9 Concerts to See in Ohio This Fall

Sept. 19: Pitbull | Riverbend Music Center, Cincinnati
Perhaps better known as ”Mr. Wordwide,” Pitbull makes a stop in Cincinnati on his Party After Dark Tour along with T-Pain to share his brand of rap with the Queen City. Dance and sing along to popular favorites like "Hotel Room Service," "Fireball" and "Timber," as well as music from his 2023 album "Trackhouse."

Sept. 23: Sabrina Carpenter | Nationwide Arena, Columbus
Once a Disney Channel star on the “Boy Meets World” spinoff “Girl Meets World,” Sabrina Carpenter has released two post-Disney albums, including her most recent, “Short n’ Sweet,” in August 2024. She opened for Taylor Swift in 2023 and 2024 on the superstar’s Eras Tour and is now headlining her own show, playing fan favorites like “Espresso” and “Please Please Please.”

Oct. 4-6: Twenty One Pilots | Nationwide Arena, Columbus
This hometown band returns to their Columbus roots for a three-day run at Nationwide Arena this fall. The duo of Josh Dun and Tyler Joseph have been making music together since 2009, but hit it big in 2015 with the album “Blurryface,” which included hit songs, “Tear in My Heart” and “Stressed Out.” The group is bringing their tour home to Columbus in support of its new album, ”Clancy,” with opening act by Balu Brugada. 

Oct. 9: Pink | Schottenstein Center, Columbus
Watch this pop star take to the stage — and the air — during her show at Columbus’ Schottenstein Center. Pink has created a long list of powerhouse hits like “Get The Party Started,” “So What” and “Raise Your Glass” over the years, and her high-flying and acrobatic live how has made a name of its own. The Script and KidCutUp open the show, before Pink hits the stage with a performance that celebrates her two-decade discography.

Oct. 18: For King & Country | Huntington Center, Toledo
See this Australian-American, Christian rock duo take the Huntington Center Stage in Toledo as part of their Unsung Hero Tour. Fronted by brothers Luke and Joel Smallbone, the band is coming off the release of its popular movie of the same name. The tour features a stacked setlist of For King & Country favorites, including the movie’s titular track as well as songs such as “Burn the Ships” and ”Together.” 

Oct. 23: Justin Timberlake | Nationwide Arena, Columbus
Calling all millennial music lovers, this former NSYNC member’s solo career rolls on with the Forget Tomorrow World Tour. Taking the stage at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Timberlake is known for his long list of solo hits including “SexyBack,” “Mirrors” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” The show also includes new music from his March 2024 album, “Everything I Thought It Was.”

Nov. 12: REO Speedwagon and Loverboy | Huntington Center, Toledo
Grab a seat at the Huntington Center in Toledo for this band that has been making music since the 1970s. Lauded for classic rock hits including “Take It on the Run,” ”Ridin‘ the Storm Out” and  “Keep on Loving You,” the band will perform selections from its over 50 years of hits. Joining the group on tour is fellow rockers Loverboy. Perhaps best known for the song “Working for the Weekend,” the group will open this night of rock ’n’ roll hits.

Nov. 16: TobyMac, MercyMe and Zach Williams | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland
These three big names in contemporary Christian music unite at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse for a night of worship music in Cleveland. TobyMac, once a member of DC Talk, has been a solo act since 2001 and has topped charts with his album “Eye on it.” MercyMe takes the stage as well, performing popular favorites like “I Can Only Imagine,” and “Even If,” while Zach Williams brings his brand of Christian pop to the stage with well-known hits like “Old Church Choir.”

Nov. 22: Creed | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland
Late ’90s rock juggernaut Creed’s returns to the road this fall with its Are You Ready Tour. Fronted by Scott Stapp, the band is perhaps best known for its song “Higher,” as well as other hits like “What If” and “My Own Prison.” The band is joined by special guests Mammoth WHV and Three Doors Down, making for a night filled to the brim with rock.