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2011 Orange County
Free Summer Concerts, Movies & Shakespeare in the Park

** Due to possible last minute changes to times & locations to the events below, we encourage you to click on the link of the event holder to get the most updated information.

Brea
Buena Park Costa Mesa
Cypress Dana Point
Fountain Valley Fullerton
Garden Grove Huntington Beach
Irvine Laguna Niguel
Lake Forest Los Alamitos
Newport Beach Orange
Placentia Rancho Santa Margarita
San Clemente San Juan Capistrano
Seal Beach
Tustin Yorba Linda
 

 

BREA

Concerts in the Park
2011 Concerts

DETAILS:
Lively music of various genres will be presented. This is the perfect place to enjoy free entertainment and get to meet some new friends. Guests are encouraged to bring their folding chairs or blankets and get comfortable on the lawn. Bring your own picnic or just show up and you can purchase delicious tri-tip sandwiches, ice cold drinks and snacks that are offered for sale by community partners.

DATES, TIMES & PERFORMERS:
Concerts will be Wednesday evenings starting at 6:30 p.m.

July through August (Band details coming!)
July 13
July 20

July 27
August 3

August 10
August 17

LOCATION:
City Hall Park
401 S Brea Blvd
Brea

INFORMATION:
(714) 990-7722

 

BUENA PARK

Concerts in the Park
2011 Concerts

DETAILS:
Each year, the Fine Arts Department is proud to provide six free outdoor concerts at Boisseranc Park. There is fun for the entire family---in addition to featured weekly musical performances, there is food and fun for the entire family!

DATES, TIMES & PERFORMERS:
Starting June 22nd, concerts will be every Wednesday evening from 7-9 pm

June 22nd - Raymond Michael Tribute to Elvis
June 29th - Ladies of Motown
July 6th - Swing Cats, Big Band music
July 13th - Surfin' Safari, Beach Boys Tribute
July 20th - Stone Soul, Motown classics
July 27th - Mariachi Tesoro de San Fernando

LOCATION:
Boiserranc Park
7520 Dale Street
Buena Park

INFORMATION:
(714) 236-3869

 

COSTA MESA

2011 Concerts in the Park

DETAILS:
Free family entertainment for the whole community! Presented by the city of Costa Mesa and Costa Mesa Community Foundation

DATES, TIMES & PERFORMERS:
Tuesday Evenings
concerts start at 5:30

July 5 - The Peggy Nelson Project, Top 40 hits
July 12 - Time Bomb, Classic Rock
July 19 - Help, Beatles Tribute band
July 26 - Flattop Tom and his Jumpcats, Swing, Blues & Oldies
August 2 - Dan Krikorian Band, Acoustic, Folk & Pop

LOCATION:
Fairview Park
Costa Mesa


The Crossing Church Summer Concerts

Join The Crossing Church for their Summer Concerts in the Amphitheater. Music for the whole family! Food and drinks are available for minimal purchase.

DATES, TIMES & PERFORMERS:
Satuday's in July and August
Concerts start immediately following the 5:30pm Saturday night service until 8:00 pm

July 2 - Peter Brandon
July 9 - Pawnshop King
July 16 - Chris Paul Overall
July 23 - Andrea Hamilton
July 30 - Moi Navarro

LOCATION:
The Crossing Church Amphitheather
2115 Newport Blvd.
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

 

CYPRESS

City of Cypress Concerts on the Green
2011 concerts

DETAILS:
Presented by the Cypress Recreation & Community Services Department. All concerts are free. Festival seating, picnics and lawn chairs are encouraged. Light refreshments are available for purchase. No Alcohol permitted.

DATES & TIMES:
Concerts begin at 6:00 p.m.

