America

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Date
Friday, May 1
Event Starts
7:00 PM
Doors Open
One hour prior to showtime
Ticket Prices
$141 - $56 This event is using All-In Pricing. That means you'll see the cost of the ticket up front, including fees and taxes (if applicable). Ticket prices are subject to change.
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America

Showings

Fri. May 1, 2026 7:00 PM Buy Tickets

Event Details

America, the perennial classic-rock favorite formed in 1970, continues to deliver its timeless songs with powerful performances. Following last year’s 55th-anniversary tour, the band now turns its sights to the upcoming Happy Trails Tour 2026.

Originally formed in London in the late 1960s, the group harmonized their way to the top of the charts with their signature track “A Horse With No Name.” With that global breakthrough, America became a household name, going on to release an impressive string of hits that have stood the test of time.

After decades of touring and recording, founding member Gerry Beckley retired from the road in 2023, marking the end of an era while the band’s music continues to resonate with audiences everywhere.

Group Opportunities

Group Discounts at Van Wezel!

Bring 10 or more and enjoy exclusive savings! Perfect for: Churches, Corporate Outings, Families, Fundraising Organizations, Social Groups, Schools & Scouts, Girls' Night Out, Meet-ups & More!

Group Perks:

10% off most performances (Sections A, B & C)
20% off for student groups (Sections B & C)
Personal concierge to assist with your event
Easy motor coach access for parking & loading
On-site dining available for select performances

Contact Pam Foster, Group Sales Coordinator

CALL (941) 263-6726

EMAIL: pamela.foster@sarasotafl.gov

Reserve Your Seats: A 10% deposit is required to hold group seating. The balance is due 45 days before the performance.

Accessible Services

For the Hearing Impaired

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is the first theater in Sarasota to install the revolutionary Hearing Loop System for those who suffer from hearing loss, thanks to financial support from Sertoma Sarasota. The hearing loop is the only system that transmits performers' voices from a microphone directly into a hearing aids or cochlear implants equipped with telecoils, allowing wearers to use hearing aids as wireless loudspeakers. This system complements the existing Sennheiser Infrared Listening System. Wireless headsets can be used at any seat in the auditorium and are available in both the Main and Bayside Lobbies. Sign language interpreters are available upon request through the box office.

Patrons in Wheelchairs or with Mobility Issues

Patrons in wheelchairs may enter through automatic doors in both Main and Bayside lobbies on ground level (no stairs). Accessible parking is available on the circle in front of the building and in the main parking lot. Cars must have necessary identification to qualify for these special arrangements. Patrons with mobility issues can be accommodated in restrooms off both lobbies. There is a wheelchair on the premises for emergency use, thanks to the generosity of Easter Seals.