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Orange County Summer Concerts Guide (2024)

Published on April 2, 2024

Summer is a time for fun, sun, and music, and there’s no better way to experience all three than by attending a summer concert in Orange County. With a plethora of outdoor venues and talented performers, Orange County is the perfect destination for anyone looking to enjoy some live music this season.

Use this summer concerts list to plan out your concert outings. We’ll update as we see more OC Summer concerts listed so make sure you’re bookmarking this page for easy reference.

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SUMMER CONCERTS IN ORANGE COUNTY

ALISO VIEJO
Summer Concerts in the Park in Aliso Viejo
FREE Grand Park Town Center Amphitheater – Aliso Viejo Community Association

Blankets and chairs are allowed. Please wait until after 7:30 am to allow time for our volunteers to mark off our fire lines and booth location.

No roping off, no caution tape, no spray paint, no plastic table covers and no tarps are allowed. All tarps will be removed by AVCA due to the damage they cause on the grass.

June 9, 2024 – Stone Soul
June 23, 2024 – Tijuana Dogs
July 14, 2024 – Young Guns
July 28, 2024 – Kayln and the New Frontier
August 11, 2024 – Flashback Heart Attack

ANAHEIM
Summer Concerts in Anaheim
FREE Summer Concerts in the Park (Anaheim Town Square)
7:00pm – 9:00pm

The Anaheim Town Square Concert Series is held at our beautiful outdoor plaza, creating an intimate and lively atmosphere for music lovers of all ages. Bring a blanket, sit back and relax under the stars while enjoying the best live music.

June 28, 2024 – Siempre Selena (Selena Tribute)
July 12, 2024 – Zepidemic (Led Zeppelin Tribute)
July 26, 2024 – Ticket To Ride (Beatles Tribute)
August 9, 2024 – Lose Your Illusion (Guns N’ Roses Tribute)
August 23, 2024 – Live From Earth (Pat Benatar Tribute)
September 6, 2024 – Skin & Bones (Foo Fighters Tribute)

FREE Concerts in the Canyon (Ronald Reagan Park)
Thursdays at 6:30pm

June 27, 2024
July 11, 2024
July 18, 2024
July 25, 2024

FREE Summer Nights Concerts (Pearson Park Amphitheatre)
Saturdays at 7:00pm

August 3, 2024 – Anything for Salinas Band (Selena tribute)
August 10, 2024 – Santanaways (Carlos Santana tribute)
August 17, 2024 – Britishmania (Beatles Tribute)
August 24, 2024 – Catch a Wave (Beach Boys tribute)

FREE Concerts to the Max (Maxwell Park)
Thursdays at 6:30pm

August 1, 2024

FREE Concerts at National Night Out (Modjeska Park)
Thursdays at 7:00pm

August 6, 2024

BALBOA ISLAND
Summer Concerts in Balboa Island
FREE Summer Concerts in the Park (Balboa Park)

August 2, 2024 – The Chancers
August 9, 2024 – The New Originals
August 16, 2024 – The British Invasion
August 23, 2024 – The Fabulous Nomads
August 30, 2024 – Kenny Hale (Neil Diamond)
September 6, 2024 – The Grateful Dads

BREA
Summer Concerts in Brea
FREE Brea Concerts in the Park
Live outdoor music begins in July with Concerts in the Park, held on Wednesday evenings in City Hall Park.

BUENA PARK
Summer Concerts in Buena Park
FREE Summer Concert Series in the Park

This event features great entertainment, twilight swim, food trucks, and community partner booths. Concerts from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Twilight Swim, Community Vendors & Food Trucks begin at 6:00pm

July 3, 2024 – LA Sound Machine – A Gloria Estefan tribute band
July 10, 2024 – Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea
July 17, 2024 – K-pop Night Dance to your favorite K-pop hits and more
July 24, 2024 – Tijuana Dogs
July 26, 2024 – Bruno and the Hooligans
August 2, 2024 – New Romantics

COSTA MESA
Summer Concerts in Costa Mesa
FREE Segerstrom Center Summer Sounds Series
Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of some of Southern California’s most eclectic artists and join us this June and July for our FREE all-ages Summer Sounds concert series on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza! From salsa to soul, and everything in between, our lineup promises a musical journey that caters to every taste. Bring your friends and family for an electrifying evening of live performances under the starlit sky!

