Live music in Irvine, CA

Legends of Rock brings their music to Beach city provisions. The event is open to all ages, and pets are welcome.

Rebelution, Skip Marley, and Niko Rubio perform at Pacific Amphitheatre. Tickets include same-day admission to the 2026 OC Fair, allowing attendees to pair the concert with a visit to the fair on the same day.

Live music pairs with pizza and drinks at Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza Store in Irvine, offering an easygoing way to cap the week. This summer series features performances at multiple locations, including Rancho Santa Margarita and Aliso Viejo.

Unwind with live music beneath the summer sky as each Friday brings a fresh sound to the center. This edition features a jazz night with Laurence Juber and Christena Rich near H&M, offering relaxed grooves and soulful vocals. Pick up dinner, catch a set, and let the music guide your evening stroll. Plans depend on the weather and details may change or be canceled without notice.

This event marks a return to Biergarten at Old World Huntington Beach, a favorite Huntington Beach venue for the performers. The lineup includes Tool band Fool, a tribute to Tool.

Experience a tribute to the music of Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson at The Hangar. Each ticket includes same-day admission to the 2026 OC Fair, allowing attendees to enjoy the concert and the fair in one visit.

Paul van Dyk brings a feel-good sound to OC. Tickets are on sale now.

Experience a live Keith Urban tribute as Urban Skies performs at Honky Tonk. All ages are welcome and the venue is pet friendly. For reservations, email reservations@prjktgroup.com.

Fan Halen brings a seaside set of classic rock to SeaLegs on the Beach, channeling Van Halen with lively energy, signature guitar work, and the era-defining hits from the band’s catalog. This tribute performance captures the spirit and sound of the originals in a relaxed coastal setting.

Vinyl Days returns to The Hanger at the Orange County Fair with a refreshed lineup and brand new songs. This appearance brings updated material to the fair, offering a fresh performance from the act in a familiar venue.

The Jeffrey Craig Project performs live on the Plaza Stage at the OC Fair at the Orange County Fairgrounds. This set is part of the fair's entertainment lineup.

The Afghan American Business Excellence Gala 2026 brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, and standout companies for an elegant evening at Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport. Expect a red carpet welcome, a curated fashion show, meaningful opportunities to build connections, and tributes that spotlight achievement. The program features motivating speakers and live entertainment, all in celebration of success, unity, and the future of Afghan American businesses.

Woodbridge Community Park turns into an open air stage for the Irvine Summer in the City concert series, bringing a mix of sounds that span tribute favorites, chart hits, and a symphonic evening. Admission is free with no tickets or pre-registration required. Guests can bring picnic-style food or pick up snacks from local food trucks, then get comfortable with low back chairs and blankets. Seating is first come, first served, and dressing in layers is recommended. Overflow parking is available at Woodbridge High School and at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

KNAC tribute night returns to Stages in Santa Ana with a lineup of tribute acts. FAIR WARNING, a Van Halen tribute, teams up again with WHOLE LOTTA ROSIES, along with sets from OZZY BLOODY OZZY, HOODOO MANIACS, LA CULT, DREAM WARRIORS, HOLLYWOOD SLEAZE, and DARK THOR. This edition marks the first KNAC night in Orange County in decades, and an Attitude Check is part of the plan. The new KNAC night keeps the classic KNAC feel with multiple tributes sharing the stage.

The bill features Rebelution, Skip Marley, and Niko Rubio at Pacific Amphitheatre. Each ticket also includes same-day entry to the 2026 OC Fair.

At Hangar 24 Orange County, a 90s rock showcase pairs a live string section with multi sensory video. The performance delivers new arrangements of familiar anthems from the decade, including music by Nirvana, blending orchestral depth with the energy of 90s rock for an immersive concert experience.

Part of the City of Anaheim Summer Concert Series, this free, all-ages performance features RED HOT TRIBUTE at Pearson Park Amphitheatre.

This all ages event takes place at The Hanger at the OC Fair, with tickets ranging from $27.50 to $37.50.

Dog N Butterfly honors Heart with a high-energy performance that channels the band’s signature spirit and sound. Favorites like Barracuda, Magic Man, Crazy on You, and Alone are brought to life with standout vocals, skilled musicianship, and commanding stagecraft. A full stage production shaped by genuine affection for the music creates a classic rock experience that is both nostalgic and vibrantly in the moment.

This is a showcase of classic rock that celebrates big riffs, catchy choruses, and nostalgic energy.

Musical theatre fans, former choir members, and a cappella enthusiasts come together at ATOMIC Ballroom for an easygoing pop-up choir led by Jessica Wilbert. Open to teens and adults, this one-afternoon workshop focuses on two-part harmony and welcomes all experience levels, provided participants can match pitch. Singers learn a medley from the Broadway hit Hamilton, rehearse parts, refine harmonies, and wrap up by filming a keepsake performance video. To support preparation, participants receive sheet music and a vocal practice track in advance. There are no auditions and the atmosphere is low pressure. Assisted by Chris Fore and Brigitte Bellavoine. Pricing options include $40 pre-sale or $45 at the door, 4 class credits, and VIP Membership at 50% off. Atomic Campus Access Members and teens are $15 pre-sale or $20 at the door.

