While the summer calls for outdoor concerts, we like to think of fall concerts as its more demure counterpart. So, we’ve put together a list of just some of the artists that will be making a stop in town over the next few months. Very cutesy, if you ask us.

Al's Bar

This Lexington staple is best suited for those who want a more underground, close knit feel to the live music experience.

Saturday, Aug. 24 | Autonomous and Jockey Onassis
Thursday, Aug. 29 | Lexington Waits: A Tribute to Tom Waits
Friday, Aug. 30 | Giant Day, Petal Alphabet, Ed Sunspot
Friday, Sept. 13 | Joey Sprinkles
Saturday, Sept. 21 | DJ Proteus
Friday, Oct. 4 | Small Steps, Jerks!, and All Hallowed
Friday, Oct. 18 | Faerie Ring and Blessed Black

The Burl

Whether you’re attending an intimate show inside, or outside to take in the Distillery District, there’s something for everyone here.

Friday, Sept. 6 | Keller Williams' DeadPettyKellerGrass
Saturday, Sept. 7 | Cole Chaney
Sunday, Sept. 8 | Dopapod
Wednesday, Sept. 11 | Taylor McCall
Thursday, Sept. 12 | Zeb South and Gravel Switch
Saturday, Sept. 14 | Sarah Shook & The Disarmers
Sunday, Sept. 29 | Speedy Ortiz
Saturday, Oct. 5 | The Weeks
Friday, Oct. 11 | Suits That Rock: Annual Benefit Concert for Legal Aid of the Bluegrass
Tuesday, Oct. 22 | Sixpence None The Richer
Saturday, Nov. 9 | Steep Canyon Rangers
Sunday, Nov. 17 | Adeem The Artist

"Late night Green Lantern Bar" | Photo submitted by ML

The Green Lantern

This cozy tiki-inspired bar is known for hosting hyper local artists, particularly punk, rock, and alternative musicians.

Thursday, Aug. 29 | Darsombra
Saturday, Aug. 31 | Witchpit
Friday, Sept. 6 | William Matheny

Lexington Opera House

And all that jazz. This historic venue in the heart of downtown hosts everything from concerts, to comedy shows, and even Broadway tours.

Tuesday, Aug. 27 | Steve Earle
Thursday, Sept. 5 | Mac McAnally
Wednesday, Sept. 25 | Amy Grant
Sunday, Sept. 29 | Black Jacket Symphony Presents Elton John's "Madman Across The Water"
Monday, Sept. 30 | Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
Friday, Oct. 4 | Brad Tursi
Wednesday, Oct. 30 | Buena Vista Social Orchestra
Thursday, Oct. 31 | Boney James

Manchester Music Hall

OG Lexingtonians may remember this space as Busters, but a name change hasn’t impacted this venue’s role in our concert scene. Featuring high ceilings and two bars, this space is ideal for any live music lovers.

Thursday, Sept. 5 | Zach Top
Friday, Sept. 6 | Steel Panther
Thursday, Sept. 12 | Red Not Chili Peppers
Thursday, Sept. 26 | Fredd C., Elz Bentley, and Paperboy Casino
Tuesday, Oct. 1 | Thievery Corporation
Friday, Oct. 4 | Here Come The Mummies
Friday, Oct. 11 | Lily Rose
Saturday, Nov. 2 | Jessie Murph
Saturday, Nov. 9 | Mickey Guyton
Tuesday, Nov. 19 | Morgan Wade

Don't mind us — just reminiscing singing along to Olivia Rodrigo with 20,000+ of our friends at Rupp Arena. | Photo by LEXtoday

Rupp Arena

Our North Star of major concerts is turning up the heat this year, with some of the world’s biggest artists bringing their tours to the 859.

Thursday, Sept. 5 | Lil Yachty
Friday, Sept. 6 | Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit
Friday, Sept. 27 | Sturgill Simpson
Saturday, Oct. 26 | The Avett Brothers & Houndmouth
Friday, Nov. 8 | Jelly Roll
Saturday, Nov. 23 | REO Speedwagon & Loverboy