The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized some of the most exciting names in music, and the best part? Many of them are heading to Ohio this year. Whether you’re into rock, country, alternative, or R&B, this lineup includes Grammy-nominated artists who are bringing their award-worthy talent to Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati.
As a musician and a lifelong music fan, I can confidently say these aren’t just concerts — they’re bucket list shows. So, if you want to see an artist while they’re at the top of their game (or on the up-and-up), these concerts are your chance.
Here’s who’s coming, when they’re playing, and how to get your tickets before they’re gone.
*Note: All of these events are happening as of the publishing of this article. Please check with the venues prior to purchasing your tickets to confirm details.*
Christian McBride | Best Jazz Performance WINNER, Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album WINNER | “Windows – Live,” “Without Further Ado, Vol 1”
📍 Hamilton County Memorial Hall, Cincinnati, OH
📅 February 15, 2026
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Nine Inch Nails | Best Rock Song WINNER | “As Alive As You Need Me To Be”
📍 Schottenstein Center, Columbus, OH
📅 February 20, 2026
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Keyon Harrold | Best Jazz Performance Nominee | “All Stars Lead To You – Live”
📍 Tri-C Metropolitan Campus Auditorium, Cleveland, OH
📅 February 20, 2026
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Sierra Hull | Best Americana Performance Nominee, Best American Roots Song Nominee, Best Bluegrass Album Nominee, Best Instrumental Composition Nominee | “Boom,” “Spitfire,” “A Tip Toe High Wire,” “Lord, That’s A Long Way”
📍 The Celestia Theater, Wadsworth, OH
📅 February 21, 2026
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📍 Peoples Bank Theatre, Marietta, OH
📅 February 22, 2026
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Jason Isbell | Best American Roots Performance Nominee, Best American Roots Song Nominee, Best Folk Album Nominee | “Crimson and Clay,” “Foxes in the Snow,” “Foxes in the Snow”
📍 KeyBank State Theatre, Cleveland, OH
📅 February 24, 2026
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📍 Palace Theatre, Columbus, OH
📅 February 25, 2026
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Branford Marsalis Quartet | Best Jazz Instrumental Album Nominee | “Belonging”
📍 EJ Thomas Performing Arts Hall, Akron, OH
📅 March 3, 2026
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Cardi B | Best Rap Performance Nominee | “Outside”
📍 Heritage Bank Center, Cincinnati, OH
📅 March 19, 2026
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Zara Larsson | Best Dance Pop Recording Nominee | “Midnight Sun”
📍 KEMBA Live!, Columbus, OH
📅 March 21, 2026
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Samara Joy | Best Jazz Performance Nominee, Best Jazz Vocal Album WINNER | “Peace Of Mind / Dreams Come True,” “Portrait”
📍 Southern Theatre, Columbus, OH
📅 March 23, 2026
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Sullivan Fortner | Best Jazz Instrumental Album WINNER | “Southern Nights”
📍 Cecile McLorin Salvant @ Gallagher Student Center, Cincinnati, OH
📅 March 25, 2026
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Dan Pugach | Best Jazz Performance Nominee | “All Stars Lead To You – Live”
📍 The Redmoor, Cincinnati, OH
📅 March 26, 2026
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John Legend | Best Gospel Performance/Song Nominee | “Church”
📍 Akron Civic Theatre, Akron, OH
📅 April 11, 2026
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Lakecia Benjamin | Best Jazz Performance Nominee | “Noble Rise”
📍 Lorain County Community College: Paul Stocker Humanities and Fine Arts Center, Elyria, OH
📅 April 17, 2026
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YUNGBLUD | Best Rock Performance WINNER | “Changes (Live From Villa Park) Back To The Beginning”
📍 KEMBA Live!, Columbus, OH
📅 May 4, 2026
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📍 The Andrew J Brady Music Center, Cincinnati, OH
📅 May 6, 2026
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Dijon | Producer of the Year, Non-Classical Nominee
📍 Huntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH
📅 May 9, 2026 (Opening for Zach Bryan)
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Brad Mehldau | Best Alternative Jazz Album Nominee | “Ride into the Sun”
📍 Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH
📅 May 13, 2026
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📍 Memorial Hall OTR, Cincinnati, OH
📅 May 14, 2026
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Bruno Mars | Record of the Year Nominee | “APT. ” by ROSÉ
📍 Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
📅 May 20, 2026
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Leon Thomas | Album of the Year Nominee, Best Traditional R&B Performance WINNER, Best R&B Song, Best R&B Album WINNER | “MUTT,” “VIBES DON’T LIE,” “YES IT IS,” “MUTT”
📍 Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
📅 May 20, 2026 (Opening for Bruno Mars)
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Anderson .Paak / DJ Pee .Wee | Best Dance/Electronic Recording Nominee | “No Cap” with Disclosure
📍 Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
📅 May 20, 2026 (Opening for/Playing with Bruno Mars)
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Tyler Childers | Best Country Song WINNER, Best Country Solo Performance Nominee, Best Contemporary Country Album Nominee, Best Country Duo/Group Performance | “Bitin’ List,” “Nose On The Grindstone,” “Snipe Hunter,” “Love Me Like You Used To Do”
📍 Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
📅 June 13, 2026 (Buckeye Country Superfest)
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Zach Top | Best Country Solo Performance Nominee, Best Country Song Nominee, Best Traditional Country Album WINNER | “I Never Lie,” “I Never Lie,” “Ain’t In It For My Health”
📍 North Lawrence, OH
📅 June 19, 2026 (The Country Fest 2026)
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Jelly Roll | Best Country Duo/Group Performance WINNER, Best Contemporary Country Album WINNER, Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song | “Amen,” “Beautifully Broken” “Hard Fought Hallelujah”
📍 Huntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH
📅 June 25, 2026 (with Post Malone)
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Ledisi | Best Traditional R&B Performance Nominee | “LOVE YOU TOO”
📍 Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
📅 July 24, 2026 (Cincinnati Music Festival)
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Forrest Frank | Best Contemporary Christian Music Album Nominee | “CHILD OF GOD II”
📍 Heritage Bank Center, Cincinnati, OH
📅 July 27, 2026
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Spiritbox | Best Metal Performance Nominee | “Soft Spine”
📍 Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls, OH
📅 July 30, 2026 (Opening for Evanescence)
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📍 Riverbend Music Center, Cincinnati, OH
📅 August 1, 2026 (Opening for Evanescence)
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Chris Stapleton | Best Country Solo Performance WINNER, Best Country Duo/Group Performance Nominee | “Bad As I Used To Be,” “A Song To Sing,” “Honky Tonk Hall Of Fame”
📍 Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
📅 August 1, 2026
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Lainey Wilson | Best Country Solo Performance Nominee, Best Country Song Nominee, Best Country Duo/Group Performance | “Somewhere Over Laredo,” “Somewhere Over Laredo,” “Trailblazer”
📍 Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
📅 August 1, 2026 (Special guest with Chris Stapleton)
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Yellowjackets | Best Jazz Instrumental Album Nominee | “Fasten Up”
📍 Cain Park, Evans Ampitheater, Cleveland, OH
📅 August 29, 2026
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