Adele announced she is taking a break from performing after completing her current shows. During her final concert in Munich on September 1, 2024, she told the audience that she would not be performing for a very long time afterward, describing this as a sabbatical. She reflected on nearly three years of performing, the longest stretch she has ever done, and said she needs a rest to focus on her personal life, including her child and relationship. She also mentioned she has no plans for a follow-up to her 2021 album 30 and that this break could be her "swansong" for a while
. In addition to this announcement, Adele has had notable moments during her shows where she stopped the performance. For example, at a Las Vegas concert, she halted the show mid-song to defend a fan who was being bothered by security for standing up, telling security to leave the fan alone so he could enjoy the show
. At her Munich concert, she also paused the show to allow the audience to watch the women's 100m Olympic final live on the big screen, celebrating the athletes before continuing with the concert
. Overall, Adele's stops during shows have been moments of connection with her audience, and her recent announcement marks a significant pause in her performing career.
