Are you the one who wants to see your favorite artists perform live? Spotify now makes it simpler than ever to find out when your favorite artist’s next concert is. The times when you had to search through artist websites or endlessly browse ticket platforms are over.
Within Spotify, you can find all the live music events you want to attend. In this guide, we’ll explore all the ways you can find upcoming live concerts directly through the Spotify app and web player.
Here are Ways to Find Concerts on Spotify
Use Spotify’s Built-In Concert Feature
The best place to start your concert search on Spotify is the new Live Events Feed. This dedicated in-app destination, which replaced the old Concert Hub in 2022, allows you to easily browse live music events happening near you. Here’s how to access it:
On Desktop:
Step 1: Open Spotify on your computer by starting the desktop app. If you don’t have the app, use your favorite browser to visit the Spotify web player at https://open.spotify.com/.
Step 2: On the left side of the Spotify screen, there’s a menu bar running vertically. Look for the “Search” feature, which is typically marked with a magnifying glass icon.
Step 3: To find concerts, start by scrolling down to the “Browse all” section. There, look for and click on the “Live Events” tile.
Step 4: Spotify will automatically generate a list of Live event concerts happening in your general area based on your location information.
On Mobile:
Step 1: Open the Spotify app on your phone or tablet by tapping its icon.
Step 2: You’ll see a row of icons at the bottom of the screen. Find the “Search” tab and tap on it.
Step 3: The search screen features a variety of tiles under the “Browse all” heading. Find the vibrant “Live Events” tile and tap on it.
Step 4: The app will automatically show you a list of live music events happening in your area.
The Live Events Feed will show you a personalized list of upcoming concerts in your area, sourced from Spotify’s ticketing partners like Ticketmaster, AXS, DICE, Eventbrite, and more. The events are tailored to your music taste based on the artists and genres you listen to most on Spotify.
You can tap into any event for more details like the full lineup, date, time, and venue. From there you can also tap “Find Tickets” to be taken to the ticketing partner’s site to purchase tickets.
If you see a concert you’re interested in but not ready to buy tickets for yet, tap the “Interested” button. This will save the event to your own personal concert calendar that you can refer back to later in the Live Events Feed.
Get Personalized Concert Notifications
Another great way Spotify helps you stay on top of live events is through personalized concert notifications. If you follow an artist on Spotify and have your notification preferences enabled, you may receive an email or push alert when that artist announces an upcoming show near you.
To make sure you get these Fans First concert alerts:
- Go to your Spotify app settings
- Tap the ”Notifications” option.
- Enable “In-person Concerts & Events” option
- Follow your favorite artists on Spotify
- Spotify will now alert you when an artist you listen to has an upcoming show near you
Spotify identifies your top artists based on your listening history and puts their biggest fans “at the front of the line for special access to concert pre-sales and merch exclusives”.
So the more you stream an artist, the better chance you have of getting early access to their shows. And, if you want to take your Spotify personalization even further, learn how to use Spotify Blend to create shared playlists with friends.
Discover Concerts While Listening
Spotify also intelligently integrates concert discovery into your everyday music listening experience. When an artist you’re currently streaming has an upcoming tour date in your city, Spotify may display that show information right on the “Now Playing” screen.
Simply tap the concert details while listening to an artist to be taken to the event page where you can find tickets or mark yourself as interested. This allows you to discover concerts at the exact moment an artist’s music is resonating with you most.
Check the Artist’s Page
If you want to see a full list of tour dates for a specific artist, head to their Spotify profile page. Many artists now have a dedicated “On Tour” section that displays all their upcoming concerts.
Simply search for an artist, go to their profile, and scroll down to the On Tour section if available. From there you can browse dates, tap into shows for more details, and click out to the ticketing partner’s site to purchase tickets to see them live.
Browse by City or Genre
Want to see all the concerts happening in a specific location? The Live Events Feed lets you easily adjust your city to browse shows anywhere in the world.
Tap the location name at the top of the feed, search for the city you want, and Spotify will update the concert listings to show events in that area. The recommendations will still be personalized based on your listening history.
You can also explore concerts by genre. Scroll through the feed to find listings categorized under your favorite genres like Hip-Hop, Pop, Rock, Country, EDM, and more. Tapping into a genre will show you relevant upcoming events along with short looping visuals from artists to help you decide which shows to attend.
Attend Virtual Concerts on Spotify
Not ready to attend in-person events yet? Some artists are still offering virtual concerts that you can stream from home. Spotify includes these virtual events in its Concerts listings if they are available through its ticketing partners.
Look for events with a “Virtual” tag in the Concerts feed. You can often buy a digital ticket through Spotify and receive a link to stream the virtual concert live or on-demand later.
Conclusion: Never Miss a Show Again
By using all the concert discovery features Spotify offers, you can ensure you never let another show from your favorite artist slip by unnoticed. The more you listen on Spotify, the smarter and more personalized its event recommendations will become.
Remember to:
- Check the Live Events Feed regularly to see what’s coming up in your area
- Follow artists you like and enable notifications to get Fans First pre-sale access
- Keep an eye out for tour dates on the Now Playing screen as you stream music
- Adjust your location in the Live Events Feed when traveling or to find concerts in other cities
- Visit artist pages directly to view their full list of upcoming tour dates
- Use the “Interested” button to save shows and create your own concert calendar
With Spotify as your concert discovery tool, you’ll be experiencing more live music than ever before. Now, enjoy the unparalleled energy and connection of seeing your favorite artists perform on stage!
FAQs
Q. Does Spotify sell tickets directly?
Ans: No, Spotify doesn’t sell tickets itself. It partners with ticketing platforms like Ticketmaster, AXS, DICE, and others. When you click “Find Tickets” on a concert listing, you’ll be redirected to the partner’s website to complete your purchase.
Q. Why don’t I see the Live Events Feed?
Ans: Make sure your Spotify app is up-to-date. If you’re still not seeing it, the feature might not be available in your region yet.
Q. I’m a musician. How do I get my concerts listed on Spotify?
Ans: Spotify works with various ticketing partners. To get your shows listed, you’ll need to work with those partners to make sure your tour dates are shared with Spotify.
Q. Are there any limitations to finding concerts on Spotify?
Ans: Spotify’s listings depend on its ticketing partners. If a particular concert is sold through a platform that Spotify doesn’t partner with, it may not appear in the listings.
