Live music in Newport Beach, CA

Enjoy a party featuring Anthem Road at the Sawdust Festival in Laguna Beach, California.

Mark Wood and the Parrot Head Band bring a set of favorite Jimmy Buffett songs to the Festival of the Arts.

Rebelution, Skip Marley, and Niko Rubio share the stage at Pacific Amphitheatre for a concert. Every ticket includes same-day admission to the 2026 OC Fair, making it simple to enjoy the show and explore the fair in one outing.

Start the weekend with outdoor live music at the center. Every Friday brings a new vibe, spanning upbeat DJ mixes and sing along covers to relaxed jazz and heartfelt vocals. This night spotlights Jazz Night with Laurence Juber and Christena Rich near H&M. Grab dinner, stay for a set, and follow the sounds as you explore. Weather permitting and subject to change or cancellation without notice.

At Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza Store in Irvine, an ongoing summer series pairs live music with pizza and drinks. The experience is also offered at the Rancho Santa Margarita and Aliso Viejo locations, bringing a relaxed, upbeat vibe to each spot.

Catch 2slimey live at The Observatory in Santa Ana. The show is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM, with tickets available through Ticketmaster.

Experience a live tribute to Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson at The Hangar at the OC Fair. Each ticket also includes same-day admission to the OC Fair.

Legendary artist Paul van Dyk is set to bring his uplifting sound to OC. Tickets are on sale.

Enjoy two days of smooth, summer jazz at the Long Beach Jazz Festival. This all-ages festival brings together a mix of classic R&B and hot jazz performances in an outdoor setting on a grassy knoll by the waterfront, with plenty of seating plus food and art to explore.

Vinyl Days is back at the Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa, appearing at The Hanger with an updated lineup and new songs.

The Jeffrey Craig Project performs on the Plaza Stage at the OC Fair.

Mike Ward Community Park Woodbridge turns into an open-air stage for Irvine Summer in the City Concerts, showcasing a mix of musical styles. Bring picnic favorites or pick up bites from local food trucks. Admission is free with no tickets or preregistration needed, and seating is available on a first come basis. Pack low-back chairs and blankets, and dress in layers as temperatures can change into the evening. Additional parking is available at Woodbridge High School and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The season features the music of Jimmy Buffett and The Beatles, Top 40 hits, and Symphony in the Cities.

Rebelution, Skip Marley, and Niko Rubio perform at Pacific Amphitheatre. Tickets also include entry to the OC Fair on the day of the show, combining a concert experience with fair access in one purchase.

Join COIL (Circle of Infinite Love) for an evening designed to help you slow down, open your heart, and reconnect with yourself and others through music, movement, and sound healing. The program includes guided breathwork and grounding movement, a community song circle with easy call-and-response chanting (no musical experience needed), and a restorative sound immersion to support relaxation and integration. Refreshments are available before and after, and complimentary blue lotus tea is served as you gather.

Open to attendees of all ages, this event takes place at The Hanger at the OC Fair. Tickets are priced between $27.50 and $37.50.

Dog N Butterfly brings a heartfelt salute to Heart to The Lido Theater in Newport Beach, showcasing electrifying vocals, a commanding presence, and tight musicianship. Favorites such as Barracuda, Magic Man, Crazy on You, and Alone ring out in a complete stage production that captures the spirit of the originals. Fueled by a true love of the music, the performance blends nostalgia with fresh energy for a classic rock experience that feels alive in the moment.

Catch The PettyBreakers, a high-energy tribute act to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with the show running Saturday evening from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM.

Start Making Sense brings its Talking Heads tribute to The Hangar at the OC Fair.

A one-afternoon pop-up choir at ATOMIC Ballroom brings musical theater enthusiasts together to learn and sing a two part harmony medley from the Broadway hit Hamilton. Facilitated by Jessica Wilbert, a former musical theater performer and violinist, with assistance from Chris Fore and Brigitte Bellavoine, this three hour workshop welcomes teens and adults at all experience levels, as long as participants can match pitch. The atmosphere is low pressure and audition free. Sheet music and a vocal practice track are provided in advance to help everyone get comfortable with the music. During the session, the group will rehearse parts, refine harmonies, and record a performance video to remember the day. Pricing options include $40 presale or $45 at the door, acceptance of 4 class credits, and a 50 percent discount for VIP Members. Atomic Campus Access Members and teens pay $15 presale or $20 at the door.

Jimmy's Buffet brings a celebration of Jimmy Buffett's music to The Hangar at the OC Fair. Every ticket also includes same-day admission to the OC Fair.

