Chappell Roan at Jacobs Pavilion (May 28)
Touring her debut album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, drag queen and pop sensation Chappell Roan will grace fans with her infectious hits and colorful persona. Assigning each of her shows an attire theme, fans will be dressed to impress for a unique experience. $35+, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, jacobspavilion.com
Noah Kahan at Blossom Music Center (May 28)
Grammy-nominated superstar Noah Kahan continues touring his chart-topping album, Stick Season, as fans can’t stop craving more of his small-town sound. Articulating his experiences out of Stratford, Vermont, he elevates folk and country music to make something virtually anyone can relate. The tight-knit community of Northeast Ohio will certainly feel right at home with his melodies this summer. $242+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Country Fest (June 12-15)
Thomas Rhett, Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson and Chris Janson headline a 14-act lineup over four days of classic country talent at Jellystone Park. The shows start in the afternoon each day. There are also other activities available at the resort. $129+, Clay’s Resort, 5050 Manchester Ave. NW, North Lawrence, thecountryfest.com
Rolling Stones at Cleveland Browns Stadium (June 15)
Whether you’re a fan of the oldies, like “Start Me Up," or newbies off their 2023 album like Angry, there will be a song for everyone at the Rolling Stones’ reunion tour. Take a trip back a few decades to the '60s for one night as the home of rock 'n' roll welcomes one of its most coveted bands and legendary performers on its Hackney Diamonds tour. $114+, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, clevelandbrownsstadium.com
Tri-C JazzFest (June 20-22)
Catch an accoladed lineup of jazz icons like Take 6, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Ledisi and other Grammy-nominated composers in the heart of Playhouse Square for a weekend of true class. In addition to their indoor concerts, local, up-and-coming jazz talents will also be putting on free, outdoor shows in the Square. Free-$300+, Playhouse Square, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, tri-c.edu/jazzfest
Janet Jackson at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse (June 25)
Embarking on her ninth headlining tour, Janet Jackson will celebrate her illustrious career one
more time in Cleveland this summer. Joined by fellow music sensation Nelly, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee will prove that she surely hasn’t gone out of style. $86+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Niall Horan at Blossom Music Center (June 26)
Originating from the X-Factor iconic boyband One Direction, Niall Horan is now a solo success that continues to wow crowds with deep-cut pop music you can dance to. $29+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Larchmere PorchFest (June 29)
Kick back and relax for a laid-back showcase of sounds from around Cleveland. The festival lineup consistently features performances from dozens of local bands and musicians across various genres, right from the comfort of Larchmere residents' front yards. The family-friendly event will also have activities in store for kids, so everyone can get involved in the local music scene. Free, Larchmere Boulevard, Cleveland, larchmereporchfest.org
Justin Timberlake at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse (July 7)
Justin Timberlake is bringing sexy back, but did it ever really leave? A mainstay in the world of pop music, he’s churned out years of chart-topping hits, and he will continue to in anticipation of his newest album, Everything I Thought It Was. Touring for the first time since 2019, Timberlake has his “Suit & Tie” ready to go for his long-awaited return. $112+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Norah Jones & Mavis Staples at Blossom Music Center (July 11)
Tearing at heartstrings with her sensual soul and blues sound, Norah Jones has made a roaring return with her 2024 release, Visions. Joined by Mavis Staples, a reassuring voice of soul since the '70s, this pairing will stun crowds. $74+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Luke Bryan at Blossom Music Center (July 12)
A country concert at Blossom is one of Cleveland’s favorite summer activities, and Luke Bryan returns to provide that. Curating a lineup of his greatest hits, dust off your cowboy boots and get ready to dance! Bryan’s pop-country fusion will have everyone saying “I Don’t Want This Night to End." $78+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls,
livenation.com
Red Hot Chili Peppers at Blossom Music Center (July 22)
Anticipation for a Red Hot Chili Peppers reunion is finally “Under the Bridge,” as it gears up to tour its latest album Return of the Dream Canteen, providing the retro sound the band has always been remembered for. $100+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Sad Summer Festival at Jacob’s Pavilion (July 29)
