Adam Sandler is set to return to his hometown next month to bring jokes and songs to the SNHU Arena as part of a North American tour with 15 stops.
The star of “Happy Gilmore” and “The Wedding Singer” will perform alongside a “surprise guest,” at the Saturday, Oct. 22 show, according to a news release.
Tickets, which start at $39.50, go on sale at noon on Friday.
The tour starts the day before in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He will also make stops in Boston and Connecticut.
Sandler, 56, who grew up in Manchester’s North End and graduated from Manchester High School Central in 1984, has been known to be spotted around the Queen City during visits.
In 2019, Sandler filmed a “60 Minutes” piece at his childhood home. The report also featured scenes in the Puritan Backroom, where Sandler worked in the ice cream parlor.
In the meantime, the Red Arrow Diner on Lowell Street has been trying to lure Sandler back in celebration of its 100th anniversary.
In 2018, “100% Fresh” was released on Netflix, which was Sandler’s first comedy special in 20 years and was filmed during his last concert tour, according to the news release.
His latest film, “Hustle”, was released on Netflix in June. Sandler is also known for his time on “Saturday Night Live.” Sandler’s films have grossed over $3 billion worldwide.
Sandler spoke at the Central High graduation held at SNHU Arena in 2010.
Visit SNHUArena.com for more information or to purchase tickets.
