Paul Simon’s ‘A Quiet Celebration’ Tour: The Living Legend Returns to the Stage

Seven years ago, Paul Simon announced that hearing loss would force him into retirement from touring. But like a true musical icon, he’s found a way back. This spring, the legendary singer-songwriter will embark on A Quiet Celebration, a tour that brings his 2023 album Seven Psalms and a carefully curated selection of his classics to cities across North America.

And when we say “celebration,” we mean it—this tour isn’t just a victory lap. It’s an intimate, immersive experience spanning multiple nights in some of the most iconic theaters in the country. Simon will grace venues like New York’s Beacon Theater and Los Angeles’ Walt Disney Concert Hall for five-night residencies, giving fans ample opportunity to witness his return to the stage.

A Legendary Return

The tour announcement follows Simon’s unexpected appearance on SNL50: The Anniversary Special, where he shared a beautiful duet of “Homeward Bound” with rising star Sabrina Carpenter. It was a full-circle moment for the man who first took the Saturday Night Live stage in its earliest days and has remained a touchstone for American music ever since.

With A Quiet Celebration, Simon isn’t aiming for the massive stadium spectacle—he’s crafting something more personal. Expect deep cuts, spiritual reflections from Seven Psalms, and of course, the timeless songwriting that made him a legend.

A Tour Like No Other

Paul Simon’s upcoming dates span coast to coast, making stops in cities like Austin, Chicago, Toronto, and Seattle. Unlike traditional tours with single-night performances, Simon is planting roots in each city, playing multiple nights at intimate venues to create a one-of-a-kind experience for fans.

If you’ve ever wanted to see Paul Simon in a setting that allows every lyric, every chord, and every whisper of his storytelling to shine—this is it.

Check Out the Full Tour Dates Below:

📍 New Orleans, LA – Saenger Theater (April 4-5)
📍 Austin, TX – Bass Concert Hall (April 8-11)
📍 Denver, CO – Paramount Theatre (April 14, 16-17)
📍 Minneapolis, MN – Orpheum Theatre (April 20, 22-23)
📍 Kansas City, MO – Midland Theatre (April 26)
📍 St. Louis, MO – Stifel Theatre (April 28-29)
📍 Dallas, TX – AT&T Performing Arts Center (May 7-8)
📍 Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium (May 11, 13-14)
📍 Milwaukee, WI – Riverside Theater (May 17-18)
📍 Chicago, IL – Symphony Center (May 21, 23-24)
📍 Toronto, ON – Massey Hall (May 27, 29-30)
📍 Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap (June 6-7)
📍 Boston, MA – Boch Center, Wang Theatre (June 10, 12-13)
📍 New York, NY – Beacon Theater (June 16, 18, 20-21, 23)
📍 Philadelphia, PA – Academy of Music (June 26, 28-29)
📍 Long Beach, CA – Terrace Theater (July 7)
📍 Los Angeles, CA – Walt Disney Concert Hall (July 9, 11-12, 14, 16)
📍 San Francisco, CA – Davies Symphony Hall (July 19, 21-22)
📍 Vancouver, BC – The Orpheum (July 25-26, 28)
📍 Seattle, WA – Benaroya Hall (July 31, August 2-3)

Tickets are on sale now—don’t miss your chance to witness a legend redefine what a ‘farewell’ really means.