๐ BREAKING NEWS: Karoline Leavitt Surprises Fans With Official Announcement of the 2026 Tour โStay With Us: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Reunion Tourโ ๐ค๐ฅ โ Schedule & Cities Revealed
In a move that left both fans and political observers astonished, Karoline Leavitt โ best known as a dynamic political figure and outspoken commentator โ has officially announced her 2026 cross-country music tour, titled โStay With Us: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Reunion Tour.โ
While the pairing of Leavittโs name with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortezโs might seem unconventional, the project is anything but ordinary. The tour is inspired by the title song, Stay With Us, a heartfelt ballad Leavitt has been quietly working on for years.
โItโs not about politics. Itโs about connection,โ Leavitt said during the press conference in Nashville, Tennessee, where the announcement was made. โThis song holds my gratitude and love for those who have stood by me โ even when weโve disagreed. I want to celebrate the people who choose unity over division.โ
From Podium to Microphone
Though Leavitt is not a professional singer, she has been collaborating with some of the countryโs top music producers to ensure the tourโs sound is rich and authentic. The music itself is a fusion of folk-pop and Americana, with touches of country storytelling and modern production.
She revealed that the decision to name the tour after Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stemmed from an unexpected friendship that developed between the two women in recent years. While they once stood on opposite ends of heated debates, both found common ground in their belief in community and empathy.
The Emotional Core of the Tour
The Stay With Us track will serve as the showโs emotional centerpiece โ a song about staying connected through lifeโs storms, forgiving each otherโs faults, and remembering that, no matter the differences, people are stronger together.
โWhen I sing this song, Iโm singing to everyone whoโs ever been there for me โ family, friends, fans, and even former rivals who turned into friends,โ Leavitt said, her voice breaking slightly. โThis tour is my way of saying thank you, in the most personal way I know how.โ
Tour Dates and Cities Revealed
The tour will span 24 cities across the United States and Canada, beginning in spring 2026 and ending with a massive finale in New York City. Each performance promises a mix of live music, storytelling, and intimate fan interaction.
Hereโs the official schedule:
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April 3, 2026 โ Nashville, TN (Grand Ole Opry House)
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April 6, 2026 โ Atlanta, GA (Fox Theatre)
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April 10, 2026 โ Charlotte, NC (Ovens Auditorium)
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April 14, 2026 โ Washington, D.C. (The Anthem)
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April 18, 2026 โ Boston, MA (Wang Theatre)
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April 22, 2026 โ Philadelphia, PA (The Met)
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April 27, 2026 โ Toronto, ON (Massey Hall)
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May 1, 2026 โ Chicago, IL (Chicago Theatre)
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May 5, 2026 โ Minneapolis, MN (State Theatre)
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May 10, 2026 โ Denver, CO (Paramount Theatre)
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May 15, 2026 โ Seattle, WA (Paramount Theatre)
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May 19, 2026 โ Portland, OR (Keller Auditorium)
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May 23, 2026 โ San Francisco, CA (The Masonic)
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May 28, 2026 โ Los Angeles, CA (Dolby Theatre)
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June 2, 2026 โ Las Vegas, NV (The Pearl Concert Theater)
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June 6, 2026 โ Phoenix, AZ (Arizona Financial Theatre)
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June 10, 2026 โ Dallas, TX (Majestic Theatre)
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June 14, 2026 โ Houston, TX (Hobby Center)
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June 18, 2026 โ New Orleans, LA (Saenger Theatre)
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June 23, 2026 โ Miami, FL (James L. Knight Center)
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June 28, 2026 โ Orlando, FL (Dr. Phillips Center)
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July 3, 2026 โ Cleveland, OH (Playhouse Square)
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July 8, 2026 โ Pittsburgh, PA (Benedum Center)
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July 12, 2026 โ New York, NY (Radio City Music Hall)
What Fans Can Expect
Aside from the main performances, each tour stop will include a โUnity Circleโ โ a pre-show gathering where Leavitt will meet with fans, share behind-the-scenes stories, and invite local community members to discuss how to bring people together in todayโs divided climate.
Special guest appearances are expected throughout the tour, including folk singer-songwriter Mason Harland, country-pop rising star Emily Vance, and a few surprise cameos that Leavitt has been keeping tightly under wraps.
A Tour With a Cause
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit The Bridge Project, a non-profit organization that funds local community centers, music programs for youth, and mental health resources in underserved areas.
Leavitt explained,
โMusic is healing. And if we can raise money to help someone find a safe space, learn to play an instrument, or simply know theyโre not alone โ then this tour will have done its job.โ
Early Reaction
Within hours of the announcement, social media was buzzing with hashtags like #StayWithUsTour and #KarolineLive2026. Supporters praised her vulnerability and creativity, while skeptics expressed curiosity about whether a political figure could successfully navigate the music industry.
Tickets are set to go on sale September 20, 2025, with an exclusive presale for fan club members starting two days earlier.
Regardless of where one stands politically, itโs undeniable that Stay With Us: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Reunion Tour 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about events of the year โ a blend of melody, message, and the unexpected pairing of two women who prove that even the widest gaps can be bridged with a song.