Square Enix has announced some dates for the first half of 2026, where you can catch their concert series: “Distant Worlds: music from Final Fantasy – Celebrating Final Fantasy XIV and XVI“. Under the direction of legendary maestro Arnie Roth and performed by a full symphony orchestra and chorus, these legendary scores will be brought to life. Joining them in select cities is Amanda Achen, the original vocalist from Final Fantasy XIV & XVI! Plus, enjoy iconic works by Nobuo Uematsu, Masashi Hamauzu, Yoko Shimomura, and other legendary composers from throughout the Final Fantasy series.

This special concert includes an HD video created by Square Enix specifically for this tour. In select cities only, a limited number of VIP Meet & Greet tickets will be available! VIP tickets include admission to a post-concert meet-and-greet with conductor Arnie Roth and vocalist Amanda Achen, plus an autograph and photo opportunity.

The dates of the conerts can be found below:

Baltimore

Friday, January 2, 2026 – 8:00 PM

Saturday, January 3, 2026 – 8:00 PM

Meyerhoff Symphony Hall

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Las Vegas

Saturday, January 24, 2026 – 8:00 PM

The Smith Center

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Toronto

Friday, January 30, 2026 – 8:00 PM

Saturday, January 31, 2026 – 8:00 PM

Meridian Hall

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Greensboro

Saturday, February 7, 2026 – 7:30 PM

Tanger Center for the Performing Arts

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San Francisco

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – 7:30 PM

Davies Symphony Hall

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Philadelphia

Saturday, March 21, 2026 – 8:00 PM

Academy of Music

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Indianapolis

Saturday, March 28, 2026 – 7:30 PM

Hilbert Circle Theatre

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Nashville

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 – 7:30 PM

Thursday, April 2, 2026 – 7:30 PM

Schermerhorn Symphony Center

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Montreal

Sunday, May 17, 2026 – 3:00 PM

Place des Arts

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Denver

Friday, June 26, 2026 – 7:30 PM

Saturday, June 27, 2026 – 7:30 PM

Boettcher Concert Hall

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Orlando

Friday, July 10, 2026 – 8:00 PM

Saturday, July 11, 2026 – 8:00 PM

Dr. Phillips Center