Are you in for some more musical fun this summer? These are some of the concerts in August and September to make your summer even cooler!
Who: Missy Elliott
When: Aug. 1
Where: CFG Bank Arena
About: Are you ready for an out-of-this-world experience? Elliott’s Out of This World Experience tour is her first headline tour and marks her 30 years in the music industry. She will perform her greatest hits across arenas in North America and will be joined by singer-songwriter Ciara, rapper and actor Busta Rhymes, and record producer and rapper Timbaland.
Who: Hootie & The Blowfish
When: Aug. 3
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: Thirty years after releasing their debut album in 1994, Hootie & The Blowfish are on their Summer Camp with Trucks Tour and will be making a stop in Columbia. The band will be joined by Collective Soul and Edwin McCain.
Who: Fantasia
When: Aug. 9
Where: Pier Six Pavilion
About: Do you remember the winner of American Idol in 2004? She’s coming to Baltimore! Fantasia is known for the sweetness of her voice and her range in R&B, hip-hop, and soul. Grab your tickets and go see her!
Who: Slipknot
When: Aug. 9
Where: CFG Bank Arena
About: Slipknot’s Here Comes The Pain Tour celebrates the 25th anniversary of their debut album, “Slipknot,” released in 1999 and credited as the reason for the heavy metal band’s rise to popularity. The album is certified double platinum and is the band’s best-selling album. The tour’s special guests are Knocked Loose, Orbit Culture, and Vended.
Who: Joshua Bassett
When: Aug. 14
Where: Pier Six Pavilion
About: Bassett starred in “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” alongside Olivia Rodrigo. Since the Disney+ series, Bassett has carved out a solo musical career, performing a mix of pop, rock, and indie tunes. He is set to release his debut album “The Golden Years” in July 2024.
Who: New Kids on the Block
When: Aug. 16
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: Kick it back to the ’80s and ’90s, when the New Kids on the Block first shared their music with the world. After disbanding in 1994, the group reunited in 2007. They will be joined by Paula Abdul, as well as DJ Jazzy Jeff, on their Magic Summer Tour.
Who: Imagine Dragons
When: Aug. 23
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: Pop or rock? Imagine Dragons does both. They will take on The Loom World Tour this summer, performing alongside the pop band Cannons. Hailing from Las Vegas, Nevada, Imagine Dragons was formed in 2008 and has enthralled audiences with hit songs such as “Radioactive,” “Believer,” “Demons,” and “Thunder,” each amassing over 1 billion streams.
Who: Usher
When: Aug. 23 through 24
Where: CFG Bank Arena
About: The 8-time Grammy-winning artist Usher is coming to Baltimore as part of his Past Present Future tour. This tour celebrates his 30-year career in the entertainment industry. During the show, he will perform his popular R&B tracks, including songs from his ninth studio album “Coming Home.” Fans can also expect to see his famous moves, such as popping, locking, and gliding across the stage.
Who: All Time Low
When: Aug. 24
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: Towson, Maryland was where it all started for rock band All Time Low. The group released their ninth studio album, “Tell Me I’m Alive” in 2023. Now, they’re coming to perform in Columbia with Boys Like Girls and LOLO.
Who: Mitski
When: Aug. 30 through Sept. 1
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: The songwriter and performer, known for her catchy indie tunes and tales about heartbreak and capitalism, has released seven studio albums. Her song “My Love Mine All Mine,” from her seventh studio album “The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We,” released in 2023, became her first song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. She will bring her slow ballads to Merriweather, and the bands Lamp and Alvvays, and Sierra Ferrell will also perform, along with Mitski, each over the three days.
Who: Omar Apollo
When: Sept. 3
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: A native of Indiana, the R&B singer received a Best New Artist nomination at the 2023 Grammy Awards. His debut album, “Ivory,” was released in 2022 and topped Billboard’s Heatseekers Albums, leading to his Grammy win. Apollo will visit Baltimore during his God Said No Tour in support of his album, “God Said No,” which was released on June 28. He will be joined by artist Malcolm Todd.
