Miley Cyrus Announces “Endless Summer Vacation” Tour and Drops Intimate Documentary Teaser
LOS ANGELES – In a whirlwind 24 hours that sent her fanbase, the “Smilers,” into a frenzy, global superstar Miley Cyrus has delivered not one, but two monumental pieces of news, effectively marking the triumphant next chapter of her “Endless Summer Vacation” era. The announcement of a massive global tour was swiftly followed by the surprise reveal of an intimate Disney+ documentary special, offering an unprecedented look at the creation of her critically acclaimed album.
The breaking news began on Cyrus’s social media platforms, where she posted a vibrant, retro-themed graphic with the simple caption, “ENDLESS SUMMER VACATION TOUR. Presale starts next week. Link in bio.” The tour, her first major run of dates since 2014’s “Bangerz Tour,” is slated to hit stadiums and arenas across North America and Europe throughout the summer and fall of 2024.
Industry insiders are already hailing it as one of the most anticipated tours of the year. “Cyrus has undergone a profound artistic and public metamorphosis since her last tour,” says music critic and author, Dr. Eliza Sterling. “The ‘Bangerz Tour’ was a spectacle of shock and awe, a performance art piece deconstructing her Disney persona. The ‘Endless Summer Vacation Tour’ promises something different: the confident, nuanced performance of an artist who is not fighting against a past image but is wholly comfortable in her own skin, celebrating a album about self-discovery and peace. It’s a victory lap.”
The tour announcement alone would have been enough to dominate entertainment headlines, but Cyrus had more in store. Mere hours later, she released a trailer for “Miley Cyrus – Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)”, a Disney+ special premiering next month.
The trailer, which can be viewed is a stark contrast to the high-energy tour promo. It’s soft, intimate, and emotionally charged. Filmed in a seemingly casual backyard setting with string lights and a small band, it features raw, powerful performances of hits from the album, including the Grammy-winning “Flowers.” Interspersed with the music are black-and-white behind-the-scenes moments of Cyrus in the studio, laughing, crying, and deep in conversation, seemingly narrating her own journey.
“This album came from a place of realizing that my home is within myself,” Cyrus is heard saying in a voiceover in the trailer. “A vacation is a state of mind. It’s not about running away; it’s about arriving at yourself.”
This one-two punch of announcements showcases the two sides of Miley Cyrus: the global, chart-topping powerhouse capable of selling out stadiums, and the reflective, vulnerable songwriter seeking a genuine connection with her audience.
The news has ignited a firestorm of reactions across social media platforms. On Twitter, #EndlessSummerVacationTour quickly became a worldwide trending topic.
One fan, @MileyDailyNews, tweeted: “A TOUR AND A DOCUMENTARY ON THE SAME DAY? MY HEART CAN’T TAKE THIS. SHE’S FEEDING US A FIVE-STAR MEAL.” Another user, @AdamReacts, highlighted the emotional depth: “The trailer for the Backyard Sessions has me in tears. Her vulnerability is her greatest strength.”
The official Instagram account for the Grammy Awards commented on her tour post: “The Grammy Award-winning song ‘Flowers’ live?! We can’t wait! 👏👏”
The strategic partnership with Disney+ is particularly poignant. It marks a full-circle moment for Cyrus, whose career was launched on the Disney Channel with Hannah Montana. Returning to the Disney platform not as a character, but as her fully realized, authentic self, underscores her complete ownership of her narrative. A source close to the production shared, “This isn’t a tell-all. It’s a ‘show-all.’ It’s about the music and the process. She wanted to pull back the curtain on the joy and the pain that fueled this record. It’s incredibly personal.”
The Endless Summer Vacation album, released earlier this year, was met with universal critical praise for its mature blend of disco, rock, and country influences, and its lyrical themes of liberation, self-love, and resilience. Lead single “Flowers” broke numerous streaming records, debuting at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and staying there for an impressive run, becoming an instant anthem of independence.
This dual announcement solidifies Cyrus’s position not just as a hitmaker, but as a enduring and evolving artist. She is offering fans both the communal, explosive experience of a live concert and the private, introspective experience of a documentary. In doing so, Miley Cyrus isn’t just promoting an album; she’s inviting the world to understand the journey behind the music, proving that her most captivating performance yet is her own authentic life.
Tickets for the Endless Summer Vacation Tour are expected to be in high demand, with fan club presales beginning next week. Miley Cyrus – Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions) premieres exclusively on Disney+ on March 30th.
