Nintendo has officially opened ticket sales for The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert, a live orchestral tour that will carry four decades of the franchise’s celebrated music to audiences across North America, Europe, and Australia throughout 2027. The tour, launched to mark the series’ 40th anniversary, begins selling tickets for many venues on Sept. 30 at 12 p.m. local time, giving fans the opportunity to hear the sweeping themes that have defined one of gaming’s most enduring franchises performed by a full orchestra in a grand live setting.
The announcement arrives during a period of turbulence for the games industry, yet it underscores a thriving market for video game music. With ongoing tours and one-off events celebrating beloved franchises such as Final Fantasy, Sonic, Persona, and World of Warcraft, live orchestral performances have become a way for fans to enjoy their passion for games while experiencing them as a form of cultural event. Nintendo’s entry into this space marks the latest major franchise to receive the treatment.
A Global Tour Across 2027
The tour will span a variety of venues across three continents, with the itinerary kicking off in North America on Feb. 22 in Chicago, followed by a European stop on April 3 in London, and an Australian performance on May 13 in Melbourne. Tickets for many of these venues go on sale Sept. 30 at 12 p.m. local time, though a handful of locations will follow a different schedule. Tickets for certain cities, including Boston, Houston, and Seattle, will be released on dates yet to be announced.
According to the concert tour’s official site, the tour’s footprint may expand further. “Additional concerts in France, Germany, Italy and Spain are currently being planned, with details and additional cities to be announced in the near future,” the site stated. A separate Japan leg of the tour is also scheduled to begin on Jan. 23.
A Retrospective Setlist and Unannounced Pricing
Fans can expect a rich mix of melodies drawn from throughout the series’ history, spanning from the original Legend of Zelda released in 1986 all the way up to modern favorites such as 2023’s Tears of the Kingdom. The setlist promises to trace the musical evolution of the franchise across four decades, pairing nostalgic themes with more recent compositions.
Official pricing has not yet been revealed, and it is expected to vary significantly by venue. For a point of reference, seats on the Japan leg of the tour will roughly range from $76 to $114, offering a benchmark for what attendees might anticipate elsewhere.
“Additional concerts in France, Germany, Italy and Spain are currently being planned, with details and additional cities to be announced in the near future.”
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert official site
The timing of the tour is particularly notable given Nintendo’s upcoming slate. We wouldn’t be surprised if these shows devote significant attention to Ocarina of Time, the beloved entry that will be remade for Nintendo Switch 2 on Nov. 5. That remake will feature fully symphonic, orchestrated arrangements of Koji Kondo’s original compositions, making it a natural centerpiece for a concert celebrating the franchise’s musical legacy. Whether attendees will be permitted to bring their own electric ocarina to join in the fun remains unclear, though bringing one to the venue is probably not advisable. With most concert dates falling several months after the game’s launch, players will have ample time to practice their tunes regardless.
Looking Ahead
As the Sept. 30 ticket sale approaches, fans are encouraged to monitor the concert tour’s official site for updates on additional cities, pricing, and any changes to the schedule. With the tour spanning multiple continents and potential expansion into new European markets, the Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert positions itself as one of the year’s most anticipated video game music events, offering a chance to celebrate four decades of one of gaming’s most beloved franchises in an unforgettable live format.
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