Concerts in Singapore
The live music era is popping off – and we’re not complaining. With a slew of concerts happening within Singapore, you’ll find that there are plenty of events for you and the gang to head to. Get ready to put your hands up and scream your heart out as we’ve picked out 14 iconic shows to check out.
P.S. For those who have plans to travel in 2023, we’ve also included upcoming events happening in Asia that are worth checking out.
Table of Contents
- Concerts in Singapore
- – Upcoming concerts in Singapore –
- 1. Ellie Goulding – Higher Than Heaven
- 2. Sabrina Carpenter – Emails I Can’t Send
- 3. J Balvin
- 4. LANY – First The Moon, Then The Stars
- 5. Dean Lewis – The Future Is Bright World Tour
- 6. (Sold out) TWICE – Ready To Be
- 7. Lauv – The Between Album Tour
- 8. Kodaline
- 9. Post Malone – If You Weren’t Here, I’d Be Crying
- 10. Charlie Puth – The Charlie
- 11. Rex Orange County
- 12. Sam Smith – Gloria World Tour
- 13. (Sold out) Coldplay – Music Of The Spheres World Tour
- 14. (Sold out) Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour
- 1. 6th Feb – Kehlani Blue Water Road Trip
- 2. 9th Feb – Blue Heart and Soul Tour
- 3. 12th Feb – The Vamps: Greatest Hits Tours
- 4. 14th-15th Feb – Phoebe Bridgers Reunion Tour
- 5. 16th Feb – Red Hot Chili Peppers
- 6. 16th-18th Feb – Westlife The Wild Dreams Tour
- 7. 22nd Feb – Backstreet Boys DNA World Tour
- 8. 28th Feb – OneRepublic Live In Concert
- 9. 6th Mar – Pentatonix: The World Tour
- 10. 7th Mar – Simple Plan The Harder Than It Looks Tour
- 11. 9th Mar – Phoenix
- 12. 8th-10th Mar – It’s The Ship
- 13. 13th Mar – Bryan Adams: So Happy It Hurts
- 14. 17th Mar – Harry Styles Love On Tour
- 15. 22nd Mar – Sting: My Songs 2023
- Past concerts & music festivals in Singapore
- – Past festivals in Asia –
- 1. 31st Jan – Summer Sonic Festival – Osaka, Japan
- 2. 3rd-5th Mar – Clockenflap – Central, Hong Kong
- 3. 4th-5th Mar – Everblast Festival – Jakarta, Indonesia
- 4. 1st-2nd Apr – Knotfest – Chiba, Japan
- 5. 13th-15th Apr – Rolling Loud – Pattaya, Thailand
- 6. 26th-30th Apr – The 1975 – Multiple locations, Japan
- Jam out at these concerts in Singapore
– Upcoming concerts in Singapore –
1. Ellie Goulding – Higher Than Heaven
Date: 26th July 2023
Image credit: @throughdigitaleyes via Instagram
Ellie Goulding hits notes in her songs that’ll leave you questioning how on Earth it’s possible for a human voice to hit such heights. Witness her live on the Higher Than Heaven tour at Marina Bay Sands on 26th July 2023 to see it for yourself.
Get tickets for Higher Than Heaven
Admission: From $138/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956
2. Sabrina Carpenter – Emails I Can’t Send
Date: 27th July 2023
Image credit: @sabrinacarpenter via Instagram
Former Disney star Sabrina Carpenter will be gracing Singapore audience with her angelic vocals on 27th July 2023. As part of her Emails I Can’t Send tour, the American singer will take the stage at Marina Bay Sands, starting 8pm. Oldie but goldie tracks like Eyes Wide Open, as well as new tunes, are on the lineup.
Get tickets for Emails I Can’t Send
Admission: From $98/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956
3. J Balvin
Date: 28th July 2023
Image credit: @jbalvin via Instagram
J Balvin AKA. the Reggaton king that’s responsible for fire tracks like Mi Gente and Bum Bum Tam Tam will be throwing down at Marina Bay Sands come 28th July 2023. His last few shows saw the surprise appearance of Black Eyed Peas and Daddy Yankee, so if that doesn’t pique your interest, we don’t know what to tell ya.
Get tickets for J Balvin
Admission: From $128/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956
4. LANY – First The Moon, Then The Stars
Date: 15th August 2023
Image credit: @thisislany via Instagram
LANY is taking it to the stage at The Theatre at Media Corp on 15th August 2023. With soul-wrenching singles like Malibu Nights and Mean It, the alternative rock band’s set will trigger strong emotions and likely make you shed a tear.
