Ariana Grande is preparing to hit the road next year — but she’s already warning fans that they shouldn’t expect her to stay on tour mode for long. The pop superstar, actor, and Wicked lead opened up about her future plans during a recent appearance on Good Hang with Amy Poehler, where she revealed that the Eternal Sunshine Tour may mark the end of a major chapter in her career… at least for a while.
Grande, who has spent the past several years balancing music with ambitious film and beauty projects, didn’t hold back when discussing how her next short run of shows in 2026 may be her last for the foreseeable future. “I think the first, the last, 10 or 15 years will look very different to the ones that are coming up,” she explained, offering a rare glimpse into how dramatically her priorities may shift.
Despite that, she made a point to balance honesty with optimism. “And I don’t want to say any definitive things…I’m very excited to do this small tour, but I think it might not happen again for a long, long, long, long time. So I’m going to give it my all and it’s going to be beautiful and I’m so grateful…I think that’s why I’m doing it because I’m like, one last hurrah,” she said.
Amy Poehler, ever the comedic voice of reason, gently reminded her with a classic “never say never,” prompting Ariana to quickly backtrack just enough to avoid panic. “For now,” she clarified, before insisting, “No, no, no, I’m not,” reaffirming that while she doesn’t want to close the door completely, she’s also not committing to another major tour anytime soon.
What followed was a thoughtful conversation about creative evolution — a topic both Ariana and Amy agreed is essential for longevity in entertainment. As Grande put it, stepping away at times can actually enrich her artistry. “You are able to do better by that art form because you’re appreciative and really able to feel present in it,” she added. For someone who has navigated intense public scrutiny, blockbuster albums, and now a major movie musical, taking pauses may be less a retreat and more a recalibration.
The potential “one last hurrah” framing has, unsurprisingly, set the internet into early mourning — but it’s also reflective of the larger shift occurring in Grande’s life. The transition from global-touring pop phenomenon to multifaceted entertainment force is already well underway. Between filming both Wicked movies, releasing Eternal Sunshine, and steering her R.E.M. Beauty brand, Grande has been moving with intention toward a more balanced, expansive creative identity.
