The year 2024 marked an impressive year for musical tours, with superstars like Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, and Olivia Rodrigo selling out stadiums internationally. If you’re looking to chase that post-concert sadness with another to look forward to, check out who’s coming to Long Island in 2025.
Sitting directly adjacent to the borough of Queens in Belmont Park, the UBS Arena is a multi-purpose indoor stadium that seats up to 19,000 for concerts and similar events. Visit the home of the New York Islanders to see some big names in music this year.
World A Vibes Musicfest
Focused on celebrating and promoting fresh talent mainly in the Caribbean dancehall scene, World A Vibes (WAV) Musicfest finds its way to the UBS Arena on Mar. 28, 2025, with artists like Spice, Skeng Don, Valiant, and more.
Mary J. Blige
The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul and R&B, with her The For My Fans Tour, will be in Elmont alongside special guests NE-YO and Mario. Nine-time Grammy Award winner Mary J. Blige will bless New York with her presence on Apr. 11, 2025.
Aidonia’s 20th Anniversary
Sizzla, Mavado, Govana, and more join the Aidonia 20th Anniversary party when it makes its way to the UBS Area. You can catch this reggae and dancehall celebration on May 3, 2025.
Kane Brown
A country singer who first garnered an audience from social media, Kane Brown visits Elmont on his The High Road Tour on May 16, 2025.
Chris Stapleton
Winner of 10 Grammy Awards, Chris Stapleton brings his signature country style to New York at the UBS Arena. Be sure to see him perform on July 23, 2025.
Ramón Ayala
Mexican music legend Ramón Ayala celebrates his career and musical traditions with his Historia De Un Final tour. You can see him in action at the UBS Arena on Aug. 22, 2025.
Northwell at Jones Beach Theater (Wantagh, NY)
With a capacity of 15,000 and located right on the water, this outdoor amphitheater is the perfect location to spend your summer nights. See who’s playing this year at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater to make this summer one to remember.
Luke Bryan
You won’t want to miss this five-time “Entertainer of the Year” award winner when he comes to the Jones Beach Theater on May 31, 2025. The country star will be sure to put on a show for his Country Song Came On Tour.
Halsey
Halsey visits Wantagh in 2025 for her For My Last Trick Tour. You can see the “Closer” singer at the Jones Beach Theater this summer on June 6.
Dave Matthews Band
One of the most influential bands in rock history, Dave Matthews Band will be hitting the Jones Beach Theater stage this summer. Be sure to see them for an unforgettable concert event on June 11, 2025.
Simple Minds
Scottish rock band Simple Minds, known globally for their 1985 hit “Don’t You (Forget About Me),” will be in New York on June 13, 2025.
Keith Urban
Four-time Grammy Award winner Keith Urban goes on his High and Alive Tour this year, and you can see him at the Jones Beach Theater on June 14, 2025. With 15 Academy of Country Music Awards and 13 CMA Awards, Keith Urban delivers country music you need to see!
Kidz Bop Live
Give the children in your life a night of music with the Kidz Bop Live Tour. With family-friendly versions of the biggest hits in music, Kidz Bop arrives in Wantagh on July 11, 2025.
Thomas Rhett
One of the 30 cities that Thomas Rhett will be touring, the Jones Beach Theater will be hosting Rhett on July 12, 2025, for his Better In Boots Tour. Put on your own pair of cowboy boots and get ready for a night of country.
Creed
Prominent in the post-grunge movement of the late 90s and early 2000s, Creed embarks on their Summer of ’99 Tour this year. Relive the grunge era at the Jones Beach Theater on July 15, 2025.
Summer of Loud Tour
Worried your summer is going to be too boring? Metalcore staples Parkway Drive, Killswitch Engage, I Prevail, and Beartooth will all play the Jones Beach Theater stage on July 20, 2025.
Big Time Rush
Relive childhood nostalgia with Big Time Rush back on tour again with their In Real Life Worldwide Tour. You can see the boys of BTR in Wantagh on July 23, 2025.
Pantera + Amon Amarth
Snaking their way through over two dozen cities, Pantera visits Wantagh with Amon Amarth. You can see the creators of “Power Groove” on the Jones Beach Theater stage on July 26, 2025.
