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Taylor Swift, Carole King & Joni Mitchell, Yacht Rock tribute bands part of Arcada Theatre’s winter lineup

Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience will be at the Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles Jan. 19, 2025.

The temperatures may be frigid, but the Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles will be heating up this winter with a diverse lineup of music and tribute shows.

From classic rock anthems to soulful ballads to the biggest pop hits, these high-energy performances will transport you back in time and leave you wanting more.

Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience – Jan. 19

Bring the whole family to this Sunday afternoon matinee performance of Taylor Swift’s biggest hits. Tribute artist Traci and her full band will recreate a fun, family-friendly experience as she recreates hits from every era of Swift’s music. Ticket prices begin at $39, and can be purchased here.

The Docksiders – A Yacht Rock Experience will be at the Arcada Theatre Jan. 23, 2025.

The Docksiders – A Yacht Rock Experience – Jan. 23

Enjoy the sound of soft rock classics from Christopher Cross, Hall & Oates, Michael McDonald, Air Supply and more at this tribute concert that harkens back to the late 70s and early 80s. The Docksiders are made up of veteran musicians originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and now based in Las Vegas. Nevada – led by 3-time Grammy™ nominee, Kevin Sucher. The band’s unique performance features hit song after hit song, costume changes and visual productions. Tickets start at $39.

Joni Mitchell & Carole King in Laurel Canyon – Jan. 25

Music from two iconic singer-songwriters as they began their legendary careers in California’s Laurel Canyon. Tribute artist Lauren Fox takes audiences on a trip down memory lane. Songs include Mitchell’s “Big Yellow Taxi,” “A Case of You,” “Woodstock” and King’s songs “You’ve Got a Friend,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “Love Me Tomorrow” and more of their 70s hits. Tickets begin at $39.

The show Joni & Carole in Laurel Canyon , featuring the music of Joni Mitchell and Carole King, will be at the Arcada Theatre Jan. 25, 2025.

Additional upcoming shows include former Megadeth guitarist Marty Friedman Jan. 30; All You Need is Love: All Star Celebration of the Beatles Feb. 2; country music singer Chris Cagle Feb. 7; Lynch Mob Feb. 8 and many more.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Arcada Theatre’s website here.

Aimee Barrows

Aimee Barrows

Aimee Barrows is the editor of The Scene, Shaw Local News Network's entertainment section. The Scene is your go-to destination for all things fun in Northern Illinois. Prior to The Scene, Aimee was the editor of the Kane County Chronicle for five years, and a freelance reporter for Shaw Media for four years.