Get tickets for First The Moon, Then The Stars
Admission: From $98/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 1 Stars Avenue Singapore 138507
5. Dean Lewis – The Future Is Bright World Tour
Date: 18th August 2023
Image credit: @deanlewis via Instagram
The Capitol Theatre will be bringing in pop singer Dean Lewis on 18th August 2023. If you love hits like Be Alright and Waves, then the concert is a must-see. Come find new faves and get loud with the old ones.
Get tickets for The Future Is Bright World Tour
Admission: From $88/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 17 Stamford Road, Singapore 178907
6. (Sold out) TWICE – Ready To Be
Dates: 2nd & 3th September 2023
Image credit: @twicestagram via Instagram
Watch the crowd erupt in cheers as soon as TWICE plays Cheers Up, Fancy, or pretty much any singles that belong to this K-pop Powerhouse. Their choreographies are pretty easy to follow, so we wouldn’t be surprised if the audience starts to dance along. Catch them at Singapore Indoor Stadium on 2nd and 3th September 2023.
Get tickets for Ready To Be
Admission: From $178/person
Time: 6pm
Venue: 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397691
7. Lauv – The Between Album Tour
Date: 5th September 2023
Image credit: @lauvsongs via Instagram
If you were guilty of putting I Like Me Better on repeat for hours, then we’ll see you at Lauv’s The Between Album Tour. On 5th September 2023, the artist will be singing your emotions with hits like Feelings, I’m Tired, and F*ck I’m Lonely. Be there or be square.
Get tickets for The Between Album Tour
Admission: From $118/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397691
8. Kodaline
Date: 5th September 2023
Image credit: @kodaline via Instagram
When Kodaline takes over the stage at The Star Theatre, you’ll hear all of your fave Irish rock tunes, both old and new. If you have an old band tee, wear it. Throw on a dose of heavy eyeliner and you’ll be ready to rock out and sing tracks like All I Want and The One at the top of your lungs.
Get tickets for Kodaline
Admission: From $98/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 1 Vista Exchange Green Singapore 138617
9. Post Malone – If You Weren’t Here, I’d Be Crying
Date: 16th September 2023 (Formula 1 weekend)
Image credit: @postmalone via Instagram
The Hiphop and R&B star with singles like Sunflower and Rockstar that reigned top 10 of Billboard for a record-breaking period of over a year will be touching down in the sunny island state on 16th September 2023. Post Malone is on the schedule of artists performing during the Formula 1 weekend.
You’ll need to purchase tickets for the race in order to see Posty live. Watch this space for more details about Formula 1 updates.
Get tickets for Formula 1 Singapore 2023
Admission: From $138/person
Venue: Marina Bay Street Circuit
10. Charlie Puth – The Charlie
Date: 10th October 2023
Image credit: @charlieputh via Instagram
Charlie Puth rose to fame with We Don’t Talk Anymore in 2016. With biting lyrics in the likes of Attention, One Call Away, and How Long, the artist remains one of the go-tos’ voices for those navigating a rocky relationship. Come sing along with Charlie at Singapore Indoor Stadium on 10th October 2023.
Get tickets for The Charlie
Admission: From $128/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397691
11. Rex Orange County
Date: 17th October 2023
Image credit: @rexorangecounty via Instagram
Another concert will be popping off at The Star Theatre in October 2023, this time headlined by Rex Orange County.
On the schedule is Loving Is Easy, Best Friend, and Pluto Projector, as well as singles from his newest album. This latest drop of singles has been dominating charts across the UK, US, and Australia, and if you show up to the concert, you’ll see why.
Get tickets for Rex Orange County
Admission: From $78/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 1 Vista Exchange Green Singapore 138617
12. Sam Smith – Gloria World Tour
Date: 24th October 2023
Image credit: @samsmith via Instagram
The Stay With Me singer with several Grammys and even an Oscar under his belt is about to make you bawl your eyes out. Tissues at the ready because Sam Smith is returning to Singapore Indoor Stadium on 24th October 2023. You can expect both old hits and new drops from his latest Gloria album.
Get tickets for Gloria
Admission: To be announced at a later date.
Time: 7pm
Venue: 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397691
13. (Sold out) Coldplay – Music Of The Spheres World Tour
Dates: 23rd, 24th, 26th, 27th, 30th, 31st January 2024
Image credit: @coldplay via Instagram
In January 2024, Coldplay will bring their beats to the National Stadium, promising shows that’ll leave you and thousands of revellers speechless. If it’s like any of their past tours, expect actual fireworks, confetti cannons, and rousing anthems like A Sky Full Of Stars that’ll make fans grin.
