Top music festivals and concerts in September 2025

1. Riot Fest, Sep. 19-21 – Chicago, IL

A fall favorite returns with an epic lineup including Green Day, blink-182, Weezer, The Beach Boys, All Time Low, Gym Class Heroes, Jack White, and more. It’s a pop-punk and alternative rock extravaganza you won’t want to miss.

Visit riotfest.org to learn more.

2. Louder Than Life, Sep. 18 – Louisville, KY

Rock and metal fans, rejoice—Slayer, Deftones, Avenged Sevenfold, Bring Me the Horizon, $uicideboy$, Rob Zombie, and more will shred across multiple stages from September 18–21.

Visit louderthanlifefestival.com to learn more.

3. Shaky Knees Festival, Sep. 19 - 21 — Atlanta, GA

Indie and alternative acts like Cage the Elephant, Vampire Weekend, Sublime, Alabama Shakes, Spoon, TV on the Radio, and The Marías headline this multi-day festival (September 19–21), bringing vibrant rhythms to Piedmont Park.
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Visit shakykneesfestival.com to learn more.

4. Sea.Hear.Now Festival, Sep. 13-14 — Asbury Park, NJ

Featuring surf culture, art, and live music on the beach and boardwalk, this environmentally conscious festival kicks off mid-September with lineup and late-night announcements rolling out soon.

Visit seahearnowfestival.com to learn more.

5. Portola Music Festival, Sep. 20 — San Francisco, CA

Coming to Pier 80 on September 20–21, this dance-heavy festival features LCD Soundsystem, The Chemical Brothers, Christina Aguilera, Caribou, Blood Orange, Peggy Gou, and more.

Visit portolamusicfestival.com to learn more.

6. Oceans Calling Festival, Sep. 26-28 — Ocean City, MD

From September 26–28, this beachfront event (in partnership with O.A.R.) brings over 40 performances across three stages—blending classic boardwalk vibes with live music.
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Visit oceanscallingfestival.com to learn more.

7. Block Party Music & Art Festival, Sep. 20-21 — Seoul, South Korea

Taking over September 20–21, this eclectic block party spans multiple venues and genres—including rock, indie, punk, electronic, and performance art.

 

Big tour highlights to catch before the month ends

  • Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres Tour wraps up its global run on September 8, 2025 in London.
  • The Eagles take the stage again at the iconic Las Vegas Sphere starting September 5, delivering immersive visuals and timeless hits.
  • Other major artists still touring through September:
    • Bruno Mars (through Sept 6)
    • Drake (through Sept 23)
    • The Weeknd (through Sept 27)
    • Eric Clapton, Green Day, The Killers, and others with final dates in September.

Wrap Up

Whether you're planning a long weekend getaway, chasing festival adventures, or looking for the final shows on exciting tours, September is packed with unforgettable music moments that span genres, cities, and vibes.