Empire State Review Team 
Renowned musician Billy Joel has announced a postponement of upcoming stadium concerts following a recent surgical procedure.
Concert Rescheduling Details
Billy Joel has officially delayed his tour by four months, enabling him to recuperate effectively from surgery. Eight cities that were originally scheduled to host his performances will now feature rescheduled dates.
Affected Cities
The cities impacted by these changes include:
- Detroit
- Toronto
- Syracuse
- Salt Lake City
- Edinburgh
- Liverpool
- Charlotte
- Milwaukee
Rescheduled Performance Timeline
The eight concerts that were postponed are now set to take place approximately one year later including:
- Detroit, with Stevie Nicks: November 15, 2025 (rescheduled from March 29, 2025)
- Toronto: March 24, 2026 (rescheduled from March 15, 2025)
- Syracuse, with Sting: April 10, 2026 (rescheduled from April 11, 2025)
- Salt Lake City, with Sting: May 22, 2026 (rescheduled from May 23, 2025)
- Edinburgh: June 6, 2026 (rescheduled from June 7, 2025)
- Liverpool: June 20, 2026 (rescheduled from June 21, 2025)
- Charlotte, with Sting: July 3, 2026 (rescheduled from May 10, 2025)
- Milwaukee, with Sting: To be determined (originally scheduled for April 26, 2025)
What Lies Ahead for Joel
Following his recovery, Billy Joel is expected to resume live performances at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on July 5, 2025. His last concert prior to the surgery took place on February 22, 2025, in Uncasville, Connecticut, as reported by Variety.
Surgery Information and Artist Statement
The nature of Joel’s surgery remains undisclosed; however, the artist’s team has assured fans that he is anticipated to make a full recovery. In a statement, Joel expressed his regret over the postponed shows but emphasized the importance of prioritizing his health. He stated, “While I regret postponing any shows, my health must come first. I look forward to getting back on stage and sharing the joy of live music with our amazing fans. Thank you for your understanding.”
Source: The information contained in this article is attributed to an Instagram post on Billy Joel’s public account dated March 11, 2025, and from tour details available on his official website. Reporting was conducted from Detroit.