Enjoy a free community concert at Bluebird Park as part of Laguna Beach’s Music in the Park series. This show features Missus Jones with a tribute to Amy Winehouse. Bring low beach chairs for comfortable seating. Dogs are not allowed in the park and smoking is prohibited. Drones are not permitted. Displaying or selling merchandise and any form of solicitation are not allowed. Guests 21 and older may have alcohol only when accompanied by a full meal. Please follow park guidelines to help keep the experience enjoyable for everyone.

Part of the Newport Beach Concerts on the Green series, this free outdoor performance on the Newport Beach Civic Center Green features Pacific Symphony. Presented by the Newport Beach Arts Commission, attendees can relax on low chairs or blankets. Bring a picnic or pick up food from food trucks on site. Alcohol is not permitted. Admission and parking are free and available on a first come, first served basis. The summer series presents concerts at both the Civic Center Green and Marina Park.

The lineup features Rebelution, Skip Marley, and Niko Rubio at Pacific Amphitheatre. Every ticket also includes same-day admission to the OC Fair, creating an easy way to pair live music with fair activities.

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

Billy Nation returns to Festival of Arts Laguna Beach with a tribute performance celebrating the songs people know and love. The Festival highlights top Southern California tribute bands that honor music legends, filling the stage with familiar hits and fan favorites that keep audiences singing and tapping along. Guaranteed seating is available in the reserved Nightclub VIP section, which covers entry to both the Festival of Arts Fine Art Show and the concert. Reservations must be secured earlier on the day of the performance, and a limited number of free seats are offered for each show.

Tricia Freeman & Friends present a mix of rock classics, country, and blues at Campus JAX. Groups of eight or more receive free admission, and a call in advance is required to arrange this. A live stream will be available for those who prefer to watch remotely.

Cameron Mackintosh presents a refreshed staging of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s renowned musical The Phantom of the Opera, marking the return of a beloved theater experience. First welcomed with rapturous praise from London critics when it reopened in 2021, this updated production is poised to thrill audiences anew.

AJR, The Happy Fits, and Avery Cochrane share the stage at Pacific Amphitheatre for a multi-artist concert. Each ticket also includes same-day admission to the OC Fair, making it easy to enjoy live music and the fair in a single visit.

24K Magic, the number one Bruno Mars tribute, brings a live performance to The Hangar at the OC Fair.

Act Yer Age delivers a lively set of favorites from the 1970s through the 2000s, powered by a high energy three piece that gets the crowd joining in on the lyrics and moving to the beat. Enjoy the show at Dick Church's with dinner and a drink for a fun night of live music.

At Campus JAX, Funny Bones: A Trombone Summit brings together a remarkable circle of trombonists whose connections span schools, bands, mentorship, recording sessions, and friendships built over two decades. Drummer, educator, and bandleader Matthew Elton Smith leads from the kit, shaping a program inspired by his own early years on trombone and a career that grew through a bachelor’s degree in music and a master’s in jazz drum set from CalArts. The lineup features Joey Sellers, an influential educator and composer whose accolades include the Gil Evans Fellowship and the Sammy Nestico Award, with work performed by ensembles and soloists around the world and mentorship that has guided several players on the stage. Abdullah Ebrahim draws on studies at California State University Northridge and the University of North Texas and experience with the Glenn Miller Orchestra, pairing classical clarity with modern jazz improvisation. Steven Robinson, a Los Angeles native and new dad, brings a wide-ranging resume from international tours with John Fogerty and Grammy winning projects to daily performances at Disneyland with The Straw Hatters. Bob Lawrence, a sought-after trombonist, arranger, and educator and a former student of Sellers, adds credits with Poncho Sanchez, Luis Enrique, and the Latin Grammy nominated Afro-Peruvian Jazz Orchestra. Bass trombonists Robert Todd and Rose Doylemason round out the brass, reflecting deep experience across jazz ensembles, orchestras, brass groups, chamber settings, and more. A creative rhythm section underpins the summit with pianist Sam Ross, a Long Beach based composer and DownBeat Award winner, and bassist Cole Sainburg, whose musical voice is shaped by jazz along with Armenian folk and traditional Japanese music, with Matthew Elton Smith driving the ensemble on drums. The concert highlights the trombone’s expressive range, from lyrical lines to laughter and power, and celebrates mentorship, friendship, shared history, and the spirit of jazz across generations.

Dwight Yoakam performs with Los Hermanos Mendoza at Pacific Amphitheatre. Each ticket includes same-day entry to the OC Fair, making it easy to combine the concert with a visit to the fair in one outing.