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2024 is the year of the mega-tour. After two years of tours and concerts being rescheduled, postponed, or canceled, music fans are excited to see live shows start up in earnest.
Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen led the list of hugely successful tours last year, and even more stars are expected to hit the road this year. Missy Elliott, Megan Thee Stallion, Alanis Morissette, Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, Avril Lavigne, Billy Joel, Olivia Rodrigo, The Eagles, Bob Dylan, Dave Matthews, The Rolling Stones and Stevie Nicks are just some of the artists who have announced tours for this year. And artists like Swift have extended their tour dates into 2024.
Below you'll find a list of 25 tours and music festivals to attend this year, along with ticket details. We'll be updating this article regularly, so be sure to check back for new dates and ticket information. If you're looking for ticket discounts, Billboard is offering a money-saving offer on Vivid Seats. Use code: BB2024 to get $20 off select purchases of $250 or more (offer valid on first purchase only).
For more tour guides, check out our roundups of 2023 US Latin Tours, Las Vegas Residency Tours, and Country Music Tours.
Must-see music tour list (currently being updated)
Billie Eilish performs with Labyrinth at the Mojave Tent during the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California on April 15, 2023. Monica Schipper/Getty Images for Coachella
Alanis Morissette's Triple Moon Tour kicks off June 9th in Phoenix. The tour will feature Joan Jett and the Blackhearts. Purchase tickets here and here.
Avril Lavigne — The Avril Lavigne: The Greatest Hits Tour kicks off May 22. All Time Low, Simple Plan, Royal and the Serpent and Girlfriends will perform on select dates. Tickets are available here and here.
Billie Eilish's The Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour kicks off later this year, tickets can be purchased here and here.
Billy Joel — In addition to joining a co-headlining tour with Stevie Nicks, Billy Joel has a solo show coming up this year. Get tickets here.
Blink-182 – Blink-182 will be back on tour in North America this summer, tickets can be purchased here.
Bruce Springsteen – After postponing dates for 2023, Bruce Springsteen resumed touring in March. Tickets for The Boss can be purchased here and here.
The Bush – Bush – Loaded: Greatest Hits Tour kicks off on July 26th. Get your tickets here .
Chris Stapleton – If you enjoyed his performance of the National Anthem at last year's Super Bowl, you'll want to see this country star live. Tickets are available here.
Dave Matthews Band — The Dave Matthews Band tour begins today (May 22). Tickets are available here and here.
The Eagles – The legendary band have announced a stop in the UK as part of the band's farewell tour. Buy your Eagles tickets here.
Foo Fighters – The Foo Fighters’ Everything or Nothing tour begins in July. Tickets are available here and here.
Janet Jackson — Following the success of her Together Again tour last year, Janet Jackson is extending her stage presence. Get tickets here.
Jennifer Lopez — Jennifer Lopez's tour kicks off June 26. Get tickets here .
Justin Timberlake — Justin Timberlake has announced additional dates for his Forget Tomorrow World Tour. Tickets are available here and here.
Luke Combs – Luke Combs has extended his Growing Up and Gettin' Old tour through the summer, tickets available here and here .
Nicki Minaj – Pink Friday 2 Tour begins in March. Tickets can be purchased here and here.
Megan Thee Stallion — Hot Girl Summer Tour kicked off on May 14. Get tickets here and here .
Missy Elliott performs onstage during Lovers & Friends Music Festival at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds in Las Vegas on May 6, 2023. Aaron J. Thornton/WireImage
Missy Elliott — Busta Rhymes, Ciara and Timberland will join Missy Elliott on her first-ever headlining tour in July. Tickets for the Out of This World: The Missy Elliott Experience 2024 tour are available here and here.
Metallica – The highly anticipated M72 Tour by the rock legends returns to North America this summer. Get your tickets here and here.
Olivia Rodrigo – The Guts Tour is currently touring Europe. The tour returns to the United States in July. Get your tickets here and here.
Paramore – This pop-punk band is currently overseas with Taylor Swift. Click here for tickets to Paramore's Eras tour.
The Rolling Stones' Hackney Diamonds tour kicked off in Houston on April 28. Buy tickets here .
Stevie Nicks – Stevie Nicks will be on tour starting in February. To see this music icon live, purchase your tickets here.
The international leg of the Taylor Swift – Eras Tour kicked off in Japan in February, and the pop star is set to return to the U.S. later this year. Tickets are available here.
Music festivals 2024: where to get tickets
A summary of the atmosphere from Day 2 of the 2016 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival Weekend 2 at the Empire Polo Club on April 23, 2016 in Indio, California. Daniel Leist/Coachella GI
Coachella, Stagecoach, SXSW, Lollapalooza, Dreamville Fest, Global Citizen Festival, and Austin City Limits are just a few of the many festivals on this year's calendar. See below for a list of upcoming festivals.
Austin City Limits Music Festival — The 2024 Austin City Limits Music Festival will be held October 4-6 and October 11-13.
Bonnaroo Festival — Post Malone, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fred Again, Rene Rupp, Megan Thee Stallion, Malaney Martinez, Diplo, Jason Isbell, Dominic Fike, T-Pain and more are on the Bonnaroo 2024 performer list. The festival will be held from June 13th to 16th. Purchase tickets here and here.
Bottle Rock Festival — Bottle Rock Festival takes place May 24-26 in Napa, California. The lineup includes Stevie Nicks, Megan Thee Stallion, St. Vincent, Nelly, Pearl Jam, Bebe Rexha, Ed Sheeran, Mana, The Kid Laroi, Kali Uchis, Queens of the Stone Age, and more. Get tickets here and here.
Boston Calling Festival — Ed Sheeran, Leon Bridges, Hozier, Tyler Childers, Trey Anastasio, The Killers, Megan Thee Stallion, The Revivalist, Chapel Rowan, Blondeshell and more will take to the stage at the 2024 Boston Calling Festival, taking place May 24-26. Purchase tickets here and here.
CMA Fest — CMA Fest returns to Nashville June 6-9. The lineup includes Gretchen Wilson, Rayna Roberts, Ashley McBryde, Britney Spencer, Jelly Roll, Brand, Gavin DeGraw, Chase Matthew, Carly Pearce, The War & Treaty, Lainey Wilson and Keith Urban. Get tickets here and here.
Lollapalooza Festival — Tyler, the Creator, Hozier, Stray Kids, The Killers, Metro Boomin, Blink-182, Melanie Martinez, Skrillex August 1 to 4. Get tickets here and here .