All 6 Music Of The Sphere shows are sold out at the moment, but you should join the waitlist to get updates for hopefully the release of another round of tickets.
Get tickets for Music Of The Spheres.
Admission: From $68/person
Time: 8pm
Venue: 1 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397629
14. (Sold out) Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour
Dates: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 7th, 8th, 9th March 2024
Image credit: @taylorswift via Instagram
The absolute chaos of trying to get tickets to see Taylor Swift in 2024 is something you’ll probably never forget. After all, it is her first show since 2018, so it makes sense that fans have gone kinda wild.
If you’ve managed to snatch a spot at one of Taylor’s 6 concerts in March 2024, congrats. Eras tour celebrates the artist’s entire body of work from 2016 till now, which means your ears will be treated to some of the greatest hits, including old bops and new materials.
Get tickets for The Eras Tour
Admission: From $88/person
Time: 6pm
Venue: 1 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397629
– Past concerts in Singapore –
1. 6th Feb – Kehlani Blue Water Road Trip
Image credit: Kehlani Facebook
Some may say that R&B is dead, but Kehlani is here to prove you wrong. Catch her during the Kehlani Blue Water Road Trip, where tickets are priced from $108. We’re crossing our fingers that they’ll perform hits including You Should Be Here and It Was Good Until It Wasn’t.
Get tickets for Kehlani Blue Water Road Trip.
Venue: Capitol Theatre, 17 Stamford Road, Singapore 178907
Date: 6th February 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $108
2. 9th Feb – Blue Heart and Soul Tour
Image credit: Blue Facebook
Celebrating their 20th anniversary is British boyband Blue, with their Heart and Soul Tour. Fans can look forward to a night of nostalgia with hits including All Rise and Sorry Seems to Be The Hardest Word – as well as new songs from their latest album.
Get tickets for Blue Heart and Soul Tour.
Venue: The Theatre at Mediacorp, 1 Stars Avenue, #04-01, Singapore 138507
Date: 9th February 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $128
3. 12th Feb – The Vamps: Greatest Hits Tours
Image credit: The Vamps Facebook
It’s been 10 years since popular UK band The Vamps released Wild Heart, and their fanbase is still growing strong. Fans can catch them on their The Vamps: Greatest Hits Tour, and tickets go from $138.
Get tickets for The Vamps: Greatest Hits Tours.
Venue: The Theatre at Mediacorp, 1 Stars Avenue, #04-01, Singapore 138507
Date: 12th February 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $138
4. 14th-15th Feb – Phoebe Bridgers Reunion Tour
Image credit: Phoebe Bridgers Facebook
Indie rock singer Phoebe Bridgers has embarked on her second solo tour, and thank the concert gods she’s added Singapore to her Reunion Tour. Fans can expect the Grammy nominated artist to belt top hits including Motion Sickness and DVD Menu.
Get tickets for Phoebe Bridgers Reunion Tour.
Venue: 1 Esplanade Drive, Esplanade Theatre, Singapore 038981
Date: 14th-15th February 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $89
5. 16th Feb – Red Hot Chili Peppers
Image credit: Red Hot Chili Peppers Facebook
RHCP fans, it’s time to mark your calendars as the band is set to grace the stages of National Stadium. There’s a tonne to look forward to at the Red Hot Chili Peppers concert – including the return of band member John Frusciante. Tickets start from $138, and we’re hoping to catch classic numbers like Californication and By The Way.
Get tickets for Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Venue: National Stadium, 1 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397629
Date: 16th February 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $138
6. 16th-18th Feb – Westlife The Wild Dreams Tour
Image credit: Westlife Facebook
With chart-topping songs including Uptown Girl, You Raise Me Up, and I Have A Dream, this Irish pop band needs no introduction. Good news to Westlife fans, as the Westlife The Wild Dreams Tour has extended its tour dates in Singapore – so those who didn’t manage to snag tickets now have a second chance.
Get tickets for Westlife The Wild Dreams Tour.
Venue: 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397691
Date: 16th-18th March 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $168
7. 22nd Feb – Backstreet Boys DNA World Tour
Image credit: Backstreet Boys Facebook
Everybody – Backstreet’s back, alright. The Backstreet Boys DNA World Tour will be making a stop at the Singapore Indoor Stadium in late February. Tickets cost from $168, but you’ll want to snag them ASAP as they’re selling out fast.
Get tickets for Backstreet Boys DNA World Tour.
