'DWTS' 2026 Live Tour Kicks Off January 22... Robert Irwin and Alix Earle Join

The excitement of 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 34, which thrilled the nation, continues into the new year with the 2026 live tour.

The DWTS production team announced the official schedule and casting lineup for the '2026 Live Tour' during the Season 34 finale broadcast on the 25th (local time). This tour will kick off on January 22, 2026 in Akron, Ohio, and will cover 74 cities across North America, extended to May 13 with 8 additional performances added beyond the original schedule.

◆ Season 34 Stars Including Winner Robert Irwin to Join

Many finalists who shone in Season 34 will join this tour to meet fans. The esteemed winner Robert Irwin, along with runner-up Alix Earle, Olympic star Jordan Chiles, and Dylan Efron will participate as special guests in selected major city performances. Notably, Robert's winning partner, professional dancer Whitney Carson, will also appear as a guest at certain performances to recreate their fantastic chemistry.

The professional dancer lineup includes Brandon Armstrong, Alan Bersten, Daniela Karagach, Pasha Pashkov, Britt Stewart, and Ezra Sosa, who will all participate throughout the tour to deliver high-quality performances. The direction and choreography will be handled by Mandy Moore, the star of 'La La Land' and an Emmy Award winner, promising a more vibrant stage than on TV.

◆ Three Hosts in Rotation

The hosting will be anchored by veteran professional dancer Emma Slater, with stars from Season 34 serving as co-hosts during different periods.

• Daniel Fish: Early tour from January 22 to February 15, with 4 additional performances in April

• Andy Richter: February 14 to 15, through the Michigan performance on March 8

• Elaine Hendricks: March 10 to April 4

◆ Rylee Arnold "Not Participating for Health Reasons"... Fans Show Support

Meanwhile, popular professional dancer Rylee Arnold, who has served as the tour mascot for the past two years, will not participate in this tour.

Rylee expressed her disappointment on her Instagram, stating, "Managing Type 1 Diabetes during the tour schedule is realistically difficult, so I made the tough decision to focus on my health," adding, "I will miss the fans and the stage so much." Fans have been sending supportive messages on her social media, saying, "Health comes first," and "I hope to see you back healthier."

The tour will conclude on May 13 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, with ticket sales currently ongoing through Ticketmaster.