When making a list of the best summer concerts in and around Fort Worth, past years have required a little cheating by including some from Dallas.

That won't be the case this year, as Fort Worth (and the neighboring Arlington) will host plenty of big concerts, making the case for the city to be just as enticing for bold-named artists as that city to the east.

Below are some of the most-anticipated concerts of the summer, listed in chronological order. While not a comprehensive list of every concert taking place, it should serve as a guide to the musicians people want to see the most. (For more listings, check our event calendar.)

Alex Warren - May 29, Dickies Arena
All most singers want is that one hit that will resonate with the public, and the young Alex Warren has already accomplished that with "Ordinary," which has gone to No. 1 around the world. The success of that song has made the title of his 2025 debut album, You'll Be Alright, Kid, seem prophetic. He'll be joined by special guests Nat & Alex Wolff at this concert.

Mumford & Sons - June 8, Dickies Arena
Mumford & Sons could rightfully lay claim to being the current biggest band in the world, as each of their six albums have gone to either No. 1 or No. 2 in their native United Kingdom, and done almost as well in the United States. Although they've strangely never had a a top 10 song on either side of the pond, they continue to be as popular as ever, as they'll show at this nearly sold-out concert in support of their latest album, Prizefighter.

Luke Bryan - June 11, Dickies Arena
For a long time, country singer Luke Bryan was a big enough deal to headline concerts at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. His career has cooled down a bit in recent years despite serving as a judge on American Idol since 2018. But having to "downgrade" to arenas has been to the benefit of his fans, as it gives them a slightly more intimate venue in which to enjoy all of his hits, as well as songs off his upcoming new album, Signs.

The R&B Lovers Tour - June 12, Dickies Arena
There's no lie in the title of The R&B Lovers Tour, as it features icons like Keith Sweat, Joe, Dru Hill and Ginuwine singing all of their hits. Fans can expect an evening headlined by Sweat, singing songs such as "Twisted" and "Nobody"; Joe, known for "I Wanna Know" and "All the Things (Your Man Won’t Do)"; Dru Hill, the group behind tunes like "In My Bed" and "Never Make a Promise"; and Ginuwine rounding out out the show with favorites such as "Pony," "Differences," and "So Anxious."

Billy Ray Cyrus - June 20, Billy Bob's Texas
Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus is erroneously labeled as a "one-hit wonder" even though the No. 1 "Achy Breaky Heart" was one of five top 10 hits he had in the first two years of his career. The success of his daughter (and occasional collaborator) Miley Cyrus has helped keep him relevant in the 30+ years since, and now he's stepping back into the spotlight. His new album, The Hill, will be released a mere four days before this concert.

Louis Tomlinson - June 21, Dickies Arena
The success of former One Direction members' solo careers has varied wildly, but Louis Tomlinson has found himself somewhere in the middle. Like each of his bandmates, Tomlinson's albums have done extremely well in the United Kingdom, with two of the three - including the new How Did I Get Here? - going to No. 1 there. The albums haven't gone quite as high in the U.S., but there are sure to be plenty of fans on hand at this concert.

5 Seconds of Summer - June 23, Dickies Arena
For some reason, the name of the Australian rock band 5 Seconds of Summer has evoked the image of a boy band, perhaps because their big break was an international tour with One Direction in 2013. But they've proven themselves as a legitimate force in the years since, with each of their six albums going high on the charts around the world, including Everyone's a Star in 2025.

Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of Rush will come to Dickies Arena on June 24 and 26, 2026. Photo by Richard Sibbald

Rush - June 24-30, Dickies Arena
It's not often a band plays more than one concert in Fort Worth, but this visit by Rush will be a great exception. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Canadian band, as well the life of drummer Neil Peart, who passed away in 2020. The band will play two sets each night, with each show featuring a distinct selection of songs. Rush will build each night’s setlist from a catalogue of 35 songs, including their greatest hits and fan favorites.

Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band - July 25, Dickies Arena
The late, great Jimmy Buffett may have gone to the big Margaritaville in the sky in 2023, but his music continues to endure. His longtime band, The Coral Reefer Band, began their journey with Buffett in 1973. While members have changed over the years, most of the band have performed with Jimmy for over 30 years. They'll keep the party going by celebrating the songs and community that defined a generation of fans.

Noah Kahan will play at Globe Life Field in Arlington on July 30 as part of a big summer of concerts in and around Fort Worth. Photo by Patrick McCormack

Noah Kahan - July 30, Globe Life Field
Stadium concerts will be a rarity this summer in Dallas-Fort Worth, but folk-pop singer/songwriter Noah Kahan is one of the few big acts to demand such a venue. Kahan failed to gain traction with his first two albums, but Stick Season in 2022 gave him the breakthrough he was looking for, featuring hits like the title song, "Northern Attitude" (with Hozier), and "Dial Drunk" (with Post Malone). His new album, The Great Divide, is even bigger, going to No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

Fuerza Regida - July 31, Globe Life Field
The regional Mexican band Fuerza Regida has become a force in the Latin music scene over the past seven years, releasing 10 albums in that relatively short period of time. That prolific nature has allowed them to reach some heights not often seen from a group of their genre, including this stadium show in support of their 2025 album, 111xpantia.

The Guess Who - August 9, Dickies Arena
Another classic Canadian rock band, The Guess Who, will bring some music nostalgia to fans at this concert. The Taking It Back tour, featuring longtime members Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings, follows years of legal disputes with former member Jim Kale over ownership of the band's name. Now that that's settled, they can get back to playing hits like "American Woman," "No Time," "No Sugar Tonight," and more.

Ella Langley - August 15, Dickies Arena
It was less than a year ago when country singer Ella Langley made her debut at the relatively small Billy Bob's Texas. But that concert came precisely one day after the release of her single, "Choosin' Texas," which became a massive No. 1 hit and earned her enough fans to justify an arena tour. Two more top 10 hits have followed off of her sophomore album, Dandelion, portending a big career to come.

BTS is in concert August 15-16 at AT&T Stadium. Photo courtesy of HYBE

BTS - August 15 and 16, AT&T Stadium
We have to get almost to the end of summer to have the biggest concert(s) of the summer featuring K-pop band BTS. The group is making their big comeback after a scheduled hiatus that allowed the young band members to complete their compulsory military service in South Korea. Now they're ready to conquer the world again, starting with their new album, Arirang, and a world tour that will include these two shows at Jerryworld in Arlington.

Lil Wayne - August 27, Dickies Arena
Rapper Lil Wayne loves the name Tha Carter for his albums, as he's used it for six of them in a nod to his birth name, Dwayne Carter Jr.. With this tour, he is not only celebrating the release of his latest album, Tha Carter VI, but also paying tribute to the long series, which started in 2004 with the original Tha Carter. Each of his albums that was widely released has come in at either No. 1 or No. 2 on Billboard's R&B/Hip Hop chart, and all but one of them made the top 10 on the overall Billboard 200.

Brandi Carlile - August 27, Dickies Arena
Singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile just passed the 20th anniversary of the start of her career, but it's only been in the last 10 or so when she's established herself as one of the greats. She got her first Grammy nomination in 2016, and has gone on to win 11 Grammys. She was also nominated for an Oscar in 2025 for helping to write a song for a documentary about Elton John, with whom she released a collaborative album the same year. The tour is in support of Carlile's 2025 solo album, Returning to Myself.