June 11 - Cypress Orchestra, pops
June 18 - Southland Mega Groove, music of California
July 9 - High Steet
July 16 - Mike Henebry Orchestra
July 30 - Raymond Michael's Elvis Tribute
August 6 - Who's Your Daddy
August 13 - Dean Colley's Neil Diamond Tribute
August 20 - Elm Street Band
August 27 - The Rock-Its/Hi-Lites

LOCATION:
Cypress Civic Center Green
5275 Orange Avenue
Cypress

INFORMATION:
(714) 229-6780

 

DANA POINT

2010 Free Summer Concert Series

DETAILS:
Musical entertainment presented by the City of Dana Point. Bring a blanket or low lawn chairs. Umbrellas/canopies are welcome on the outskirts of the seating area, or please lower it during the performance. Please check the City of Dana Point calendar for possible changes or more information.

DATES & TIMES:
Concerts are on Sundays
4:30-6:00 p.m.

Heritage Park Concert

June 26 - Bella Donna, Tribute to Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac

Lantern Bay Park Concerts

July 10 - Garratt Wilkin & The Parrotheads, Jimmy Buffet music
July 17 - The Whiskey Jack Band, Classic Rock

Sea Terrace Park Concerts

July 24 - Sapadilla, Calypso Music
July 31 - The Amazing Wildcats, Fifties Music
August 7 - Rockin’ The Paradise, Styx Tribute
August 14 - Dog & Butterfly, Music of Heart
August 21 - Hot August Night, Neil Diamond Music
August 28 - Chicago Tribute Authority, Chicago Music

LOCATIONS:
Heritage Park - 34400 Old Golden Lantern
Lantern Bay Park - 25111 Park Lantern Rd
Sea Terrace Park - PCH @ Niguel Road

INFORMATION:
(949) 248-3530

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Shakespeare in the Park
August 25-27, 2011
6:00pm

More details to come.

LOCATION:
Lantern Bay Park
25111 Park Lantern Road
Dana Point

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Movies in the Park
Fridays at 8:00 p.m.
Free Event

Bring your low back lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy these family friendly movies, under the stars in beautiful Dana Point. Refreshments available to purchase: candy, soda, bottled water, hot chocolate and coffee. All proceeds from the concession sales benefit a local school or non-profit. The Dana Point Youth Board will be selling glow necklaces for $1.00 each, as a fundraiser for their annual Adopt-A-Family program.

June 3 - How to Train Your Dragon
June 10 - The Chronicles of Narnia
June 17 - Shrek Forever After
June 24 - Despicable Me

LOCATION:
Lantern Bay Park
25111 Park Lantern Road
Dana Point

 

 

FOUNTAIN VALLEY

2011 Summer Concerts in the Park

DETAILS:
Live concerts return to the Fountain Valley Recreation Center at the Great Lawn on Thursday nights in July. Shows are scheduled to begin at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There is also food booths and business expos.

2010 DATES & TIMES:
Concert times are 6 - 8 p.m.

July 7 Surfin Safari, Beach Boys Tribute
July 14 Don't Stop Believin, Journey Tribute
July 21 Raymond Michael's Elvis, Elvis Tribute
July 28 Mark Wood and the Parrot Head Band, Jimmy Buffet

LOCATION:
Fountain Valley Recreation and Sports Park
16400 Brookhurst St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

714-593-4446

 

FULLERTON

 

2011 Summer Concerts Series

DETAILS:
Bring your family and friends to enjoy a night of music under the stars! While food will be available for purchase, concert-goers are welcome to bring a picnic supper to enjoy, as well as lawn chairs or blankets for seating.

DATES & TIMES:
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

July 13 – Southbound (70's and Southern Rock)
July 20 – HELP (Beatles Tribute Band)
July 27 – The James Harman Band (Blues)
August 3 – The Mighty Cash Cats (Johnny Cash Tribute Band)
August 10 – Yard Sale (Classic Rock)
August 17 – The Lucky Stars (Country)

LOCATION:
Fullerton Sports Complex
560 E. Silver Pine St.

