News & Updates
Grammy Award Winning Reggae Artist Buju Banton Announces His First-Ever US Arena Tour
span style="page:WordSection1">Following the resounding success of two sold-out shows at the prestigious UBS arena in Long Island, New York, Buju Banton, the legendary Grammy award-winning reggae artist, is proud to announce his inaugural Arena Tour, "The Overcomer." Buju Banton, backed by Shiloh Band, captivated fans with a thrilling 90-minute performance over the weekend that showcased his unmatched talent and energy, cementing his status as the first reggae artist to achieve such record-breaking ticket sales in two days.
FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN RETURNS TO HARTFORD
WWE is back! Bringing Friday Night Smackdown to Hartford’s XL Center on December 13 at 6:45 PM! See all your favorite superstars from Friday Night Smackdown including “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, LA Knight, Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, Bayley, and many more!*
Tickets go on sale exclusively at XLCenter.com on July 26th at 10 AM. For more info, visit XLCenter.com. Tickets will not be sold at the Ticket Office during the pre-sale or on sale dates for WWE. Tickets will only be sold online.
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Sabrina Carpenter Short n’ Sweet Tour Tour at the XL Center on October 2
Today, singer/songwriter Sabrina Carpenter announces her upcoming North American headlining Arena tour, The Short n’ Sweet Tour, which kicks off September 23rd in Columbus. The 29 date tour will hit cities across the US and Canada including New York, Los Angeles, Nashville, Toronto, Austin, Hartford, and more. Amaarae, Griff and Declan McKenna will be supporting Sabrina on this tour. The Short n’ Sweet Tour will make a stop in Hartford at the XL Center on October 2 with Amaarae. Sabrina has partnered with PLUS1 on this tour to launch the Sabrina Carpenter Fund, which will support the well-being of people and animals, including national and local organizations working on the issues of mental health, animal welfare, and support for the LGBTQ+ community.
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Katt Williams Announces Heaven on Earth Tour Coming to the XL Center On May 17, 2025
On the heels of his explosive Netflix comedy special, WOKE FOKE, critically acclaimed comedian Katt Williams announces the HEAVEN ON EARTH TOUR. Produced by North American Entertainment Group, the upcoming tour with new material kicks off in January 2025, making stops across the U.S., including the XL Center on May 17, 2025.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party Returns to Hartford
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party returns to Hartford on September 14-15! Fans of all ages will experience the thrill of watching their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in the DARK! This one-of-a-kind show will visit the XL Center for 3 epic performances!
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Chris Tomlin’s “Holy Forever World Tour” Adds 18 New Cities Including Hartford
Chris Tomlin, a Pollstar ‘Top 10 Worldwide Tour’ headliner and one of the most successful Christian touring artists today, has added a second leg this fall to his Holy Forever World Tour due to the tremendous response for the global tour set to launch April 18. The first leg includes Chris’ first headline tour overseas in more than a decade as the Grammy award winner is set to perform concerts across the U.S. and globally, including England, Ireland, Netherlands, Germany and Hungary. The second leg will add 18 concerts to the calendar beginning October 18. Chris Tomlin will perform at the XL Center in Hartford, CT on October 23. Ticket pre-sales begin Monday, March 25th at ChrisTomlin.com. Sibling trio CAIN and Grammy-nominated artist Tauren Wells will join Tomlin for various runs of the tour.
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Romeo Santos Joins Aventura for a Final Tour "Cerrando Ciclos" with a Stop in Hartford on May 27
The iconic King of Bachata, Romeo Santos, has announced an exciting reunion with his acclaimed group Aventura for a special tour across the United States, titled "Cerrando Ciclos". This historic tour will mark the last time Romeo Santos and Aventura will join forces on stage, offering fans a unique opportunity to relive the hits that defined an era in Latin music.
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Feid Announces His World Tour Ferxxocalipsis 2024 is Coming!
Feid, the Colombian musical phenomenon is unleashing the FerxxoCalipsis Tour 2024, a groundbreaking musical journey that promises to showcase his energy, dynamic stage presence and hit songs, solidifying his position as a power player in the Latin music scene.
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Los Tigres Del Norte at the XL Center
Los Tigres Del Norte are preparing to receive the biggest and most exciting roar that a musical group can have at this time, and this will be possible thanks to the tour coming to the XL Center from the group that you thought you had seen it all…. LOS TIGRES DEL NORTE.
Read MoreXL Center Joins Oak View Group’s Supplier Diversity Program to Strengthen and Broaden Business Opportunities for Traditionally Underrepresented Groups
World-Class Sports and Entertainment Venues Participating in the Program Include XL Center, Climate Pledge Arena, UBS Arena, Moody Center, and Miami Beach Convention Center
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USA Gymnastics’ Core Hydration Classic Heads to Hartford in 2024
The pathway to the Paris Olympics will run through Hartford, Connecticut, when the country’s leading women’s gymnasts compete at the Core Hydration Classic May 17-18 at the XL Center.
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Global Icon Nicki Minaj Reveals Details For Highly Anticipated Pink Friday 2 World Tour
The one and only Queen of Hip-Hop Nicki Minaj has officially announced the dates and venues on her worldwide outing in 2024, Nicki Minaj Presents: Pink Friday 2 World Tour. The Barbz have eagerly anticipated her touring return with headline arena shows in North America and Europe, including festival appearances at Rolling Loud California and Dreamville Festival. Her largest tour to date, the full routing and global ticketing information can be found below. Minaj originally shared news of her tour on social media teasing the announcement along with the release of her new album Pink Friday 2, out everywhere now.
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