Multi‑platinum, Grammy‑nominated band NEEDTOBREATHE is extending its popular The Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour into 2026, responding to strong fan demand and bringing its stripped‑down performances to more U.S. cities this spring. The extended run follows successful acoustic shows in late 2025 and adds new stops through early March.
The acoustic tour offers audiences a more intimate musical experience, featuring reinterpretations of the band's catalog - from crowd favorites like "Brother" and "Who Am I" to live highlights that showcase the group's blend of rock, folk, and Christian themes. Originally formed in Seneca, South Carolina, NEEDTOBREATHE has roots that stretch into Christian rock and alternative genres, with several of their albums reaching No. 1 on the Christian Albums chart.
Key 2026 Tour Dates
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Feb 5, 2026 - Hard Rock Event Center, Tampa, Florida
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Feb 6, 2026 - Hard Rock Live, Hollywood, Florida
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Mar 7, 2026 - Will Rogers Auditorium, Fort Worth, Texas
Tickets for these dates are on sale now through Ticketmaster and other authorized outlets, with additional presale opportunities previously shared via the band's social media channels.
Earlier in the year, NEEDTOBREATHE also took part in The Rock Boat XXV, an annual floating music festival aboard the Norwegian Pearl, which ran from January 29 to February 5, 2026, departing from Miami and stopping in St. Maarten and San Juan, Puerto Rico. The band was featured among numerous touring artists, giving fans a chance to experience performances in a unique setting at sea.
While not exclusively categorized as a "Christian band," NEEDTOBREATHE has long included themes of faith, hope, and resilience in their songwriting and public interviews, making their music resonate with a broad Christian audience. Their acoustic tour offers longtime listeners and newcomers alike a chance to connect more closely with the band's music and message.
