional dancers, Emma Slater as co-host and the DWTS troupe making its first appearance on tour.

Mandy Moore’s direction, the new COVERGIRL presenting partnership, Rylee Arnold’s return and the show’s first-ever stop at Madison Square Garden add several new chapters to the live franchise. With tickets approaching their presale and general-sale dates, the next stage of the ballroom story is officially moving from television screens to arenas across North America.

Source Disclaimer: This article has been prepared based on thorough research of the sources including PEOPLE, the official Dancing With the Stars Live website, official tour cast and date information, Ticketmaster, 313 Presents, Rocket Arena and Gas South District. The article reflects the information available from those provided sources. Tour dates, venues, cast participation, ticket information and VIP offerings are subject to change, so readers should consult the official tour website and individual venue pages for the latest information before purchasing tickets.

Sources

• PEOPLE — 2027 tour announcement and exclusive details
• Dancing With the Stars Live — Official Tour Website
• Dancing With the Stars Live — Official 2027 Cast
• Dancing With the Stars Live — Official Tour Dates and Presale Information
• Ticketmaster — Dancing With the Stars: Live! 2027
• 313 Presents — Official Detroit Tour Announcement
• Rocket Arena — Official Cleveland Tour Announcement
• Gas South District — Official Duluth Event Page

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