Venue: 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397691
Date: 22nd February 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $168
8. 28th Feb – OneRepublic Live In Concert
Image credit: OneRepublic Facebook
If Counting Stars and I Ain’t Worried are constantly on your Spotify most-played, you’ll be glad to know that the Grammy-nominated OneRepublic is coming to Singapore on 28th February 2023. For those who missed them in 2018, you can catch them at their OneRepublic Live In Concert where tickets range from $98 to $288.
Get tickets for OneRepublic Live In Concert.
Venue: The Star Theatre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, #04-01, Singapore 138617
Date: 28th February 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $98
9. 6th Mar – Pentatonix: The World Tour
Image credit: Pentatonix Facebook
Ever since they blew up on YouTube, a cappella group Pentatonix has been making waves in the music scene – including appearing in the iconic Pitch Perfect 2 movie. As part of their Pentatonix: The World Tour, they’ll be stopping by our sunny island on 6th March 2023 where tickets start from $118.
Get tickets for Pentatonix: The World Tour.
Venue: The Star Theatre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, #04-01, Singapore 138617
Date: 6th March 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $118
10. 7th Mar – Simple Plan The Harder Than It Looks Tour
Image credit: Simple Plan Facebook
Are you really a 2000s headbanger if you’ve never rocked out to Simple Plan’s Welcome to My Life or I’m Just a Kid? The Canadian rock band will be holding their The Harder Than It Looks Tour in Singapore, and all are welcome to jam along to both OG hits and brand new songs.
Get tickets for Simple Plan The Harder Than It Looks Tour.
Venue: 1 Garden Avenue, The Coliseum, Hard Rock Hotel Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore 099621
Date: 7th March 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: $118
11. 9th Mar – Phoenix
Image credit: Phoenix Facebook
Fans of Phoenix will want to keep 9th March 2023 free as the French indie band will be having their first standalone concert in Singapore. Audiences will be treated to songs from their latest album Alpha Zulu, including Tonight and The Only One.
Get tickets for Phoenix.
Venue: The Star Theatre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, #04-01, Singapore 138617
Date: 9th March 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $98
12. 8th-10th Mar – It’s The Ship
Image credit: It’s The Ship Facebook
Picture this: you and your best pals, partying to iconic DJ sets, on a ship. If this sounds right up your alley, you’ll want to block out 8th-10th March 2023 for It’s The Ship (from USD359/ticket, ~S$485.66). Crowned as one of Asia’s largest cruise festivals, the event will include international DJs such as Sound Rush and Mike Cervello.
Get tickets for It’s The Ship.
Venue: Starts from Singapore, pit stops to be confirmed
Date: 8th-10th March 2023
Admission: From ~S$485.66
13. 13th Mar – Bryan Adams: So Happy It Hurts
Image credit: Bryan Adams Facebook
After the release of his 15th album in March 2022, Canadian pop-rock singer Bryan Adams is set to bring his So Happy It Hurts tour to Asia. And lucky for us, the ‘80s icon will be reuniting with our sunny island this March.
Get tickets for Bryan Adams: So Happy It Hurts.
Venue: The Star Theatre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, #04-01, Singapore 138617
Date: 13th March 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $118
14. 17th Mar – Harry Styles Love On Tour
Image credit: Harry Styles Facebook
The As It Was hitmaker will be holding his Harry Styles Love On Tour at the National Stadium on 17th March 2023. Tickets go from $138, and fans can expect to be serenaded by Harry Styles’ smooth vocals, plus an array of red carpet-worthy stage ‘fits.
Get tickets for Harry Styles Love On Tour.
Venue: National Stadium, 1 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397629
Date: 17th March 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $138
15. 22nd Mar – Sting: My Songs 2023
Tickets start from $128.
Image credit: Flickr
Jam along to legend Sting as he embarks on his Sting: My Songs 2023 tour, happening at The Star Theatre. Aside from his solo hits, fans can expect to hear him belt out pieces from his time with The Police – so you’ll want to brush up on the lyrics before you head over.
Get tickets for Sting: My Songs 2023.
Venue: The Star Theatre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, #04-01, Singapore 138617
Date: 22nd March 2023
Time: 8pm
Admission: From $128
Past concerts & music festivals in Singapore
Gone are the days when we could only bop along to songs on YouTube. With tonnes of artists embarking on world tours and the revival of iconic artists, you can now sing along to your favourite songs IRL. Aside to those listed above, here are more events to bookmark for the coming months:
- Wallows Tell Me That It’s Over Tour – 18th February 2023
- Conan Gray Superache Tour Asia – 20th February 2023
- Aurora: The Gods We Can Touch Asia Tour – 27th February 2023
- Anvil Impact is Imminent World Tour – 28th February 2023
- Kings of Convenience – 6th-7th March 2023
- Summer Salt – 8th March 2023
- Men I Trust – 30th April 2023
- Blackpink Born Pink World Tour – 13th-14th May 2023
– Past festivals in Asia –
1. 31st Jan – Summer Sonic Festival – Osaka, Japan
Image credit: Summer Sonic Facebook
If you’re one to party hard, then the Summer Sonic Festival at Osaka is not to be missed. Happening on 31st January 2023, the festival will feature a star-studded lineup with artists including The Chainsmokers, Armin Van Buuren, Steve Aoki, and Le Sserafim. Time to whip out your best rave outfit and paint the town red.
