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(Sun, Jan 16, 7pm) Hamilton de Holanda Trio at Travis Auditorim in Pasadena. De Holanda is a Brazilian string genius and a fiercely melodic improviser who delivers flashing, exquisitely crafted lines on his custom-made 10-string mandolin-like bandolin. He appears with his stellar trio featuring pianist Salomão Soares—an imaginative improviser whose sound bridges classical, jazz, and the vibrant traditions of Brazil’s northeast—and drummer Thiago “Big” Rabello, who weaves the polyrhythmic intricacies of Brazilian music seamlessly into a jazz framework, driving the ensemble with irresistible energy.
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(Through Fri, Dec 11) Solastolgia Art Exhibition at Carolyn Campagna Kleefeld Contemporary Art Museum, Long Beach. This FREE “eco-grief” exhibition explores the emotional impact of environmental devastation and ecological decline. Featuring work by nine artists across a range of media, “Solastalgia” reflects on species loss, degraded landscapes, the roots of the climate crisis, and the communities most affected.
(Sat, Dec 13) Hermosa Beach Sand Snowman Contest, FREE! Snowmen may be rare on the SoCal coast, but that doesn’t stop Hermosa Beach from making them. At this beloved annual event, participants of all ages put their sculpting skills to the test by building snow figures out of sand. Competitors vie for top honors in various categories before their creations are smashed or washed away. Hermosa Beach shoreline at 15th Street in Hermosa Beach.
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(Sept 14, 2025 to July 26, 2026) Jaws: The Exhibition Los Angeles at the Academy Musuem of Motion Pictures is a FREE to attend admission for children under 17. For adults, standard admission costs $25. The newest temporary exhibition looks at Steven Spielberg’s groundbreaking blockbuster film Jaws (1975). It is the first-ever exhibition of this scale at the Academy Museum, focused exclusively on a single film, and the largest mounted exhibition ever for Jaws, the Oscar-winning film from Universal Pictures. It celebrates the film’s 50th anniversary and revisits Jaws scene by scene, through original objects, behind-the-scenes revelations, and interactive moments.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FREE SUMMER SERIES – MUSIC, DANCE AND FILM
Every Summer one of the greatest things in California is the Free Outdoor and Indoor Music Series in different venues/locations in the golden state – live music and dance FREE to the public is offered during the whole summer every year. Here bellow we cover mostly of these events in Southern California – or at least the best ones!
The Summer Sessions Free Outdoor Concert at the Getty Center in L.A – Each year the series presents a diverse lineup of musical talents, many of whom mix and match musical traditions and genres. The series showcased a myriad of musical styles, from hip-hop, blues, and rock, to Latin boogaloo, Afro-Peruvian jazz, Mexican cabaret, merengue, electronic beats, Indian rhythms, and even Algerian trance music. All concerts are free and no reservations are needed. Concerts take place from 6:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. at the J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center. www.getty.edu
Summer Series Culver City Music Festival – The Culver City re-development agency and the City of Culver City Presents every year the Annual Culver City Summer Sunset Music Festival. Listen to a mix of Jazz, Samba, Bluegrass, 60’s Rock and World Music at the Culver City Hall Courtyard. Bring a blanket, chairs and a picnic basket and get ready to dance the night away with your family and friends! For more information please call 310-253-5716 or visit their website at www.culvercity.gov. Locate at9770 Culver Blvd, at Duquesne. Free street parking, meter parking free after 6pm.
Summer Series at Fisherman’s Village – Located in beautiful Marina Del Rey in L.A area, Fisherman’s Village offers Saturday concerts from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Listen to sounds of Jazz, Reggae, R&B, Funk, Soul, Latin Jazz and Americana Pop. Visit the series website here: exploremarinadelrey.com – At 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey. Free parking for the firsts 2 hours.
