Adam Sandler’s Return to the Stage: The "You’re My Best Friend" Tour
Adam Sandler, the beloved actor and comedian, is hitting the road again, much to the delight of fans across the U.S. and Canada. Following the success of his sold-out “I Missed You” tour two years ago, Sandler is gearing up for his new fall arena tour, aptly titled "Adam Sandler: You’re My Best Friend."
Tour Launch and Dates
Kicking off in Jacksonville, Florida, on September 5, this extensive 30-city tour promises to bring the Sandler charm to locations such as New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, Cleveland, Ontario, Salt Lake City, and Chicago, ultimately concluding in Las Vegas on November 1. The tour is already generating buzz, with fans eagerly waiting for a glimpse of the comedic genius in action.
Ticket Sales and Availability
For those eager to catch Sandler live, tickets will be available through Live Nation and venue pre-sales starting on June 26 at 12 p.m. local time. Fans will have a narrow window for pre-sale, ending the same day at 10 p.m. local time. General ticket sales begin the following day, June 27, at 12 p.m. local time via Ticketmaster.com. Given the high demand, fans are encouraged to snag their tickets early to avoid disappointment.
From Special to Sequel: What’s Next for Sandler
This upcoming tour follows the release of Sandler’s Netflix special, "Adam Sandler: Love You," directed by Josh Safdie, which was filmed at sold-out concerts in Los Angeles. Audiences got a taste of Sandler’s comedic storytelling style, and now they can expect even more with the live performances.
Before the tour starts, fans can catch Sandler in the highly anticipated sequel to his 1996 classic, "Happy Gilmore." Premiering on Netflix next month, "Happy Gilmore 2" brings back Sandler as the unforgettable hockey player turned golfer. The plot finds Happy dusting off his clubs and coming out of retirement to raise funds for his daughter’s expensive ballet school tuition—$75,000 a year!
The Legacy of "Happy Gilmore"
While the original "Happy Gilmore" received mixed reviews upon its release, it has since become a cult classic with a dedicated fan base. Critics may have struggled with its humor—Entertainment Weekly famously described it as akin to “having your funny bone whacked repeatedly by a two-by-four”—yet the film’s unique blend of sports and comedy, paired with Sandler’s distinctive charm, turned it into a hit.
In "Happy Gilmore 2," set 30 years after the original, fans will witness a mature Sandler navigate the challenges of parenthood—all while maintaining the offbeat humor that has characterized his career. It’s a nostalgic return that many fans have been eagerly awaiting.
Full Tour Itinerary
Here’s a sneak peek at the tour stops for Sandler’s "You’re My Best Friend" tour:
- Friday, Sept. 5 – Jacksonville, Fla. – Vystar Memorial *
- Saturday, Sept. 6 – Tampa, Fla. – Amalie Arena *
- Sunday, Sept. 7 – Miami, Fla. – Kaseya Center *
- Monday, Sept. 8 – Estero, Fla. – Hertz Arena *
- Wednesday, Sept. 10 – Columbia, S.C. – Colonial Life Arena
- Thursday, Sept. 11 – Raleigh, N.C. – Lenovo Center
- Friday, Sept. 12 – Charlottesville, Va. – John Paul Jones Arena
- Saturday, Sept. 13 – Baltimore, Md. – CFG Bank Arena
- Monday, Sept. 15 – New York, N.Y. – Madison Square Garden
- Tuesday, Sept. 16 – Albany, N.Y. – MVP Arena
- Wednesday, Sept. 17 – Syracuse, N.Y. – Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial
- Friday, Sept. 19 – Philadelphia, Pa. – Wells Fargo Center
- Saturday, Sept. 20 – Pittsburgh, Pa. – PPG Paints Arena
- Sunday, Sept. 21 – Buffalo, N.Y. – KeyBank Center
- Friday, Sept. 26 – Uncasville, Conn. – Mohegan Sun Arena*
- Saturday, Sept. 27 – Washington, D.C. – Capital One Arena
- Sunday, Sept. 28 – Hershey, Pa. – Giant Center
- Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Boston, Mass. – TD Garden
- Sunday, Oct. 5 – Milwaukee, Wis. – Fiserv Forum
- Monday, Oct. 6 – Indianapolis, Ind. – Gainbridge Fieldhouse
- Sunday, Oct. 12 – Toronto, Ont. – Scotiabank Arena
- Monday, Oct. 13 – Cleveland, Ohio – Rocket Arena
- Tuesday, Oct. 14 – Detroit, Mich. – Little Caesars Arena
- Wednesday, Oct. 15 – Columbus, Ohio – Nationwide Arena
- Thursday, Oct. 16 – Lexington, Ky. – Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center
- Friday, Oct. 17 – St. Louis, Mo. – Enterprise Center
- Monday, Oct. 20 – Chicago, Ill. – United Center
- Tuesday, Oct. 21 – Omaha, Neb. – CHI Health Center Omaha
- Sunday, Oct. 26 – Salt Lake City, Utah – Delta Center
- Monday, Oct. 27 – Nampa, Idaho – Ford Idaho Center Arena
- Tuesday, Oct. 28 – Portland, Ore. – Moda Center
- Wednesday, Oct. 29 – Seattle, Wash. – Climate Pledge Arena
- Friday, Oct. 31 – Las Vegas, Nev. – Fontainebleau Las Vegas
- Saturday, Nov. 1 – Las Vegas, Nev. – Fontainebleau Las Vegas
*Not a Live Nation date
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