Allen’s Autumn Setlist: A Local’s Playbook for Seeing Big Tours Near the Americans’ Home Ice

When the first cool fronts roll across Collin County, Allen shifts from summer’s sizzle to a season built for sound. Weeknights at the rink give way to weekend shows, and the radar of every music fan stretches from the Credit Union of Texas Event Center to the outdoor stages sprinkled across the broader Dallas–Fort Worth scene. Whether your tastes run to heartland country, string-band fireworks, glossy pop, or a night at the theater, fall here has a knack for stacking calendars. Think of this as your map: a hand-picked run of touring artists, a trio of blockbuster musicals, and the best nearby venues to catch them, all within easy striking distance of the Allen Americans’ home base. Lace up the concert sneakers, charge the phone, and let’s build an unforgettable run of shows.

Sabrina Carpenter Tickets

Sabrina Carpenter’s journey began on Disney Channel before she pivoted decisively into pop with a crystalline voice and hyper-melodic hooks. Her breakout singles and viral moments—fueled by clever, confessional lyrics—have made her a fixture on festival posters and late-night stages. Carpenter’s catalog walks the line between glossy synth-pop and throwback, piano-framed ballads, echoing influences from early-2000s radio to modern alt-pop. Recent tours showcase a confident band aesthetic and a fashion-forward stagecraft that plays beautifully in midsize arenas. Awards buzz follows her closely thanks to streaming benchmarks and high-profile collaborations, and her setlists deftly balance new-era smashes with fan-favorite deep cuts. If you like precision pop with a wink, she’s a prime fall ticket.

Billy Strings Tickets

Raised on bluegrass standards and sharpened in Michigan barrooms, Billy Strings has turned flatpicking into an arena art form. His Grammy win for Best Bluegrass Album announced him to a broader world, but longtime followers knew the secret: he blends lightning technique with jam-band improvisation and a punk’s sense of velocity. Songs often unfurl into exploratory, multi-minute rides where banjo, fiddle, and guitar trade ideas like jazz soloists. He’s equally comfortable honoring Bill Monroe as he is bending tradition with psychedelic lights and adventurous medleys. From theaters to amphitheaters, his shows become communal happenings where singalongs erupt around modern staples like “Dust in a Baggie.” Expect a master class in musicianship that still leaves room for spontaneous, grin-inducing chaos.

MercyMe Tickets

Formed in the mid-’90s, MercyMe’s blend of contemporary Christian rock and pop has anchored radio playlists and arena tours for decades. Their signature anthem “I Can Only Imagine” crossed over to mainstream audiences and birthed a movie about the band’s early story. Albums since have paired stadium-sized choruses with messages of hope, resilience, and faith, making their shows multigenerational gatherings. Industry recognition includes shelves of Dove Awards and consistent chart success on Christian and pop-adjacent rankings. Onstage, frontman Bart Millard’s conversational warmth turns even large rooms into sing-together spaces. If you’re after soaring hooks with uplifting themes, MercyMe’s fall routing is a perennial highlight.

Chance the Rapper Tickets

Chance the Rapper emerged from Chicago’s mixtape renaissance with “Acid Rap,” then rewrote rules by winning Grammys on the strength of a streaming-only project. His sound marries gospel inflections, jazzy chord changes, and playful, tongue-twisting flows, creating a genre collage instantly recognizable as his own. Live, he’s a born bandleader—horn lines punch, choir vocals shimmer, and the energy swells from block-party exuberance to stadium scale. Tours have ranged from intimate theater runs to festival-dominating sets, each built on community-first spirit. Lyrically, Chance toggles between praise and introspection, talking faith, family, and the city that shaped him. Bring your voice; his choruses are designed for joyful noise.

Lainey Wilson Tickets

A small-town Louisiana storyteller with a big-stage presence, Lainey Wilson has rocketed from honky-tonk residencies to the top tier of country. Her breakout hits carried a swaggering blend of ‘70s country-rock, modern radio polish, and twang that feels both classic and current. A mantel of major industry awards—along with TV cameos and high-charting singles—has amplified her momentum. On tour, Wilson threads stomping barn-burners with reflective, steel-kissed ballads, often spotlighting a tight band steeped in southern groove. She talks openly about the road that led her here, and fans answer with word-for-word singalongs. If you crave a live show with grit and glow, circle her name.