Venue: Kyocera Dome, Osaka, Japan
Date: 31st January 2023
Admission: From ¥15,000 (~S$148.41)
Website: Summer Sonic Festival
2. 3rd-5th Mar – Clockenflap – Central, Hong Kong
Past acts included Lewis Capaldi in 2020.
Image credit: Clockenflap Facebook
Frequent music festival peeps will be familiar with the Clockenflap festival in Hong Kong. For those who aren’t, think Coachella – but in Asia. Known to be HK’s biggest outdoor festival, the event will return from 3rd-5th March 2023 at Central Harbourfront. International superstars such as Arctic Monkeys, Phoenix, and Kings of Convenience will be performing.
Get tickets for Clockenflap.
Venue: Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong
Date: 3rd-5th March 2023
Admission: From HKD980 (~S$170.57)
3. 4th-5th Mar – Everblast Festival – Jakarta, Indonesia
Image credit: Simple Plan Facebook
This one’s for all the pop punk lovers – Everblast Festival is happening in Jakarta from 4th-5th March 2023. If you grew up listening to Simple Plan’s Perfect or Hoobastank’s The Reason, you’ll find that the lineup is the perfect reason for you to bookmark this festival. Expect artists such as Simple Plan, The Red Jumpsuit, Hoobastank, and Apparatus to grace the stages.
Venue: Gambir Expo Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia
Date: 4th-5th March 2023
Admission: From Rp1,300,000 (~S$112.98)
Website: Everblast Festival
4. 1st-2nd Apr – Knotfest – Chiba, Japan
The exact venue for the event will be released nearer to date.
Image credit: Knotfest Facebook
For those who’ve been sorely disappointed by the postponement of Knotfest, good news for you – it’s been announced that the death metal music festival will be happening in Chiba Prefecture. Here’s to hoping that it ain’t an April Fool’s joke, because event announcers have also shared that popular artists Slipknot and Korn will be joining the festival.
Venue: Chiba, Japan
Date: 1st-2nd April 2023
Admission: From ¥9,800 (~S$99.97)
Website: Knotfest
5. 13th-15th Apr – Rolling Loud – Pattaya, Thailand
Image credit: @bob.the.robber via Instagram
Mark your calendars as the legendary Rolling Loud festival is poised to take place at LEGEND Siam in Pattaya. Crowned by Billboard as the “be-all of hip-hop festivals”, the event will be happening from 13th-15th April 2023. It’s been shared that rapper Travis Scott will be headlining the event, and TBH, that’s all you need to know.
Venue: LEGEND Siam, Pattaya, Thailand
Date: 13th-15th April 2023
Admission: From ฿8,500 (~S$330.83)
Website: Rolling Loud
6. 26th-30th Apr – The 1975 – Multiple locations, Japan
Image credit: The 1975 Facebook
Dreaming of hearing Matt Healy belt out About You and Happiness, IRL? Your wishes have been answered as The 1975 At Their Very Best concert will be hitting the shores of Japan in April. The band will be performing at several venues, meaning you can try scoring tickets at other venues if one happens to be sold out.
Yokohama, Japan
Venue: PIA Arena MM
Date: 26th-27th April 2023
Time: 7pm
Nagoya, Japan
Venue: Aichi Sky Expo
Date: 29th April 2023
Time: 6pm
Osaka, Japan
Venue: Osaka- Jo Hall, Osaka Castle Park
Date: 30th April 2023
Time: 6pm
Admission: From ¥8,000 (~S$81.78)
Jam out at these concerts in Singapore
Heck yes, we’re embracing this year and beyond with a slew of concerts. With top-tier concerts from bands such as Coldplay, Ellie Goulding, and J Balvin, it’s time to fill up your social calendar with these events.
Check out other local events:
Cover image adapted from: @samsmith, @elliegoulding, @postmalone, @kodaline via Instagram
Originally published by Joycelyn Yeow on 4th January 2023. Last updated by Samantha Nguyen on 10th July 2023.