As the cloudy days gradually become lesser, and the sun starts warming up Philly, why not treat yourself to some of the best entertainment the city has to offer? From Tony-award-winning musicals to the hottest new pop sensations, Philadelphia venues are set to host some of the most exciting shows in the US this summer. Below we have curated a list of the finest shows on offer this May-July season!

May

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical | Until May 5, 2024 | Tickets

Tracing the career of Carole King, and endorsed by the beloved Grammy winner herself, Beautiful was the feel-good Broadway hit of 2014, scoring two Tony Awards. Described by The New York Times as "A complex, revitalizing portrait of the real, conflicted person within the reluctant star", Beautiful: The Carole King Musical is an inspiring story about the rocky road to superstardom!

Hozier | May 25, 2024 | Tickets

The man who took us to Church is extending his 2023 tour 'Unreal Unearth' into 2024! With a big, soulful voice that plunges to dark, melancholy depths and ascends into wild, fierce howls, Andrew Hozier-Byrne has proved that the hype is justified. The video for his first-ever single, "Take Me to Church," went viral in 2013, reaching over 700 million views to date.

Megan Thee Stallion | May 22, 2024 | Tickets

The three-time Grammy-winning hip hop mogul is heading out on her Hot Girl Summer World Tour, featuring her top-charting hits like WAP, Hiss, 34+35, Savage and Big Ole Freak, and tracks from her albums 'Good News' and 'Traumazine'. Fans can anticipate an electrifying summer as the Queen of Rap makes waves across the US!

Rain: A Tribute To The Beatles | May 12, 2024 | Tickets

Together longer than The Beatles themselves, RAIN has mastered every song, gesture and nuance of the legendary group, delivering a totally live, note-for-note performance that's as infectious as it is transporting. From the early hits to later classics that The Beatles never got the chance to play live - including the most complex and challenging songs - this adoring tribute will take you back to a time when all you needed was love, peace and a little help from your friends!

JUNE

The Rolling Stones | June 11, 2024 | Tickets

The rock legends, The Rolling Stones, are back with a brand new tour in support of the new album 'Hackney Diamonds'! Emerging in the 1960s as the bad boys of rock 'n' roll, the Stones were the down-and-dirty counterpart to The Beatles' clean-cut image. Always courting controversy with their subject matter and their offstage antics, The Stones nevertheless produced some of the most indelible tracks of the decade, channeling their love of American blues into songs like '(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction,' 'Jumpin' Jack Flash,' and 'Ruby Tuesday.'

Once On This Island | May 17 - June 16, 2024 | Tickets

A cross between Romeo and Juliet, The Little Mermaid, and modern Disney classic Moana, Once On This Island first garnered critical acclaim during its first Broadway and West End runs in the early 90s, and again for its Broadway revival in 2017. The bittersweet, modern musical fairytale now enjoys a local Premiere during your 2023/24 season!

Santana | June 21, 2024 | Tickets

Commonly recognized as one of the world's great guitarists, Carlos Santana has had an extraordinary career stretching back more than fifty years. Now, the Black Magic Woman guitar wizard will be co-headlining with Grammy nominees Counting Crows on the 'Oneness Tour'. Fans can expect to hear their timeless hits from both acts as well as fan favorites. It'll be an unforgettable show!

The Pixies and Modest Mouse | June 12, 2024 | Tickets

The American rocker's Pixies and Modest Mouse are extending their co-headlining tour with support from singer-songwriter Cat Power! 20 additional dates and cities have been added to this tour. Paving the way for the grunge scene which was to follow, Pixies crowning glory came with 1989's Doolittle, which included the classics 'Here Comes Your Man', 'Debaser' and 'Gouge Away'. Since 1993, Modest Mouse have been a by word for the ultimate in indie cool. With piercing and sometimes poignant lyric insights over crashing guitars, they made the mainstream with 1997's The Lonesome Crowded West but hit Platinum with 2004's Good News for People who Love Bad News that included the alternative anthem 'Float On'. For fans of alternative music, this night will surely be the highlight of the summer!

JULY

Funny Girl | July 16 - 28, 2024 | Tickets

Classic musical theatre lovers will be overjoyed to hear that Jules Stein and Bob Merill's iconic show, Funny Girl, is heading out on tour! Telling the autobiographical tale of comedian Fanny Brice, who found fame in the early 20th century. Funny Girl is a humorous and heartful ride through Brice's life, showing that despite her problems, her wit, and smarts kept her own parade going!

West Side Story | July 12 - 28, 2024 | Tickets

In 1957, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Jerome Robbins solidified their musical theatre legend status when the dazzling West Side Story leaped onto Broadway. Fusing mounting tensions of artfully danced street warfare and an arresting Rome-and-Juliet-esque romance, the all-singing, all-dancing spectacular went on to become one of the greatest musicals ever to grace the Great White Way and the world over. Make sure to catch this iconic show this July!

Blink 182 | July 26, 2024 | Tickets

'90s legends, Blink-182, are heading out on a brand new tour in support of their latest album 'One More Time,' with special guests Pierce The Veil! Expect to hear new material along with their nostalgic fan favorites, including 'All The Small Things,' 'What's My Age Again?' and 'Adam's Song.' It's going to be one night you don't want to miss.

Olivia Rodrigo | July 19, 2024 | Tickets

Disney star turned Grammy-winning pop star Olivia Rodrigo is heading on a massive 2024 tour! Titled 'Guts World Tour' this brand new trek will have support from The Breeders, Chappell Roan, Remi Wolf and Pinkpantheress. Rodrigo's screen-to-stage transition has gone very well indeed, with already earning SEVEN Grammy nominations, winning three, despite only starting her musical career in 2020!

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