Foreigner Tickets

Foreigner’s arena-rock DNA is baked into American radio: “Juke Box Hero,” “Cold as Ice,” and “I Want to Know What Love Is” are permanent fixtures. Formed in the late ’70s, the band fused muscular riffs with skyscraper melodies, shaping the sound of the following decade. Contemporary tours find them in fighting trim, delivering precision performances that feel like a victory lap for FM’s golden age. Power ballads become massive singalongs, while the harder cuts remind you just how tight those rhythms still hit. Multi-platinum sales and decades of near-continuous touring have made their show a cross-generational rite of passage. If you grew up on classic rock—or discovered it through your parents—Foreigner remains a bucket-list night.

Laufey Tickets

The Icelandic-American singer and cellist Laufey has reintroduced jazz-inflected pop to a Gen-Z audience with cinematic intimacy. Drawing on Ella-style phrasing, bossa-tinged grooves, and chamber-pop arrangements, she writes songs about crushes, city nights, and the softness of being young. A recent Grammy for traditional pop vocal work underlined what listeners already knew: her records glow with timeless craft. Onstage, she toggles between guitar, piano, and cello, fronting a small ensemble that makes even big rooms feel candlelit. Viral momentum translates into quick-moving tickets and a crowd that treats quiet songs like sacred rituals. For date-night magic, few performers cast a spell quite like Laufey.

Papa Roach Tickets

Papa Roach cut through the turn-of-the-millennium with hybrid aggression—rap-rock cadences, serrated guitars, and anthems built for catharsis. “Last Resort” and “Scars” defined an era, yet the band has kept evolving, folding electronic touches and arena-scale choruses into newer releases. Frontman Jacoby Shaddix works a stage like a prizefighter, sprinting from barricade to catwalk as pits churn and fists punch the air. They tour relentlessly, stacking co-headlining bills and festival slots that keep setlists fresh. Lyrically, their catalog tackles mental health, perseverance, and the complicated pathways out of pain. If you like your fall nights loud and adrenaline-heavy, this is your ticket.

Halestorm Tickets

Siblings Lzzy and Arejay Hale started Halestorm as teenagers, then clawed their way to mainstream rock with stubborn grit and an ironclad live show. A Grammy for “Love Bites (So Do I)” proved their chops, and subsequent records have balanced muscular riffing with storm-cloud ballads. Lzzy’s voice—a controlled roar that can pivot to velvet—anchors a set that feels both dangerous and welcoming. The band’s tours are studies in stamina, bouncing from clubs to festivals without losing punch. Songs wrestle with desire, self-definition, and the thrill of turning amps all the way up. Expect guitar heroics, drum theatrics, and a crowd that sings like a choir of steel.

Jonas Brothers Tickets

From teen-idol origins to a blockbuster reunion, Jonas Brothers have become masters of the pop spectacle. Their shows stitch early hits to sleek, modern production—full band, sharp choreography, and a light show calibrated for smiles. “Sucker,” “Lovebug,” and “Burnin’ Up” land like time capsules, while newer cuts underline their evolution as songwriters. Family harmonies remain the secret sauce: tight, bright, and instantly recognizable from the rafters. Their arena tours routinely trend toward multiple nights in major markets, a testament to cross-generational pull. Bring friends who love a feel-good singalong; odds are you’ll all leave hoarse and happy.

The Lumineers Tickets

The Lumineers vaulted from coffeehouse stages to festival mainlines on the strength of foot-stompers and ballads lined with dust. “Ho Hey” opened the door, but deeper cuts reveal a band fascinated by American storytelling—motels, highways, and fragile hearts. Live, they collapse the distance between folk intimacy and stadium dynamics, often setting up secondary stages mid-arena. You’ll hear upright piano clangs, mandolin sparkle, and percussive handclaps that spread like brushfire through the crowd. Albums arrive as suites, with recurring characters and themes that reward repeat listens. Their fall sets feel like bonfire gatherings under big skies.

Tate McRae Tickets

A dancer first and pop star by ferocious will, Tate McRae brings kinetic choreography to songs built for late-night radio. Early viral tracks matured into charting singles, showcasing a voice that flips from breathy confession to razor-edged hooks. Onstage she’s in perpetual motion, leading a tight troupe through routines that accent the drama in her lyrics. Tours so far have jumped quickly from clubs to theaters and beyond, a sign of fast-growing demand. Themes of young love, self-doubt, and post-breakup glow-ups resonate loudly with her fans. Expect cathartic shout-alongs and the satisfying thump of modern pop production.

