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Indie/Alt Concerts 2025-2026

Date
Wed, 7:00 PM
Oct 8
2025
Big Night Live - Boston, MA
tickets
$119
Thu, 7:00 PM
Oct 9
2025
The Rooftop At Pier 17 - New York, NY
tickets
$154
Fri, 7:00 PM
Oct 10
2025
The Rooftop At Pier 17 - New York, NY
tickets
$174
Sun, 8:00 PM
Oct 12
2025
The Met Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA
tickets
$119
Mon, 8:00 PM
Oct 13
2025
The Anthem - Washington, DC
tickets
$88
Tue, 7:30 PM
Oct 7
2025
Kia Forum - Inglewood, CA
tickets
$108
Dance pop sensation Dua Lipa has announced her next tour named Radical Optimism Tour, which will begin on November 5, 2024, and go all the way up to October 16, 2025. Dua Lipa ... more
Wed, 7:30 PM
Oct 8
2025
Kia Forum - Inglewood, CA
tickets
$101
Sat, 7:30 PM
Oct 11
2025
Chase Center - San Francisco, CA
tickets
$262
Sun, 7:30 PM
Oct 12
2025
Chase Center - San Francisco, CA
$96
Tue, 19:00
Oct 7
2025
ACCOR ARENA - Paris, France
€20
OneRepublic are going on tour in December 2025, with 39 concerts currently booked across Europe, Asia and North America. These gigs follow the release of the band’s sixth ... more
Wed, 18:30
Oct 8
2025
Lotto Arena - Antwerp, Belgium
€82
Fri, 21:00
Oct 10
2025
Unipol Arena - Casalecchio di Reno, Italy
€88
Sat, 20:45
Oct 11
2025
Unipol Forum - Assago, Italy
€93
Fri, 20:30
Oct 10
2025
Paradiso - Amsterdam, Netherlands
€70
Sun, 19:00
Oct 12
2025
La Madeleine - Brussels, Belgium
€269
Wed, 8:00 PM
Oct 8
2025
Jacobs Pavilion - Cleveland, OH
$87
Fri, 8:00 PM
Oct 10
2025
Outer Harbor Buffalo - Buffalo, NY
Sat, 8:00 PM
Oct 11
2025
MegaCorp Pavilion - Newport, KY
$97
Tue, 7:00 PM
Oct 7
2025
Gas South Arena - Duluth, GA
tickets
$101
Thu, 7:00 PM
Oct 9
2025
Chaifetz Arena - St. Louis, MO
tickets
$111
Fri, 7:00 PM
Oct 10
2025
UW - Milwaukee Panther Arena - Milwaukee, WI
tickets
$124
Sat, 7:00 PM
Oct 11
2025
The Armory - Minneapolis, MN
tickets
$147
Sun, 7:00 PM
Oct 12
2025
The Armory - Minneapolis, MN
tickets
$136
Tue, 8:00 PM
Oct 7
2025
Tacoma Dome - Tacoma, WA
tickets
$59
Wed, 8:00 PM
Oct 8
2025
Moda Center - Portland, OR
tickets
$33
Fri, 8:00 PM
Oct 10
2025
Oakland Arena - Oakland, CA
tickets
$98
Sat, 8:00 PM
Oct 11
2025
Crypto.com Arena - Los Angeles, CA
tickets
$245
Fri, 19:00
Oct 10
2025
Ancienne Belgique - Brussels, Belgium
€57
Sat, 18:00
Oct 11
2025
Estadio Alfredo Harp Helú - Mexico City, Mexico
$3577
Sat, 17:00
Oct 11
2025
Ariake Arena - Koto, Japan
¥521
Sun, 16:00
Oct 12
2025
Ariake Arena - Koto, Japan
¥334
Mon, 16:00
Oct 13
2025
Ariake Arena - Koto, Japan
¥234
Tue, 18:00
Oct 7
2025
Helsinki Ice Hall - Helsinki, Finland
€176
Thu, 19:30
Oct 9
2025
Hovet - Stockholm, Sweden
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Fri, 19:30
Oct 10
2025
Telenor Arena - Fornebu, Norway
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Sat, 20:00
Oct 11
2025
Royal Arena - Copenhagen, Denmark
kr136
Tue, 7:30 PM
Oct 7
2025
Hard Rock Live (in Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood) - Hollywood, FL
tickets
$142
Wed, 7:30 PM
Oct 8
2025
Benchmark International Arena - Tampa, FL
tickets
$103
Fri, 7:30 PM
Oct 10
2025
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion sponsored by Huntsman - The Woodlands, TX
tickets
$70
Sat, 7:30 PM
Oct 11
2025
Dickies Arena - Fort Worth, TX
tickets
$126

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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