LANDAU EUGENE MURPHY JR. BRINGS HOLIDAY MAGIC BACK WITH HIS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TOUR!
~Sponsored by West Virginia Adult Education, the holiday tradition returns with new tour stops, including, for the first time, Florida, and the annual Kids Joy Toy Drive!~
The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without a little Sinatra, a lot of soul, and the unmistakable voice of Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.! The season six winner of NBC TV’s America’s Got Talent is bringing back his 16th annual “Home For The Holidays” tour this December, continuing a festive tradition that has become a seasonal favorite for fans and families.
With an exciting lineup of performances spanning multiple markets, including for the first time Florida, this year’s tour promises another heartwarming celebration filled with timeless Christmas classics, Great American Songbook favorites, and Landau’s signature smooth vocals, backed by his talented Landau Little Big Band. Joining Landau on the Christmas tour is this year’s American Idol standout Livy Spino (Livy: LIV-ee Spino: SPEE-no (rhymes with “we know”), whose powerhouse vocals, infectious personality and Golden Ticket-winning audition captivated audiences nationwide.
Continuing the spirit of generosity, Landau’s annual Kids Joy Toy Drive is back and accepting new toy donations! Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a new toy to their selected show to help brighten the holidays for children and families in need. Donations can also be made at the Amazon Gift List. The initiative reflects Landau’s ongoing commitment to giving back and sharing the joy of the season with his community.
“I love that this tour has become a holiday tradition for so many people,” said Landau. “Every year, I look forward to seeing familiar faces, meeting new fans, and sharing the music that makes Christmas so special. And with the Kids Joy Toy Drive, we can do something meaningful together and help put smiles on children’s faces. That’s what the holidays are all about!”
Presented by West Virginia Adult Education (WV Adult Ed) and its “Never Too Late to Graduate” campaign, this year’s tour celebrates the magic of the holidays while inspiring audiences to pursue their own dreams. As a proud spokesperson for WVAE and an adult-ed graduate himself, Landau continues to inspire others to achieve their educational goals. WV Adult Ed representatives will be present at select tour stops, offering free information and resources to individuals interested in earning their high school equivalency diploma.
“Home For The Holidays” is more than a concert tour. It’s a tradition built around music, family, community, and giving back. Year after year, Landau looks forward to reconnecting with audiences, spreading Christmas cheer, and helping make the season brighter for those who need it most.
Tickets for Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.’s “Home For The Holidays” tour are available at landaumurphyjr.com/events and through individual venue websites.
Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.’s 16th Annual 2026 Home For The Holidays Tour will include stops, including:
· Tuesday, December 1st – Christmas Parade of Lights, Huntington, WV (free event)
· Friday, December 4th – Alban Arts Center, St. Albans, WV (Home for the Holidays with Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. - ALBAN ARTS CENTER - St. Albans, WV)
· Saturday, December 5th - Blue Bamboo Jazz Club, Orlando, FL (Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.)
· Sunday, December 6th - Heidi's Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach, FL – 2 shows (Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite)
· Saturday, December 12th – Private show, Charleston, WV
· Friday, December 18th - Metropolitan Theatre, Morgantown, WV ()
· Monday, December 21st – Lincoln Theater, New Martinsville, WV (New Martinsville, WV - 2026 Home For The Holidays Show | Landau)
About West Virginia Adult Education
West Virginia Adult Education helps adults pursue educational opportunities and achieve their academic goals. Through its “Never Too Late to Graduate” campaign, WV Adult Ed encourages individuals to earn their high school equivalency diploma and take steps toward a brighter future. Landau Eugene Murphy Jr., an adult education graduate himself, proudly serves as a spokesperson, sharing his personal journey to inspire others to recognize that it is never too late to graduate.
About Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.
Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. is the soul-and-Sinatra-singing sensation who rose to national fame as the season six winner of NBC TV’s America’s Got Talent. His debut album, That’s Life, spent several weeks atop the Billboard Jazz charts and reached the Top 40 overall. He has since released four additional well-received albums, including I’m Not Messing Around, his first full-length album of all-original material, featuring songs written or co-written by Landau and producer Rob Hegel.
An internationally touring artist, Landau has performed hundreds of concerts, appeared on network television, earned an NAACP Image Award nomination, and penned an Amazon #1 bestselling memoir. Beyond music, he is a passionate advocate for adult education after earning his high school equivalency diploma decades after leaving school. Through his performances and community initiatives, including the annual Kids Joy Toy Drive, Landau continues to use his platform to entertain, inspire, and give back. For more information, tour dates, and updates, visit www.landaumurphyjr.com.
About Livy Spino:
Olivia “Livy” Spino is a dynamic young country music artist from Morgantown, WV who made a memorable national debut on Season 24 of ABC’s American Idol. Her spirited rendition of Carrie Underwood’s “Love Wins” wowed judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, earning three unanimous yes votes and a coveted Golden Ticket to Hollywood. First gaining attention through videos of herself singing while working at Texas Roadhouse, Livy turned an everyday job into a springboard for pursuing her musical dreams. With her infectious personality, relatable charm and passion for performing, she quickly won over audiences and is now taking her music beyond the American Idol stage.
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