Artist Search: Browse by Artist Name
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z #
Violent Femmes

Violent Femmes Tour Dates and Upcoming Concerts

Welcome to the official artist page for Violent Femmes – your premier destination for the latest concert tickets, tour announcements, and exclusive shows near you. Dive into the music, explore the artist’s reviews and photos, and never miss another concert moment. Stay updated, stay connected, and be the first to grab tickets for an unforgettable musical experience.
On tour Yes
Followers 534,157
Category Alt-rock, Alternative, Punk, Folk, Rock
Concerts
Dec
05
Palais Theatre
St Kilda
Tickets
Dec
06
Good Things Festival 2024
Melbourne
Tickets
Dec
07
Good Things Festivals (Sydney) 2024
Centennial Park
Tickets
Dec
08
Good Things Festival (Brisbane) 2024
Brisbane
Tickets
Mar
18
White Oak Music Hall
Houston
Tickets
Mar
19
The Espee
San Antonio
Tickets
Mar
21
ACL Live / Moody Theater
Austin
Tickets
Mar
22
The Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory
Irving
Tickets
Mar
23
The Criterion
Oklahoma City
Tickets
Mar
24
Cain's Ballroom
Tulsa
Tickets
Mar
26
The Caverns
Pelham
Tickets
Mar
28
Pompano Beach Amphitheater
Pompano Beach
Tickets
Mar
29
Pompano Beach Amphitheater
Pompano Beach
Tickets
Mar
31
Jannus Live
St Petersburg
Tickets
Apr
01
Jannus Landing
St. Petersburg
Tickets
Apr
03
Cocoa Riverfront Park
Cocoa Beach
Tickets
Apr
04
The Adderley Amphotheater at Cascades Park
Tallahassee
Tickets
Jul
11
T-Mobile Park
Seattle
Tickets
About Violent Femmes
Violent Femmes formed in 1981 as an acoustic punk band playing on the streets of Milwaukee. Their main influences at that time were Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps, and The Velvet Underground. Their goal was to rock harder than any other acoustic act on the planet. They were rejected for an audition by a local nightclub and set up outside a Pretenders gig. Chrissie Hynde asked them to open that night’s show. This gave the early Femmes a publicity boost which led to them being invited to play in NYC supporting Richard Hell. A rave review in the New York Times led eventually to a record deal, which in turn spawned worldwide touring. Their eponymous first album became the first and only album in Billboard history to enter the charts as a platinum album, eight years after its release. The Femmes became a mainstay of festivals, clubs and theatres in over 30 countries worldwide in the ensuing three decades. MTV’s “Unplugged” show was inspired by the Femmes, although they never actually appeared on it. Their raw sound and honest lyrical perspective has been cited as an influence by artists as diverse as Pink, Keith Urban, The Smiths, Nirvana, Lou Reed, John Cusack, Mark Morris, and Wim Wenders.
Follow on Bandsintown
Genres
Alt-rock, Alternative, Punk, Folk, Rock
Band members
John Sparrow, Gordon Gano, Brian Ritchie
Photos
concert photo concert photo concert photo concert photo concert photo concert photo concert photo concert photo concert photo concert photo
What fans are saying
Sean
5 / 5
Incredible show! I've been seeing the Femmes since the mid-80s, and the band is every bit on their game as they've always been. Played lots of Hallowed Ground content (my favorite album); and that contrabass saxophone - I can still feel it in my stomach. Please return soon!
Marquee Theatre Tempe, AZ
May 12, 2022
Douglas
5 / 5
The Femmes crushed it. Simply crushed it. A satisfying whirlwind of fresh, sleek, post-modern melodies oozing as much with depth and intricacy as with a dare to try not to dance your ass off. I was surprised at how rich and unique the Femnes sounded live.
The Eastern Atlanta, GA
Oct 29, 2022
Donnie
5 / 5
Awesome show!!! The guys sounded great and really rocked. I can’t wait to see them again! Oh yeah, the chick that opened the show was really good too. I can’t remember her name but I’m going to buy some of her music.
Stage AE Pittsburgh, PA
Aug 07, 2019
Chris
5 / 5
The Femmes were on point last night. Packed club and one of the best albums of all time. Hallowed Ground! It was the tour I saw them on for the first time 40 years ago. And they were just as impressive.
Palace Theatre Saint Paul, MN
May 13, 2024
Sherry
4 / 5
Excellent show! This will go down in my top ten shows of all time - and I go to a few live shows each month. The Femmes sound incredible! I’m on a sugar high leaving the venue.
MGM Music Hall at Fenway Boston, MA
Oct 14, 2023
Kate
3 / 5
pretty cool. went there because my sister is a huge fan and it was for a birthday present, and we both had a fun time. we didn't get super great standing-room spots but the sound was still good.
Riviera Theatre Chicago, IL
Oct 12, 2023
Sridhar
5 / 5
Great concert in a fabulous venue. Close and intimate and the Femmes rocked it! It was incredible to hear their first album played through in full. Saw them in '94 at Woodstock. Still great today!
The National Richmond, VA
Oct 24, 2023
Dave
5 / 5
My 2nd VF show for me this year. This show was 10x better than the 1st was at Cruel World Festival. The Eastern feels like a wrestling cage match on nights like this… in a good way.
The Eastern Atlanta, GA
Oct 29, 2022
Brant
5 / 5
The Horns of Dilemma only had one song, but the guest saxophone player MORE than made up for it. The band did a fantastic job and lit up the amphitheater with their song and instrumentals!
Ascend Amphitheater Nashville, TN
Aug 14, 2019
Gweedo
5 / 5
Absolutely incredible!!! They played the material with the same energy and excitement that I experience when listening to the albums!! Just perfect in every way! Also the eastern is now my favorite venue!
The Eastern Atlanta, GA
Oct 30, 2022
Similar Artists On Tour
Pixies
Pixies
Beck
Beck
Weezer
Weezer
The Smashing Pumpkins
The Smashing Pumpkins
CAKE
CAKE
Modest Mouse
Modest Mouse
Sublime
Sublime
The Black Keys
The Black Keys
Pearl Jam
Pearl Jam
Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan
New Order
New Order
The Flaming Lips
The Flaming Lips
Violent Femmes Tour Cities
Tulsa, OK Houston, TX Oklahoma City, OK Austin, TX Pompano Beach, FL Pelham, TN San Antonio, TX Cocoa Beach, FL St. Petersburg, FL Irving, TX Tallahassee, FL Seattle, WA St Petersburg, FL Melbourne, Australia Brisbane, Australia

