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Paul Anka, the voice behind “Diana,” “Put Your Head on My Shoulder” and “Lonely Boy,” and the writer of “My Way,” is coming to Morristown. He plays the Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 7:30 PM.
Anka has sold more than 100 million albums, and MPAC notes he is the only artist in history to have a song on the Billboard charts during seven consecutive decades. With the show just one week away, this is one to lock in now.
Paul Anka at MPAC: The Details
- When: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 7:30 PM
- Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
- Tickets: $91 to $189 with fees included, as listed on MPAC’s show page when we checked
- Where to buy: the official MPAC ticket page for Paul Anka, or call the MPAC box office at 973-539-8008 (Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM, plus two hours before showtime)
- Good to know: MPAC lists no opening act and no intermission. The Starlight Lounge is open that night and MPAC’s shuttle is available. MPAC also lists limited VIP packages for this show on the same page.
From Ottawa to the Top of the Charts
Anka was born July 30, 1941, in Ottawa, Canada. He had his own vocal group by 13, and by 15 he had his first No. 1 hit with “Diana,” a song he wrote himself. He soon toured with Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry and Jerry Lee Lewis, and became the youngest entertainer ever to perform at the Copacabana.
As a songwriter, his reach is just as big. He wrote “My Way” for Frank Sinatra, Buddy Holly’s “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” and the theme for The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. You can learn more on his official website.
What to Expect From the Show
MPAC promises the classics, including “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” “Diana,” “My Way,” “Puppy Love” and “Lonely Boy,” delivered by a performer it calls a consummate showman. With no intermission listed, plan to settle in for one straight run of hits.
Make a Night of It in Downtown Morristown
MPAC sits on South Street, a short walk from the Morristown Green, so a 7:30 PM curtain leaves time for an early dinner. Our guide to the best restaurants in Morristown has spots within walking distance of the theater. Weeknight shows still draw a crowd downtown, so book a table and leave a little extra time to park.
More Big Names at MPAC This November
Anka kicks off a packed month at the theater. Art Garfunkel plays on Friday, November 6, The Righteous Brothers bring their farewell tour on Sunday, November 8, and Rocky in Concert comes on Tuesday, November 10. Later in the month, look for 10,000 Maniacs on November 19 and Three Dog Night on November 20. For everything else going on, see our things to do in Morris County this month guide and our roundup of the best theaters in Morris County.
Paul Anka in Morristown FAQ
When is Paul Anka playing Morristown?
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown.
How much are Paul Anka tickets at MPAC?
When we checked, MPAC listed tickets at $91 to $189 on its official site, MayoArts.org, with fees included.
What songs will Paul Anka perform?
MPAC lists classics such as “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” “Diana,” “My Way,” “Puppy Love” and “Lonely Boy.”
Is there an opening act or intermission?
MPAC lists no opening act and no intermission for this show.
Featured image: Paul Anka in 1995. Photo by John Mathew Smith and celebrity-photos.com, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped).
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