Janet Jackson’s Sunrise date is being presented as a one-night Control 40 concert and filmed as a music movie. Here is how to think about the show, the venue, and the rest of the night in Sunrise.
Janet Jackson’s Sunrise date stands out because it is being framed as a premium filmed concert event, not just a standard stop on a tour calendar. Amerant Bank Arena and Airtab describe it as Janet Jackson: Control 40, a celebration of the 40th anniversary of Control that will be captured for a concert movie. That makes this December night in Sunrise feel especially specific, with the event itself serving as both performance and production.
Why this show stands out
The Sunrise concert is branded as Janet Jackson. Control 40, and the official framing ties it directly to the 40th anniversary of Control. It is also being presented as a premium filmed concert event, with the Sunrise performance serving as the capture for Janet Jackson: Control 40 - The Airtab Music Movie. That combination makes this date distinct from a routine arena appearance.
The tour story right now
The Sunrise concert is a standalone Control 40 event scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET at Amerant Bank Arena. The official ticketing partner for the venue listing is SeatGeek. Research also indicates the Sunrise date is being used for filming the concert movie.
What recent tour stops have shown
Control was released in February 1986 and is widely described as Janet Jackson’s breakthrough album. The Sunrise date is being positioned around that legacy, while Janet Jackson’s live shows are known to mix eras of her catalog.
What to expect in Sunrise, FL
At Amerant Bank Arena, the key context is that this performance is being treated as both a concert and a filmed production. That gives the night a one-off feel in Sunrise, with the event centered on Control 40 and the broader four-decade milestone around Control.
With the story set, the rest of the night comes down to where you eat, freshen up, arrive, and wind down around Amerant Bank Arena.
Know before you go
- Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Event time: 8:00 PM
- Venue: Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, FL
Where to eat before the show
A Janet Jackson night calls for a meal that fits the occasion without turning the evening into a long detour. ANDOPO’s picks around the venue area are built for a polished pre-show dinner that keeps the focus on the main event.
Get ready for the night
This is the category for the kind of prep that matches a filmed concert evening. ANDOPO’s grooming and self-care picks help set the tone before you head out for Control 40.
Getting to the venue
Sort out parking, a ride, or transit so arrival is the easy part.
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After the show
If you want to extend the night after Janet Jackson, this is the lane for late energy. ANDOPO’s go-out picks cover the post-show mood around Sunrise without pulling attention away from the concert itself.
Where to stay
A filmed arena concert can make an overnight stay feel more practical than rushed. ANDOPO’s hotel picks give you a place to land after the show and keep the night contained around Sunrise.
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About Amerant Bank Arena
Sources & reporting
- Amerant Bank ArenaJanet Jackson 2026 event page
- SeatGeekJanet Jackson tickets. Sunrise, Florida. Amerant Bank Arena - 2026-12-12 8 PM
- Amerant Bank ArenaJanet Jackson Control 40 announcement
- SeatGeek BlogJanet Jackson announces Control 40 concert date, presale code and how to buy tickets
- SeatGeekJanet Jackson tickets. Fort Lauderdale
- Rolling OutJanet Jackson Is Bringing Control's 40thSep 5, 2026
