LOS ANGELES — A wave of high-profile concert tours headlined by global superstars is set to transform August 2025 into a record-breaking month for U.S. tourism. With cities like Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Miami, and Nashville gearing up to host sold-out performances, local economies are bracing for a surge of visitors arriving for live…
NEWPORT, R.I. — The 2025 Newport Folk Festival brought a wave of unforgettable moments, heartfelt tributes, and genre-defying collaborations to Fort Adams State Park this weekend. As one of the most anticipated music festivals in the country, this year’s edition lived up to its legacy — and then some. boygenius Reunites for Surprise Set Fans…
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK — The Great New York State Fair is turning up the volume for its 2025 edition with a star-studded concert lineup that spans genres, decades, and generations. Set against the backdrop of one of the biggest annual events in the Northeast, the 2025 fair concerts promise unforgettable nights from August 20 through…
PASADENA — Legendary jazz drummer Roy McCurdy will take the stage for a free live jazz concert at Vroman’s Bookstore on Saturday, August 2, from 5 to 6 p.m., delivering a rare and intimate performance alongside other jazz talents. The event is part of the Summer Concert Series co-sponsored by the Pasadena Conservatory of Music…
CHICAGO — A brand-new neighborhood music festival is set to debut this September in Edgewater, bringing more than 35 musical acts, 100 local vendors, and a wave of excitement to the North Side. The Edgewater Music Fest will run September 5–7 along North Broadway between Thorndale and Ardmore Avenues, marking the first large-scale event of…
CHICAGO — Morgan Wallen’s Sand in My Boots Music Festival has officially been crowned the most expensive music festival in the U.S., according to a recent analysis by Hard Rock Bet. Held in Gulf Shores, Alabama, the three-day event in May drew around 40,000 fans each day and has now topped the charts — not…
UNITED STATES — Rising pop powerhouse Chappell Roan is giving her American fans something to cheer about this fall with a string of exclusive pop-up concerts in three major cities. The tour follows her explosive breakout year and Grammy win for Best New Artist — and it’s set to be a celebration with heart. Pop-Up…
The 2025 edition of the Venice International Film Festival is shaping up to be one of the most star-studded in recent memory. Organizers announced a dazzling lineup on Tuesday that includes films featuring Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Emma Stone, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, all set to compete for the coveted Golden Lion award. The…
LOS ANGELES — Downtown LA lit up with Disney energy this week as the Descendants-Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour rolled into Crypto.com Arena for its second consecutive sold-out show, drawing fans of all ages for a night of crossover pop magic. The nationwide tour — now in full swing — is bringing together cast members and…
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA — Country fans are in for a two-night live music showcase this fall, as Josh Meloy and Ashley McBryde are set to headline back-to-back concerts at WestWorld of Scottsdale, bringing two distinctive country styles to the desert under the stars. The performances are scheduled from 9:30 to 11 p.m. on Friday, November 28,…