The rest of 2026 is rich with rock, pop, and R&B concerts coming to Pittsburgh. From supernova pop stars backed by a symphony orchestra to legends of the 70s, and everything in between, it’s time to get your friends together and pick some of these gems.
Pittsburgh’s Best Concerts for Rock, Pop, R&B, and More in 2026
St. Vincent with The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
June 2, Heinz Hall, 625 Liberty Avenue, Downtown
Six-time GRAMMY Award winner St. Vincent arrives in Pittsburgh for a rare orchestral performance that reimagines her genre-bending catalog on a grand scale. Joined by GRAMMYwinning conductor Jules Buckley, the show transforms songs from Marry Me, Actor, Strange Mercy, St. Vincent, MASSEDUCTION, Daddy’s Home, and All Born Screaming into sweeping symphonic arrangements.
Corinne Bailey Rae
June 3, Roxian Theatre, 425 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks
Twenty years later, Corinne Bailey Rae returns to the songs that started it all, performing her beloved debut album in full, including Put Your Records On and Like a Star. A soulful celebration of indie-soul magic.
Teddy Swims
June 7, Petersen Events Center, 3719 Terrace Street, Oakland
Something’s got a hold of us right now—and it’s the voice of Teddy Swims. One minute, it’s a smooth croon; the next, a note so big it practically needs its own zip code.
Shakey Graves
June 8, Roxian Theatre, 425 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks
Shakey Graves serves up foot-stomping folk and blues with a ramshackle charm, songs that sound like they were born somewhere between a front porch and a long highway.
Megan Moroney
June 16, PPG Paints Arena, 1001 Fifth Avenue, Downtown
Here, heart-on-sleeve lyrics meet breezy country hooks that feel equal parts heartbreak diary and late-night sing-along.
Esther Rose
June 23, Bottlerocket Social Hall, 1226 Arlington Avenue, Allentown
Santa Fe songwriter Esther Rose writes songs that sneak up on you; thoughtful, funny, a little sad, and impossible not to scream at the top of your lungs. Blending country storytelling with scrappy indie energy, her new album Want leans into bigger sounds and even bigger feelings.
Alex Warren
June 23, PPG Paints Arena, 1001 Fifth Avenue, Downtown
Tender one minute, dramatic the next, there’s nothing Ordinary about Alex Warren’s arena-ready catharsis.
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
June 24, Stage AE, 400 North Shore Drive, North Side
If you’ve never seen Trombone Shorty live, prepare for pure brass-fueled joy. Born and raised in New Orleans, Troy Andrews brings the spirit of the city with him, mixing funk, jazz, rock, and soul into a high-energy show that feels like a second-line parade crashing straight through the stage.
Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind, & Fire
June 30, PPG Paints Arena, 1001 Fifth Avenue, Downtown
Two legends, one night packed with decades of iconic songs. Lionel Richie brings timeless favorites like Hello, Easy, and All Night Long, while Earth, Wind & Fire deliver the horn-driven funk and disco magic behind classics like September and Let’s Groove.
Noah Kahan
July 3, PNC Park, 115 Federal Street, North Side
Noah Kahan writes folk-pop that lingers like a memory: restless, reflective, and full of open-road longing, where confession grows into a chorus big enough for everyone.
Louis Tomlinson
July 10, Stage AE, 400 North Shore Drive, North Side
If the One Direction era taught us anything, it’s that his fans will absolutely show up ready to scream every lyric.
Meghan Trainor
July 11, PPG Paints Arena, 1001 Fifth Avenue, Downtown
The powerhouse behind All About That Bass delivers bright choruses, cheeky charm, and a feel-good energy that turns the room into a celebration of selflove, sass, and irresistible pop.
Foreign Journey
July 16, Palace Theatre, 21 West Otterman Street, Greensburg
Turn the clock back; Foreign Journey brings the hits of Journey and Foreigner to life for an electrifying evening.
Cat Power
July 30, Mr. Smalls Theatre, 400 Lincoln Avenue, Millvale
Revisiting one of the most beloved albums in her catalog, The Greatest, a lush, soultinged turn in Chan Marshall’s songwriting, Cat Power brings these moving songs back to the stage, letting their smoky grooves and aching tenderness unfold in real time.
Rock Reggae & Relief 2026
August 8, Downtown
Peace, love, and a whole lot of basslines. This year featuring UB40 ft. Ali Campbell, The Elovaters, Tribal Seeds, The Hip Abduction, G. Love & Special Sauce, The Expendables, and more, the outdoor festival takes over Forbes Avenue and Market Square, all in support of Café Momentum, which empowers justice-involved youth through education, training, and paid work opportunities.
Courtney Barnett
August 12, Roxian Theatre, 425 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks
Known for turning everyday observations into sly, unforgettable songs, the Australian singer pairs signature deadpan wit with expansive guitar textures and immersive grooves.
Bruno Mars
August 29, Acrisure Stadium, 100 Art Rooney Avenue, North Side
Leave your inhibitions at the door and prepare to fall in love with pop all over again. Mars turns every show into a full-blown party, with everything from slow-burning ballads to glittering dance-floor jams; he radiates both romance and retro flair.
Rainbow Kitten Surprise
September 23, Stage AE, 400 North Shore Drive, North Side
Yes, the name is still delightful. And yes, the songs will still emotionally devastate you in the best way. Don’t be alarmed if there’s at least one moment where you stare into the middle distance.
CAAMP
September 25, Stage AE, 400 North Shore Drive, North Side
With campfire warmth and a restless road-trip spirit, Ohio folk favorites CAAMP turn simple songs into something softly spellbinding. You’ll most likely leave a little lighter than you arrived.
Andrea Bocelli
December 21, PPG Paints Arena, 1001 Fifth Avenue, Downtown
Global tenor Andrea Bocelli has spent decades bringing opera to audiences far beyond the concert hall. With a voice that moves effortlessly from grand arias to beloved crossover favorites, his performances carry a sense of scale and romance that turns a concert into a shared moment of awe.
Story by Jordan Snowden
Featured Photo by John V. Esparza
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