Summer Series at Burton Chace Park – The Free Marina del Rey Summer Concerts are held in a beautiful waterside setting at Burton Chace Park. The series features Thursday evening classical concerts showcasing the Marina del Rey Summer Symphony, with Frank Fetta, conductor and guest soloists. On alternate weeks, Saturday pop concerts star celebrated musical entertainers. You are welcome to bring a picnic basket full of your favorite foods! For more information please call 310-305-9545 or visit their website at 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, Parking $5 – beaches.lacounty.gov.
Summer Series at Pershing Square – Pershing Square is an outdoor concert and event center located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. It hosts an array of free programs for the downtown community such as Swingin’ Wednesday, Lunchtime Concerts and Salsa Sundays. For more information call 213-847-4970 or visit their website: laparks.org/pershingsquare. At 532 South Olive, Los Angeles, Parking is $6 on Sunday, $14 on Saturday.
Summer Series at Levitt Pavilion – Stretch out on cool grass on a warm summer evening, gaze up at the stars and listen to an amazing kaleidoscope of music in the peaceful setting of Memorial Park in Old Pasadena. Hear welcomed sounds flowing from most beautiful band shell on the West Coast and – it’s all free! Bring the family, a friend or arrive solo or visit their website: levittlosangeles.org At 87 North Raymond, Pasadena, Public and Private parking, prices vary.
Summer Series at Japanese American National Museum – Located in Little Tokyo near Downtown Los Angeles, the Japanese American National Museum is proud to present the 1st & Central Summer Concerts. Enjoy an array of diverse cultural music as the mission of the museum is to promote cross-cultural diversity and understanding. Reservations are required for all programs and seating is limited. Please call 213-625-0414 to make reservations. Events are subject to change. You may also visit their website www.janm.org. At 369 East First Street, Little Tokyo in L.A. Public and Private parking, prices vary.
Summer Series at California Plaza – Grand Performances presents free performing arts that reflect the best of global culture and inspire community among the diverse peoples of Los Angeles. Located at California Plaza in the heart of the Financial District in Downtown Los Angeles, this spectacular venue hosts an eclectic group of talented artists from all over the world. Bring your picnic basket and enjoy a fantastic evening under the lights of downtown. For more information please call or visit their website at www.grandperformances.org. 300-350 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles. Located at California Plaza, parking is $5 after 5pm on weekdays and on weekends.
The Summer Series at Los Angeles County Museum of Art – LACMA, have admission-free jazz concerts that are presented on the Los Angeles Times Central Court usually between 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. These events feature the art of jazz as practiced by outstanding jazz artists from Los Angeles and elsewhere. The museum has so many things to do at no charge and is really fun for the whole family! www.lacma.org It is located at 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, between Fairfax and La Brea. Parking ranges from $5- $8.
Summer Series at Hollywood & Highland – Hollywood and Highland presents Wine & Jazz Tuesdays in the Central Courtyard. All summer long enjoy wine from a different winery each week and free live jazz presented by KKJZ radio. 100% of the wine bar proceeds will benefit Project Angel Food. For more information please call 323-817-0220 or visit their website www.ovationhollywood.com. At 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood. Enter Highland and Orange. Parking is $2 for 4 hours.
City of Beverly Hills “Summer Nights” – The city of Beverlly Hills offer the Concerts on Canon summer season which kicks off in 2024 with Pride Night! Pride Night featured artists Boyish and Yancyabril are from Music Forward Foundation’s LGBTQ+ Emerging Artists Award program. Custom poems will also be created for guests, courtesy of Brian Sonia-Wallace and the Pride Poets! Visit their website www.beverlyhills.org Thursdays, June 6 through August 22, 6pm-8pm.
City of Manhattan Beach “Concerts in the Park” (Polliwog Park) – Open seating and free to the public. There are no dogs, barbecues or wheeled vehicles allowed at any time in the concert area. Your cooperation to keep our parks clean is appreciated. Visit their website www.manhattanbeach.
