Concerts in North Carolina 2026-2027

Trending Concerts in North Carolina

Popular Music Venues in North Carolina

What Are The Trending Concerts in North Carolina?

There are a lot of exciting upcoming concerts in North Carolina this season, with something for every taste — from stadium metal to chart-topping pop and cinematic spectacle. Metal titans Metallica (Jun 02, 2027) headline the massive Carter Finley Stadium in Raleigh as part of their M72 World Tour. Expect a stadium-sized wall of sound, so grab your tickets early.

Country superstar Kenny Chesney on Aug 21, 2027 is also stopping by, bringing his Original Vibe Room Tour to Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. If big summertime singalongs are your thing, this is a night not to miss.

Pop fans are spoiled for choice too. Rising star Gracie Abrams (Feb 26, 2027) plays her The Look at My Life Tour at the Spectrum Center, followed by former One Direction member Niall Horan on Apr 15, 2027 and his Dinner Party Live On Tour at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

Looking further ahead, film-score legend Hans Zimmer (Mar 09, 2027) brings his cinematic spectacle to the Spectrum Center, while opera icon Andrea Bocelli on Jan 29, 2027 caps off the season with his Romanza 30th Anniversary show at the same Charlotte arena.

Which Venues Host the Most Popular Concerts in North Carolina?

The North Carolina concerts are spread across the state, with plenty of action in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Asheville.

The The Fillmore Charlotte in Charlotte is a stylish mid-sized venue with excellent acoustics and an energetic atmosphere that draws a steady stream of touring acts. 

And then there's the beloved The Orange Peel in Asheville, one of the best-loved music halls in the Southeast; the intimate, high-energy vibe is simply unbeatable. 

The The Ritz, The Underground, and Spectrum Center are some of the hottest venues in the state where you can always find some interesting concerts coming up. In fact, you can find something to attend this weekend itself!

Picking the Right Concert for You

There are tons of top-tier music tours coming to North Carolina this year, and picking the best one can be tricky. Here are some points to consider if you’re struggling to narrow down your choices:

Explore artist line ups. Find out what support bands are playing alongside your favourite artists and listen to some of their top songs (you can do all this here on Concerts50!). The support act might end up stealing the show!

Pin down what dates you’re free and eliminate any concerts that you definitely can’t make.

Set a budget for how much you’re willing to spend on concert tickets per person and research the full ticket prices for the gigs you’re thinking of attending.

Choose your ticket type. Standing or seated? It’s up to you, but make sure your venue has the right tickets in stock to accommodate your preferences.

Finding and Buying Cheap Concert Tickets

Going to gigs can get expensive, especially since ticket prices keep going up. So, here’s our list of tips on finding and buying cheap concert tickets safely:

• Apply for presale tickets by following artists and venues on social media.
• Subscribe to mailing lists from your favourite bands and venues.
• Enter radio station giveaways and other raffles for a chance to win free tickets.
• Buy tickets directly from the box office to cut out online processing fees.
• Compare prices across multiple trusted platforms
• Be aware of dynamic pricing: less popular gig tickets might drop dramatically in price, giving you a chance to get in for cheap

Preparing for Concerts in North Carolina: What to Bring, Wear and Prepare

All you need to bring to a concert are your tickets. But here’s a list of things to prepare when organising your night out in NC.

1. Bring noise-reducing earplugs to prevent long-term hearing damage
2. Plan your transportation beforehand. Book train tickets, hotel rooms, parking spaces etc. in advance where necessary.
3. Dress and pack light.
4. Keep any valuables concealed in an inside pocket, away from pickpockets.
5. Choose shoes you can comfortably stand in for hours at a time.
6. Depending on the genre, wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little wrecked, or even lost.

Advantages of Finding Concert Tickets using Concerts50

Here at Concerts50, we list a vast array of concerts across countless cities, states and countries, giving you the widest choice when it comes to locating live music and concerts near you. You can filter gigs by date range, popularity, location and genre, while finding out tons of information about the venues and artists you have in mind. Concerts50 is your one-stop-shop when it comes to researching and booking gigs, no matter what sort of music experience you’re craving.

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Just hop on over to our North Carolina concert listings to book tickets to the best gigs in the state!