If you’ve been waiting for a sign to finally get off the couch and see live music this summer, this is it. Live Nation has officially launched its biggest concert ticket deal of the year — the “Summer of Live” promotion — and Michigan fans have over 75 shows to choose from, all for just $30 all-in.
Here’s your complete guide to grabbing tickets before they sell out.
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What Is the Live Nation Summer of Live Sale?
Live Nation’s “Summer of Live” is an annual ticket promotion offering $30 all-in tickets to thousands of concerts across the U.S. and Canada. This year’s edition is the biggest yet, covering over 4,000 shows spanning Pop, Hip-Hop, R&B, Country, Latin, Rock, Metal, and even Comedy.
Every fee is bundled into that flat $30 price. Local taxes may be added at checkout depending on your city, state, or venue — but there are no surprise service fees hiding at the end.
Live Nation has run a version of this deal for over a decade. Last year’s comparable offer was $25, making this year’s expanded edition an even bigger opportunity for fans who want to catch world-class live music without breaking the bank.
How Long Does the Sale Last?
The general public sale runs from April 29 through May 5, while supplies last. This is a one-week window only — once the promotional tickets for a show are gone, they’re gone.
How to Buy $30 Summer of Live Tickets
The process is straightforward:
- Visit LiveNation.com/SummerofLive
- Browse the full list of participating events — filter by venue, artist, or your nearest city
- Select your show and look for the “Summer of Live Promotion” ticket type
- Add tickets to your cart and check out
Tickets are delivered digitally to your Ticketmaster account as mobile tickets for most events.
Early Access Options
Want to beat the general public? Two presale options were available:
Live Nation All Access (Free Membership): All Access members had early access from April 23 through April 28. This free membership also gives fans access to exclusive presales year-round and lets you earn Concert Cash for future shows.
T-Mobile Early Access: T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile customers could unlock early access on April 28 from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. local time via T-MobileTickets.com. The early access window is capped at 4 tickets per event.
Michigan Venues Included
Michigan music fans are covered with some of the best outdoor and indoor venues in the Midwest all participating in the sale:
- Pine Knob Music Theatre
- Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
- Meadow Brook Amphitheatre
- Little Caesars Arena
- Fox Theatre
- The Fillmore Detroit
- St. Andrew’s Hall
In total, metro Detroit has more than 100 shows included in the Summer of Live deal.
Highlights: Top Michigan Acts Available for $30
The lineup spans nearly every genre. Here are some of the standout shows Michigan fans can grab for $30:
- Santana & The Doobie Brothers — June 18, Pine Knob
- Sarah McLachlan — July 15, Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
- Hank Williams Jr. — July 17, Pine Knob
- The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers — July 18, Pine Knob
- Evanescence — Aug. 2, Pine Knob
- Avenged Sevenfold & Good Charlotte — Aug. 4, Pine Knob
- Train — Aug. 5, Pine Knob
- Empire of the Sun — Aug. 20, Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
- Deep Purple with Kansas — Aug. 21, Pine Knob
- Outlaw Music Festival featuring Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Lukas Nelson, Stephen Wilson Jr., Sierra Hull, and Don Was & the Pan-Detroit Ensemble — Aug. 22, Pine Knob
- TLC & Salt-N-Pepa — Aug. 23, Pine Knob
- Toto, Christopher Cross & The Romantics — Aug. 29, Pine Knob
- Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson — Sept. 4, Pine Knob
- Wu-Tang Clan with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony — Sept. 6, Pine Knob
- Breaking Benjamin with Chevelle and Starset — Sept. 13, Pine Knob
- Brooks & Dunn — Sept. 24, Pine Knob
- Zayn — Nov. 8, Little Caesars Arena
And dozens more at The Fillmore, St. Andrew’s Hall, Meadow Brook, and Fox Theatre throughout the season.
Important Tips Before You Buy
Tickets sell fast. These are limited-quantity allocations per show. High-demand artists can sell out their promotional tickets within hours of the sale opening.
No cap on events. There is no limit on how many different participating events you can buy $30 tickets for — so if you want to grab tickets to multiple shows, go for it.
VIP and premium packages are not included. The $30 promotion applies only to select general admission or standard reserved seats labeled “Summer of Live Promotion” at checkout. Optional upgrades and bundles may appear but are not part of the deal.
Check back often. Live Nation may add more promotional tickets to certain shows throughout the sale window, so if a show you want looks sold out under the promo, it’s worth revisiting before May 5.
Use Concert Cash if you have it. Concert Cash can be applied at checkout for eligible events through LiveNation.com.
Bottom Line
With over 100 Metro Detroit shows on the list and some of the biggest names in music participating, the Summer of Live sale is the best concert deal of the year. Whether you’re a country fan, a hard rock devotee, a hip-hop head, or just looking for a fun summer night out, there is genuinely something for everyone.
The sale ends at 11:59 p.m. on May 5, so don’t sleep on it.
Head to LiveNation.com/SummerofLive, find your show, and lock in your $30 tickets today.
Ticket availability is subject to change. The $30 price includes all fees; local taxes may apply at checkout. Promotional tickets are available while supplies last.
