Sarasota to Tampa Concert Transportation

September 2026 is packed with concerts and live entertainment in Tampa, making it a great month to plan a night out with friends or family. From major stadium performances to country, pop, rock, R&B, and hip-hop, the Tampa Bay area will welcome several well-known artists throughout the month.

For residents and visitors in Sarasota, Bradenton, Siesta Key, Venice, Anna Maria Island, and surrounding areas, these events are close enough for an exciting evening in Tampa. At the same time, concert traffic, parking, coordinating multiple cars, and driving back to Sarasota late at night are important details to consider when planning the trip.

For anyone planning to attend one of these events from the Sarasota area, thinking about transportation in advance can make the evening much easier. This guide highlights some of the major Tampa concerts happening in September 2026 and explains transportation options for groups traveling from Sarasota and surrounding communities.

September 2026 Concerts in Tampa

Here are some of the major concerts scheduled in Tampa during September 2026, organized by date with the musical style of each artist.

September 10 — Luke Bryan

Venue: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre — TampaMusic: Country

Luke Bryan is one of the best-known names in modern country music, making this a great option for country fans planning a September night out in Tampa.

September 11 — Kehlani

Venue: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre — TampaMusic: R&B / Soul / Pop

Kehlani brings a contemporary mix of R&B, soul, and pop to Tampa, offering a different musical experience for fans looking for a smooth, modern sound.

September 12 & 13 — Bruno Mars

Venue: Raymond James Stadium — TampaMusic: Pop / R&B / Funk / Soul

One of the highlights of Tampa's September concert calendar is Bruno Mars, bringing The Romantic Tour to Raymond James Stadium for two nights. Known for blending pop, R&B, funk, and soul, Bruno Mars is expected to make these two dates among the month's biggest concert events.

September 12 — The Strokes

Venue: Benchmark International Arena — TampaMusic: Indie Rock / Alternative Rock

The Strokes are a major name in indie and alternative rock, making September 12 an especially busy night for live music in Tampa.

September 17 — Empire of the Sun

Venue: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre — TampaMusic: Electropop / Electronic / Dance

Empire of the Sun is known for electronic pop, dance-inspired music, and highly visual live performances, bringing a colorful and energetic show to Tampa.

September 18 — Zac Brown Band

Venue: Benchmark International Arena — TampaMusic: Country / Country Rock / Folk

Zac Brown Band combines country with elements of rock and folk, making this one of September's standout options for country music fans.

September 23 — TLC, Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue

Venue: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre — TampaMusic: R&B / Hip-Hop / New Jack Swing

This concert brings together three influential acts associated with R&B and hip-hop, offering a nostalgic night for fans of music from the late 1980s, 1990s, and beyond.

September 24 — Wu-Tang Clan

Venue: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre — TampaMusic: Hip-Hop / Rap

Wu-Tang Clan brings classic East Coast hip-hop to Tampa for fans looking for one of the month's major rap events.

September 25 — Tim McGraw

Venue: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre — TampaMusic: Country

Tim McGraw, one of country music's most recognizable artists, rounds out this selection of major September concerts with a performance on September 25.

Getting From Sarasota to Tampa for a Concert

After choosing a concert, the next step is deciding how your group will get there. Travel between Sarasota and Tampa can take longer during major events because of traffic around the venues and increased parking demand.

For friends, families, and larger parties, private transportation from Sarasota to Tampa offers an alternative to taking several cars. SkyBlue Transport provides private group transportation for concerts and special events, allowing the group to travel together to Tampa and return to the Sarasota area together after the event.

Our event transportation is available for:

• Concerts

• Sporting events

• Festivals

• Group outings

• Weddings and celebrations

• Private events

• Airport transfers

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