Emo kids unite: Though the name suggests a gloom in the midst of a bright summer, this lineup of legendary pop punk artists will have fans smiling ear to ear, as they get to relive the soundtrack of their teenage years. Heralded names like The Maine, Mayday Parade and We the Kings are slated to storm the shores of the Cuyahoga River. $59+, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, jacobspavilion.com
Bowling for Soup at House of Blues (July 30)
Party like it’s 1985! Commemorating 30 years as a band, Bowling for Soup returns to the road to perform its greatest pop punk hits. And with the release of new music earlier this year, they’ve definitely still got it going on. $48+, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, houseofblues.com
Kid Cudi at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse (July 31)
Shaker Heights’ very own takes the big stage in the heart of Downtown Cleveland to celebrate the release of his 10th studio album, INSANO — and to establish a new iteration of his Moon Man's Landing music festival, after canceling it last June due to venue concerns related to RMFH. Joined by other rap icons Pusha T. and Earthgang, local rising stars Siena Bella and Chelsea Pastel will also perform. $49+, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Hozier at Blossom Music Center (Aug. 6)
Following the release of his third album, Unreal Unearth, the Irishman will grace the United States with his spine-chilling ballads and deep baritone belting. His tour will swing into one of his largest performances in Northeast Ohio yet, when he gets set tp perform at the Blossom Music Center in August. Experimental hits like “Eat Your Young” and “Francesca” will join classics like “Take Me to Church” and “Work Song” for a performance of indie-folk excellence, outside and under the summer stars. $65+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Barbie the Movie: In Concert at Blossom Music Center (Aug. 12)
Take your next movie night out of the living room as Greta Gerwig’s Oscar award-winning blockbuster travels across the United States. On this one-of-a-kind tour, the film you love comes to life, as each musical number gets elevated by a live ensemble. The ensemble, The Sinfonietta, is an all-women and majority women-of-color orchestra that brings diversity and flair to instrumental music, including this iconic soundtrack. $35+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
PorchROKR Festival (Aug. 17)
Akron’s Highland Square neighborhood comes together for a jam-packed day of food and music at this unique outdoor festival experience. Stroll through the streets to hear from a host of regional bands and artists, live from the front porch. Free, Highland Square, highlandsquareakron.org
Mitski at Jacobs Pavilion (Sept. 3)
Touring her new album, The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, Mitski calls this body of work her most American. $105+, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, jacobspavilion.com
Avril Lavigne at Blossom Music Center (Sept. 6)
Here’s to never growing up! Avril Lavigne brings her greatest hits on the road for a show out of every pop-punk teen's dreams. Hear timeless classics like “Sk8er Boi," “Complicated” and “Girlfriend." $67+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Cage the Elephant at Blossom Music Center (Sept. 9)
Already boasting an established repertoire with mainstream hits like “Cigarette Daydreams” and “Ain’t No Rest for the Wicked”, Cage the Elephant is still going for more, as they tour for their sixth album, Neon Pill. $49+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Billy Joel & Rod Stewart at Cleveland Browns Stadium (Sept. 13)
As the "Piano Man" embarks on a nationwide tour, he’s keeping lots of surprises up his sleeve, and one will be unveiled right here. Only at Browns Stadium, he will be joined by fellow legend Rod Stewart. $80+, 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, clevelandbrownsstadium.com
Vampire Weekend at Blossom Music Center (Sept. 19)
The longtime indie-rock group Vampire Weekend is back on tour to commence the release of its fifth album, Only God Was Above Us. Fan favorites like “A-Punk” will complement new hits. $35+, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls,
livenation.com
Something Corporate at House of Blues (Sept. 19)
Grunge is back in style, and Something Corporate is here just in time for the revival. One of the most prominent alt-rock bands out of the 2000s, the group is joining forces for a grandiose reunion tour to share their greatest hits. It's The Out of Office Tour is the perfect excuse to take a sick day. $143+, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, houseofblues.com
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