Live music in Orange, CA

At Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza Store in Irvine, Friday Night Live brings live music with pizza and drinks throughout the summer. The series continues through August and also takes place at the Rancho Santa Margarita and Aliso Viejo locations, creating an easy way to kick off the weekend with favorite slices and live tunes.

The Soundtrack of Summer brings live music to the center each Friday, inviting visitors to unwind under the evening sky with a fresh sound each week, from energetic DJ mixes and danceable covers to laid back jazz and soulful vocals. For this edition, enjoy Jazz Night with Laurence Juber and Christena Rich near H&M. Pick up dinner, settle in for a set, and let the music guide your evening around the center. Programming is weather dependent and may change or be canceled without notice.

Tommy Newport brings a live performance to The Observatory Orange County, open to attendees of any age. Expect a standing room only setup with general admission tickets. Supporting acts are subject to change. Ticket options include a public onsale and a Citi Cardmember preferred offer.

An 80s-themed night returns to The Post at Rockwell's with Sunglasses at Night performing. The venue is known for tasty food, refreshing drinks, and friendly service, and the party adds extra excitement with prizes for the best 80s costumes and for correct trivia answers. This throwback celebration recurs on the first Friday of every even-numbered month.

At Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport, this gala celebrates Afghan American business excellence with an evening centered on connection and recognition. It brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, and successful businesses. The program features a red carpet welcome, a runway fashion presentation, meaningful networking, recognition of excellence and achievement, dynamic speakers, and live performances. Business owners, professionals, and supporters of the Afghan American community will find a focus on celebrating success, unity, and the future of Afghan American businesses.

Catch The Heretics live at Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach. The show starts at 5:00 PM.

Woodbridge transforms into a live outdoor venue for the Summer in the City concerts, showcasing a variety of music genres. Guests can bring picnic-style treats or pick up snacks from local food trucks. All events in the series are free with no tickets or pre-registration required, and seating is first come, first served. Bring low-back chairs and blankets, and plan for changing temperatures with layered clothing. Performances include tributes to Jimmy Buffett and The Beatles, radio hits from Jukebox, and a symphonic evening with Symphony in the Cities. Additional parking is available at Woodbridge High School and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

KNAC Night comes to Stages in Santa Ana with a tribute lineup. FAIR WARNING, The Van Halen Experience, teams up again with WHOLE LOTTA ROSIES for the first KNAC night in Orange County in decades. The bill also welcomes OZZY BLOODY OZZY, HOODOO MANIACS, LA CULT, DREAM WARRIORS, HOLLYWOOD SLEAZE, and DARK THOR. The night includes an Attitude Check.

Rebelution returns to Pacific Amphitheatre for a three-night run, bringing their distinctive mix of roots reggae, smooth grooves, and upbeat energy. Expect feel-good rhythms and a positive atmosphere from a band with a strong connection to this stage.

A free show for all ages invites attendees to jump into a red hot mix.

Everyone is welcome, as this event is open to all ages. Please note that supporting acts and schedule details may change. Tickets are available through a range of presales, including options for Beach Bunny, The Beths, Spotify, Live Nation, and Citi cardmembers, followed by a public onsale and a Citi cardmember preferred offering.

Indie folk, americana, and singer-songwriter music by Salinas Road at Coach House Concert Hall. The show starts at 8:00 PM, and all listed times are local to the venue’s timezone.

Start Making Sense pays homage to Talking Heads at The Hangar with a high energy, groove-packed show that brings these songs to life onstage. This tribute is built for dancing and delivers a lively celebration of the band’s unmistakable sound.

SKAMANIA Presents: The Pioneers returns to Southern California for an evening featuring Jamaican legends and ska, rocksteady, and rocksteady-preservation favorites. Expect performances from The Pioneers, The Steady 45's, The Dynamics reuniting for the first time in 25 years, and Rhygin Sound with MC Junior Francis. The show also includes Rhygin Sound on the 1's & 2's, a Trojanites segment, and a special live tribute to Don Drummond. Tickets are for ages 21 and up.

A welcoming musical theater pop-up choir gathers at ATOMIC Ballroom to learn and sing a two-part harmony medley from the Broadway hit Hamilton. It is designed for musical theatre fans, former choir kids, a cappella enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys show tunes. No auditions are involved, and no prior experience is required, though participants should be able to match pitch. Singers will receive sheet music and a vocal practice track in advance to help prepare. During the workshop, the group will rehearse parts, work on harmonies, and record a performance video to cap the experience. Teens and adults of all ages are welcome. The session is facilitated by Jessica Wilbert, with assistance from Chris Fore and Brigitte Bellavoine. Pricing options include $40 pre-sale, $45 at the door, or 4 class credits. VIP Membership receives 50% off. Atomic Campus Access Members and teens pay $15 pre-sale or $20 at the door.

At the Downtown Disney District, RemiX lights up the stage with an upbeat mix of funk, R&B, and feel-good classics. The set is crafted for an unforgettable evening with family and friends, with rhythms that invite everyone to clap and dance. Expect a high-energy showcase that turns the district into a lively celebration.

Experience the grand, haunting story of The Phantom of the Opera at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Cameron Mackintosh presents a revitalized production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, with elaborate music, spectacle, and memorable songs. The performance tells the tale of a mysterious genius known as the Phantom who haunts the Paris Opera House and becomes entangled with Christine, setting off a dramatic chain of events filled with obsession, jealousy, and passion.

At the Sawdust Art Festival, this event centers on love that cannot be consumed and on embracing what makes each person unique. It focuses on connections that resist easy packaging and the freedom to be unapologetically weird.

AJR brings a fresh, forward-looking take on pop to The Pacific Amphitheatre. Active since 2012, this independent band with multiplatinum status has grown into a global standout with widely known hits while still carving its own lane. The performance centers on imaginative sounds and memorable hooks.

This all ages event welcomes attendees of any age. Ticket access includes a public onsale, a Live Nation presale, and Citi Cardmember presale and preferred options. Please note that any listed times and supporting acts are subject to change.

At The Ugly Mug, Lilah Juergens presents an appearance that moves between unguarded honesty and sharp humor. A Los Angeles based poet, chef, musician, activist, healer, and transsexual priestess, she shares narratives drawn from life as a bipolar trans woman, reshaping tough moments into stories that connect and restore... with a wink from the other side of the k-hole. There is a $5 cover, cash only. No outside food or drinks are allowed. Ages 12 and up unless otherwise specified.

The event features Dwight Yoakam, a pioneering artist whose work helped expand country music’s boundaries and reach. With more than 25 million albums sold worldwide and 21 Grammy nominations, it spotlights a career that has shaped modern music across genres.