Kehlani Announces World Tour With Durand Bernarr

Kehlani Announces Summer 2026 World Tour Featuring Grammy-Winning Friend Durand Bernarr

The multi-platinum singer-songwriter Kehlani is set to embark on her first global tour, the Kehlani World Tour, this summer, with Grammy-winning artist Durand Bernarr joining as a supporting act. The announcement was made on May 22, 2026, via a video teaser on Kehlani’s official Twitter account, where she playfully revealed the lineup while teasing upcoming tour dates.

A Historic Moment for Kehlani The tour comes on the heels of Kehlani’s recent Grammy Awards wins for Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song for her 2025 single "Folded." The track also made history by spending 17 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, tying with Future’s "Wait for U" (featuring Drake and Tems) for the longest-running No. 1 in that chart’s history. Kehlani, who has been active in music since 2009, previously won a Grammy nomination a decade ago, making this year’s victory particularly meaningful.

In her acceptance speech, Kehlani reflected on the journey, stating:

“I’ve never won anything before. This is a really crazy feeling. My first time being nominated for a Grammy was 10 years ago. It’s been a really long time, and nobody who has ever come along this journey with me—I take for granted.”

Tour Lineup and Upcoming Performances Beyond the world tour, Kehlani has a busy festival schedule in the coming weeks. On May 24, 2026, she will perform in Sunderland, UK, followed by an appearance at The Roots Picnic in Philadelphia on May 31. She is also confirmed for the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture, further solidifying her status as a leading voice in contemporary R&B.

Durand Bernarr, known for his own chart-topping hits, expressed excitement about joining the tour in a social media post:

“Now the road REALLY won’t turn me loose! I’m beyond excited to be joining my frennnnnnn on tour!!!! Thank you so much @kehlani for this opportunity and I guarantee it’s gonna be a dope experience! See y’all on the road.”

Additional supporting acts for the tour include Isaia Huron, TheARTI$t, Waseel, and GC Phoenix, though exact dates and venues remain under wraps. Fans are already eagerly awaiting the Ticketmaster link, which is expected to drop soon.

A New Era for Kehlani With her fifth studio album, Kehlani (2026), already available, the tour marks a significant milestone in her career. The album’s lead single, "Folded," has cemented her place in R&B history, and the world tour promises to bring her artistry to global audiences. As Kehlani continues to redefine the genre, her summer tour stands as a testament to her enduring influence and the growing demand for her live performances.

For now, details on ticket sales and specific tour dates remain confidential, but fans can follow Kehlani’s official channels for updates.