Tommy Emmanuel in Durham, United States 2026

What to know before you go

• Check the door time listed by the official ticket seller. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early to clear security and reach your section.
• Security check: most venues prohibit professional cameras, large bags and outside food. Check the venue's official policy before traveling.
• Bring the same payment card or QR code you used at checkout. Some venues no longer print physical tickets — phone screen is enough.
• Dress for the genre and the weather — outdoor shows can get cold after sunset. Comfortable shoes for standing-only sections.

What to expect

This is date 10 of the 59 that Tommy Emmanuel has scheduled in our catalog through May 2027. There are 24 dates in United States. The previous stop is Chattanooga (December 5) and the next one is Charlotte (December 7). Tommy Emmanuel arrives with "Living in the Light" (2025) as the latest studio album, according to MusicBrainz.

Tommy Emmanuel news

Our own summary of what each outlet reported. The link goes to the original story.

• NEWS10 ABC on MSN · Oct 7, 2026

  Guitar virtuoso Tommy Emmanuel returning to Albany

  NEWS10 ABC reported on 7 October 2026 that guitarist Tommy Emmanuel is returning to Albany. He will play at The Egg next year, and the outlet describes him as a master of the guitar.

  Read on NEWS10 ABC on MSN
• Peninsula Clarion · Oct 2, 2026

  Tommy Emmanuel brings six decades of guitar to his Alaska debut

  On 2 October 2026 the Peninsula Clarion framed his Alaska debut as the arrival of six decades of guitar playing. It recounts a recent show in Austin, Texas, where Tommy Emmanuel stepped past the monitors toward the crowd while his lighting crew wanted him back under the spotlights.

  Read on Peninsula Clarion
• The Intelligencer · Jun 26, 2026

  Guitar Virtuoso Tommy Emmanuel Finds His Calling in Music

  The Intelligencer, writing from Wheeling on 26 June 2026, portrays Tommy Emmanuel as a guitar virtuoso who found his calling in music. It recalls that as a boy in Australia he made a discovery that shaped his whole life, starting at age 4.

  Read on The Intelligencer

How to get there

1. Public transport is usually the easiest option for big-city venues. Check the closest metro/subway/tram stop on the venue's website.
2. If you drive, reserve parking in advance — venues fill nearby lots fast on show nights.
3. Rideshare drop-off zones are usually a 2–5 minute walk from the entrance. Allow extra time for after-show pickup queues.

What Tommy Emmanuel typically plays

Setlists shift across the tour. Tommy Emmanuel tours usually run 90–120 minutes including encore. Check setlist.fm right before the show for the most recent show's order.

How to get there

Frequently Asked Questions