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Judy Collins Sets 'Sweet Judy Blue Eyes' Farewell Tour to Start July 4, 2026

A multi-season capstone running into winter 2027 features select guest collaborators with a planned Celebration Encore.

Overview

  • Warm-up dates begin in June before the official kickoff at Colonial Williamsburg’s televised 'America Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together' celebration on July 4.
  • The itinerary spans North American cities through winter 2027, with more dates promised and ticketing available via Collins’ official channels.
  • Select performances will include guests Richard Thompson, the High Kings, Bruce Cockburn, Elles Bailey and Livingston Taylor, with additional collaborators to be announced.
  • The tour title nods to Crosby, Stills & Nash’s 1969 'Suite: Judy Blue Eyes,' written by Stephen Stills and inspired by Collins.
  • Following the main run, Collins plans a 'Sweet Judy Blue Eyes – Celebration Encore,' as the announcement comes ahead of her March 24 induction into the Folk American Roots Hall of Fame.