Wicked Tickets

Since its 2003 debut, Wicked has recast the Oz myth through the friendship of Elphaba and Glinda, pairing powerhouse vocals with sly political allegory. Stephen Schwartz’s score—“Defying Gravity,” “For Good,” “Popular”—has become modern Broadway canon. Lavish sets and emerald-hued lighting make it a visual feast that still puts character front and center. Touring productions consistently pack houses, thanks to word-of-mouth and a built-in fan culture that treats the show like a rite. Awards and milestones followed swiftly, cementing its reputation as a 21st-century classic. If you want a musical that thrills newcomers and veterans alike, this one soars.

Kimberly Akimbo Tickets

Quirky, heartfelt, and slyly profound, Kimberly Akimbo follows a teenager with a rare aging condition navigating family hijinks and first love. Its original run drew raves for balancing humor with vulnerability, powered by a tuneful, contemporary score. The production’s intimate scale spotlights character work—tight ensembles, deft staging, and a script that sneaks up on your emotions. After a decorated awards season, national demand brought new audiences to its offbeat charms. It’s the kind of show that leaves you laughing and unexpectedly blinking away tears. For fans of modern musicals that favor heart over spectacle, this is a gem.

MJ - The Musical Tickets

MJ zeroes in on Michael Jackson’s 1992–93 Dangerous World Tour rehearsals, using that frame to jump across eras of hits and choreography. The songbook is a juggernaut—“Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” “Smooth Criminal”—each recreated with forensic attention to dance. Dazzling video design and a band that nails the studio sheen make it feel like standing inside pop history. The narrative focuses on craft and creative pressure, offering a backstage vantage on perfectionism and performance. Packed houses and extended tour schedules have followed, thanks to intergenerational appeal. If your fall needs a dose of pure showmanship, MJ delivers it in spades.

Venues Near Allen thats Worth the Drive

Credit Union of Texas Event Center (Allen) — Opened in 2009, this arena anchors Allen’s live-event life and doubles as the Americans’ home ice. For concerts, flexible floor plans push the building beyond hockey capacity, with seating capacity configurations commonly ranging from roughly 6,000 into the 7,000–8,000 zone depending on staging. The building has hosted touring headliners, family shows, and seasonal festivals, offering good sightlines throughout. It’s the most convenient stop for Allen residents and an ideal place to catch rising artists before they leap to larger rooms. (YouTube, Stadium Journey, allentxremodeling.com)

Toyota Stadium (Frisco) — Opened in 2005, this open-air bowl is best known as FC Dallas’s home but flips seamlessly into concert mode. With a seating capacity of about 20,500 for soccer—and concert layouts that can expand with field access—it has welcomed major tours and festival-style bills. The venue’s sightlines favor large video walls and wide staging, great for pop spectacles and rock retrospectives alike. Its location just up the Dallas North Tollway makes it a straightforward trek from Allen.

The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory (Irving) — Debuted in 2017 as a convertible indoor-outdoor amphitheater, this space shape-shifts from club-sized to festival-scaled. The flexible seating capacity runs from roughly 2,500 indoors to about 8,000 with the full amphitheater and lawn open, which lets promoters tailor shows to demand. It has quickly become a metroplex favorite for everything from jazz and indie to comedy and alt-pop. Restaurants and bars in the complex make pre- and post-show hangs easy.

Dos Equis Pavilion (Dallas) — A DFW staple since 1988 (born as the Starplex Amphitheatre), this is the region’s classic big-shed summer and fall stage. The seating capacity hovers around 20,000, mixing a covered pavilion with a sprawling lawn under the skyline. Across decades it has hosted a who’s-who—from metal tours to country megastars to all-day alt festivals. If the act you love has an outdoor production built for scale, odds are it lands here.

A Little Thank-You for Allen Fans

Before you lock in seats, here’s a regional perk. When you purchase through TicketSmarter, use promo code Allen5 at checkout—named for the Allen Americans’ beloved mascot—to shave a bit off your total and put that savings toward a tour tee or parking upgrade. It’s a small nod to the supporters who bring the loudest chants, the best signs, and the biggest energy to every show. Here’s to crisp nights, bright lights, and a fall soundtrack worthy of Allen’s home turf. Enjoy the music, savor the theater, and we’ll see you in the aisles.