City of Hermosa Beach Sunset Concerts – The Hermosa Beach Concert Series will debut in 2024, repositioning the City’s 25-year tradition of free concerts on the beach. The Hermosa Beach Concert Series will take place south of the Pier on the two Sundays following Labor Day weekend; Visit their website www.hermosabeach.gov – September 8 and September 15 beginning at 3:00pm.
Tiny Porch Concert Series at Agoura Hills – The Tiny Porch Concerts’ tradition of sending live music singing through the Santa Monica Mountains continues this summer at the Peter Strauss Ranch. Visit the Website www.tinyporchconcerts.com.
La Cañada Flintridge Music in the Park – La Cañada Flintridge’s Music in the Park Summer Concert Series is held at Memorial Park during the summer on Sunday evenings. Featured bands play a variety of music including rock and roll, blues, reggae, and country. The series opens on Memorial Day Monday with Captain Cardiac & The Coronaries and continues through Labor Day weekend. Visit the Website lcf.ca.gov.
Summer Concerts in the Park at Conejo Community Park, Thousand Oaks – It may get a little chilly in the evenings, but the music at Conejo Community Park is hot! Thousand Oaks’ summer concert series is held on select days from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Visit the Website www.crpd.org.
Janss Marketplace Summer Concert Series at Thousand Oaks – Janss Marketplace invites the Conejo Valley and the community for free family-friendly summer concerts on select Wednesday nights. Kids and parents have an opportunity to eat, dance, and enjoy the music. Visit the Website janssmarketplace.com.
Sun Sets Concert Series at Calabasas Lake, Calabasas – Families set up and picnic before concerts on the Calabasas Lake Greenbelt adjacent to the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center. Visit the Website www.cityofcalabasas.com.
Simi Valley’s Music in the Park – Simi Valley’s summer concert series is held (mostly) in Rancho Simi Community Park. These summer concerts feature musical styles including country and classic rock. Visit the Website rsrpd.org.
Agoura Hills Summer Concerts in the Park – The Agoura Hills free summer concerts are held in Chumash Park. Highlights throughout the summer include tribute bands and a patriotic drone show! Visit the Website www.agourahillscity.org.
Concerts on the Green at Woodland Hills – The summer concert series at Warner Center Park returns for the season. The series opens with No Duh, a tribute to No Doubt and Gwen Stefani. Visit the Website valleycultural.org
Arcadia Summer Concerts and Movies in the Park, Arcadia – Music or a movie? Why not both! Arcadia’s summer movie and concert series are held together. Concerts begin at 6:30 pm, followed by the movies at dusk. All of this year’s movies are rated PG.
Visit the Website www.arcadiaca.gov.
Camarillo Summer Concert Series – Camarillo’s free summer concert series returns to Constitution Park, celebrating Camarillo’s 60th anniversary. Visit the Website www.pvrpd.org.
Concerts in the Park (Moorpark) – Moorpark’s Concerts in the Park are free to attend, no tickets are required. Guests can bring their own picnics or purchase refreshments from food trucks. Visit the Website www.moorparkca.gov.
Alhambra Concerts in the Park – Alhambra’s Concerts in the Park are held every Friday night in July at the Alhambra Park Bandshell. Families can enjoy a fun evening of music, food, and entertainment. Visit the Website www.alhambraca.gov.
City of Glendale Free Summer Concerts in Verdugo Park – Glendale hosts free summer concerts in the north end of Verdugo Park on Wednesdays this summer. Visit the Website www.glendaleca.gov.
NoHo Summer Nights: Concerts at North Hollywood – Free concerts are held in North Hollywood Park on select Saturdays this summer. The evening events start with an emerging artist, followed by a headline act. Food is available for purchase on site, and guests are welcome to check out a variety of interactive art booths. Visit the Website valleycultural.org.
Santa Clarita Concerts in the Park, Santa Clarita – Every Saturday in July and August, Central Park comes alive with music during upbeat tribute performances for the whole family. The season finale features an extended concert with three bands performing. Visit the Website santaclarita.gov.
