Northeastern PA’s Winter Concert Season Is Heating Up
The winter concert season in NEPA brings big sound to indoor live music venues, with the region’s best spaces keeping the energy high when temperatures drop. From classic theaters and packed clubs to full-scale stages, you’ll find hometown standouts and touring acts sharing the spotlight all season long.
This winter’s concert lineup covers every vibe—country crooners, punk legends, jam nights, classic-rock favorites, and can’t-miss tributes—making winter concerts nights in NEPA easy to plan. Explore the shows listed below, grab your tickets, and make winter the season you catch more live music in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Saturday, December 20 at 8:00 p.m. | Mauch Chunk Opera House
Bywater Call takes the stage at Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Saturday, December 20 at 8 p.m. Expect a can’t-miss winter concert filled with powerhouse Southern soul and roots rock from this dynamic seven-piece band.
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Saturday, December 27 at 7:30 p.m. | Sherman Theater
Patent Pending brings their high-energy pop-punk show to the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Saturday, December 27 at 7:30 p.m. Known for crowd interaction, infectious hooks, and nonstop positivity, the band turns every performance into a full-blown celebration.
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Wednesday, December 31 at 9:30 p.m. | Mauch Chunk Opera House
New Year’s Eve with Hunkajunk lights up Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Wednesday, December 31 at 9:30 p.m. The high-energy ensemble blends retro favorites, modern hits, and original jams for a festive, dance-filled way to ring in the new year.
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Saturday, January 10 at 6:00 p.m. | F.M. Kirby Center
Say Yes to Love Story: An Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift comes to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, January 10 at 6 p.m. This high-energy winter concert stars Rikki Lee Wilson and brings the eras to life with dazzling costumes, dynamic lighting, and nonstop sing-along moments.
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Friday, January 16 at 8:00 p.m. | Mauch Chunk Opera House
Don Jovi – The Ultimate Tribute to the Music of Bon Jovi rocks Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Friday, January 16 at 8 p.m. Featuring soaring vocals and arena-worthy energy, the band delivers a hit-packed tribute to one of rock’s most iconic catalogs.
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Saturday, January 17 at 7:00 p.m. | The Theater at North
Cash and King brings the legendary sounds of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley to The Theater at North in Scranton on Saturday, January 17 at 7 p.m. This powerhouse tribute features uncanny performances of timeless hits in a toe-tapping celebration of rock and country history.
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Saturday, January 17 at 8:00 p.m. | Penn’s Peak
Jimmy Kenny & the Pirate Beach Band hits Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Saturday, January 17 at 8 p.m. Delivering laid-back beach country vibes inspired by Jimmy Buffett, Kenny Chesney, and Zac Brown Band, the show promises an island-style party in the mountains.
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Wednesday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m. | The Exchange
The Exchange’s Listening Room welcomes Charles Havira with Nick Driscoll and Justin Mazer at The Exchange in Bloomsburg on Wednesday, January 28 at 7 p.m. The intimate performance highlights Havira’s original songwriting, blending emotional depth with decades of musical experience.
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Friday, January 30 at 8:00 p.m. | Mauch Chunk Opera House
Experience Janis – The Tribute to Janis Joplin comes to Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on Friday, January 30 at 8 p.m. Fronted by CC Coletti, the show channels Joplin’s raw power and spirit through a mix of classic hits, deep cuts, and soulful blues.
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Saturday, January 31 at 7:00 p.m. | Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino
Battle of the Bands, presented by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, takes over Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, January 31 at 7 p.m. Bands compete for a $5,000 grand prize and the chance to perform with the Philharmonic in this high-energy celebration of regional talent.
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Tuesday, February 3 at 7:00 p.m. | Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple
The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA comes to the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple in Scranton on Tuesday, February 3 at 7 p.m. This internationally acclaimed production delivers polished, high-energy performances of ABBA favorites like “Dancing Queen” and “Mamma Mia.”
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Thursday, February 12 at 8:00 p.m. | Penn’s Peak
Josh Turner brings his This Country Music Thing Tour to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Thursday, February 12 at 8 p.m. Featuring his signature bass-baritone voice, the show blends classic country tradition with fresh songs from his latest album.
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Friday, February 13 at 8:00 p.m. | F.M. Kirby Center
Marty Stuart & Molly Tuttle: Cosmic Twang Guitars on Fire takes the stage at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, February 13 at 8 p.m. This co-headlining show fuses honky-tonk, bluegrass, and Americana with virtuosic guitar work.
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Saturday, February 14 at 8:00 p.m. | Penn’s Peak
Tommy James and the Shondells perform at Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Saturday, February 14 at 8 p.m. The hit-filled concert features timeless classics like “Crimson and Clover” and “Mony Mony.”
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Sunday, February 15 at 6:00 p.m. | The Ritz Theater
Dead Boys bring their raw punk rock energy to The Ritz Theater in Scranton on Sunday, February 15 at 6 p.m. Known for loud, gritty performances, the legendary band delivers a high-voltage night of classic punk.
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Thursday, February 19 at 8:00 p.m. | F.M. Kirby Center
Billy F Gibbons and the BFG Band take the stage at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, February 19 at 8 p.m. Joined by members of Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble, Gibbons delivers a blues-rock powerhouse performance.
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Saturday, February 21 at 5:00 p.m. | Sherman Theater
Winter Jam returns to the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Saturday, February 21 at 5 p.m. Featuring a diverse lineup of rock, jam, and roots artists, the event delivers a community-driven night of live music.
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Sunday, February 22 at 3:00 p.m. | WVIA Sordoni Theater
Dreams & Klezmer, presented by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, comes to the WVIA Sordoni Theater in Pittston on Sunday, February 22 at 3 p.m. This intimate chamber concert blends Jewish folk traditions with modern classical works.
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Friday, February 27 at 8:00 p.m. | Penn’s Peak
Chris Janson brings his Wild Horses Untamed Tour to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe on Friday, February 27 at 8 p.m. Expect a high-energy country show packed with chart-topping hits and crowd favorites.
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Saturday, February 28 at 7:00 p.m. | Sherman Theater
Maddie & Tae bring their Love & Light Tour to the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg on Saturday, February 28 at 7 p.m. The duo delivers heartfelt storytelling, clever songwriting, and radiant harmonies in an uplifting live winter concert.
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NEPA's Music Scene
From hometown bands to touring acts nationwide, Northeastern PA’s music scene delivers nonstop live music. See which winter concerts are taking the stage this season.
Article Updated from its Original Version Published on 12/19/2022.
