The best upcoming concerts in L.A.

Lizzo is back, starting a new chapter with an intimate show for fans at the Wiltern and a new album on the way this summer. The Minneapolis singer-MC hit stardom in 2019 with her debut major label LP, Cuz I Love You, and the Grammy winner’s diva persona comes through with equal intensity whether she’s belting out uplifting soul anthems or wry, clubworthy rap bangers.

A$AP Rocky, Playboi Carti, YG and Ken Carson headline this two-day fest, whose lineup is always a who’s who of hip-hop. For its 10th year, Rolling Loud is back in Inglewood at Hollywood Park, on the grounds next to SoFi Stadium, where you’ll also find a Ferris wheel, immersive art installations and a karaoke bar. The likes of Sexyy Red, Ski Mask the Slump God, BLXST, Destroy Lonely, Quavo, BossMan Dlow, Gelo, Dom Kennedy and dozens more complete the lineup. Plus, special guest Peso Pluma will make history as the first non-hip-hop act to headline the fest when the Mexican artist takes the stage on Saturday—a sign of regional Mexican music’s influence on pop culture. A portion of all this year’s net ticket sales will be donated to help rebuild communities impacted by the wildfires.

Framework, the independent purveyors of underground music events—and our pick for best nightlife experience in 2024—are back with another epic show. Known for producing events in iconic L.A. spots, they’re taking over Hollywood Boulevard for the second time—shutting down the space between Vine Street and Cahuenga Boulevard for a massive block party. London-based tech-house DJ and producer Michael Bibi, who last partnered with Framework at their debut Quasar stage at Coachella last year, will headline, with BLOND:ISH opening. A portion of proceeds will benefit the LAFD Foundation Fund, adding to Framework’s already-sizable post-wildfire contributions.

Gary Lightbody and co. return with their first tour since 2019, including this show at the Wiltern. Expect new tracks that hew to the Snow Patrol sound you’ve always known, with singer-songwriter tendencies that borrow the best melodic elements from Britpop and indie rock’s dreamy, anthemic past.

This springtime spinoff in Insomniac’s Wonderland series adds a whimsical, carnival-like atmosphere to the house, techno, dubstep, trance and bass-heavy festival. Go down the rabbit hole with multiple themed stages, where the likes of deadmau5, Zeds Dead, Illenium, Excision, Louis the Child, Seven Lions, Odd Mob and more will perform.

This concert will change your life: The Shins, Iron & Wine, Frou Frou, Colin Hay, Thievery Corporation, Remy Zero, Cary Brothers, Bonnie Somerville and Zero 7 collaborator Sophie Barker will play through songs from the Garden State soundtrack. The 20th anniversary show at the Greek benefits the Midnight Mission.

Can’t get enough of his yearly appearance at the Bowl? The LA Phil wraps up its two-year John Williams at Disney Hall with a second season of live scores and concerts in his honor.  You can see a Williams-curated program of Mexican and Hollywood cinema scores (Oct 25–27, 2024); a selection of pieces from the entire Star Wars saga, hosted by C-3PO actor Anthony Daniels (Nov 21–24, 2024); a Williams-conducted evening with Yo-Yo Ma (April 3, 4, 2025); and a Gustavo Dudamel-conducted spotlight on Williams (April 5, 6, 2025).

Nearly 125,000 music lovers make a pilgrimage to the Empire Polo Club during each identical weekend of Coachella, whether bound for campgrounds or shuttling over from golf resorts and midcentury modern homes. Though its bespoke dining experiences and hotel party scene may try to steal headlines, Coachella remains about the relaxed desert air euphoria of a well-curated music festival. Coachella’s all-embracing three-day lineup consistently crafts the pool of performers from which all other summer music festivals borrow. This year’s headliners lead a stacked lineup: Lady Gaga, Missy Elliott, Green Day, Charli XCX, Post Malone and Megan Thee Stallion—plus Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil will even take the stage Saturday. RECOMMENDED: See our complete Coachella coverage

Expect to see stiff blues riffs, pyrotechnics and the shortest shorts that longtime-guitarist Angus Young can squeeze into during this show at the Rose Bowl.

The Game, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Method Man and Redman, Baby Bash, Paul Wall, MC Magic, Lil’ Rob and Cali Swag headline 93.5 KDAY’s annual hip-hop concert.