The sun is shining, you’re out of work early and you want to do something fun with your night… If you’re in the Boston area this summer, you are in luck with some amazing concerts coming to the area this summer. With a wide variety of genres and locations, there’s no chance you’ll be bored over the upcoming months. Check out this list for 10 of the best concerts to save up for!
1. Bon Jovi
Where? Mohegan Sun, CT
When? May 5
Although it’s a little out of the way, make a weekend out of it and spend the night at Mohegan Sun. Spend your time eating, gambling and rocking out to some of your favorite ‘oldies’ with Bon Jovi at his This House Is Not For Sale Tour.
2. Post Malone
Where? Xfinity Center, Mansfield MA
When? May 24
Ok so he might look like a goofball but there’s no denying Post Malone has talent. Grab some friends and purchase cheap lawn tickets for a fun night to kick off the summer.
3. U2
Where? TD Garden, Boston MA
When? June 21 & June 22
U2 has been rocking out since their formation in Dublin in 1976. Join them for what could easily be one of their last tours at the TD Garden to see what all the hype is about. Make a night out of it with a dinner nearby at the North End and a post-concert bar night in Faneuil Hall.
4. Luke Bryan
Where? Fenway Park, Boston MA
When? July 6
What’s better than a country concert in the summer? Oh that’s right, a country concert in the summer at Fenway Park. Dig out your cowgirl hats and denim and join Luke Bryan with special guests Sam Hunt and Jon Pardi.
5. Shania Twain
Where? TD Garden, Boston MA
When? July 11, 2018
Superstar Shania Twain announces her NOW tour will return to Boston for the first time in a long time this summer. Join Shania as she sings fan favorites from “Man! I Feel like a Woman!” to “I’m Gonna Getcha Good”. Cheap tickets still available!
6. Taylor Swift
Where? July 26, 27 & 28
When? Gillette Stadium, Foxborough MA
Taylor Swift sure knows how to sell out Gillette Stadium and this summer is no exception. Join the thousands of “Swifties” as they sing along to the classics and new singles in Taylor’s highly anticipated return to the Boston area.
7. Arctic Monkeys
Where? TD Garden, Boston MA
When? July 27
With a new album rumored to drop this May, what better time to rock out with a classic English rock band? This boy band is sure to bring you back to your high-school punk rock phase, in the best way possible of course.
8. Jimmy Buffet
Where? Fenway Park, Boston MA
When? August 9
Join Jimmy Buffet & the Coral Reefer Band for the “Son of a Son of a Sailor” tour this summer and be instantly teleported somewhere tropical. No stranger to Fenway Park, this fun-loving artist will be sure to leave the crowd feeling nothing but good vibes. Make a weekend out of the Fenway Park concert series and stay for Billy Joel the following night.
9. Billy Joel
Where? Fenway Park, Boston MA
When? August 10
The Piano Man is sure to be a crowd pleaser at Fenway Park this summer. A returning artist of the beloved ballpark, Billy Joel knows how to put on a good show. Act fast with these tickets as they are selling out soon!
10. Zac Brown Band
Where? Fenway Park, Boston MA
When? June 14 & June 15
More Fenway Park veterans, ZBB is back and better than ever with their Down the Rabbit Hole tour this summer. Join the men for a night full of instrumental genius and pure bliss.
Better start saving up!