INFORMATION:
(714) 738-3167

 

GARDEN GROVE

2011 Free Summer Concert Series

DETAILS:
Concertgoers can enjoy the sights and sounds of evening concerts in the park brought to you by the Garden Grove Community Foundation. No EZ-Ups or golf carts, please. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.

DATES & TIMES:
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Eastgate Park Concerts:

July 14 - Hollywood U2, U2 tribute
July 21 - Surfin Safari, Beach Boys Tribute
July 28 - Stone Soul, Motown
August 4 - Neil Morrow, Country Rock
August 11 - Abbey Road, Beatles Tribute
August 18 - Nyght Ryder, 80's & 90's

Village Greeen Concerts:

August 25 - Don't Stop Believin, Journey Tribute
September 1 - Salsa Caliente, Latin Salsa

LOCATIONS:
Eastgate Park - 12001 St Mark St
Village Green - Euclid & Main Street

INFORMATION:
(714) 741-5280

 

HUNTINGTON BEACH

Surfin' Sundays Concert Series
2011 Concerts run through September

DETAILS:
International Surfing Museum's provides free musical performances for the public's enjoyment. Featured at the Surfin' Sundays Concert Series will be live music - surf bands - and vendor booths (vendors at PCH & Main location).

* Please check website for concert locations & complete list of performers. Concerts may be subject to changes

DATES & TIMES:
June 12 - Nocturnes, 1-4 pm at the museum back lot
June 26 - Tower 21, 3 Balls of Fire, 1-4 pm, museum back lot
July 17 - Multiple performers, 11am-5pm, Pier Plaza
July 31 - Multiple performers, 1-4 pm, museum back lot
August 14 - Multiple performers, 11am-5pm, Pier Plaza
August 28 - Surfer Joe, Kelp 1-4 pm, museum back lot
Sept 11 - Mauraders, The Fabulous Nomads, 1-4 pm, back lot
Sept 18 - Surf Rockers & Guest, 1-4 pm, museum back lot
Sept 25 - Multiple performers, 11am-5pm, Pier Plaza

LOCATIONS:
Pier Plaza shows - 315 Pacific Coast Highway (PCH & Main St)
Surfing Museum shows - 411 Olive (in parking lot)

INFORMATION:
714-960-3483

 

IRVINE

 

2011 Summer Concert Series
July - August

DETAILS:
The City of Irvine will host three fun-filled, free concerts at Woodbridge Community Park. This year, our annual summer concert series is in celebration of the City's 40th Anniversary. Several delicious food options, including gourmet food trucks, will be on site, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Irvine Public Schools Foundation, the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee and other Irvine non-profit organizations.

Saturday, July 23, 5:30 pm
- Gregg Young and The 2nd Street Band

Sunday, July 31
- Target Symphony in the Cities featuring the Pacific Symphony
5:30 pm - Musical Playground
7:00 pm - Concert

Sunday, August 14, 6 pm
- Tina Turner Tribute with the Proud Mary Band

LOCATION:
Woodbridge Community Park
20 Lake Road
Irvine, CA 92604

INFORMATION:
(949) 724-6606


Flights & Sounds Summer Festival
Friday & Saturday, August 5 - September 3, 2011

DETAILS: Live music begins at 8:15 pm on both nights, but there is a lot to do before the music starts! The Great Park Gallery will be open before each show, with a free El Toro-inspired exhibition by OC artist Jorg Dubin. To enjoy the music from 400 feet up in the Great Park Balloon, it’s best to check in right at 6 pm — rides start at 7 pm and fill up quickly, weather permitting. The Great Park Carousel is also ready to take you for a spin. The Hangar Café opens at 6 pm, serving up snacks, dinner and beverages before and during the shows. Arrive at least an hour early to make sure you don’t miss anything.

