Derek Hough Goes Viral: What Happened and Why Fans Can’t Stop Talking

Derek Hough is back in the spotlight with two headline-making announcements: a blockbuster 40-city “Symphony of Dance: Encore” tour and the imminent arrival of his first child with wife and dance partner Hayley Erbert. High-Energy Tour Returns in Summer 2026 The six-time “Dancing with the Stars” champion turned judge revealed that his new stage spectacle will run June 24–Aug 16, 2026, sweeping from California to Florida. Co-created with Emmy-winning choreographers Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo, the show promises arena-level production, genre-blending choreography (ballroom, tap, salsa, hip-hop) and exclusive VIP meet-and-greets. Presale opens Nov 12 followed by general on-sale Nov 14 at DerekHough.com. Key tour stops • El Cajon, CA – June 24 • Salt Lake City, UT – June 26–27 • Denver, CO – June 28 • Chicago, IL – July 10 • Boston, MA – July 24 • Las Vegas, NV – Aug 16 (Full itinerary listed on the official site.) A Baby on the Way After Heartbreak The tour news lands as Hough and Erbert enter the final weeks of pregnancy. Last year the couple shared a miscarriage story through a raw contemporary routine on “DWTS.” Now Erbert’s viral sunflower-themed video about finding light in darkness has fans celebrating their rainbow baby and the pair’s resilience. What This Means for Fans • Fresh content for Hough’s 6 M social followers as rehearsal clips, nursery updates and tour teasers overlap. • Increased demand for summer tickets—historically, his tours sell out early. • Cross-promotion with the 2026 “DWTS Live” road show, keeping ballroom buzz high year-round. Bottom Line Between fatherhood and a record-setting tour schedule, 2026 is shaping up as Derek Hough’s busiest—and most joyful—year yet. Secure seats now and watch for baby news any day.