Who: Jon Pardi
When: Sept. 5
Where: Pier Six Pavilion
About: Country singer Pardi is hitting the road for his Mr. Saturday Night Tour and Baltimore is one of his stops. His songs are constant hits with albums on Billboard’s Top Country Albums Chart and four platinum-certified certified singles on the Country Airplay Chart. He’s headlined six North American tours since 2014. Bring a country friend or two for a night out with Pardi.
Who: Kirk Franklin
When: Sept. 7
Where: CFG Bank Arena
About: Sing along and join the heavenly melody with gospel singer Franklin and his choir. The Reunion Tour features Franklin, along with gospel icons and co-headliners Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, and The Clark Sisters. Kierra Sheard-Kelly will also make a special guest appearance.
Who: The Killers
When: Sept. 8
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: American rock band The Killers is coming to Merriweather Post Pavilion. The group released their second greatest hits album, “Rebel Diamonds,” in 2023. They will be joined in Columbia by Robert Loud and Soft Echo.
Who: Kygo
When: Sept. 12
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: The Kygo World Tour will showcase the Norwegian songwriter and DJ’s distinctive airy pan flutes, catchy beats, and synths. He gained popularity after remixing “I See Fire” by Ed Sheeran in 2013 and with the release of his single “Firestone” in 2014. Zara Larsson, Sofi Tukker, Gryffin, Sam Feldt, Klangkarussell, Hayla, Victoria Nadine, and Vandelux will join Kygo on select dates.
Who: Pearl Jam
When: Sept. 12
Where: CFG Bank Arena
About: Hailing from Seattle, American rock band will perform in Baltimore as part of their Dark Matter World Tour. The tour commemorates the band’s 12th studio album, “Dark Matter,” which released in April 2024.
Who: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
When: Sept. 13
Where: Oriole Park at Camden Yards
About: The Boss himself will perform at Oriole Park at Camden Yards this September. Springsteen last performed in Baltimore in April 2023 at CFG Bank Arena, and he was scheduled to perform at OPACY in September 2023 before having to postpone that show due to medical treatment for peptic ulcer disease. As Springsteen and the E Street Band prepares for a stop in Baltimore, be sure to get your tickets and catch the singer who was born to run.
Who: Hans Zimmer
When: Sept. 13
Where: CFG Bank Arena
About: You’ve heard his film scores in some of the biggest Hollywood movies like “Dune,” “The Lion King,” “Inception,” and others. The German-born composer has won two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, four Grammy Awards, and has received many other honors. He will perform live in Baltimore at CFG Bank Arena.
Who: Twenty One Pilots
When: Sept. 15
Where: CFG Bank Arena
About: This is the summer of Twenty One Pilots! As part of The Clancy World Tour – their biggest headline tour – the musical duo is celebrating the release of “Clancy,” their seventh studio album released on May 24. The duo is touring North America, followed by countries in Oceania and Europe.
Who: Bowling For Soup
When: Sept. 17
Where: Rams Head Live
About: Punk rock band Bowling For Soup is celebrating their 30th anniversary this year — as well as the 20th anniversary of their fifth studio album, “A Hangover You Don’t Deserve.” They’ll be joined in Baltimore by Wheatus and Don’t Panic.
Who: Vance Joy
When: Sept. 21
Where: Merriweather Post Pavilion
About: Australian singer-songwriter James Gabriel Keogh, who performs as Vance Joy, released his musical earworm “Riptide” in 2013. Since then, he has released three studio albums, including his latest, “In Our Own Sweet Time,” in 2022. Now he’s visiting Columbia, along with Local Natives and Tiny Habits.
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
Orioles Park at Camden Yards
September 13, 2024
How can you miss thus one?
Thank you for the reminder, Randy! We’ve added Springsteen to the list.