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Bruno Mars just delivered an unforgettable opening night for The Romantic Tour in Las Vegas. The 26-song setlist spanned every era of his 15-year career, blending classics with tracks from his latest album ‘The Romantic.’ Fans packed Allegiant Stadium to witness an explosive career-spanning celebration.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Tour Launch: April 10, 2026 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada
- Album: ‘The Romantic’ debuted at No. 1 on Billboard 200, his first chart-topping album since 2012
- Ticket Records: SetLive Nation record for largest single-day sales and Ticketmaster record of 2.1 million tickets sold
- Tour Scale: Nearly 80 dates across North America, Europe, and the UK through October 2026
The Romantic Tour Opening Night Sets Vegas on Fire
Bruno Mars returned to touring in massive fashion after nearly a decade away from the stage. His two-hour-plus performance at Allegiant Stadium marked the official launch of The Romantic Tour, his first stadium tour as a headliner. The 40-year-old entertainer delivered a captivating show alongside his band, the Hooligans, with 12-piece ensemble backing the entire performance.
Mars opened with ‘Risk It All,’ the fourth-charting single from his new album that peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. The energy never stopped as he powered through non-stop hits, dancing in perfect lockstep with his musicians and commanding the stadium floor with electric presence and sweat-soaked headbands.
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A Career-Spanning Setlist Balancing Old and New Hits
The 26-song setlist masterfully balanced early career classics with current smashes. ‘Just the Way You Are’ and ‘Marry You’ paired smoothly alongside ‘I Just Might,’ his No. 1 hit from ‘The Romantic.’ The setlist included ‘Uptown Funk,’ his 11-times-platinum collaboration with Mark Ronson that spent 14 weeks at No. 1.
The opening portion featured ‘Cha Cha Cha,’ ‘Treasure,’ and ‘God Was Showing Off’ from various album eras. A Low Rider Medley included ‘Oh Girl,’ ‘Miss You,’ ‘Everything,’ and ‘Wannabe,’ showcasing Mars’ arranging talents and musical depth. The romantic soul section delivered ‘Something Serious,’ ‘Marry You,’ and ‘Die With a Smile.’
The Romantic Tour Opening Night Setlist – All 26 Songs
The Vegas kickoff revealed the complete night one setlist for The Romantic Tour:
| Song Order | Song Title | Album Era |
| 1 | Risk It All | The Romantic |
| 2 | Cha Cha Cha | The Romantic |
| 3 | Treasure | Unorthodox Jukebox |
| 4 | God Was Showing Off | The Romantic |
| 5 | I Just Might | The Romantic |
| 6 | Why You Wanna Fight | The Romantic |
| 7 | Low Rider Medley | Cover/Arrangement |
| 8 | Something Serious | The Romantic |
| 9 | Blast Off | Silk Sonic (Collab) |
| 10 | Smoking Out the Window | Silk Sonic (Collab) |
| 11 | Marry You | Doo-Wops & Hooligans |
| 12 | Die With a Smile | Lady Gaga Cover |
| 13 | It Will Rain | Unorthodox Jukebox |
| 14 | Talking to the Moon | Doo-Wops & Hooligans |
| 15 | When I Was Your Man | Unorthodox Jukebox |
| 16 | Just the Way You Are | Doo-Wops & Hooligans |
| 17 | On My Soul | The Romantic |
| 18 | 24K Magic | 24K Magic |
| 19 | Perm | 24K Magic |
| 20 | That’s What I Like | 24K Magic |
| 21 | 777 | Silk Sonic (Collab) |
| 22 | Fly as Me | Silk Sonic (Collab) |
| 23 | Leave the Door Open | Silk Sonic (Collab) |
| 24 | Locked Out of Heaven | Unorthodox Jukebox |
| 25 | Uptown Funk | 14x Platinum Hit |
| 26 | Dance With Me | The Romantic |
“Songs spanning his early days like ‘Just the Way You Are’ and ‘Marry You’ paired smoothly with current smash ‘I Just Might’ and opener ‘Risk It All,’ while pal Anderson .Paak sauntered out for a groovy quartet of Silk Sonic tunes.”
— USA TODAY, Performance Review from Las Vegas Opening Night
Anderson .Paak Joins for Silk Sonic Classics and Special Guests Support
Anderson .Paak appeared as DJ Pee .Wee to perform Silk Sonic classics during the Vegas kickoff show. The duo delivered four Silk Sonic tracks, including ‘Blast Off,’ ‘777,’ ‘Fly as Me,’ and ‘Leave the Door Open.’ The 2021 collaborative album had become critically acclaimed, making these moments fan favorites.
The Vegas show featured Leon Thomas as the opening act for this leg of the tour. Other openers include Victoria Monét for European dates and RAYE for late summer and fall North American shows through October 2026.
What Makes the Romantic Tour Setlist Iconic?
The 26-song setlist cleverly balances three distinct acts. The first act features The Romantic tracks from his latest album, showcasing current chart success. The second act transitions into romantic soul ballads that remind fans why Mars became a superstar. The final act builds energy with funk-infused bangers and Silk Sonic collaborations.
This three-part structure ensures 80 upcoming tour dates deliver maximum variety across North America, Europe, and the UK. The setlist’s success at opening night proves Mars selected the perfect songs to maintain crowd energy while honoring every era of his 15-year catalog.
Sources
- USA TODAY – Complete setlist and performance review from Las Vegas opening night
- The Arizona Republic – Full setlist details and album chart performance data
- Consequence of Sound – Tour dates, collaborators, and career-spanning performance analysis