Torrance Summer Nights 2025 is a summer-long entertainment series offering free concerts, movies and more at parks in the city. The concerts are all held at the Wilson Park Amphitheatre. Guests can bring picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs to enjoy an eclectic line-up of bands on select summer evenings. Movie night locations vary. Visit the website www.torranceca.gov.
La Mirada Concerts Under the Stars 2025 – Returning this year to La Mirada’s Concerts Under the Stars is the “Night Market.” Similar to a farmers market, the Night Market includes 10 to 15 vendors selling ready-to-eat food, produce, and handmade crafts. More info here www.cityoflamirada.org.
Lakewood Concerts in the Park, Lakewood – The Concerts in the Park series offers popular and diverse musical acts. Each concert starts at 6:30 pm in the grove at Del Valle Park. Find out more www.lakewoodca.gov.
El Segundo Summer Concerts in the Park 2025 are held at Library Park. Extra fun includes pre-show kids’ crafts, games, and giveaways in the Gazebo. Food trucks are on-site with food for purchase. Visit the website for more www.elsegundo.org.
Norwalk Summer Concerts on the Lawn, Norwalk – Offers live, outdoor music and games on the Civic Center Lawn. Guests should bring blankets & chairs, and pack a picnic to enjoy. Visit the website www.norwalk.org.
Summer Sounds on the Plaza, Costa Mesa – Argyros Plaza’s Summer Sounds on the Plaza series offers a lineup of live music reflecting a range of global influences found in Southern California. The events are free but adult guests must have a free Plaza Pass to attend. June’s performances are part of the Center’s Black Music Month celebration, highlighting Black artists and creatives. Visit the website www.scfta.org.
Tustin Concerts in the Park 2025 – Tustin’s summer concert series is held Wednesday evenings in Peppertree Park. Concert-goers can pack a picnic lunch or buy food from local non-profit vendors. For more info www.tustinca.org.
Cypress Summer Concerts on the Green 2025, Cypress – The Summer Concert series in Cypress is held Fridays on the Civic Center Green. Guests can listen to music ranging from 80s cover bands to Latin rhythms to country rock. Visit the website www.cypressca.org.
OC Parks 2025 Summer Concert Series – Orange County hosts free weekly concerts at rotating locations this summer. Concert-goers should bring blankets and beach chairs. Picnics are welcome; food trucks on-site, with a beer and wine garden available to those 21 and over. Find out more www.ocparks.com.
Laguna Beach’s 2025 Music in the Park, Laguna Beach – Bluebird Park in Laguna Beach offers free family-friendly concerts on Sundays throughout the summer. More info here www.lagunabeachcity.net.
Huntington Beach Concert Band Summer Concerts in the Park, Huntington Beach – The Summer Series is held at the Thomas Ridley Concert Bandstand behind Huntington Beach Central Library. Picnic dinners and beach chairs are welcome. Visit the website for details hbconcertband.org.
Orange’s Concerts in the Park 2025, Orange – The Kiwanis of Orange save the day, sponsoring this summer’s concerts in the park. All of the events this year are held in the Hart Park Bandshell. Visit the website www.kiwanisoforange.org.
La Habra 2025 Summer Concert Series – La Habra’s free concert series returns to Portola Park for 2025, offering music, food trucks, and family fun. Visit the website www.lhcm.org.
Dana Point Summer of Music Concerts in the Park, Dana Point – It’s two for the price of free! Dana Point’s free summertime series in Sea Terrace Park feature two acts at each concert. Visit the website www.danapoint.org.
Yorba Linda Concerts in the Park, Yorba Linda – Music fans can pack a picnic basket for the Yorba Linda summer concert series in Hurless Barton Park Amphitheater. Returning this year: food trucks! Visit the website www.yorbalindaca.gov.
Irvine Summer Concert Series, Irvine -The summer sizzles at Irvine’s free family-friendly concert series in Mike Ward Community Park. Admission is free and no tickets nor pre-registration is required for first-come, first-served seating. Visit the website cityofirvine.org.
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