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Indie/Alt Concerts 2025-2026

Date
Sat, 7:00 PM
Oct 18
2025
Stubb's Bar-B-Q - Austin, TX
tickets
$151
Mon, 8:00 PM
Oct 20
2025
Globe Hall Live Music and BBQ - Denver, CO
tickets
$69
Tue, 8:00 PM
Oct 21
2025
The Complex - Salt Lake City, UT
tickets
$247
Fri, 8:00 PM
Oct 24
2025
WAMU Theater - Seattle, WA
tickets
$69
Sun, 20:00
Oct 19
2025
Estadio San Marcos - Lima, Peru
S/54
Tue, 21:00
Oct 21
2025
Estadio Monumental David Arellano - Santiago, Chile
$104251
Thu, 20:00
Oct 23
2025
Hipodromo de San Isidro - San Isidro, Argentina
$33350
Tue, 20:00
Oct 21
2025
Uber Arena - Berlin, Germany
tickets
€393
Sun, 8:00 PM
Oct 19
2025
Brisbane Entertainment Centre - Brisbane, Australia
$99
Wed, 8:00 PM
Oct 22
2025
Rod Laver Arena at Melbourne Park - Complex - Melbourne, Australia
$143
Thu, 7:30 PM
Oct 23
2025
Rod Laver Arena at Melbourne Park - Complex - Melbourne, Australia
$103
Fri, 7:50 PM
Oct 24
2025
Rod Laver Arena at Melbourne Park - Complex - Melbourne, Australia
$145
Sat, 7:00 PM
Oct 18
2025
Kia Forum - Inglewood, CA
tickets
$159
Sun, 6:00 PM
Oct 19
2025
The Greek Theatre - Berkeley, CA
tickets
$282
Tue, 7:00 PM
Oct 21
2025
Moda Center - Portland, OR
tickets
$31
Wed, 7:00 PM
Oct 22
2025
Climate Pledge Arena - Seattle, WA
tickets
$28
Tue, 20:30
Oct 21
2025
Paradiso - Amsterdam, Netherlands
€274
Wed, 19:00
Oct 22
2025
Now&Wow Club - Rotterdam, Netherlands
€163
Fri, 7:00 PM
Oct 24
2025
Brisbane Entertainment Centre - Brisbane, Australia
$219
Sat, 6:30 PM
Oct 18
2025
Ruoff Music Center - Noblesville, IN
tickets
$48
Sun, 6:30 PM
Oct 19
2025
Riverbend Music Center - Cincinnati, OH
tickets
$55
Tue, 6:30 PM
Oct 21
2025
Northwell at Jones Beach Theater - Wantagh, NY
tickets
$28
Wed, 6:30 PM
Oct 22
2025
Xfinity Theatre - Hartford, CT
tickets
$33
Fri, 6:30 PM
Oct 24
2025
Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach - Virginia Beach, VA
tickets
$33
Sat, 21:00
Oct 18
2025
Pepsi Center WTC - Mexico City, Mexico
$1195
Fri, 20:00
Oct 24
2025
Uber Arena - Berlin, Germany
Sat, 8:00 PM
Oct 18
2025
Climate Pledge Arena - Seattle, WA
tickets
$42
Sun, 5:00 PM
Oct 19
2025
Spokane Pavilion - Spokane, WA
tickets
$104
Tue, 7:30 PM
Oct 21
2025
UCCU Center - Orem, UT
tickets
$78
Thu, 7:00 PM
Oct 23
2025
Steelhouse Omaha - Omaha, NE
tickets
$67
Fri, 8:00 PM
Oct 24
2025
Chaifetz Arena - St. Louis, MO
tickets
$54
Fri, 20:00
Oct 24
2025
TipsArena Linz - Linz, Austria
€220
Thu, 8:00 PM
Oct 23
2025
Hordern Pavilion - Sydney, Australia
$136
Sun, 19:00
Oct 19
2025
Pepsi Center WTC - Mexico City, Mexico
Sat, 10:30 PM
Oct 18
2025
OMNIA Nightclub - Las Vegas, NV
$223
Sun, 6:00 PM
Oct 19
2025
GLC Live at 20 Monroe - Grand Rapids, MI
tickets
$120
Mon, 7:00 PM
Oct 20
2025
Fox Theatre Detroit - Detroit, MI
tickets
$54
Tue, 6:50 PM
Oct 21
2025
TempleLive at Cleveland Masonic - Cleveland, OH
tickets
$102
Wed, 6:50 PM
Oct 22
2025
Agora Theater & Ballroom - Cleveland, OH
tickets
$315
Fri, 8:00 PM
Oct 24
2025
Ovation Hall - Atlantic City, NJ
tickets
$123

History of Alternative Music

Alternative music can be described as any music that is outside the mainstream. The music tends to be unique with characteristics such as original, wide-ranging, or challenging. The music is commonly distributed by independent record labels, avoiding the mainstream records industry. For that reason, it is also referred to as independent or indie music.

While the definition can apply to any genre, alternative music is mainly used to refer to alternative rock/pop. The music itself can be characterized by complex guitar melodies, lyrics dealing with social issues, and the use of layered instruments.

Alternative music has been around since the 1950s. In 1955, The Great Pretender by The Platters became the first-ever alternative song to be recorded and also the first in the genre to top the Billboard Top 100 charts. The genre would stay dormant for a while before being popularized by bands such as Nirvana in the 1990s with their hit songs such as Come As You Are and Smells Like Teen Spirit.

Biggest Alternative Concerts

Alternative concerts shy away from being highly commercialized unlike rock or pop, but you still can find some grand shows and festivals worth attending. For example, Lollapalooza in Grant Park, Chicago is a must-see festival for fans of the genre as it features a lot of alt concerts. 

Austin City Limits, headlined by The Red Hot Chilli Peppers, is another great alternative festival that you can experience. It is also one of the longest-running festivals in American history, with over 40 years of annual entertainment. 

Going to the west coast, the Desert Daze Festival that takes place in Moreno Beach, California is also something to look forward to. 

What Seats are the Best at a Concert

Indie concerts tend to be small-scale and intimate. You will have a great experience no matter where you sit. For bigger concerts, it is wise to pick your place in the middle, or left or right as long as you are some distance away from the stage. 

How to Buy Cheap Concert Tickets

Are you hoping to experience something different with alternative music concerts? Buy some alternative tickets and you’ll be on your way to some merry entertainment. Our website is a convenient place to buy tickets as we list tickets for a lot of concerts in the US, from various authentic ticket sellers. It is a great place to start your musical journey.

You can also use our event calendar to search for concerts near your local area. Just search by city or state to find the best concerts you can attend. If you’re lucky, you can catch tours by your favorite artists.

Popular Indie/Alt Artists & Bands On Tour

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