Top Concerts and Tours Coming This Summer
Charlotte’s live music scene has something for everyone this summer.
by Andy Goh Jun 01, 2025
This summer’s lineup is packed with big names and rising stars coming through Charlotte, and venues like PNC Music Pavilion and Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre are in full swing. But don’t forget about south Charlotte’s newest outdoor venue, The Amp at Ballantyne, which has three different shows featured here.
Run the Jewels
When: Thursday, June 5
Where: The Amp Ballantyne
Run the Jewels is the 21st century spirit animal of bands like Public Enemy and Rage Against the Machine. MCs Killer Mike and El-P lyrically spar through the entire show, and their chemistry is tangible. Combining high-energy beats with political awareness, RTJ gives you a show that will rock your world and your civics. Tickets
The Beach Boys: The Sounds of Summer Tour with Special Guest John Stamos
When: Saturday, June 7
Where: The Amp Ballantyne
The Beach Boys are arguably the greatest American pop music act of all time. Don’t let the superlatives fool you; the history, lore and music industry impact would say the same. While co-founder and longtime leader Brian Wilson isn’t on tour, this iteration of the band includes original member Mike Love and mainstay Bruce Johnston. Tickets
Modest Mouse
When: Sunday, June 15
Where: The Fillmore
While Oregon-based Modest Mouse may have burst onto the scene with the infectious 2004 single “Float On,” their catalog has been filled with plenty of strong music in the 20 years since. This summer’s tour honors the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough album, “Good News for People Who Love Bad News.” Tickets
311: Unity Tour
When: Tuesday, June 24
Where: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
Genre-blending icons 311 bring their signature mix of alt-rock, reggae, and funk to the Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre as part of their Unity Tour. With hits like “Amber” and “All Mixed Up,” the band’s laid-back yet high-energy sound has been a staple of summer playlists for decades. Expect a night of nostalgic grooves, jam-heavy sets, and a loyal fanbase that knows every word. Tickets.
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band
When: Wednesday, June 25
Where: Ovens Auditorium
Do you really need us to tell you who Ringo Starr is and why you should see him at historic Ovens Auditorium? No. And no. Tickets
Kansas
When: Friday, June 27
Where: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
While album-oriented rock might be something of the past, the energy and atmosphere of the era still stands strong, particularly when road veterans Kansas come to town. Authors of two of the most acclaimed and well-known songs of the generation, “Carry On My Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind,” bring their radio hits life at Uptown’s Skyla Amphitheatre. Tickets
The Head And The Heart: Aperture Tour
When: Tuesday, July 15
Where: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
The Pacific Northwest is known as a hotbed of cutting-edge music, as well as the home of grunge. It might be a surprise then that indie-folk rockers The Head And The Heart are born from this sonic soup. The band’s touching, heart-felt ballads will feel right at home when they come through Charlotte. Tickets
Russ: Into the W!ld Tour with Big Sean and Sabrina Claudio
When: Tuesday, July 22
Where: PNC Music Pavilion
Russ is a rapper whose story reminds you why you can’t ever quit. Over three years, Russ produced 11 albums and 87 singles independently before signing to a major label in 2017, only to drop the label a few years later and return to being an independent artist. That kind of hustle is rare, and Russ’ success is a testament to his hard work. Tickets
Ryan Adams: Heartbreaker ‘25 Tour
When: Wednesday, July 23
Where: Knight Theater
Pop-rock singer-songwriter Ryan Adams is on tour this summer with Charlotte holding a stop for the former Whiskeytown frontman. On tour to honor the 25th anniversary of his debut album of the same name, the Heartbreaker tour features an acoustic atmosphere that celebrates Adam’s entire catalog. Tickets
The Goo Goo Dolls with Dashboard Confessional: The Summer Anthem Tour 2025
When: Friday, July 25
Where: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
One of the definitive bands of the ‘90s, the Goo Goo Dolls are touring this summer with early 2000s indie-alt mainstays Dashboard Confessionals. It’s hard to find someone 30-plus years of age who doesn’t know the lyrics to singles “Name” and “Iris,” making this a show you can share with 5,000 of your new friends. Tickets
Willie Nelson: The Outlaw Tour
When: Saturday, July 26
Where: PNC Music Pavilion
Celebrating the10th year of Willie Nelson’s Outlaw tour, this summer’s show promises to be a big one. Alongside the “Red-Headed Stranger,” Charlotte guests include Bob Dylan and Turnpike Troubadours. If you’ve been to an Outlaw Tour before, you know this is a must for summer time fun. Tickets
Weird Al Yankovic: Bigger and Weirder Tour 2025
When: Saturday, July 26
Where: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
They say imitation is the most sincere form of flattery. In that case, “Weird” Al Yankovic might be the most gracious pop artist of all time. A musician who’s built a 40-plus year career off of remixing other artist’s music with a humorous twist, Yankovic is not your typical act, but not one you’ll ever forget seeing in person, either. Tickets
Sir Rod Stewart: One Last Time
When: Tuesday, July 29
Where: PNC Music Pavilion
From busking on the streets of London with nothing but a harmonica to being knighted in 2016 for his service to music and culture, there’s not much Sir Rod Stewart hasn’t seen or done. The instantly recognizable raspy voice that made the world fall in love with “Maggie May” will be in Charlotte to bid farewell (maybe?). Tickets
Vince Gill: An Evening With Vince Gill
When: Thursday, July 31
Where: Ovens Auditorium
Vince Gill is a country artist with few peers. His career spans close to 50 years and he is one of the genre’s most well respected and decorated stars. Combine that with his polished tenor voice in the confines of historic Ovens Auditorium and you’ve got a recipe for an unforgettable night. Tickets
Kesha and Scissor Sisters: The Tits Out Tour
When: Tuesday, Aug. 5
Where: PNC Music Pavilion
In 2009, a 22-year-old Kesha turned the pop music world upside down when she released her infectious single “Tik Tok.” She reigned over the scene for several years thereafter, and while a series of legal issues have slowed her growth, her fan base is just as passionate about her as they’ve ever been. Check out Kesha with glam-rock squad Scissor Sisters. Tickets
Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts: Love Earth Tour
When: Friday, Aug. 8
Where: PNC Music Pavilion
Don’t miss an opportunity to see the living legends of music when they come to your town—you never know when it will be your last chance. This summer, iconic singer-songwriter Neil Young brings his hand-selected band, The Chrome Hearts, to Charlotte for a steamy, mid-summer night’s dream. Tickets
Cypress Hill & Atmosphere with Lupe Fiasco and The Pharcyde
When: Tuesday, Aug. 12
Where: The Amp Ballantyne
If you want to check out The Amp Ballantyne and you remember using a dial-up modem, check out the Dank Daze of Summer Tour. Classic hip hop veterans Cypress Hill headline the tour, supported by indie-rap duo Atmosphere, erudite lyricist Lupe Fiasco and boom-bap pioneers The Pharcyde. Tickets
The Red Clay Strays
When: Friday, Aug. 22
Where: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
The national revival of folk and country music is in full effect, and one of the brightest rising stars to come from this wave is The Red Clay Strays. Formed in 2016, The Strays bring a high degree of musicianship to their eclectic and tender acoustic ballads. Tickets
Jason Aldean: Full Throttle Tour 2025
When: Friday, Aug. 22
Where: PNC Music Pavilion
Country music hitmaker Jason Alden makes a stop in Charlotte on his Full Throttle Tour this summer. The singer has five Grammy Awards under his belt and is known for a high-energy country-rock sound. Tickets