Free Admission, $10 Parking

Fridays: World Beat Dance Parties
August 12 - Nuriya, Salsa
August 19 - Shotgun Wedding Quintet, big band swing, to funk and gypsy jazz
August 26 - H’Sao, High-energy dance music
September 2 - BlackMahal, Punjabi funk with drums, horns and hip hop.

Saturdays: American Music Styles in Concert
August 13 - Lucinda Williams, folk, country, rock and Americana
August 20 - Jazz Mafia, virtuosic performers with top-tier brass
August 27 - The Del McCoury Band, bluegrass
September 3 - Preservation Hall Jazz Band, jazz

LOCATION:
Orange County Great Park
Sand Canyon and Marine Way
Irvine, California

 

LAGUNA NIGUEL

2011 Concerts in the Park
June - August

DETAILS:
This event is held every other Friday night. The series includes a variety of music such as Classic Rock, Tribute Bands, and Swing. The concerts are offered free to the community. Food will be available for purchase.

For the safety of others, no scooters, skateboards, roller blades, pets or smoking in the event area. Alcohol is prohibited in all City parks. Please bring low chairs or blankets so that you don’t obstruct the view of others. Parking may be limited, FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE will be available for every concert from 5-9:30pm (4:30-10:30pm on July 4th)

DATES & TIMES:
With the exception of the July 4th concert which will be held from 6-8 pm, all concerts will be on Friday evening and will be from 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Friday, June 24Stone Soul, Motown
Monday , July 4 – (6-8pm) Catch A Wave & PaperBack Writer, Beach Boys Tribute & Beatles Tribute
Friday, July 15Trooper Thorn, Irish Folk/Bluegrass
Friday, July 29Don’t Stop Believin’, Journey Tribute
Friday, August 12Tijuana Dogs, Cover/Classic Rock
Friday, August 26Tommy Tassi and the Authentics 50’s/60’s Rock N Roll

LOCATION:
Crown Valley Community Park Amphitheatre
29751 Crown Valley Parkway
Laguna Niguel

INFORMATION:
(949) 362-4351

 

LAKE FOREST

2011 Concert Series

DETAILS:
Don’t miss your chance to be a part of a Lake Forest summer time tradition - the Annual Summer Concert Series in the Park! These family oriented concerts are a summertime favorite and will once again bring City of Lake Forest families together to rock out, dance, and enjoy the Pacific Symphony. Food and refreshments will be available to purchase.

DATES & TIMES:
Sundays - 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Sunday, June 26 - American Idols Brooke White & Syesha Mercado with “Tha Way Out”
Sunday, July 24
- “Wanted” and Kina Grannis
Sunday, August 14 - End of Summer Spectacular

LOCATION:
Pittsford Park
21701 Pittsford Drive

INFORMATION:
(949) 461-3450


2011 Movies in the Park
Fridays
Activities start at 6:30 PM

Friday, June 17, at Cherry Park - Despicable Me
Friday, July 8, at Rimgate Park
- How To Train Your Dragon
Friday, Aug 5, at Mountain View Park
- Beauty & The Beast
Friday, Aug 26, at El Toro Park - Princess & the Frog

LOCATIONS:
vary - please check website

INFORMATION:
(949) 461-3450

 

LOS ALAMITOS

Music & Movies in the Park

DETAILS:
Free Entertainment for the Entire Family on Saturdays at 6:30 pm. There will be giveaways and snacks for sale. Bring lawn chair and blankets.

DATES & TIMES:
Saturdays at 6:30 pm

July 9 - 'Megamind'
at Laurel Park
July 23 - 'Surf’s Up'
at Joint Forces Training Base Pool - where your bathing suit! All adults must have a photo ID to enter the Base
August 6 - Disney’s 'Tangled'
at Laurel Park

LOCATIONS:
Laurel Park, Bloomfield & Katella Ave.
Joint Forces Training Base

INFORMATION:
(562) 430-1073

 

NEWPORT BEACH

Concerts In The Parks And Shakespeare By The Sea

DETAILS:
The Newport Beach City Arts Commission will host four evenings of free family arts entertainment at local parks this summer including two Concerts in the Parks and two evenings of Shakespeare by the Sea. All of these summer events are free and open to the public. Those planning to attend should bring lawn chairs and a picnic dinner to fully enjoy the entertainment under the stars.

