Phish Celebrate 100th MSG Show with New Year’s Eve Run

Phish will close out 2026 with a historic four-night stand at New York’s Madison Square Garden, culminating in their 100th performance at the legendary arena. The run begins December 30 and runs through January 2, 2027, offering fans a chance to celebrate the milestone alongside the band’s annual New Year’s Eve tradition.

The January 2 show will mark Phish’s 100th appearance at MSG, a venue they first played on December 30, 1994. Since then, the jam-band icons have become a staple of the New York live music scene, performing 17 New Year’s Eve runs at the Garden—including every year since 2010, with exceptions only for 2014 (Miami) and the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021. Their residency has included ambitious multi-night stands, such as the 13-show “Baker’s Dozen” in 2017 and a five-night run this past July, where each show paid tribute to a different year in Phish’s history.

The Road to 100

Phish’s connection to MSG runs deep. The band’s 100-show milestone is a rare achievement for any act, let alone one in the jam-band scene. To commemorate the occasion, Phish released a video featuring longtime MSG staff members reflecting on the band’s legacy at the venue. The video underscores the mutual admiration between Phish and the Garden, where their improvisational prowess and dedicated fanbase have turned each performance into a unique event.

This year’s New Year’s Eve run deviates slightly from tradition, starting on December 30 instead of the usual December 28. The adjustment was made to accommodate a New York Rangers hockey game on December 29, but the later start won’t dampen the celebration. Fans can expect the same high-energy performances, elaborate stage productions, and spontaneous jams that have defined Phish’s New Year’s Eve shows for decades.

Ticket Information

Tickets for the New Year’s Eve run are in high demand, but fans have several options to secure seats: - Pre-sale lottery: Open now through Monday, October 12, at 12:00 p.m. ET via Phish Ticketing. - General public sale: Begins Friday, October 16, at 12:00 p.m. ET via Ticketmaster. - Travel packages: A limited number of hotel-and-ticket bundles are available starting Thursday, October 8, at 12:00 p.m. ET through 100x Hospitality.

For those unable to attend the MSG shows, Phish will also perform a handful of headlining dates in October before heading to Mexico in late January for their annual Phish: Riviera Maya destination event.

Upcoming Phish Tour Dates

• October 2026
• 7: Richmond, VA @ Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
• 9: Jacksonville, FL @ VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
• 10-11: Huntsville, AL @ The Orion Amphitheater
• December 2026 – January 2027
• 30-31: New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden (New Year’s Eve Run)
• 1-2: New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden (100th show on Jan 2)
• January 2027
• 27-30: Riviera Cancun, MX @ Phish: Riviera Maya 2027

Why This Matters

Phish’s 100th MSG show is more than just a number—it’s a testament to the band’s enduring appeal and the loyalty of their fanbase. For over three decades, Phish has pushed the boundaries of live music, blending rock, jazz, and funk into extended improvisational jams that keep audiences coming back. Their New Year’s Eve runs at MSG have become a pilgrimage for fans, offering a chance to ring in the new year with one of the most dynamic live acts in music history.

Whether you’re a longtime “Phishhead” or a first-time attendee, this year’s run promises to be unforgettable. With the 100th show on the horizon, the stakes—and the excitement—have never been higher.