Finish 2024 on a high note with these upcoming concerts in Colorado Springs.

As Live Music Monthly wraps up, make sure to catch your final concerts before the new year arrives.

From holiday themed shows to rock and rap, there’s something for every music lover this December.

Before diving into the lineup, let’s catch up on recent developments in the local music scene:

• Ford Amphitheater is slowly releasing their 2025 schedule with Leon Bridges taking the stage in May.

• Boot Barn Hall changed its name to Phil Long Music Hall under a new naming rights deal.

Concerts allow for all ages unless otherwise noted. Click on artist names to buy tickets.

The Lineup:

Dec. 3 – Sarah Brightman @ Pikes Peak Center

Dec. 4 – Jim Brickman @ Pikes Peak Center

Dec. 4 – David Arkenstone @ Lulu’s Downtown

Dec. 5 – Mannheim Steamroller @ Pikes Peak Center

Dec. 5 – Henhouse Prowlers • Armchair Boogie @ Lulu’s Downtown

Dec. 6 – King Buffalo • Rickshaw Billies Burger Patrol @ The Black Sheep

Dec. 6 – The Motet @ Lulu’s Downtown

Dec. 9 – Lightnin’ Luke @ Vultures

Dec. 12 – Michael W. Smith @ Pikes Peak Center

Highlight: Michael W. Smith, a well-known artist in the Christian music scene, released his first album in the 1980s. His upcoming concert at the Pikes Peak Center is a part of his Every Christmas Tour, named after his 2023 album.

Dec. 11 – Mugshot • Runoff • Thirteen Plagues • Contorted Self @ Vultures

Dec. 13 – Fighting the Phoenix • Saints of Never After • Lions & Crows • Get the Axe @ The Black Sheep

Dec. 14 – Slade Coulter • Tim Meegan Jr. & The 105’s @ The Basement at Oskar Blues (18+)

Dec. 17 – Ax and the Hatchetmen • Rec Hall @ The Black Sheep

Dec. 18 – Matt Heckler • Casper Allen @ Vultures

Dec. 19 – The Toasters • The Knockblockers • Last Reel Hero @ Vultures

Highlight: New York-based The Toasters are an influential band in the rise of ska music — a fast-paced dance style with reggae and pop undertones. The band has changed over time, with founder Buck on vocals and guitar being the only constant member.

Dec. 20 – Al’s Hwy50 @ The Black Sheep

Dec. 20 – Cody Cozz @ Phil Long Music Hall

Dec. 28 – Caskey @ Sunshine Studios Live

Dec. 29 – Tech N9ne @ The Black Sheep

Dec. 30 – Cracker @ Lulu’s Downtown

Dec. 31 – Tejon Street Corner Thieves • Crow Cavalier @ The Black Sheep