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Femmes

Concerts & Tour Date Information

Is Violent Femmes on tour?

Yes, Violent Femmes is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming Violent Femmes concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Violent Femmes tour is scheduled for 18 dates across 15 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2024-2025 with Hypebot.

How many upcoming tour dates is Violent Femmes scheduled to play?

Violent Femmes is scheduled to play 18 shows between 2024-2025. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.

When does the Violent Femmes tour start?

Violent Femmes’s tour starts Dec 05, 2024 and ends on Jul 11, 2025. They will play 15 cities; their most recent concert was held in St Kilda at Palais Theatre and their next upcoming concert will be in Houston at White Oak Music Hall.

What venues is Violent Femmes performing at?

As part of the Violent Femmes tour, Violent Femmes is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:

2024 Tour Dates:

Dec 05 - St Kilda, VIC @ Palais Theatre
Dec 06 - Melbourne, VIC @ Flemington Racecourse
Dec 07 - Centennial Park, NSW @ Centennial Parklands
Dec 08 - Brisbane, 04 @ Brisbane Showgrounds

2025 Tour Dates:

Mar 18 - Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall
Mar 19 - San Antonio, TX @ The Espee
Mar 21 - Austin, TX @ ACL Live / Moody Theater
Mar 22 - Irving, TX @ The Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory
Mar 23 - Oklahoma City, OK @ The Criterion
Mar 24 - Tulsa, OK @ Cain's Ballroom
Mar 26 - Pelham, TN @ The Caverns
Mar 28 - Pompano Beach, FL @ Pompano Beach Amphitheater
Mar 29 - Pompano Beach, FL @ Pompano Beach Amphitheater
Mar 31 - St Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
Apr 01 - St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Landing
Apr 03 - Cocoa Beach, FL @ Cocoa Riverfront Park
Apr 04 - Tallahassee, FL @ The Adderley Amphotheater at Cascades Park
Jul 11 - Seattle, WA @ T-Mobile Park
Artists
Cities