Rod Stewart Abruptly Cancels Show To Undergo Medical Procedure

August 10, 2026 2:59 PM ET Rod Stewart postponed his Aug. 9 concert in Cincinnati, Ohio, two hours before doors were set to open.Organizers shared a brief statement online telling fans that “due to an unforeseen but minor medical procedure that required prompt attention” his performance was postponed.“Rescheduling is currently underway, with additional information to follow on Tuesday,” they noted. The statement also noted that “Rod is expected to make a quick recovery,” and stopped short of disclosing what sort of medical procedure he underwent.Organizers assured fans that “all previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date.” They did not indicate any protocols for ticketholders who may not be able to make the switch to the new date. Stewart was scheduled to perform