Top Concerts Coming to Charlotte This Winter
It may be getting colder, and the days are shorter, but that doesn’t mean the live music scene in Charlotte has slowed down.
by Andy Goh Dec 1, 2025
The winter months mean live music shifts from outdoor venues to indoor, but the music keeps playing no matter what. Check out some of these winter shows, including some talented local musicians, both rising and established, as well as national tours and R&B classics.
Alabama
When: Friday, Dec. 5
Where: Spectrum Center
While newer country acts might be ushering in a popular revival of the genre, some of its forefathers are still keeping the flame alive for the music’s roots. In the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, Alabama pushed country music to new heights thanks to their profound musicianship and fresh takes on an old sound.
Of Good Nature & Joe May
When: Saturday, Dec. 6
Where: Visulite Theatre
Sometimes you just want to dance and have a good time, which is exactly what you’ll get at the Of Good Nature and Joe May show. Local heroes, Of Good Nature’s name literally refers to having good times and good energy, while fellow Charlottean Joe May’s brand of vocal pop funk is sure to inspire more than a few grooves.
Reuben Vincent and 9th Wonder
When: Wednesday, Dec. 10
Where: Neighborhood Theatre Tap Room
This show is a must-see for fans of North Carolina hip hop. 9th Wonder is a highly accomplished producer of more than 25 years, while Reuben Vincent is a deftly talented and quickly rising MC whose flow will satisfy rap fans of all generations.
Raekwon and Mobb Deep: The 30th Anniversary Tour
When: Wednesday, Dec. 10
Where: The Fillmore Charlotte
For more than a quarter-century hip hop has been the dominant force in pop music, when acts like Wu-Tang Clan and Mobb Deep built their music around a culture that was overlooked at the time. Fast forward to 2025 and these iconic New York MC’s are seen as the elder statesmen of a generation, but they aren’t letting age slow them down.
Dollar Signs: The Final Shows
When: Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 11-13
Where: The Milestone Club
Hometown pop-punk and metal favorites, Dollar Signs, are ending their run after almost 15 years together. In true punk fashion, they’re not going out quietly. Instead, they’re inviting all their friends to a massive three-night farewell party at Charlotte’s historic Milestone Club.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
When: Saturday, Dec. 13
Where: Spectrum Center
Everyone has their preferred holiday traditions, and seeing Trans-Siberian Orchestra is one of the hardest-rocking ones you can have. Their operatic prog rock mixed with an S-tier light show is always a great way to kick off the holiday season.
Chip McGee and Dane Page
When: Sunday, Dec. 14
Where: The Evening Muse
Don’t miss your chance to see two of Charlotte’s best singer-songwriters on the same bill at the deeply revered Evening Muse in NoDa. Chip McGee celebrates his Appalachian heritage through introspective lyrics, and Dane Page charts his storytelling path rooted in his own lived experiences.
Jason Isbell
When: Friday, Jan. 16
Where: Ovens Auditorium
One of contemporary country music’s most respected voices, Jason Isbell helps kick off 2026 with a show at historic Ovens Auditorium. The former member of Drive By Truckers has carved out an even larger solo following thanks to his emotionally raw and authentic music.
Fantasia & Anthony Hamilton
When: Friday, Jan. 23
Where: Spectrum Center
Two of the most powerful voices in R&B happen to be native to the Charlotte area, and they’re teaming up to bring soul back to Uptown. Fantasia Barrino has had a successful career since winning American Idol in 2004, and Anthony Hamilton’s voice has been cooking catfish for more than three decades.
Winter Jam 2026
When: Sunday, Jan. 25
Where: Bojangles Coliseum
Christian music’s biggest tour is coming back to Charlotte this winter. Catch headliners Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, Katy Nichole and more in this high-energy celebration produced by Newsong and TPR. Tickets are free but a $15 donation is suggested at the door.
Ricardo Arjona: Lo Qué El Seco No Dijo Tour
When: Tuesday, Feb. 3
Where: Spectrum Center
Latin and Central American music has always had a rich tradition of lively rhythms mixed with passionate vocals and mesmerizing dance moves. You can expect that and more at Latin pop star Ricardo Arjona’s Lo Qué El Seco No Dijo (“what the dry one didn’t say”) tour, coming to Uptown’s Spectrum Center stage.
112: Room 112 Tour
When: Thursday, Feb. 5
Where: Ovens Auditorium
The mid-to-late ‘90s were undoubtedly the strongest era for R&B, and 112 was one of the groups at the top of that mountain. Celebrating 30 years since their debut, the Room 112 Tour brings special guests Total and Case to town for a night of smooth jams.
Langhorn Slim: The Dreaming Kind Tour
When: Friday, Feb. 6
Where: Neighborhood Theatre
Folk rock and Americana veteran Langhorne Slim makes a stop at NoDa’s Neighborhood Theatre to promote his ninth studio album, “The Dreaming Kind.” Known for a more acoustic sound traditionally, Langhorne Slim’s sound has evolved into a harder rock sound, but he still retains his soulful songwriting ability.
Nine Inch Nails: Peel it Back Tour
When: Thursday, Feb. 10
Where: Spectrum Center
At the height of the MTV era, there were few bands as unique and mysterious as Nine Inch Nails. Mainly a solo studio project by Trent Reznor, NIN came to blend hard rock, grunge and early electronica to create a sound that’s just as distinctive today as it was 30 years ago.
The Queens of R&B Tour: Four Legends, One Stage
When: Friday, Feb. 13
Where: Spectrum Center
Charlotte is no stranger to the sauciest voices in R&B, which makes the Queen City a perfect stop on The Queens of R&B Tour, featuring Pattie LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Chaka Kahn and Stephanie Mills. Expect all your favorite hits from these leading ladies, such as “Lady Marmalade,” “Ain’t Nobody” and “Midnight Train to Georgia.”
New Edition: The New Edition Way Tour with Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton
When: Friday, Feb. 27
Where: Spectrum Center
Classic R&B lives in Charlotte with the New Edition Way Tour coming to town. Along with icons of the era Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton, the heat is sure to get turned up on a cold winter night in Uptown.
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Andy Goh
Andy Goh is the owner and founder of GohJo Studios, a full-service podcast production and consulting company. In addition to producing podcasts for himself and his clients, Andy writes, plays music, travels and hikes with his dog Gus Gus. He's lived in Charlotte since 2006.
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