Stars from Neil Young to Lady Gaga to Hugh Jackman are appearing on the most iconic stages in and around the city, from Madison Square Garden to Metlife Stadium.
There is no shortage of things to do in New York City in the summer, and a popular one is catching the hottest NYC concerts coming to indoor and outdoor arenas.Whether you love rock, pop, or country, there are top artists visiting New York City this summer, including Lady Gaga, Linkin Park, Chris Stapleton, and more.
Or, enjoy a hilarious night out with popular comedians performing in the area, with headliners like Taylor Tomlinson and magic-comedy duo Penn and Teller. All these acts and more are coming to iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and Radio City Music Hall, and visiting them is an experience in itself. Check out some of the top concerts in NYC and the greater NYC area below, and get tickets now.
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Hugh Jackman
Chris Stapleton
Linkin Park
Taylor Tomlinson
Katy Perry
Louis C. K.
Penn & Teller
Lady Gaga
Neil Young
Oasis
Tate McRae
Benson Boone
Hugh Jackman
Date and venue: Monthly through October 4 at Radio City Music Hall
Theatre fans know Hugh Jackman is more than his X-Men fame — he's a Broadway star, too. His Radio City concert residency, From New York, With Love, is a retrospective of his theatre career, providing a night of old-fashioned entertainment that includes singing, dancing, and even jump roping! The set list ranges from The Music Man and Oklahoma! to Frank Sinatra and John Denver, and much more.
Chris Stapleton
Date and venue: Friday, July 25 at Madison Square Garden
Grammy Award-winning country singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton is bringing his All-American Road Show to Madison Square Garden. Known for hit songs like “Tennessee Whiskey” and “You Should Probably Leave,” Stapleton’s brand of country music takes inspiration from a wide range of genres, from bluegrass and Americana to rock and soul. His latest album, Higher, was released in 2023 and marks his fifth studio album; fans can expect songs from this record and more during his show, with Grace Potter set as the opener.
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Linkin Park
Date and venue: Tuesday, July 29 at Barclays Center; Sunday, August 3 at Prudential Center
After a seven-year hiatus following the death of lead singer Chester Bennington, Linkin Park has returned to the scene with a world tour in support of their newest album, From Zero. The tour is also the band’s first with new lead singer Emily Armstrong, who has impressed fans with her stunning vocals.
Linkin Park’s unique blend of metal, rock, and hip-hop has earned the band worldwide acclaim over its nearly 25-year-long history, as well as two Grammy Awards. They’ll visit Brooklyn’s Barclays Center and the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, with Pvris as the opening act for both shows.
Taylor Tomlinson
Date and venue: Thursday, July 31 - Saturday, August 2 at the Beacon Theatre
Taylor Tomlinson will bring her Save Me Tour to New York City for three days only. Tomlinson’s career has skyrocketed after her first Netflix comedy special, Quarter-Life Crisis, achieved massive success when it was released in 2020. Since then, Tomlinson has made two more Netflix specials, Look At You and Have It All, and sold out venues across the world. She also hosted her own late-night show, After Midnight, and was the only female late-night host on network television when it aired.
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Katy Perry
Date and venue: Monday, August 11 at Madison Square Garden; Thursday, August 14 at the Prudential Center
Katy Perry’s fifth tour, The Lifetimes Tour, is in support of her seventh studio album, 143, but she will perform hits across her expansive discography. Like many of the pop star’s efforts, this world tour is a camp-filled extravaganza, as it tells a story of Perry’s half-human, half-machine self set within a video game world as she “battles” an evil AI entity. Rebecca Black will open for both shows.
Louis C. K.
Date and venue: Saturday, August 16 at Forest Hills Stadium
Comedian Louis C.K. had credits writing for numerous late night shows and films before breaking into stand-up comedy in the early 2000s. He’s performed several stand-up specials for HBO and is known for working on and creating various television shows, most notably FX’s Louie. Now, he arrives in NYC with his Ridiculous world tour.
Penn & Teller
Date and venue: Thursday, August 21 at Radio City Music Hall
Iconic comedy-magic duo Penn & Teller are embarking on their 50th Anniversary Tour, promising a night of laughter, tricks, illusions and more that you’ll have to see to believe. Most famous for their Las Vegas residency, Penn & Teller are the longest-running headliners to play the same hotel in Vegas. With 50 years under their belt, Penn & Teller are living magic legends that can’t be missed.
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Lady Gaga
Date and venue: Select dates from Friday, August 22 - Sunday, September 7 at Madison Square Garden
Lady Gaga, the 14-time Grammy Award and two-time Golden Globe Award winning singer and actress, will bring the Mayhem Ball to Madison Square Garden for an astounding six days in support of her seventh studio album, Mayhem. Since her debut album The Fame in 2008, Gaga has amassed worldwide critical acclaim, cementing her status as one of the greatest pop stars in history. Gaga will blend theatrics, visuals, and music together in an all-encompassing experience.
Neil Young
Date and venue: Saturday, August 23 at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
Neil Young and his new band, the Chrome Hearts, will be at Long Island’s Jones Beach Theater this August. The twice-inducted Rock and Roll Hall of Famer is heading out on a world tour, the Love Earth Tour, performing his classics and new songs, including those from his latest album, Talkin to the Trees. Catch some of his greatest hits like “Heart of Gold” and “Harvest Moon” live this summer from the icon himself.
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Oasis
Date and venue Sunday, August 31 and Monday, September 1 at Metlife Stadium
Oasis is back after a 15-year-long hiatus with the Oasis Live '25 reunion tour, coming to New Jersey’s Metlife Stadium. One of the most famous British rock bands of the ‘90s and ‘00s, Oasis has put out seven studio albums and is known for hits like “Wonderwall,” “Champagne Supernova,” and “Don’t Look Back in Anger.” Fans can expect to hear classics and more from the reunited Gallagher brothers this summer.
Tate McRae
Date and venue: Wednesday, September 3; Thursday, September 4; and Saturday, October 18 at Madison Square Garden
Tate McRae’s Miss Possessive Tour comes to Madison Square Garden in support of her latest album, So Close to What. The singer skyrocketed to stardom with her breakout hit “greedy,” which cemented her status as a global popstar. A former dancer, McRae delights fans with both her musical prowess and dancing abilities, putting on a show that can’t be missed. Zara Larsson opens for the September shows, and Alessi Rose will open in October.
Benson Boone
Date and venue: Friday, September 5 at Madison Square Garden
Catch Benson Boone in his American Heart World Tour in support of his latest album, American Heart. When his song “Beautiful Things” became a massive hit, Boone was propelled into stardom, opening for Taylor Swift on her Eras Tour stop in London and even earning a Grammy nomination. This marks his third headlining tour, which takes Boone across North America and Europe.