Foreigner Celebrates 50 Years with Orchestral Las Vegas Residency at The Venetian

Legendary rock band Foreigner is making headlines once again, not for ending their touring days—but for reinventing them. The iconic group has announced a brand-new residency at The Venetian Theater on the Las Vegas Strip, titled “Foreigner: The Hits Orchestral”, scheduled for March 6, 7, 11, 13, and 14, 2026.

This residency will mark the band’s 50th anniversary, offering fans a fresh take on their greatest hits, this time accompanied by a 20-piece orchestra. The orchestral performances will be conducted by Dave Eggar, a Julliard-trained cello virtuoso known for his collaborations with artists such as Coldplay, Paul Simon, Amy Winehouse, and Beyoncé. Eggar will be joined by his long-time arranging partner Chuck Palmer, adding a new dimension to Foreigner’s iconic sound.

The decision to return to Vegas follows the band’s extended “Historic Farewell Tour,” which was originally supposed to conclude in March 2024, but continued with additional dates through November 2025, including a 16-show run at The Venetian Theater.

Despite the “farewell” branding, Foreigner appears far from ready to exit the stage. In fact, the orchestral residency marks a creative pivot rather than a goodbye. The group is embracing a new musical format that both honors their history and reinvents their classics for longtime fans and new audiences alike.

The show promises symphonic renditions of hits like “Juke Box Hero,” “Hot Blooded,” and “I Want to Know What Love Is,” bringing a grand, emotionally resonant layer to Foreigner’s already legendary catalog.

With this orchestral residency, Foreigner isn’t just extending their farewell—they’re reimagining their future in live music.