Shakespeare by the Sea
Bring your blankets, beach chairs and picnic dinner for an evening of free Shakespeare performed by the professional touring acting troupe. Pre-show activities begin at 6:45 p.m. with the curtain going up at 7 p.m.

2011 information coming. Please check back

Concerts in the Parks
Concerts are from 6-7 pm

2011 information coming. Please check back

INFORMATION:
For more information, call the Cultural Arts FAQ Hotline at 949-644-3211

 

ORANGE

2011 Concerts in the Park

DETAILS:
Pack your picnic baskets, relax, and enjoy fantastic free entertainment for all ages under the summer starry sky! Bring your blankets or low lawn chairs and get ready for a great time! Reminder: food will be available for purchase courtesy of a local non-profit group and please leave pets at home. Performers subject to change.

DATES & TIMES:
Wednesday Evenings, 7 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

July 6 Sangria, R & B, Old School Oldies, & Latin
July 13 The Fenians, Traditional & Contemporary Irish Music
July 20 The Doo-Wah Riders, Country with a Cajun Twist
July 27 The Cords, 80’s New Wave & Pop Flashbacks
August 3 Stone Soul, Classic Soul & Motown
August 10 Film at Eleven, Motown & Classic R & B
August 17 Abbey Road, A Tribute to the Beatles
August 24 Swing Cats Big Band, Big Band Swing Orchestra

LOCATION:
Hart Park Band Shell
located off the 22 Fwy. & Glassell St.

INFORMATION:
Call (714) 744-5599 for more information

 

PLACENTIA

2011 Concerts in the Park

DETAILS:
Free concerts presented by the City of Placentia Cultural Arts Commission. Non profit food vendors will be selling refreshments and dinner option at each concert. Inclement weather will cancel event.

The June 30 summer kick off show will also feature family games, face painting, kid's activities and food vendors to celebrate Independence Day.

DATES & TIMES:
Thursday Evenings, 6:30 pm

June 30 Woodie & the Longboards, 50s, 60s & 70s Surf Music
July 7 Upstream, Steel Drum, Caribbean, Calypso
July 14 Kid and Nic, Hot Sax, Current & Past Rock Hits
July 21 Aquarius, 60’s Tribute Band
July 28 Rockit Scientists, 50’s & 60’s Rock & Roll
August 4 Placentia Symphonic Band, Placentia Musicians
August 11 All American Wranglers, Country Music
August 18 Sportive Tricks, Irish Music with a Kick

LOCATION:
Tri-City Park
2301 N. Kraemer Blvd.

INFORMATION:
Call (714) 993-8232 for more information


2011 Movies in the Park

Outdoor movies are shown on Friday nights during summer months at Placentia Champions Sports Complex. Movies begin at dusk and admission is FREE. Spectators are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for comfortable viewing. Titles subject to change.

July 15 Shrek, Forever After (PG)
July 22 Despicable Me (PG)
July 29 How to Train Your Dragon (PG)
August 5 The Incredibles (PG)
August 12 Monsters Inc (G)
August 19 Bolt (G)
August 26 Toy Story 3 (G)

 

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA

Summer Concerts

DETAILS:
The City of Rancho Santa Margarita provides a variety of excellent musical performances with the sunset as your backdrop.
Concert-goers are encouraged to visit some of RSM's local restuarants before the concerts and bring a picnic dinner!

DATES & TIMES:
Sundays, 6 pm - 8 pm

2011 details coming. Please check back.

