This week’s best concerts in Los Angeles (February 16-22, 2026) will give many music fans serious FOMO. Lady Gaga kicks off the second leg of her Mayhem Ball Tour at the Kia Forum, and the Gorillaz play their exclusive set of shows at the Hollywood Palladium. Cat Power will fill the Orpheum Theatre, and Sudan Archives brings the dance party to the Fonda. A lot of underground and indie shows happning this week in L.A. as well. Catch The Pains of Being Pure at Heart at the Echoplex, Puma Blue at The Regent, Special Interest at the Lodge Room, and more.
Cardi B at The Forum
Chart-dominating hits, larger-than-life confidence, and undeniable charisma define Cardi B’s takeover of The Forum on February 15 and 16. The Grammy-winning rapper brings her high-energy presence and cultural impact to one of LA’s biggest stages. Tickets are available now. Tickets are on sale now. We recommend comparing resale ticket prices at StubHub and Vivid Seats, as these shows are sold out.
Celebrating David Bowie at the Wiltern
An all-star tribute honors the music and legacy of David Bowie at the Wiltern on February 16. Featuring iconic songs spanning his groundbreaking career with performances by Jesse Hughes (Eagles of Death Metal), Angelo Moore (Fishbone), Lady Blackbird, Gerald Casale (Devo), and more. Tickets are on sale now.
Cat Power at Orpheum Theatre
Cat Power presents The Greatest Tour featuring reimagined versions of her most beloved songs at the Orpheum Theatre on February 17. Chan Marshall’s understated delivery and emotional depth create an intimate atmosphere that highlights the strength of her songwriting. Tickets are available now.
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Lady Gaga – photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Live Nation
Lady Gaga at The Forum
Lady Gaga brings her theatrical vision to The Forum on February 18 and 19, and February 22 and 23, with The MAYHEM Ball. Combining pop spectacle, fashion-forward visuals, and genre-defining hits, the show promises a fully immersive experience. We attended the first leg of her tour and it was easily on of the best shows of 2025. Tickets are on sale now. We recommend comparing resale ticket prices at StubHub and Vivid Seats, as these shows are sold out.
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Sudan Archives at the Fonda Theatre
Sudan Archives performs on February 20, delivering her innovative fusion of violin-driven experimental pop and decade-spanning electronic elements. Known for unpredictable arrangements and raw emotional expression, her live shows are cathartic experiences that push well beyond genre boundaries. Tickets are available now—don’t miss it.
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Rebirth Brass Band at The Miracle
A cornerstone of New Orleans music culture, Rebirth Brass Band bring their funk-heavy brass sound to The Miracle on February 20. Known for transforming any room into a second-line celebration, their shows are equal parts tradition and party, 100 percent good times. Tickets are on sale now.
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Puma Blue at The Regent
Puma Blue brings his boundary-blurring blend of atmospheric genre-blurring music to The Regent Theater on Feb. 20. The London-born artist, known for his smoky, moody textures and alternative, trip-hop, electronic, and soul-inflected indie, is touring in support of his new album, Croak Dream. Grab tickets before they sell out.
Los Tigres del Norte at Intuit Dome
Legends of norteño music, Los Tigres del Norte bring their La Lotería Tour to Intuit Dome on February 20. Their songs chronicle immigration, social justice, and everyday life with unmatched authenticity. Tickets are available now.
Gorillaz at the Forum — Photo: Wes Marsala
Gorillaz at Hollywood Palladium
Gorillaz turn the Hollywood Palladium into a genre-blurring spectacle on February 22 and 23 as they celebrate the release of their new album, The Mountain. Combining animation, striking visuals, and a sound that spans hip hop, alternative, and electronic music, expect all the nostalgia + fresh new sounds. Tickets are on sale now. We recommend comparing resale ticket prices at StubHub and Vivid Seats, as these shows are sold out.
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More Shows This Week!
Alsarah & the Nubatones + Soof & the Caravan at 2220 Arts + Archives 2/16
Warren Haynes Solo at Blue Note LA 2/17
Cedric Burnside at Venice West 2/17
Seth MacFarlane at Walt Disney Concert Halll 2/17
Emjambre at The Glass House (Pomona) 2/18
Caravan 222 Record Release, Bolero, The Silvertone, DJ Shannon Shaw at Zebulon 2/18
june swoon, SLUGS + sour tongue at The Goldfish 2/18
Warren Haynes Solo at Blue Note LA 2/18
Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy play R.E.M.’s Life’s Rich Pageant at The Bellwether 2/19
Warren Haynes at Blue Note Los Angeles 2/19
Laena Myers, MJ Upstairs, Caroline Strickland at Gold-Diggers 2/19
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Aaron Shaw (album release), Black Flute Brigade, DJ Carlos Niño at 2220 Arts + Archives
Special Interest with Self Improvement at Lodge Room 2/20
Gustavo Conducts Beethoven: Missa Solemnis at Walt Disney Concert Hall 2/20
LOS BUKIS – ¡Tuyos Por Siempre! El Gran Cierre de un Ciclo at SoFi Stadium 2/20
Christopher Owens (of GIRLS) at Sid The Cat Auditorium
The Pains of Being Pure at Heart + Living Hour at Echoplex 2/21
Beck, sees00000 and the Dare (DJ sets) at Zebulon 2/21 (FREE)
Lights w/ Softcult at El Rey 2/21
Rio Amor at Fonda Theatre 2/21
Patti LuPone at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion 2/21
Gustavo Conducts Beethoven: Missa Solemnis at Walt Disney Concert Hall 2/21
LOS BUKIS – ¡Tuyos Por Siempre! El Gran Cierre de un Ciclo at SoFi Stadium 2/21
The Warlocks Night #4 ft Soft Palms, Secret Smiles at Gold-Diggers 2/22
Lights w/ Softcult at El Rey 2/22
Lizzo at Blue Note Los Angeles 2/22
Gustavo Conducts Beethoven: Missa Solemnis at Walt Disney Concert Hall 2/22
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