June 7, 2024 – Boogaloo Assassins
June 14, 2024 – J Boykin & Friends
July 12, 2024 – Undecided Future
July 19, 2024 – Maria Sanchez & The Midnight Groove
July 26, 2024 – Tropa Magica

FREE Metro Pointe Entertainment Series
Performances take place Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs.

FREE Costa Mesa Summer Concert Series at Fairview Park
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Concerts in the Park is an event that takes place on Tuesdays in July. It showcases live music, beautiful scenery, food, and most importantly it brings the whole community together during the summer.

CYPRESS
Summer Concerts in Cypress
FREE Summer Concert on the Green

Pack your picnic baskets, bring your blankets and chairs, and get ready to enjoy your favorite summer pastime event on the Green. All concerts are free, open to the public and held on Fridays at 6:00 PM. Refreshments will be available for purchase at all concerts. Alcohol and smoking of any kind is prohibited.

DANA POINT
Summer Concerts in Dana Point
FREE OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach

Thursday nights, 5 p.m. (Event starts at 5 p.m., live music begins at 6 p.m.). Translation services available upon request.

August 15, 2024 – The FABBA Show
August 22, 2024 – Jimmy’s Buffet

FREE Dana Point Summer Concert Series
Summer fun! Summer music! These FREE family-friendly concerts feature two bands and are held at Sea Terrace Park, PCH & Niguel Road behind the Dana Point Library area. Food and spirits (21+) are available to purchase.

$38 Live Music Harbor Cruise at Dana Wharf

Come aboard the 95′ Dana Pride for an evening filled with fun and entertainment. Enjoy live music played aboard the Dana Pride as you cruise through beautiful Dana Point Harbor and enjoy the sunset.

This unique live music event is not to be missed! We can’t think of a better way to spend your evening than with great music and great company aboard the Dana Pride. The boat also features a full bar including wine, beer (domestic and imported), and mixed drinks. Treat yourself to a musical adventure to be remembered and come join us today!

FOUNTAIN VALLEY
Summer Concerts in Fountain Valley
FREE Concerts in the Park at Fountain Valley Sports Park

Thursday nights, 6-8pm.

July 11, 2024
July 18, 2024
July 25, 2024

FULLERTON
Summer Concerts in Fullerton
FREE OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Craig Park

Thursday nights, 5 p.m. (Event starts at 5 p.m., live music begins at 6 p.m.). Translation services available upon request.

June 20, 2024 – Sweet and Tender Hooligans
June 27, 2024 – Mariachi Divas

GARDEN GROVE
Summer Concerts in Garden Grove
FREE Garden Grove Summer Concert Series
Food trucks will be available for food purchases. No EZ-ups or golf carts.

June 27, 2024 – Smokin’ Cobras (Downtown Main Street)
July 11, 2024 – Taylor Nation (Eastgate Park)
July 18, 2024 – Redneck Rodeo (Eastgate Park)
July 25, 2024 – Jimmy’s Buffet (Eastgate Park)
August 1, 2024 – Tijuana Dogs (Eastgate Park)

HUNTINGTON BEACH
Summer Concerts in Huntington Beach
FREE Live Musical Performances on Pacific City’s Ocean Deck
Sit back and relax with a perfect view of the sea. Genres range from acoustic guitar to surf rock, pop, country and even steel drums. Each performance features a popular local musician.

Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

IRVINE
Summer Concerts in Irvine
$5 GA Irvine Nights at Great Park Live

Visitors can explore a diverse array of culinary delights, shop for unique artisanal goods, and enjoy a range of entertainment options, all in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Kids 5 and under are free. Reserved seats are also available starting at $10.

June 14: DSB: A Tribute to Journey
June 21: Summer Nights – GREASE Tribute Show
June 22: Taylor Nation – Taylor Swift Tribute Show
June 28: Queen Nation – Tribute to Queen
July 11: Rumors – Fleetwood Mac Tribute
July 12: Always Adele – Tribute to Adele
July 19: TBD
July 25: Nirvana Tribute – Tribute to Nirvana
August 2: Redneck Rodeo – Country Party
August 8: Beatles vs. Stones
August 15: Cash’d Out – Johnny Cash Tribute
August 16: Elvis – The Early Years
August 29: The Ultimate King of Pop – Michael Jackson
August 30: Jimmy’s Buffet – Jimmy Buffet Tribute
September 12: Boy Band Review Tribute to 90’s Boy Bands
October 10: 7 Summers – Morgan Wallen Tribute

FREE OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Mason Regional Park

Thursday nights, 5 p.m. (Event starts at 5 p.m., live music begins at 6 p.m.). Translation services available upon request.

July 11, 2024 – Flashback Heart Attack

FREE Live Music at Irvine Spectrum Center

Weekend evenings from 5:30pm to 8:30pm near H&M. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with the sounds of talented local musicians. Perfect for families, friends, and date nights, our weekend entertainment promises a delightful evening out.

MAY 31 | Chelsey Sanchez
JUNE 1 | Corey Angeli
JUNE 6 | Robert Simon
JUNE 7 | Oleha
JUNE 8 | Brooke Ramel
JUNE 9 | Sebastian Romero
JUNE 13 | Oleha
JUNE 14 | Addie Dunworth
JUNE 15 | Luke Witting
JUNE 16 | Jules Martinez
JUNE 20 | Phillip & Antoinette
JUNE 21 | JP Aquino
JUNE 22 | Brooke Ramel
JUNE 23 | Luke Witting
JUNE 27 | Addie Dunworth
JUNE 28 | Chelsey Sanchez
JUNE 29 | Robert Simon
JUNE 30 | Sebastian Romero

LA HABRA
Summer Concerts in the Park in La Habra
FREE Concert in the park Series at Portola Park

La Habra’s Concerts in the Park will be held on Thursday evenings, 7:00-8:30 pm, at Portola Park, 301 S. Euclid St. Join us for music and family fun — funnel cakes, concessions, and the Children’s Museum will be open. Follow us on our social media for updates, or contact us at 562-383-4200.

July 11, 2024
July 18, 2024
July 25, 2024
August 1, 2024
August 8, 2024

ORANGE
Summer Concerts in Orange
FREE OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Irvine Regional Park

Thursday nights, 5 p.m. (Event starts at 5 p.m., live music begins at 6 p.m.). Translation services available upon request.

July 18, 2024 – A Thousand Horses
July 25, 2024 – No Duh: The Ultimate Tribute to No Doubt & Gwen Stefani

SANTA ANA
Summer Concerts in Santa Ana
FREE OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Mile Square Park

Thursday nights, 5 p.m. (Event starts at 5 p.m., live music begins at 6 p.m.). Translation services available upon request.

August 1, 2024 – Ozomatli
August 8, 2024 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

TUSTIN
Summer Concerts in Tustin
FREE Concerts in the Park at Peppertree Park

Wednesday nights, 6-8 p.m.

June 12, 2024 – July 31, 2024

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Overall, a summer concert in Orange County is an experience that shouldn’t be missed. With a variety of outdoor venues, talented performers, and a beautiful California backdrop, Orange County is the perfect destination for anyone looking to enjoy some live music this season. So grab your friends, grab some tickets, and get ready to rock out in Orange County this summer!