Live music in Downey, CA

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Live music this week

12 shows across Downey this week. All events →

Saturday, August 8 5 shows
  • 1am

    Summer Music

    Off Boardwalk Theater, 429 Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Shoreline Village presents a free summer concert series with live music every weekend, showcasing many of the area’s standout performers across a wide range of styles. Expect R&B, jazz, funk, cumbia, pop, roots reggae, Caribbean rhythms, rock en Español, dance music, country honky tonk, 80s and 90s favorites, and tribute acts. The lineup features In the Red with pop and Catfish and the Hollywood Hound Dogs with blues. Performances take place at the Off Boardwalk Theater by the Funnel House. Admission is free and no tickets are required. Parking is available for an additional fee, with discounts offered when you validate your ticket at participating shops or restaurants. Updates are shared on the event page for those who select interested or going.

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  • 5:30pm

    KNAC NIGHT w/FAIR WARNING-WHOLE LOTTA ROSIES

    Stages, 604 E Dyer Rd, Santa Ana · verified Aug 2
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    KNAC Night returns to Stages in Santa Ana, marking the first Orange County edition in many years. FAIR WARNING, a Van Halen tribute experience, teams up again with WHOLE LOTTA ROSIES for a full evening of rock tributes. The lineup also features OZZY BLOODY OZZY, HOODOO MANIACS, LA CULT, DREAM WARRIORS, HOLLYWOOD SLEAZE, and DARK THOR. Presented as the new KNAC with the classic KNAC night spirit, the show brings the attitude fans remember... with an Attitude Check in the mix.

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  • 7pm

    Depeche Mode and more

    Gaslamp Music + Bar + Kitchen, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach · verified Aug 7
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    Celebrate the sounds of classic synth pop with a tribute showcase at Gaslamp Long Beach. Ultra MODE honors Depeche Mode, SUBSTANCE revives New Order, and YAZRASURE salutes the music of Yaz and Erasure. Tickets cover admission only, and table seating requires a separate dinner reservation.

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  • 7pm

    Reo Dreamwagon, a Live Tribute to Reo Speedwagon

    Art Theatre Long Beach, 2025 E 4th St, Long Beach · verified Aug 6
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    REO Dreamwagon brings the arena rock spirit of REO Speedwagon to the Art Theatre of Long Beach, channeling the classic 70s and 80s era with favorites like Keep On Loving You and Roll with the Changes. This Southern California tribute delivers soaring vocals, standout guitar work, rich keys, and a driving groove for a true singalong experience. The lineup features Patrick on vocals, Mykael on guitar, Robert on bass, Andy on keys, Joe on drums, and Kelly and Michelle on backing vocals, capturing the heart and scale of the originals. Beer, wine, and food will be available.

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  • 8pm

    Little River Band

    Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, Cerritos · verified Aug 2
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    Little River Band brings a high energy rock and roll concert to Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, showcasing the smooth harmonies that defined their sound. The set features beloved songs such as Reminiscing, Cool Change, and Lonesome Loser, along with other Top 10 hits. Expect rich vocals, tight arrangements, and seasoned musicianship that highlight why Glenn Frey of the Eagles once praised them as one of the finest singing bands.

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Sunday, August 9 2 shows
  • 12pm

    Tech Me 2 Da Beach 9 Year Anniversary White Party

    Rosie's Dog Beach, 5000 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach · verified Jul 31
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    Green Life Ent. and AYAMTERRAIN celebrate nine years of Tech Me 2 Da Beach with an all-white party at Rosie’s Dog Beach in Long Beach. The lineup features JJ Flores from Chicago, Big Cee representing DEEP-LA, and San Diego’s DISCOPENNYLANE, supported by residents DJ !M:M£ and Darin Westcott from Green Life Ent. along with Holliday from AYAMTERRAIN. Expect vendors on site, food and drinks from Big Will’s Foodies & Beverage, and a live art show. Attendees are asked to follow beach guidelines by avoiding beer bottles, using plastic red cups for beverages, packing out all trash, and cleaning up their area. Smoking is not permitted, with a 420 exception noted in the announcement. The details also mention beach chairs, towels or blankets, and easy-up canopies.

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  • 8pm

    Mpz Trio Live

    Gallaghers Pub & Grill , 2751 E Broadway, Long Beach · verified Jul 31
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    Mpz trio will perform a live set.

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Tuesday, August 11 3 shows
  • 6pm

    The Emperors

    The Shell , 4901 E 7th St, Long Beach · verified Aug 3
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    The Emperors bring a high-energy classic rock show to the historic Shell as part of the Summer at the Shell Tuesdays Concert in the Park Series. Celebrated across Southern California for favorites from the 60s, 70s, and beyond, the band sets the stage for a relaxed evening in Recreation Park. The Shell, built in 1929, features more than 600 bench seats along with a broad lawn where guests can spread blankets or use low-back chairs. The atmosphere is family friendly and open to all ages, and admission is free. Pack a picnic or snacks, settle into the benches or the grass, and get ready to dance. The series is presented by Live at The Shell, a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers free community concerts with help from sponsors and supporters. Season sponsors include the Port of Long Beach, Councilmember Kristina Duggan of District 3, Supervisor Janice Hahn of Los Angeles County, the Zaferia Business Association, and Snoofla Sound LLC, which is providing all professional stage and sound equipment. Although there is no cost to attend, tax-deductible contributions help cover performer fees, city permits, and the ongoing revitalization of this 1929 Long Beach landmark. Donations can be made at the event.

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  • 6:59pm

    Karaoke

    Roxanne's , 1115 East Wardlow Road, Long Beach · verified Aug 3
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    Step up to the mic for karaoke at Roxanne's Lounge/Bar/Grill. Pick a favorite song and share it live with fellow attendees in a relaxed, upbeat setting.

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  • 7:30pm

    George Thorogood & The Destroyers

    Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, Cerritos · verified Aug 2
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    George Thorogood & The Destroyers bring the 2026 Baddest Show On Earth Tour to the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. With a legacy spanning more than five decades, the band has powered through over 8,000 performances and sold upwards of 15 million albums. The show unleashes high-energy rock and roll, featuring favorites like Bad to the Bone and Move It On Over for a full-throttle night that celebrates their unmistakable sound.

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Wednesday, August 12 1 show
  • 7pm

    Bandalos Chinos

    The Observatory Orange County, Santa Ana · verified Aug 2
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    Bandalos Chinos performs live at The Observatory Orange County. The event is open to attendees of all ages. Tickets are offered through a general public sale, a Live Nation presale, a Citi cardmember presale, and Citi cardmember preferred tickets. Scheduling and supporting acts are subject to change.

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Thursday, August 13 1 show
  • 8pm

    Laughs Without Borders: Immigration Benefit Show

    Beso, 8312 3rd St, Downey · verified Aug 2
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    Laughs Without Borders is a comedy night with a mission to help families with immigration visa application costs. Enjoy a rotating lineup of comedians, hosted by KhoolAid, with music by DJ Greg C. It’s an in-person event where all net proceeds are donated to individuals and families to help ease legal costs related to immigration visa processes. Note that the show is strictly for ages 21 and up, and doors open at 6:30 PM.

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