LOCATION:
Central Park
30842 La Miranda
Rancho Santa Margarita

INFORMATION:
(949) 216-9700 x 250

 

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

2011 San Juan Summer Nights
Held on the third Wednesdays of the month
June - September

DETAILS:
San Juan Summer Nites offers the perfect night on the town for visitors of all ages. The concert features live music and local business expo. Food is available on site from featured restaurants and the chamber of coommerce will also host a beer & wine garden. Bring a lawn chair, blanket & jacket.

DATES & TIMES:
All Concerts are from 6 pm - 8 pm

June 15, 2011 Steely Dan Tribute Band
July 20, 2011
Travis Nelson and the Rough Stock Band
August 17,
2011 Ronnie & The Classics
September 21, 2011
The Trip, Classic Rock

LOCATION:
San Juan Capistrano's Historic Town Center Park
El Camino Real

INFORMATION:
949-493-5911

 

SAN CLEMENTE

Summer Beach Concert Series
June - August 2010

Join the community to celebrate eleven years of live music on the beach with the sunset as your backdrop and free seating in the sand while supporting music education and local artists in this ultimate concert venue!

DATES & TIMES:
All concerts are from 6:00 pm to sunset

Student Concert: Friday, June 10, 2011

San Clemente High School Jazz Band and Shorecliffs Jazz Band present the community’s sensational student musicians in this magnificent live performance of Jazz on the Beach!

Summer Series: Thursday Evenings

July 21 - Mike Reilly Band (Blues)
August 4 - Don't Stop Believing, Journey Tribute Band (Rock)
August 18 - Common Sense (Reggae)

LOCATION:
On the beach, north of the San Clemente Pier.

INFORMATION:
For more information contact the Recreation Division at 361-8264.

 

SEAL BEACH

Summer Concert Series
July – August

DETAILS:
This year’s Summer Concert Series, presented by the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce features some of the community’s favorite bands along with popular new talent. The Chamber, along with individual band sponsors has made these events free to the public. The concerts will also feature a “Vendor Village” from 2:00 to 8:00 on each of the concert dates.

DATES & TIMES:
Wednesday, 6 - 8 pm

2011 information coming. Please check back

LOCATION:
Eisenhower Park by the Seal Beach Pier.

INFORMATION:
Please contact the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce at (562) 799-0179 for additional information.

 

TUSTIN

2011 Concerts in the Park
June through August

DETAILS:
Relax and enjoy the sounds of the great live music! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Enjoy a picnic or purchase food or snacks from community groups. Admission is free!

DATES & TIMES:
Wednesdays, 6 - 8 pm

June 22 Stone Soul, Soul/Motown
June 29 Ronny & the Classics, 50's/60's/Swing
July 6 Cold Duck, Hits from 70's to now
July 13 Members Lonely, 80's Cover
July 20 Hodads, Surf/Buffett
July 27 West Coast Strayz, Classic Rock
Aug 3 Silverados, Country
Aug 10 Don't Stop Believin', Journey Tribute

LOCATION:
Peppertree Park

INFORMATION:
(714) 573-3326

 

YORBA LINDA

2011 Concerts in the Park
July & August

Bring your own picnic diner and/or buy food from local non-profit organizations and the Yorba Linda Volunteens. Seating is available in the amphitheateror grass areas at the park (chairs and blankets recommended).

Dogs are not recommended due to safety issues and the comfort of others in attendance. Riding skateboards, bikes, roller blades, and scooters throughout the park during the concert is prohibited. Alcohol is not allowed in the park.

DATES & TIMES:
Sundays, 5:30-7:00 p.m.

July 17, 2011 - Southland Band (Classic Rock)
July 24, 2011 - The Doo Wah Riders (Country)
July 31, 2011 - Film at Eleven (R & B)
August 7, 2011 - Raymond Michaels (Tribute to Elvis)

LOCATION:
Hurless Barton Park
4601 Casa Loma Ave.

INFORMATION:
For more information, call the Travis Ranch Activity Center at (714) 961-7167

 

 

   

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