Live music in Poway, CA

Kathryn the Grape hosts a lively dance party at North County Mall in the Center Court on level one. Kids can move to live music, meet new friends, and burn off extra energy. Admission is free and the event is open to all ages.

Enjoy a live music bill featuring The Snares and Substitute Gym Teacher, with another act to be announced. Admission is $12/$15.

Jack White performs at The Sound in a phone-free setting created for an in-the-moment experience. All ages are welcome, and a ticket is required for every attendee. Guests younger than 18 must enter with a parent or guardian. When you arrive, staff will place your phone in a lockable Yondr pouch that stays with you. If you need to use your device, visit the clearly marked Phone Use Areas in the lobby or concourse to unlock it, then relock before returning to the performance space. For purchases at the bar or merchandise stands without relying on mobile payment, bring a physical credit card.

Karaoke night brings an all-ages singalong to Novo Lane. Enjoy food trucks on site and a variety of beverages to take the edge off before performing, then share a song or cheer from the crowd. Reservations are available.

House of Blues San Diego hosts Scene Queen: METALICIOUS. Guests of all ages are welcome. Attendees younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, or by a responsible adult who is at least 25 and has written permission from a parent or guardian. Supporting acts are subject to change. Ticket sale windows include an artist presale, a Live Nation presale, Star Spangled Savings, and a public onsale.

Discover a fresh take on San Diego trivia centered entirely on music. Music Game Night sticks to songs and artists, with a brand new theme introduced each week. Look for a hint on Instagram on the day it happens, and preview the experience with a quick demo available on the website.

Turn up the fun with a mashup of music bingo and fast-paced trivia where the playlist becomes the game. Instead of calling numbers, you will mark off songs from across classic rock and oldies to hip hop, country, and the memorable themes that shaped movies and TV. Every bingo card is custom and one of a kind, keeping each round lively and unpredictable. When the last track fades, the quiz kicks in with eight high-energy questions that challenge your brain, fire up the crowd, and give quick thinkers a shot at the spotlight. It is bingo, music, and trivia rolled into one for a loud night that ends on a high note.

Musicians' Club partners with The Music Company for a monthly jam session at TMC San Diego - The Music Company, creating a relaxed setting to play, collaborate, and connect with fellow musicians in the area. The studio is equipped with a drum kit, three guitar amplifiers, one bass amplifier, a keyboard, microphones, and a PA, so the core backline is ready. Participants can submit song ideas in advance through the Jam Session thread on Discord. When selecting tunes, consider whether a chord chart is available, choose songs many people may know, keep the overall difficulty accessible for a range of skill levels, and opt for simpler chord changes when a piece might be unfamiliar. This is a free event, and after room rental costs are covered, donations are shared with TMC.

Pastor Bruce and Claudia De Soto perform at Common Grounds Café on the first Friday of each month, offering a blend of original songs and recognizable tunes. Their performances feature smooth vocals, adept guitar work, and a broad range of styles.

At Fox Point Farms in Encinitas, Sunset Sessions brings live music to the Lawn at golden hour, creating an easygoing setting with plenty of space to relax with friends, family, or on your own. Settle onto the grass with your own chairs and blankets and enjoy a changing roster of local musicians as the sun dips behind the farm. Farm-fresh food and drinks are available across the property, including Huerta Taco Stand, Fox Point Pizza, Harvest Market Café bites, and Haven Farm + Table. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Harvest Market and the Farm Bar offer specials such as $10 margaritas and $5 rotating Fox Point Brewing Co. beer. Make it a full outing with playful tractor-train rides around the farm that include stops to meet and feed some of the animals. Giant Jenga and cornhole add to the laid-back fun, and the atmosphere welcomes all ages. Dogs are welcome on the Lawn on a leash but are not permitted in the Farm or Garden areas.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with live music and dancing.

This open-to-all karaoke gathering features food and drinks at VFW Post 1512 Encanto.

Count’s 77, fronted by Danny Koker from Counting Cars and Pawn Stars, performs with Taz Taylor Band providing direct support. This event is open to all ages.

Enjoy two hours of student-led vocal jazz performed by the choir. Tickets are available through GoFan. General admission is $10 plus a $1 GoFan fee, and student admission is $5 plus a $1 GoFan fee.

Diego Dead appears at Larry's Beach Club for a night of music and drinks.

Spafford brings its adventurous, improvisation-forward jams to Belly Up, weaving long grooves and spontaneous turns through a shared musical language. Their influences range from 90s alt-rock radio to Steely Dan and The Crystal Method, shaping performances that evolve in the moment. The group has built its reputation through relentless touring, sold-out headlining dates, and appearances at major festivals such as Bonnaroo and Firefly. General admission is $25 in advance or $30 the day of the show, and reserved loft seating is $44. Loft and GA tickets are available at the box office, and convenience charges apply to online and phone purchases. The band’s new album Cat Shop is available on streaming services, with double vinyl and CD offered. The vinyl edition includes exclusive demos and a special Fire Alarm Jam available only on that format.

