Concerts All concerts 2018: The Year in Live Events | Vivid Seats December 12, 2018 by Vivid Seats 2018 Year in Live Events 2018: YEAR IN REVIEW We cheered. We laughed. We sang. We danced. No matter how technology continues to evolve, there's still no replacement for being there in person. Vivid Seats breaks down the biggest live events of the year, but we know that for most of us the biggest live event is the next concert, show, or game that we're excited to experience. From unprecedented performances and history-making public speaking events to unforgettable sports games and thrilling matches, 2018 was nothing short of memorable. As the year comes to an end, we look back at the biggest games, top tours, most impressive new acts, and more throughout 2018, along with a look into the year ahead �¢?? but we fully recognize that the biggest and most important live event was the one that you attended. BIGGEST SPORTS EVENTS OF THE YEAR 1. College Football Championship: Georgia vs. Alabama 2. Super Bowl: Patriots vs. Eagles 3. World Series: Red Sox at Dodgers (Game 4) 4. World Series: Red Sox at Dodgers (Game 1) 5. World Series: Red Sox at Dodgers (Game 3) Top Comedy Act of the Year: Jeff Dunham Public Speaker of the Year: Michelle Obama Broadway Show of the Year: Hamilton 2018 Artist of the Year: BTS Vivid Seats Breakout Artists of the Year Rap: Joji Latin: CNCO Pop: King Princess Country: Dan and Shay R&B: Ella Mai Overall: JoJo Siwa 2019 Look Ahead 2019 Top Sports City of the Year: Philadelphia 2019 Top Music City of the Year: Denver 2019 Top Comedy City of the Year: Baltimore 2019 Top Festival City of the Year: San Diego 2019 Top Musical City of the Year: Provo