Paul Simon Returns to Prague for Historic Concert Series

Legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon has commenced his European tour with a series of intimate performances in Prague, marking a significant return to the stage after a seven-year hiatus from performing.

The series of concerts, titled A Quiet Celebration Tour, is taking place at the Prague Congress Centre. The tour follows a previously successful and critically acclaimed run of shows across the United States.

Prague Residency and Reception

Simon is scheduled for three performances at the Prague Congress Centre on April 9, April 10, and April 12, 2026. The first of these shows took place on April 9, 2026, where the artist received applause and respect from the audience, according to reporting from Novinky.

The Prague engagement serves as the kickoff for the 2026 European leg of the tour, bringing the intimate concert series to the region for the first time in several years.

European Tour Schedule

Following the conclusion of the Prague residency, Paul Simon will continue his tour across Europe, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The upcoming itinerary includes multiple dates in several major cities:

• Berlin: April 15 and April 16, 2026, at the Uber Eats Music Hall.
• Copenhagen: April 18 and April 19, 2026, at the Falconer Centre.
• Amsterdam: April 22, April 24, and April 25, 2026, at AFAS Live.
• Brussels: April 27, April 28, and April 30, 2026, at BOZAR.
• Paris: May 3 and May 4, 2026, at Grand Rex.
• Liverpool: May 7, 2026, at the M&S Bank Arena.
• Glasgow: May 9 and May 10, 2026, at the Armadillo.
• London: May 13 and May 14, 2026, at the Royal Albert Hall, followed by May 17 and May 18, 2026, at the London Palladium.

Career Context

The current tour represents a return to live performance for Simon after a seven-year period of absence from the stage. The A Quiet Celebration Tour is characterized by its intimate nature, moving away from larger arena spectacles in favor of a more focused concert experience.

The Prague shows have been highlighted in local media as a homecoming for the legend’s music, with Seznam Zprávy noting the significance of Simon performing The Sound of Silence during this run.