Summer Concerts Worth Catching: Summer Fun Guide

May 9

Zach Bryan, Huntington Bank Field

Fresh off the album release of With Heaven on Top, country star Zach Bryan brings the With Heaven on Tour show to Huntington Bank Field. Known for hits like “Something in the Orange,” the Oklahoma singer-songwriter has quickly become one of country music’s biggest live draws.

$108+, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, zachbryan.com

May 15 

Kid Cudi at Blossom

Cleveland native Kid Cudi returns home on The Rebel Ragers Tour with a stop at Blossom Music Center. Joined by guests M.I.A., Big Boi and A-Trak, the Grammy-winning artist hits the road for his first tour since 2022, blending hip-hop, psychedelic sounds and emotional storytelling that helped define his career. 

$48+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, kidcudi.com 

May 22

Bruce Springsteen at Rocket Arena

The rock ‘n’ roll powerhouse Bruce Springsteen and his iconic E Street band will take the stage at Rocket Arena on his Land of Hopes & Dreams American Tour. On the heels of his political protest song “The Streets of Minneapolis,” Springsteen is joined by rock legend and activist Tom Morello for this No-Kings-themed tour. 

$282+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, brucespringsteen.net

May 23-24

Reggae Fest CLE 

The weekend festival returns to the Downtown waterfront with two days of music, featuring 10 bands, food trucks, vendors and a DJ. With performances from nearly a dozen acts, including reggae legends like Mighty Mystic and Cleveland-based Carlos Jones & The P.L.U.S. Band, Reggae Fest CLE brings One Love to the Land while celebrating reggae music, culture and community. 

$30+, 800 E. 9th St. Pier, Cleveland, reggaefestcleveland.com

May 29

A$AP Rocky at Rocket Arena

The Harlem rapper is bringing his high-energy Don’t Be Dumb Tour to Rocket Arena. The Grammy-nominated A$AP Rocky blends hip-hop, fashion and visual artistry into an electrifying live show, promising fans a night of dynamic music and unforgettable stage presence. 

$58+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, asaprocky.com

June 3

Devo at Akron Civic Theatre

Akron’s own Devo is making a return to the Rubber City with a stop at the Akron Civic Theatre. The new wave pioneers, known for the smash hit “Whip It,” rose to fame in the late 1970s and helped shape the sound and style of the era. The Mutate, Don’t Stagnate Tour will feature their iconic robotic rhythms and commitment to the philosophy of de-evolution. 

$164.57+, 182 S. Main St., Akron, clubdevo.com

June 3 and 5

Cleveland Orchestra presents Matilda with Danny DeVito 

Actor and director Danny DeVito joins the Cleveland Orchestra for a special presentation of the beloved film Matilda at Severance Music Center. The orchestra performs the score live alongside the movie, bringing the childhood favorite to life in a unique cinematic concert experience. 

$59+, 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, clevelandorchestra.com

June 4

Hot Mulligan at Jacobs Pavilion

Known for the song “Equip Sunglasses,” the post-emo band has quickly risen in popularity since their most recent album The Sound a Body Makes When It’s Still. With support from bands Joyce Manor, Saturdays at Your Place and Koyo, Hot Mulligan is bringing emotional lyrics and the alternative scene to Jacobs Pavilion. 

$50.56, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, hotmulligan.band

June 9

5 Seconds of Summer at Rocket Arena

For fans who grew up blasting 2010s pop rock, 5 Seconds of Summer’s return to Cleveland is set to deliver nostalgic hits and new music. Formed in Sydney, the band — Luke Hemmings, Michael Clifford, Calum Hood and Ashton Irwin — rose to global fame with chart-topping singles like “She Looks So Perfect” and “Youngblood,” and will perform songs from their latest album Everyone’s a Star! on the tour of the same name. 

$58+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, 5sos.com

June 13

Larchmere Porch Fest

This annual, family-friendly festival turns Larchmere’s front porches into stages as residents host live performances by local musicians. With more than 30 acts performing throughout the day, this one-of-a-kind concert transforms the neighborhood into a lively celebration of community and culture. 

Free, Larchmere Blvd., Cleveland, larchmereporchfest.org

June 15

Echo & The Bunnymen at House of Blues 

Post-punk icons Echo & The Bunnymen bring their atmospheric new wave sound to House of Blues. Since emerging in the late ’70s with albums like Crocodiles, the band has remained a defining force in alternative rock. 

$118.06, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, bunnymen.com

June 25 

Post Malone and Jelly Roll at Huntington Bank Field

Post Malone and Jelly Roll bring the BIG ASS Stadium Tour to Huntington Bank Field. The genre-blending chart-topper is joined by Jelly Roll, whose mix of country, rock and rap has fueled his rapid rise. 

$65.95+, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, postmalone.com

June 25-27

Tri-C JazzFest

Immerse yourself in Cleveland’s rich jazz sound at the 47th annual Tri-C JazzFest in Playhouse Square. The lineup features nearly 500 artists of all kinds, ranging from local jazz musicians to global visionaries. 

Free outdoor concerts with ticketed performances,
1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, tri-c.edu/jazzfest

June 27

Spoon and The Beths at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Rock Hall Live returns this summer with co-headlining performances from Grammy-nominated Spoon and New Zealand quartet The Beths. This marks the first opportunity to see the two share the stage. 

$46.50, 1100 E. 9th St., Cleveland, rockhall.com

July 7

Jack Johnson at Blossom Music Center

Celebrate summer with Jack Johnson this July. The SURFILMUSIC 2026 Tour, tied to his new documentary about his journey from surfer and filmmaker to global musician, brings breezy hits like “Better Together” and “Upside Down” to Blossom. 

