Wednesday 3 June 2026 | Live Performance | Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona, USA
On Wednesday 3 June 2026, Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at the Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, Arizona — the fifth show of the 16th All-Starr Band's 12-date 2026 US tour. The venue has a notable place in Beatles history: George Harrison performed there on 14 November 1974 during his first North American solo tour, and Wings played there on 18 June 1976 during the Wings Over the World Tour.
The Beatles Connection
The Tucson Convention Center's place in Beatles history predates Ringo's 2026 visit by more than five decades. George Harrison performed at the venue on 14 November 1974 as part of his Dark Horse Tour — his first and only North American solo tour, which ran from 2 November to 20 December 1974. The tour was accompanied by Indian musician Ravi Shankar and featured a setlist that blended Harrison's solo material with a small number of Beatles songs. It was a controversial tour: Harrison's voice was severely strained throughout, and the critical reception was mixed, though the audiences were large and enthusiastic.
Wings — Paul McCartney's band — performed at the Tucson Convention Center on 18 June 1976 during the Wings Over the World Tour, one of the most ambitious rock tours of the decade. The tour visited North America, Europe, and Australia, and the Tucson date was part of the North American leg. The Wings Over America live album, recorded during the tour, became one of the best-selling live albums of the 1970s.
The 16th All-Starr Band
- Ringo Starr — vocals, drums, percussion
- Steve Lukather — vocals, guitar, bass guitar
- Colin Hay — vocals, guitar
- Buck Johnson — vocals, keyboards
- Hamish Stuart — vocals, bass guitar, guitar
- Warren Ham — vocals, saxophone, harmonica, flute, percussion, keyboards
- Gregg Bissonette — vocals, drums, trumpet
Concert Setlist
- 'Matchbox'
- 'It Don't Come Easy'
- 'Rosanna' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Pick Up the Pieces' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'Down Under' (Colin Hay)
- 'Boys'
- 'I'm the Greatest'
- 'Yellow Submarine'
- 'Cut the Cake' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'Octopus's Garden'
- 'No No Song'
- 'Choose Love'
- 'Overkill' (Colin Hay)
- 'Africa' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Work to Do' (Hamish Stuart)
- 'I Wanna Be Your Man'
- 'Who Can It Be Now?' (Colin Hay)
- 'Hold the Line' (Steve Lukather)
- 'Photograph'
- 'Act Naturally'
- 'With a Little Help from My Friends'
- 'Give Peace a Chance'
The 2026 All-Starr Band Tour
The 2026 US tour ran for 12 dates across May and June, opening at the Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula on 28 May and closing at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on 14 June. The full schedule:
- 28 May 2026: Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, California
- 29 May 2026: Humphreys Concerts By The Bay, San Diego, California
- 31 May 2026: Findlay Toyota Center, Prescott Valley, Arizona
- 1 June 2026: Eccles Theater, Salt Lake City, Utah
- 3 June 2026: Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona
- 5 June 2026: Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, California
- 6 June 2026: Vina Robles Amphitheatre, Paso Robles, California
- 8 June 2026: Kiva Auditorium, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- 9 June 2026: Bellco Theatre, Denver, Colorado
- 11 June 2026: San Jose Civic, San Jose, California
- 12 June 2026: Gammage Auditorium, Phoenix, Arizona
- 14 June 2026: Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, California
About the All-Starr Band
Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band concept — a rotating ensemble of celebrated musicians, each performing their own hits alongside Ringo's Beatles and solo catalogue — was launched in 1989 and has since become one of rock's most enduring touring institutions. The 16th All-Starr Band featured Steve Lukather (Toto) performing 'Rosanna', 'Africa', and 'Hold the Line'; Colin Hay (Men at Work) performing 'Down Under', 'Overkill', and 'Who Can It Be Now?'; and Hamish Stuart (Average White Band) performing 'Pick Up the Pieces', 'Cut the Cake', and 'Work to Do'.
Tucson Convention Center
The Tucson Convention Center is a multi-purpose arena and convention facility in downtown Tucson, Arizona. Its main arena has a capacity of approximately 9,000 and has hosted major concerts and sporting events since its opening in 1971. Located in the heart of Tucson, it remains one of the principal entertainment venues in southern Arizona.
Key Facts: 3 June 2026
- Date: Wednesday 3 June 2026
- Venue: Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona, USA
- Tour show number: 5 of 12
- All-Starr Band number: 16th
- Beatles history at this venue: George Harrison, 14 November 1974 (Dark Horse Tour); Wings, 18 June 1976 (Wings Over the World Tour)
- Songs performed: 22
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Ringo Starr play the Tucson Convention Center in 2026?
Yes — Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band performed at the Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, Arizona on 3 June 2026. It was the fifth show of their 12-date 2026 US tour.
Did George Harrison play the Tucson Convention Center?
Yes — George Harrison performed at the Tucson Convention Center on 14 November 1974 during his Dark Horse Tour — his first and only North American solo tour, which ran from 2 November to 20 December 1974.
Did Wings play the Tucson Convention Center?
Yes — Wings performed at the Tucson Convention Center on 18 June 1976 during the Wings Over the World Tour. The tour's North American leg was one of the most successful rock tours of the decade, and the recordings were released as the live album Wings Over America.
What did Ringo Starr play at the Tucson Convention Center in 2026?
The 22-song setlist included 'It Don't Come Easy', 'Yellow Submarine', 'Octopus's Garden', 'Photograph', 'Act Naturally', 'With a Little Help from My Friends', and 'Give Peace a Chance', alongside band members' hits including 'Rosanna' and 'Africa' (Steve Lukather), 'Down Under' and 'Overkill' (Colin Hay), and 'Pick Up the Pieces' (Hamish Stuart).
Who was in Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band in 2026?
The 16th All-Starr Band comprised Ringo Starr (vocals, drums), Steve Lukather (vocals, guitar), Colin Hay (vocals, guitar), Buck Johnson (vocals, keyboards), Hamish Stuart (vocals, bass, guitar), Warren Ham (vocals, saxophone, harmonica, flute, percussion, keyboards), and Gregg Bissonette (vocals, drums, trumpet).
Where is the Tucson Convention Center?
The Tucson Convention Center is located in downtown Tucson, Arizona. Its main arena has a capacity of approximately 9,000 and has hosted major concerts and events since opening in 1971.
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