Top 6 music artists coming to Upstate NY in November

This November, don’t miss the chance to see six incredible artists performing live in Upstate New York. Expect iconic hits across various genres, high-energy performances and festive celebrations that will light up venues across the region. From Chicago’s classic rock hits to Pentatonix’s holiday favorites, there’s something for every music fan.
Chicago has been actively touring and promoting their latest album, “Chicago XXXVIII: Born for This Moment,” released in July 2022. The album marked the band’s first collection of original material since 2014.
Fans can expect a night filled with the band’s classic hits, including “25 or 6 to 4,” “Saturday in the Park,” “Make Me Smile” and “You’re the Inspiration.”
When: Wednesday, November 6 @ 7:30 p.m.
Where: Utica, NY @ The Stanley Theatre
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A mixture of hard rock songs with good melodies and loud guitars with propulsive metal rhythms, Pop Evil is best known for hits like “Trenches” and “Waking Lions.”
Bad Wolves formed in 2017 and first charted with a cover of The Cranberries‘ “Zombie.” They’ve previously toured with Ice Nine Kills, Bush and Disturbed.
When: Saturday, November 9 @ 7 p.m.
Where: Albany, NY @ Empire Live
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Pentatonix, known for their show-stopping renditions of festive favorites like “Hallelujah,” “Mary, Did You Know“ and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” is bringing their Christmas tour to Upstate New York for two stops.
When: Saturday, November 16 and November 23 @ 7 p.m.
Where: Albany, NY @ MVP Arena and Buffalo, NY @ KeyBank Center
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their final “Christmas trilogy” album with a fresh version of their classic rock opera. The band is famous for their elaborate stage designs, high-energy performances and intricate storytelling.
When: Wednesday, November 20 @ 7:30 p.m.
Where: Albany, NY @ MVP Arena
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Lindsey Stirling is bringing the “Show Waltz Christmas Tour,” a celebration of Stirling’s 2022 holiday album, “Snow Waltz,” to Upstate New York. The tour will feature festive favorites like “Sleigh Ride,” “Joy to the World” and “Deck the Halls,” along with original compositions from her chart-topping album.
When: Friday, November 22 and Saturday, November 23 @ 8 p.m.
Where: Rochester, NY @ Kodak Center Main Theater and Utica, NY @ Stanley Theatre
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Pop-punk band The Story So Far will perform in Buffalo, NY, in support of their fifth studio album, “I Want to Disappear,” featuring the lead singles “Big Blind,” “Letterman” and “All This Time.” They’ll be joined by special guests Superheaven and Koyo.
When: Sunday, November 24 @ 7:30 p.m.
Where: Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo RiverWorks
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