$67.20+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, jackjohnsonmusic.com

July 15 

Death Cab for Cutie at Jacobs Pavilion

Icon of the 2000s indie-rock scene, Death Cab for Cutie returns to Cleveland with support from Jay Som, bringing its mix of introspective lyrics and melodies that helped define the genre. The band’s 2003 album Transatlanticism marked a major commercial breakthrough, pushing the group into the mainstream and cementing songs like “The Sound of Settling” as indie staples. 

$25.02+, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, deathcabforcutie.com

July 18

Zac Brown Band at Rocket Arena

Nostalgic summer country music is coming to Rocket Arena with the Zac Brown Band. The modern country staple highlights its latest album in the Love & Fear Tour with special guest Fitz and the Tantrums. 

$60+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, zacbrownband.com

July 21

John Mellencamp at Blossom Music Center

With a career spanning five decades and hits like “Hurts So Good” and “Jack & Diane,” John Mellencamp returns to the stage at Blossom. The tour will feature his greatest hits in one night as he travels across 19 cities nationwide. 

$68.20+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, mellencamp.com

July 22 

Meghan Trainor at Rocket Arena

Glitter pop star Meghan Trainor broke onto the scene with her 2014 hit “All About That Bass.” The Toy With Me Tour brings her chart-topping pop sound to Cleveland with special guests Icona Pop and Ryan Trainor. 

$39+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, meghan-trainor.com

July 23 

Pavement at Agora

An indie-rock favorite since 1989, Pavement is back on tour after the recent release of its 2025 documentary, which reunited the band. The group plays at the Agora with a new spin on some of its best songs. 

$175.91+, 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, pavementband.com

Aug. 10

Foo Fighters at Huntington Bank Field

Classic rock hasn’t been the same since the Foo Fighters began making music in 1994. Founder Dave Grohl, guitarist and vocalist, returns to his home state of Ohio for the Your Favorite Toy Tour. The band will be joined by bands Queens of the Stone Age and Mannequin Pussy for this appearance. 

$60.45+, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, foofighters.com

Aug. 11

Rod Stewart at
Rocket Arena

Blending folk, rock, blues and country, Rod Stewart delivers hits like “I Don’t Want to Talk About It” and “Downtown Train.” His One Last Time Tour will make a stop in Cleveland and feature special guest Richard Marx. 

$83+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rodstewart.com

Aug. 13

MGK Day

Though the 2026 MGK Day events are still a mystery, it’s safe to say the celebration will be one to remember. The citywide event has historically featured an ever-growing lineup of performances and festivities. 

Cleveland, mgkday.com

Aug. 13

Simple Plan at Jacobs Pavilion

This Canadian band has all the alt-rock songs you need. Their 2025 documentary Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd chronicles the group’s journey through more than 25 years of making music. Featuring special guests 3OH!3 and Bowling for Soup, the Bigger Than You Think! Tour - The Sequel! is coming to Cleveland in full force. 

$43.36+, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, officialsimpleplan.com

Aug. 15 

PorchROKR

Akron’s Highland Square outdoor music festival showcases a variety of genres and some of the best musical talent in Northeast Ohio. Last year, 140 groups performed across 35 stages during the festival’s 13th year. Experience the lively atmosphere of this neighborhood celebration, where the front porch becomes center stage. 

Free, Highland Square, Akron, highlandsquareakron.org

Aug. 15

J. Cole at Rocket Arena

Rap and R&B icon J. Cole returns to the stage to perform his seventh album, The Fall-Off, after nearly five years without a solo tour. Known for hits like “No Role Modelz” and “Work Out,” the Grammy winner will travel to more than 50 cities across 15 countries, including Cleveland. 

$166+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, thefalloff.com

Aug. 23 

Peter Hook & The Light at Agora

Playing the greatest hits from Joy Division and New Order, including the entire Get Ready album, Peter Hook & The Light brings the best of ’80s English rock. The band takes the tour worldwide with stops in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Poland, Australia, Canada and more. 

$49.08, 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, peterhookandthelight.live

Aug. 24 

Motley Crue at Blossom Music Center

Celebrating 45 years together and the 20th anniversary of Carnival of Sins, Motley Crue will tour throughout North America. With classics like “Kickstart My Heart,” the rock band will show off its most popular hits. Fellow rockers Tesla and Extreme are joining the group on tour. 

$50.50+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, motley.com

Sept. 12

Fresh Fest CLE

From 1-9 p.m. at Rid-All Farm and Otter Park’s Urban Agriculture Innovation Zone, enjoy live music, art installations and a farmers market with local vendors. Workshops, chef tastings and a kids zone round out the festival, highlighting wellness and urban agriculture. The headliner will be announced in June. Registration is not required but encouraged. 

Free, 8129 Otter Ave., Cleveland, freshfestcleveland.com

Sept. 16 

Pitbull and Lil Jon at Blossom Music Center

Global star and Grammy winner Pitbull will make a stop at Blossom for the I’m Back Tour. Known for upbeat hits like “Time of Our Lives” and “Give Me Everything,” Mr. Worldwide will be joined by Lil Jon for an all-night party. 

$50+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, pitbullmusic.com

Sept. 17 and 19 

Rush at Rocket Arena

For the first time in 11 years, these 2013 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees return to the stage. The Fifty Something Tour commemorates the life and legacy of fellow band member Neil Peart, who passed away in 2020. 

$220+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rush.com

Sept. 19 

Ray LaMontagne at Akron Civic Theatre

Combining indie-folk and pop-soul melodies, the Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour will celebrate Ray LaMontagne’s decades of songwriting and music production, joined by special guest The Weather Station. 

$44.85+, 182 S. Main St., Akron, raylamontagne.com