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Santana Concerts 2026-2027: Tour Schedule, Tickets and Cities
From Black Magic Woman to Smooth: a ticket guide for hearing Carlos Santana's guitar live.
Prepared by the FlyVentis editorial team and regularly reviewed for travel and event accuracy.
Who are Santana?
Santana is an American rock band founded in San Francisco in 1966 by Mexican-American guitarist Carlos Santana. Their 1969 Woodstock performance brought them to a mass audience, and the albums Santana, Abraxas and Santana III fused Latin rhythms with rock.
Black Magic Woman, Oye Como Va and Samba Pa Ti are among their classics. The 1999 album Supernatural, with Smooth and Maria Maria, reached a new generation and won multiple Grammys. The line-up has changed over the years, but Carlos Santana's guitar remains the band's constant identity.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Origin | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Members | Carlos Santana |
| Genre | Latin rock, rock, blues rock |
| Active | Since 1966 |
| Notable albums | Santana (1969), Abraxas (1970), Santana III (1971), Supernatural (1999), Shaman (2002) |
| Signature songs | Black Magic Woman, Oye Como Va, Smooth, Maria Maria |
Achievements and milestones
- Supernatural won multiple Grammys, including Album of the Year.
- The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.
- Their 1969 Woodstock performance is one of rock history's defining moments.
Percussion and guitar at a Santana night
A Santana concert weaves together long guitar solos, layered percussion and improvised passages. With many musicians on stage, central blocks facing the stage let you see the whole band.
Much of the audience dances and sings along, and the room lifts especially during Oye Como Va and Smooth.
Tour date or Las Vegas?
Tour dates play large arenas and amphitheatres; Las Vegas shows offer a more intimate room. It is easy to combine Las Vegas with a weekend away, but hotel prices rise at weekends.
Compare the total cost before deciding.
Santana upcoming dates
Four notes for Santana tickets
- Choose central blocks facing the stage to see the whole band.
- Confirm that a Las Vegas package includes main admission.
- Compare midweek hotel prices in Las Vegas.
- Pick a comfortable seat for the long improvised passages.
What to know before the show
- Long guitar solos are the heart of the night.
- Percussion sections get the room dancing.
- The line-up can change by tour.
- Never share your barcode.
Planning a trip to see Santana
Secure the official Santana ticket before booking a non-refundable flight. Aim to arrive no later than the day before the show and stay somewhere with a reliable late route back from the venue.
Compare at least two cities using the full cost of the ticket, flight, two nights of accommodation and post-show transport. A cheaper ticket can still produce the more expensive trip.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I see Santana concert dates?
The live section on this page shows current FlyVentis records. Confirm the date and venue before buying.
Is Santana a band or an artist?
Santana is the band founded and led by guitarist Carlos Santana; the name refers to both the band and Carlos Santana himself.
Why is the album Supernatural important?
Released in 1999, Supernatural brought the band to a new generation with Smooth and Maria Maria and won multiple Grammys.
