Phish schedules four New Year concerts to reach 100 MSG performances

American rock band Phish has announced a four-night New Year concert series at Madison Square Garden in New York City, scheduled from December 30, 2026, to January 2, 2027. Consequence, JamBase, and Jambands reported that the final performance on January 2, 2027, will mark the group's 100th concert at the venue. [1][4][5][8]

A ticket request period is currently active, according to Consequence. As FTMQ Music reported earlier, public ticket sales for the four-night residency will begin on October 16, 2026. [4][11]

Pollstar reported that Phish played their first show at Madison Square Garden on December 30, 1994. The venue run includes previous milestones such as 17 New Year's Eve celebrations and the 2017 Baker's Dozen residency. Spin reported that the band released a video featuring venue employees to celebrate their relationship with the arena. [1][2]

Phish was formed in Burlington, Vermont, in 1983. The lineup features lead vocalist and guitarist Trey Anastasio, bassist Mike Gordon, drummer Jon Fishman, and keyboardist Page McConnell. [1][9]