A record sale at The Barrio puts the spotlight on KISS and Ace Frehley vinyl. Browse a range of titles and discover additions for your collection in a welcoming, crate-digging atmosphere.

Enjoy a live concert by Social Distortion at Gallagher Square at Petco Park in San Diego.

Side Traxx performs at Full Circle Saloon in Santee alongside Coe Lewis and Clint August for a meaningful occasion.

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At California Center for the Arts, Escondido, the San Diego Tijuana Jazz Festival presents its marquee program, part of a cross border celebration that connects three cities through jazz, culture, and community. The experience blends free performances outdoors with a ticketed mainstage indoors featuring artists of international renown. The indoor bill includes multi Grammy winning drummer Brian Blade with the Fellowship Band, Latin jazz pianist and composer Danilo Pérez performing with the SDSU Jazz Ensembles, and the seven piece Mingus Dynasty band from New York City. Additional sets come from Lucía and the Familia Gutiérrez and from Charlie Chavez y su Afrotruko. Tickets are priced from 45 to 75 dollars, with a Friends of the Festival premium add on available for 125 dollars.

San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival presents a dynamic lineup across indoor and outdoor stages. Free outdoor performances feature Charlie Chavez y su Afrotruko as well as Lucia and the Familia Gutierrez. Indoor concerts include Danilo Pérez with the SDSU Jazz Ensembles, Mingus Dynasty, and Brian Blade and the Fellowship Band.

Downtown Cafe Bar & Grill hosts Haala, a versatile group featuring Haala on lead vocals, Rob on guitar and vocals, Anthony on bass and vocals, and Bryce G. on drums and vocals. Their show spans artists like Journey, Blondie, Fleetwood Mac, Pat Benatar, Teena Marie, Tom Petty, Janis Joplin, Berlin, Led Zeppelin, and Heart, delivering a blend of classic favorites and well-known hits. The set is crafted for sing-alongs, seat-grooving, or time on the dance floor, with something to suit many musical preferences.

Returning to where it all started, Heaven is Hell brings its comeback show to Hendrix Hall at Rock and Roll San Diego, the venue that hosted the band’s first performance four years ago. The bill also features their friends Syndicate 4. The night will also celebrate guitarist Michael Lucero’s 60th birthday, billed as Mikey’s nameday bash. Admission is $20 at the door, with payment accepted via PayPal, Venmo, Cashapp, or Zelle. Online tickets are available for $23.18 through the Eventbrite link on the event page.

An Olympus-themed ball transforms the night into a realm of myth, where ancient tales stir to life and a divine charge fills the room. The evening features music, creative costumes, and an immersive setting that evokes deities, brave heroes, and fabled creatures. Held at Four Points by Sherton, guests step into a timeless tale of elegance, power, and wonder.

Hayley Williams performs live at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre in Chula Vista, California.

Hayley Williams brings her show to North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, with the performance proceeding regardless of weather. Parking in the unpaved lots is included with every ticket, and general parking gates usually open on the day of the show. Upgrades are available for premier parking in paved lots located closer to the venue entrance. Hayley continues her collaboration with Support+Feed and REVERB to make the tour more sustainable and to create positive impact for people and the planet. Tickets will be available to the public, with a presale connected to HW HQ taking place beforehand.

Part of the Who Loves The Sun Tour 2026 comes to Music Box for a standing-room-only night. Tickets are $30 for advance standing and the same price on the day of the show. Online purchases include convenience fees, and tickets can also be bought at the box office. A delivery delay is in effect, with digital tickets sent to your inbox 48 hours before showtime. Table reservations are available via vip@musicboxsd.com or (619) 836-1847, and the box office can be reached at (619) 795-1337 or boxoffice@musicboxsd.com. Street parking and paid lots are available nearby. All ticket sales are final with no refunds or exchanges, and details such as set times and supporting acts may change.

Rafael Payare conducts the orchestra to launch the new season with a program that salutes the power of imagination. Pianist Yefim Bronfman takes the spotlight in Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 24 in C minor, K. 491. The program begins with Sofia Gubaidulina’s Fairytale Poem (Poema-Skazka) and culminates in Richard Strauss’s A Hero’s Life.

Air Supply brings the A Matter of Time Tour to Humphreys Concerts by the bay for a reserved seated show. Security will wand all guests with metal-detecting devices before entry, and every bag is subject to search. Bags larger than 12 x 12 x 6 are not permitted, and backpacks are not allowed. No outside food or beverages may be brought into the venue. Umbrellas, cameras, and recording devices are strictly prohibited. Tickets are required for all ages, and lap-sitting is not allowed. Re-entry is not permitted after exit. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited. Public onsale, artist presale, and VIP packages are available, including a VIP package presale. All information is subject to change without notice.

Julieta Venegas brings the Norteña Tour 2026 to Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre for a live performance. Doors open before the show. Tickets are offered through an artist presale and a Live Nation presale, with a public onsale to follow.

Daughtry takes the stage for a live performance at Harrah's Southern California Casino & Resort in Valley Center, California.