Nelly + Ja Rule & Eve
Celebrating 25 years of his debut album Country Grammar, Nelly joins forces with Ja Rule, Eve, and more to bring the party to you. Come see his Where the Party At Tour at the Jones Beach Theater on July 27, 2025.
Outlaw Music Festival
On its 10th anniversary tour, see the Outlaw Music Festival at the Jones Beach Theater on Aug. 1, 2025, and witness iconic musical acts such as Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, and more.
Goo Goo Dolls
“Iris” band Goo Goo Dolls makes their way to the Jones Beach Theater with Dashboard Confessional for their Summer Anthem Tour. They’ll hit the stage in Wantagh on Aug. 2, 2025.
The Doobie Brothers + Coral Reefer Band
On Aug. 10, 2025, The Doobie Brothers take the Jones Beach Theater stage, backed by the late Jimmy Buffet’s band The Coral Reefer Band, for a night of their signature rock music.
Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts
With a new backing band, rock legend Neil Young hits the road again with a stop in Wantagh. You won’t want to miss this Rock and Roll Hall of Fame musician when he takes the Jones Beach Theater stage on Aug. 23, 2025.
Papa Roach + Rise Against
Papa Roach and Rise Against join forces to bring an incredible show to stages across North America. With special guest Underoath, you have to be at the Jones Beach Theater stage on Sept. 13, 2025.
The Paramount (Huntington, NY)
Opened in 2011 and located in downtown Huntington, The Paramount has become a prime stop for live music events and houses 1,500 for a more intimate experience. You won’t want to miss these acts coming in 2025.
Smokey Robinson
Motown star Smokey Robinson visits The Paramount on Mar. 6, 2025. Be sure to take this opportunity to witness a generational voice in person on stage.
Best of the Eagles
The most exact interpretation of the Eagles’ music comes to Huntington this year. Come enjoy the music at The Paramount on Mar. 8, 2025.
Kim Dracula & HANABIE.
Alt-metal expressionists Kim Dracula & HANABIE. are teaming up for this incredible co-headlining tour. You can see them both at The Paramount on Mar. 16, 2025.
An Evening with José González
Hailed by Rolling Stone for his rewarding music, José González invites you to an evening of his unique talent at The Paramount on Mar. 24, 2025.
Neil Forever Performs Neil Diamond
Capturing the power of Neil Diamond’s live shows is the 14-piece band of Neil Forever. You won’t want to miss this extraordinary experience on Mar. 28, 2025.
Christopher Macchio
Long Island native Christopher Macchio is an internationally renowned classical-crossover vocalist, and you can witness his profound talent in person at The Paramount on Mar. 29, 2025.
Nettspend
Seventeen-year-old rapper Nettspend brings his distinctive and impressive approach to ethereal rap songs to Huntington, performing at The Paramount on Apr. 3, 2025.
Mike DelGuidice
Renowned vocalist Mike DelGuidice, known for touring with Billy Joel, hits The Paramount stage for two nights. Be sure to catch his renditions of classic rock favorites mixed in with his own originals on Apr. 4, 2025.
The Wallflowers
Grammy Award-winning Jakob Dylan leads The Wallflowers, who come to Huntington on Apr. 6, 2025.
Melissa Etheridge
Don’t miss Melissa Etheridge’s rock anthems on Apr. 8, 2025, when she makes her way to Huntington to perform at The Paramount.
Franz Ferdinand
Scottish rock band Franz Ferdinand blends indie rock and post-punk revival music, making them a must-see on The Paramount stage in 2025. You can catch them on Apr. 11, 2025.
Omar Courtz
Omar Courtz, a Puerto Rican reggaeton and Latin pop singer, was first discovered by Pitbull in 2017 and released his debut album last year. Witness this rising star at The Paramount on Apr. 17, 2025.
John Waite
With hits spanning over 40 years, John Waite visits Huntington this year. Relive some of the most loved songs of the ’80s and ’90s at The Paramount on Apr. 18, 2025.
