Independent event guide
Columbia Concerts in October 2026
Columbia concerts in October 2026 are here—check the live show calendar below now and catch the best gigs happening all month long.
Oct 30Fri • 6:30 PM
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
The Historic Grand Ballroom - Tiger HotelColumbia, MO
Oct 30Fri • 8:00 PM
Dance Of The Dead Ft. Drona, Shnolk, Slow Fast Hazel, & Marc Renz
Drona · Shnolk
Rose Music HallColumbia, MO
Oct 30Fri • 8:45 PM
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
The Historic Grand Ballroom - Tiger HotelColumbia, MO
Top Artists Coming to Columbia in October 2026
Robert Cray
Born in Columbus, Georgia, Robert Cray is a blues artist known for songwriting-driven Southern soul-tinged sound. His 1986 breakthrough Strong Persuader went platinum and earned a Grammy; he won multiple Best Contemporary Blues Recording Grammys and entered the Blues Hall of Fame.
Brother Ali
Brother Ali is a hip hop artist, speaker, and community leader with eight critically acclaimed albums. Mentored by Chuck D and Rakim, he’s performed on Jimmy Fallon and Conan O’Brien, lectured at Princeton and Stanford, and spoke at the Nobel Peace Prize Forum.
The Faint
Omaha, Nebraska new wave revivalists on Saddle Creek, the Faint fuse indie rock, dance-punk, and electro-pop. They broke through with 1999’s Blank-Wave Arcade and later released Danse Macabre (2001), Doom Abuse (2014), and Egowerk (2019).
Hang Your Hate
Formed in Columbia, MO, Hang Your Hate blend frantic alt-rock with melodic hooks and cathartic live shows. EP: "Greater Picture Paranoia". Shared stages w/ Saint Asonia.
Popular Venues for Concerts in Columbia in October
FAQ
What Concerts Are Coming Up in Columbia in October 2026?
For October 2026, upcoming performers and concert dates in Columbia include Robert Cray (October 29, 2026), Brother Ali (October 27, 2026), The Faint (October 31, 2026), and Hang Your Hate (October 25, 2026). We regularly update the listings to keep you informed, so browse the current shows and explore ticket options for concerts that interest you.
What Venues Host Concerts in Columbia in October 2026?
Concerts in Columbia during October 2026 are scheduled at locations including Rose Music Hall, The Blue Note, The Historic Grand Ballroom - Tiger Hotel, and Missouri Theatre Columbia. This selection covers some of the venues hosting shows, not every location, so check individual event listings for the venue associated with each concert.
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