Redneck Rodeo takes the stage at SeaSalt Honky Tonk with Lola Kristine opening. The show is open to all ages and is pet friendly. VIP seating can be reserved by email.

Experience a tribute to the music of Jimmy Buffett at The Hangar at the OC Fair. Tickets include same-day entry to the OC Fair.

Rebelution, Skip Marley, and Niko Rubio take the stage at Pacific Amphitheatre for a show featuring all three artists. Each ticket also includes same-day admission to the OC Fair.

Part of the Newport Beach Concerts on the Green series presented by the Newport Beach Arts Commission, this concert features Pacific Symphony on the Civic Center Green at the Newport Beach Civic Center. Attendees can bring low chairs or blankets and enjoy their own picnic or purchase food from food trucks. Admission and parking are free on a first come, first served basis, and alcohol is not permitted. The series also presents concerts at Marina Park Community Center.

Downtown Disney sets the stage for RemiX, delivering an upbeat blend of funk, R&B, and feel good classics that creates a lively soundtrack for a memorable night with family and friends. Expect plenty of clapping and dancing as the audience becomes part of the RemiX experience.

Catch a Wave takes the stage at The Hangar at the OC Fair. Each concert ticket includes same-day entry to the OC Fair.

HB House presents music by The Elote Boys. All ages are welcome, and pets are allowed. For VIP reservations, email reservations@prjktgroup.com.

Tricia Freeman & Friends present a mix of classic rock, country, and blues at Campus JAX. Groups of eight or more can attend for free, but please call ahead to arrange. A livestream will be available for remote viewing.

Bandalos Chinos brings a live performance to The Observatory Orange County, and the event is open to all ages. Tickets are available through a general public onsale, with additional access via a Live Nation presale and Citi cardmember options, including a preferred ticket offering. The schedule and any supporting acts are subject to change.

The Phantom returns to captivate audiences once more with a renewed staging. Cameron Mackintosh presents a refreshed production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated musical, which earned high praise from London critics when it reopened in 2021.

Pacific Amphitheatre hosts a concert featuring AJR, The Happy Fits, and Avery Cochrane. Each ticket also provides same-day admission to the OC Fair.

24K Magic, billed as the number one Bruno Mars tribute show, takes the stage at The Hangar at the OC Fair. This live tribute honors the music of Bruno Mars.

Act Yer Age brings an electrifying set to Dick Church's, with a high-energy power trio delivering favorite hits from the 1970s through the 2000s. Expect lively, interactive performances that keep the crowd singing along and dancing. Pair the music with dinner and drinks from the venue to make it a full night out.

Funny Bones: A Trombone Summit brings together a circle of trombonists connected through years of study, bands, mentorship, recording, and friendship. Conceived by Matthew Elton Smith, widely recognized as a drummer, educator, and bandleader whose earliest musical path began on trombone, the concert reflects his journey from intensive study on the instrument to earning a Master’s Degree in Jazz Drum Set from CalArts and building a career across Southern California. The program highlights the trombone community as much as individual artistry. Joey Sellers, a decorated jazz educator and composer and Director of Jazz Studies at Saddleback College, appears as a guiding influence whose accolades include the Gil Evans Fellowship, the Sammy Nestico Award, and multiple national commissions. Abdullah Ebrahim contributes a blend of classical clarity and contemporary improvisation shaped by studies at California State University Northridge and the University of North Texas, along with performances with the Glenn Miller Orchestra. Los Angeles native and new dad Steven Robinson adds a far-reaching resume that spans international touring with John Fogerty, Grammy-winning recording projects, and daily performances at Disneyland with The Straw Hatters, reflecting a career that crosses jazz, commercial music, education, and studio work. Bob Lawrence, a sought-after trombonist, arranger, and educator and former student of Sellers, brings a powerful voice rooted in jazz and Latin music with credits that include Poncho Sanchez, Luis Enrique, and the Latin Grammy-nominated Afro-Peruvian Jazz Orchestra. Bass trombonists Robert Todd and Rose Doylemason round out the brass. Todd’s low-brass work extends from jazz bands and symphony orchestras to brass ensembles, video game music groups, and polka bands. Doylemason’s background includes orchestras, brass quintets, jazz ensembles, and chamber groups across the country. Together they showcase the instrument’s remarkable range. A rhythm section of inventive Southern California musicians supports the summit. Pianist Sam Ross, a Long Beach based composer and DownBeat Award recipient, offers a modern touch and deep jazz vocabulary. Bassist Cole Sainburg brings a perspective shaped by jazz alongside Armenian folk and traditional Japanese music and is active as an educator. At the drums is Matthew Elton Smith, a performer, composer, recording artist, and educator whose connections help anchor the gathering. At its heart, this concert celebrates mentorship, friendship, and shared history, honoring the trombone’s human voice with moments of humor, lyricism, power, and surprise. It nods to tradition while looking toward the future of jazz.

Dwight Yoakam teams up with Los Hermanos Mendoza for a concert at Pacific Amphitheatre. Each ticket also grants same-day access to the OC Fair.

24K Magic takes the stage at The Hangar for a concert. Tickets for the show also include same-day entry to the OC Fair.