The Spectrum, Philadelphia — Concerts & Setlists
Explore 9 concerts at The Spectrum in Philadelphia, United States.
About The Spectrum
The Spectrum is a live music venue in Philadelphia. Gigvault tracks every show that has happened here — setlists, attended bands and the fans who were there. Browse the venue's full concert history, see who recently played and find friends who were at the same show.
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The Spectrum on record
Gigvault documents 9 concerts at The Spectrum, spanning 1983 to 1988. The busiest year on record is 1987, with 2 shows. 4 different acts have played here, and AC/DC has come back most often (3 times).
The Spectrum — Venue information
The Spectrum wasn't just a building; it was Philadelphia's sonic heart, a monstrous concrete beast that inhaled generations of fervent fans and exhaled legendary echoes. From the thunderous roar of rock gods shaking its very foundations to the silky grooves of R&B legends, its cavernous interior held an unmatched energy, a raw, unvarnished electricity that crackled through every seat. Walking into the Spectrum was a pilgrimage for music lovers, an undeniable rite of passage where history wasn't just made on stage, but woven into the fabric of the collective experience. It was the arena where local dreams met global icons, defining the soundtrack of countless Philadelphia lives and cementing its place as an irreplaceable pillar of the city's vibrant cultural pulse.
Recent bands at The Spectrum
Other venues in Philadelphia
- Nikki Lopez Philly
- The Foundry
- The Fillmore
- Union Transfer
- Theatre of Living Arts
- Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia
- MilkBoy Philadelphia
- Franklin Music Hall
Concerts at The Spectrum
- Rush · 1987-12-13
- Rush · 1986-04-16
- KISS · 1987-12-18
- KISS · 1985-12-17
- KISS · 1984-11-25
- Iron Maiden · 1988-07-22
- AC/DC · 1986-09-15
- AC/DC · 1985-09-07
- AC/DC · 1983-11-14
Track your The Spectrum shows
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Frequently asked questions
What concerts are coming up at The Spectrum?
All upcoming shows at The Spectrum in Philadelphia, United States are listed live at the top of this page – including tour dates, headliners and support acts.
Who has played at The Spectrum?
The full concert history of The Spectrum – from setlists to past headliners – is in the "Past Shows" section. Setlists are pulled automatically from setlist.fm and the Gigvault community.
How do I track which shows I've been to at The Spectrum?
Create a free Gigvault account and mark shows at The Spectrum as attended. Your venue history flows into your Concert Wrapped and stats automatically.
Where do I find the setlist of my show at The Spectrum?
Open the past show in question – you'll see the full setlist, the date and other fans who were at the same concert at The Spectrum.
Is Gigvault free for The Spectrum?
Yes. Tracking shows, saving setlists and building your The Spectrum concert history is 100% free – no subscription, no ads.