Eagles Announce Three Stadium Dates for 'The Long Goodbye, Act III' Tour

The Eagles have revealed three stadium performances for "The Long Goodbye, Act III," marking what could be among the final opportunities for media professionals to document one of rock's most enduring acts in major venue settings.

The trio of stadium shows will take place in May 2026, featuring the current Eagles lineup of Don Henley, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit, Vince Gill, and Deacon Frey, with Grammy-winning Tedeschi Trucks Band serving as special guests.

Media Coverage Opportunities

These stadium dates present significant coverage opportunities for music photographers and journalists. Baseball stadiums like Truist Park and Globe Life Field typically offer different photo pit configurations compared to traditional concert venues, while FirstBank Stadium provides a classic football stadium environment for live music documentation.

Given the Eagles' status as one of the best-selling acts in music history, with over 150 million albums sold worldwide and recent quadruple-diamond certification for "Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975," these performances are likely to generate substantial media interest. The band's touring history spans over 50 years with more than 1,000 concerts performed globally.

Tedeschi Trucks Band brings additional editorial value as a Grammy-winning act known for world-class musicianship. The 12-piece ensemble, led by Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, has sold out Madison Square Garden and performed over 20 nights at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Credential Planning Considerations

Media professionals should note that stadium shows often have different credential requirements and access protocols compared to arena performances. These venues typically accommodate larger media contingents but may have specific restrictions on equipment and positioning.

For those covering the Atlanta date, it's worth noting that MediaPasses currently has Eagles credentials available for their February 28 Sphere performance in Las Vegas, as well as the Atlanta Braves Ballpark Tour at Truist Park on the same date.

Next Steps for Media

Music journalists and photographers should begin monitoring credential availability through venue and promoter channels. Live Nation is presenting the tour, which may streamline the credential application process across all three dates.

Given the "Long Goodbye" tour branding, these performances may represent final opportunities to photograph and interview the Eagles in major stadium settings, making them particularly valuable for media archives and feature coverage.

Full Tour Schedule

• May 5 — Atlanta, GA · Truist Park

• May 9 — Nashville, TN · FirstBank Stadium at Vanderbilt University

• May 16 — Arlington, TX · Globe Life Field