A classic rock band on a farewell tour, a country singer on the mend and a rising Swedish pop star are on tap in March as the concert schedule begins to fill up.
Here’s a look at the top concerts coming to the Pittsburgh region in March:
Top concerts
March 2: Journey at PPG Paints Arena
Journey’s “Final Frontier” tour is a farewell of sorts, as this will be keyboardist Jonathan Cain’s last tour with the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers.
Although hope bubbled that famed vocalist Steve Perry might be rejoining the band, Perry himself shut down those rumors of a return to sing songs like “Faithfully,” “Any Way You Want It” and “Don’t Stop Believin’.”
“While I’m always grateful for the love people still have for Journey, the rumors about me rejoining the band are simply not true, and I want to gently put them to rest,” Perry said, according to Ultimate Classic Rock. “I completely understand why people would hope for that. The music we created together means a great deal to me too. But I’m continuing to explore new creative work and really enjoy working on new music that reflects where I am today.”
Read more: Steve Perry responds to Journey reunion rumors
March 6: Cody Johnson, Kip Moore, Walker Montgomery at PPG Paints Arena
Country singer Cody Johnson is back on the road after having to postpone his tour last fall after rupturing his eardrum.
The “‘Til You Can’t” and “Travelin’ Soldier” singer originally had been scheduled to perform Oct. 18, 2025, at PPG Paints Arena with Clint Black as support.
Johnson is at work on a new album, with a potential release this year.
“There are a few songs that the people in the room are like, ‘I would’ve never thought you would’ve picked that one,’” he told On the Record, as reported by American Songwriter. “And then you cut it and they’re like, ‘Oh my God, it was you.”
Read more: Cody Johnson reveals the trick he uses to pick which songs to record
March 22: Zara Larsson, Amelia Moore at Stage AE
Swedish singer Zara Larsson brings her “Midnight Sun” tour for her Pittsburgh debut.
Larsson scored a hit with “Lush Life” back in 2017, and she still invites a fan onstage at each show to do the dance from the video.
Her latest album, “Midnight Sun,” received a 2026 Grammy nomination for best dance pop recording, and Larsson considers it her best album.
“For sure. I think it’s better because it’s more me,” she told the Los Angeles Times. “When I started out, I knew that I loved singing and loved performing. I loved to entertain. But as I grow older, I realize there’s a difference between being a performer and being an artist.”
Read more: Zara Larsson has been fantasizing about this
Sold-out shows
March 6: Foxy Shazam, Descartes a Kant, Moondough at Thunderbird Music Hall
The theatrical, high-energy rockers of Foxy Shazam, fresh off a new album in October, bring their “Dumpster Phoenix” tour to Pittsburgh.
March 14: Rakim at City Winery Pittsburgh
As one half of Eric B. & Rakim, the highly influential hip-hop duo, Rakim is known for his lyrical wordplay, with his latest album, “The Re-Up,” released last year.
March 17: Josiah Queen, Jervis Campbell, Gable Price at Stage AE
Christian singer-songwriter Josiah Queen, who turned 23 last month, brings his “Mt. Zion” tour to Pittsburgh, with the tour named after his 2025 sophomore album.
March 21: The Clarks at Crafthouse
Pittsburgh pop rockers The Clarks are still on a roll, after four sold-out shows in the area in February.
Other notable concerts
March 2: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit at Benedum Center (2024 review: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit in top form in Pittsburgh concert)
March 3: Three Days Grace, I Prevail, The Funeral Portrait at PPG Paints Arena
March 5: Sponge, Dream the Heavy, The Source of All at Crafthouse
March 7: Joe Bonamassa at Benedum Center
March 9: Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy and Friends play R.E.M.’s “Life’s Rich Pageant,” Bobcat Goldthwait at Mr. Smalls Theatre (Interview: Guitarist Jason Narducy teams with actor Michael Shannon to celebrate R.E.M.)
March 13: Rise Against, Destroy Boys, Koyo at Stage AE
March 13: Skillet at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh
March 13: Mia Asano, Billy Wilkins at Crafthouse (Interview: Viral violinist Mia Asano playing 1st solo headliner show in Pittsburgh)
March 15: Lacey Sturm, Kat Von D at Mr. Smalls Theatre
March 17: Gary Numan at Roxian Theatre
March 18: Sons of Legion at Roxian Theatre
March 19: Max Weinberg’s Jukebox, Bill Toms & Hard Rain at Jergel’s
March 20: Sebastian Bach, Stitched Up Heart, Blaze Francisco at Mr. Smalls Theatre
March 22: Erra, Currents, Caskets, Aviana at Roxian Theatre (‘We accidentally wrote a dark album again’: ERRA vocalist J.T. Cavey on band’s new release ahead of Pittsburgh show)
March 24: Burning Witches, Iron Brigade, No Consequence at Crafthouse
March 25: Brent Cobb & the Fixin’s, Gold Star at Thunderbird Music Hall (Interview: Brent Cobb on adding a little more rock to his country with ‘Ain’t Rocked in a While,’ Pittsburgh show)
March 26: TobyMac, Crowder, Jeremy Camp at Petersen Events Center
March 26: The Fell, Rhyme of Silence, Neostem, Aggressica at Crafthouse
March 27: Hunter Hayes, Blu Eyes at Mr. Smalls Theatre
March 31: Andy Hull, Brother Bird at Mr. Smalls Theatre
