Just like the biggest European capitals, and to our great delight, Lyon is one of the cities to check off on the tours of all the big names in music. And let’s face it, there’s nothing better on earth than getting down with your mates at a concert by your favorite artist, or savoring the richness of the classical scene in some of the city’s monuments. Here’s a round-up of places and dates where you can lose your voice in the near future.
Dub Inc
The leading lights of reggae are back in Lyon following the release of their latest album, Atlas. Dub Incorporation (or Dub Inc for short), a band from Saint-Etienne, has been packing out venues since 1998 to the delight of their fans. A chance to rediscover their greatest hits, from Rude Boy to My Freestyle and Tout ce qu’ils veulent… what a live smackdown!
📍 Le Transbordeur, 3 Boulevard de Stalingrad, Villeurbanne
📅 Date: January 28, 2026
Oxmo Puccino
One of the most influential and prolific artists on the French rap scene is back on stage following the release of his seventh album La Nuit du Réveil. Since the huge success of his 1998 album Opéra Puccino, the artist-composer has never ceased to surprise his audiences with his resolutely authentic music and songwriting. A must-see concert at the legendary Radiant-Bellevue venue!
📍 Radiant Bellevue, 1 Rue Jean Moulin, Caluire-et-Cuire
📅 Date: January 30, 2026
Clara Luciani
She is back! The singer returns to the stage for a new tour that promises to be simply unstoppable. In a career spanning 15 years (yes, already!), Clara Luciani has established herself as one of the leading figures on the French music scene. We can only wish her another fifteen years in the spotlight…
📍 LDLC Arena, 5 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu
📅 Date: February 5, 2026
Feu! Chatterton
Feu! Chatterton have just released their 4ᵉ album, Labyrinthe, and are about to embark on a new tour, which will obviously include Lyon. Led by Arthur Teboul, the group made their mark with a poignant rendition of L’Affiche rouge at Missak Manouchian’s entry into the Panthéon. We’ll be there!
📍 LDLC Arena, 5 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu
📅 Date: February 8, 2026
Peter Doherty
The rock legend from across the Channel (now living in a small village in Normandy), returns to the stage in 2026 following his latest album “Felt Better Alive”. Accompanied by Mike Joyce (The Smiths) on drums and Mike Moore (Liam Gallagher) on guitar, among others, the reunion promises to be grandiose. You won’t find a better Valentine’s Day, I promise!
📍 Le Transbordeur, 3 Boulevard de Stalingrad, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
📅 Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Benjamin Biolay – (Acoustic tour)
The now-iconic Benjamin Biolay will be in Lyon in February. He, his voice and his guitar for an intimate and powerful concert, as only he knows how. Another way to rediscover his universe, with 10 albums that have shaped the French musical landscape over the last 20 years.
📍 Radiant Bellevue, 1 Rue Jean Moulin, Caluire-et-Cuire
📅 Date: February 25, 2026
Orelsan
There‘s no doubt that Orelsan is one of the most talented artists of his generation. The announcement of his 2026 tour sent shockwaves through social networks, and in just two days, the majority of venues and zeniths were sold out. A must-see… but you’ll have to be quick to grab one of the very last seats.
📍 LDLC Arena, 5 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu
📅 Date: February 26 and 27, 2026
Rosalia
And the first date of the Spanish super star’s tour will be in… Lyon! Rosalia’s LUX tour kicks off in the capital of France on March 16. The craze surrounding the singer’s latest album has been a veritable deflagration all over the world. Lyon is about to experience its first volcanic eruption. March or not, we’re in for a real treat!
📍 LDLC Arena, 5 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu
📅 Date: March 16, 2025
Hans Zimmer
The pope of film music will be in Lyon for one night only! Of those who have ever had the chance to attend a Hans Zimmer experience everyone is unanimous: you’ve got to see it to believe it. But tickets have obviously sold out like hotcakes… For fans who weren’t lucky enough to get their hands on the sesame, don’t miss the Candlelight concerts in tribute to the film music genius. Several dates are proposed at the Chapelle de la Trinité for an equally unique experience!
📍 LDLC Arena, 5 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu
📅 Date: March 24, 2025
Tame Impala
A heavyweight on the international indie scene, Tame Impala, led by frontman Kevin Parker, never misses a trick in concert: electro-shock is guaranteed. As part of their DeadBeat world tour, the band will be in Lyon, playing to a sold-out crowd as always. Tickets will be selling like hotcakes, so stay tuned!
📍 LDLC Arena, 5 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu
📅 Date: April 10, 2026
Iron Maiden
The maestros of hard rock have just shaken the rock world by announcing an XXL tour that will take in Paris and Lyon in 2026. Just the time to get back to the band’s great classics… and get out your leather and spiked necklace!
📍 LDLC Arena, 5 Avenue Simone Veil, 69150 Décines-Charpieu
📅 Date: Sunday June 28, 2026
Cate Power
To mark the 20th anniversary of her album “The Greatest”, Cate Power returns to the stage and guess what… to play it in its entirety. For a whole generation, the American artist is a living legend of music, blending punk, soul and blues to perfection… Without a doubt, one of the musical rendez-vous of 2026.
📍 1 Rue Jean Moulin, 69300 Caluire-et-Cuire
📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Candlelights concerts in Lyon
They’ve been making Lyon happy for several years now, and it’s easy to see why. Candlelight concerts offer Lyon’s residents the best way to enjoy an extraordinary musical experience in the city’s most beautiful venues. Queen, Jean-Jacques Goldman, Adele or Vivaldi, they’re all waiting for you! And for spring and the arrival of fine weather, two exceptional concerts by Ennio Morricone and Abba at the Basilique Saint-Bonaventure.
📍 Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Chapelle de la Trinité, Basilique Saint-Bonaventure
📅 Date: several dates in 2025
🎟️ Info and tickets here