Cold Beer On A Saturday Night Ft. Jimmy Kenny and the Pirate Beach Band
Feel the summer vibes early with the Jimmy Kenny and the Pirate Beach Band, who play all the beach country sounds of Jimmy Buffet, Cesney, and Zac Brown at The Paramount on Apr. 19, 2025.
Back to the Eighties Show with Jessie’s Girl
New York City’s top rock and pop vocalists, with music scene veterans, come together to form the greatest tribute to ’80s music. Come see Jessie’s Girl at The Paramount on Apr. 26, 2025.
Brit Floyd
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here album, Brit Floyd visits Huntington for an iconic night of rock music. Make your way to The Paramount on Apr. 28, 2025, to watch their biggest production to date on their 2025 tour.
Larry Fleet
Blue-collar worker turned country singer Larry Fleet comes to The Paramount on his Hard Work, Holy Water tour on May 2, 2025.
Pain of Truth, Sunami, Drug Church, Haywire, & Stand Still
Watch these five metal bands come together for one epic night of music at The Paramount on May 3, 2025.
Marilyn Manson
On May 6, 2025, the infamous rock band Marilyn Manson takes The Paramount stage for a night of their North American tour.
BoyWithUke
Join BoyWithUke with Ethan Bortnick as he embarks on his Burnout World Tour in support of his final album Burnout under the moniker. You can see him at The Paramount on May 7, 2025.
Gene Simmons Band
Rock legend Gene Simmons of KISS comes to Huntington’s Paramount on May 9, 2025. Loved internationally and a breaker of multiple records, Gene Simmons is an absolute must-see.
Lake Street Dive
Blending soul, folk, jazz, and pop, Lake Street Dive visits The Paramount and brings their crowd-connecting energy with them. See them take the stage on May 13, 2025.
Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience
Are you a huge Swiftie in need of a live Taylor music fix? Come to The Paramount on May 30, 2025, to experience the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift.
Appetite for Destruction
See the Guns N’ Roses tribute band Appetite for Destruction at The Paramount for a faithful rendition of the iconic rock band. You can see them take the stage on June 7, 2025.
Voyage: Celebrating The Music of Journey
Voyage is the world’s premier Journey tribute band, bringing the passion of Journey to The Paramount stage in Huntington. You can witness the Journey magic on June 13, 2025.
Turnover
Celebrating 10 years since their album Peripheral Vision, Turnover arrives at The Paramount on June 14, 2025, for the decade celebration.
Robin Trower
Former guitarist for Procol Harum, Robin Trower, embarks on yet another solo tour. You can see the international guitar hero himself at The Paramount on June 20, 2025.
The Fab Faux Ft. The Hogshead Horns & The Creme Tangerine Strings
Be sure to be at The Paramount to see The Fab Faux perform The Beatles’ A Hard Day’s Night and Abbey Road in their entireties on June 21, 2025.
Get the Led Out
Led Zeppelin cover band Get the Led Out comes to The Paramount stage for two nights on June 27 & 28, 2025. Re-creating the songs of Led Zeppelin in all of their depth, you won’t want to miss this high-energy Zeppelin concert.
The Sixties Show
Based on the greatest 1960s musical re-creation concert, you can see The Sixties Show in Huntington on June 29, 2025.
OMD
Originally scheduled for October 12, 2024, this OMD has been postponed to July 6, 2025. All tickets will be honored for this rescheduled date.
Jim Morrison Celebration Ft. Wild Child
A mesmerizing live concert recreation, you can catch the Jim Morrison Celebration at The Paramount on July 25, 2025.
The Australian Pink Floyd Show
Recreating Pink Floyd’s iconic live sets for over 30 years, the Australian Pink Floyd Show comes to The Paramount on Sept. 17, 2025, in celebration of Wish You Were Here’s 50th Anniversary.
Bayside
Bayside embarks on their 25th anniversary tour this summer, visiting Huntington on Sept. 26, 2025.
Little Feat
Rock band Little Feat brings their Strike Up The Band Tour to The Paramount, and you can catch them in Huntington on Oct. 25, 2025.
Lawrence
Sibling duo Clyde and Gracie Lawrence bring their eight-piece band to The Paramount this year. You can see the high energy for yourself on Oct. 31, 2025.
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