Benson Boone in New Orleans 2026: Date, Venue and Tour Details

Why This Concert Matters

Benson Boone’s New Orleans concert comes at an important point in Boone’s career as he continues his U.S. Wanted Man Tour in support of his second album, American Heart. Released in June 2025, the album made the Top 10 in 10 countries, including No. 2 in the United States and Canada and No. 1 in Australia and New Zealand. The tour has also built on Boone’s momentum in 2026, following his Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, appearances at Coachella, and the release of “The Time of My Life” in late June 2026 as his first new music of the year. Axios also included the Smoothie King Center performance among the notable events taking place in New Orleans during the August 22–23 weekend.

Timing & Venue

• Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
• Event start time: 8:00 PM local time
• Venue: Smoothie King Center
• City: New Orleans, Louisiana
• Address: 1501 Dave Dixon Drive, New Orleans, LA 70113
• Tour: Wanted Man Tour 2026
• Special guest: Luna Li

What to Expect at the Concert

Recent Wanted Man Tour setlists show a fairly consistent song sequence, with a clear mix of songs from American Heart and Fireworks & Rollerblades. Songs featured on recent setlists include “Sorry I'm Here for Someone Else,” “Mr Electric Blue,” “There She Goes,” “Wanted Man,” “Slow It Down,” “Mystical Magical,” “Pretty Slowly,” “In the Stars,” “My Greatest Fear,” “Take Me Home,” and “Young American Heart.” Other songs featured include “Momma Song,” “Before You,” “The Time of My Life,” “I Wanna Be the One You Call,” “What Was,” and “Cry.” “Beautiful Things” has also repeatedly appeared as the closing song. According to Setlist.fm data, Wanted Man Tour performances average about 1 hour and 47 minutes. Luna Li is scheduled to join Boone for the New Orleans show. The tour’s performances have also featured Boone’s theatrical stage style, including his well-known acrobatics.

Latest Music from Benson Boone

The latest Benson Boone release referenced in the available data is “The Time of My Life,” released in late June 2026 as his first new music of the year. His June 2025 album, American Heart, serves as the central album for the current Wanted Man Tour.

What to Expect at the Show

Recent Wanted Man Tour setlists indicate a similar structure across shows, combining songs from American Heart and Fireworks & Rollerblades. The New Orleans performance will also feature Luna Li, while recent shows have averaged approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes according to Setlist.fm.