Slip into black and white for a lively salsa and bachata social at Tango Del Rey. The evening begins with a partner class led by Kevin and Hazel of Melómano, followed by social dancing to salsa and bachata curated by DJ Amado. The environment is friendly and welcoming. Dress code is black and white. Admission is $20 cash at the door, and a light buffet will be available while supplies last. All ages are welcome, and free parking is available.

Zzymzzy Quartet brings a live set of acoustic swing to the sheltered outdoor patio at Nates Garden Grill. Enjoy lively tunes alongside tasty biscuits. Admission is free.

At House of Ireland, participants can explore Irish tunes at an approachable pace in a welcoming setting. The session is hosted by Judy Carlstrom and centers on learning and playing together. A tune list is available for reference. A suggested donation of $5 is requested.

An outdoor, family-friendly dance gathering unfolds beneath the tree canopy at San Dieguito County Park, Site 7. The experience begins with an opening circle, moves into a two hour music journey in a silent disco format guided by local and international DJs, often includes the resonant tones of a didgeridoo, and concludes with a closing circle. Fifty wireless headsets are available on a first come, first served basis and are included with a donation, and participants may also stream the set to a phone and use their own earbuds. In warm, dry weather, picnicking often follows. The dance takes place on a spacious, grassy field with room to spread out and shade from surrounding trees. Children are welcome and play for free. A park entry fee is required. A donation of $15 to $20 is requested to support the gathering, payable by cash, Venmo, or PayPal. This community meets in the park on the first, third, and fifth Sundays, and in the studio on the second and fourth Sundays.

A free kids live music performance featuring Kathryn the Grape offers an upbeat, interactive experience for children and their families at North County Mall. Located at Center Court on Level 1, it provides a fun setting to make memories together.

Paul and Brian perform at O'Sullivan's Irish Pub & Restaurant Escondido. Following the clock change, the start returns to the venue’s summer schedule.

All ages are welcome for this show. Dinner and drinks are available at the connected restaurant, West Coast Tavern, making it easy to plan a pre-show or post-show stop. Parking is available in the structure directly across the street, and your ticket fee includes validation that can be redeemed at the venue. All times are subject to change. Ticket access includes a public onsale, Live Nation, Spotify, and Citi Cardmember presales, and Citi Cardmember Preferred tickets.

Grey Day Tour 2026 brings $uicideboy$ to North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre with Shoreline Mafia and more. The event takes place rain or shine. Parking in the unpaved lots is included with every ticket, and upgrades are offered for premier spaces in the paved lots closer to the entrance. The tour partners with PLUS1 to support mental health, with Live Nation contributing one dollar from each ticket to the PLUS1 Mental Health Fund.

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus marks 20 years of Don't You Fake It with a performance in the Voodoo Room at House of Blues San Diego. This event welcomes all ages. Attendees younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, or by a responsible adult who is at least 25 and has written permission from a parent or guardian. Details, including any supporting acts, may change without notice.

OB-oke brings a local twist to karaoke at Winston's in Ocean Beach. Pronounced Oh-Bee-Oh-Key, this energetic night invites aspiring rock stars to step onto the full stage, sing their favorites, and enjoy cold beverages along the way. A powerful PA, a dedicated sound engineer, and host K-rud support performers of all experience levels, while stage lights, a disco ball, and fog effects turn each turn at the mic into a mini show. $5 drink specials are available all night. Seasoned San Diego vocalists often make appearances, and newcomers are welcome to take the spotlight too.

Metallica’s music is reimagined by string quartet Range Ensemble in a candlelit setting at the San Diego Natural History Museum. This Candlelight program blends live performance and atmosphere for a multi sensory experience. The set may feature One, Enter Sandman, Fade to Black, The Unforgiven, Sad But True, Seek & Destroy, For Whom the Bell Tolls, Whiskey in the Jar, Master of Puppets, and Nothing Else Matters. The performance lasts 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show, and there is no entry once it starts. Seating within each zone is assigned on a first come, first served basis, and the venue is ADA compliant. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Multiple showtimes are available. This is a tribute event and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.

Chad Gray takes the stage at House of Blues San Diego for a live performance in San Diego, California. Guests of any age may attend. Anyone under 18 must be with a parent or guardian, or with a responsible adult who is at least 25 years old and carries written permission from a parent or guardian. Set times and any opening performers may change.

Australian indie-rock band Rum Jungle brings the Marginalia North American Tour to Voodoo Room at House of Blues in San Diego. Fresh from a breakout international run with sold-out shows across the UK, Europe, and back home, the group has built a devoted following for catchy guitar lines, kinetic energy, and unguarded songwriting. The tour arrives alongside new music from their upcoming second album, Marginalia, including the singles Coal Dust, What’s Next, and Lowlife. Crafted during a reflective period, the new tracks broaden their sound while preserving the punch and melodic focus that first resonated with listeners. Onstage, Rum Jungle blends driving indie-rock urgency with big singalong moments, turning the room into a shared release. With momentum growing across North America, this run represents their largest headlining tour in the region to date.

A fresh spin on trivia awaits with a music-focused game night that blends Music Bingo with a follow-up trivia round. Each week brings a brand new theme, and a hint is shared on Instagram the day of the event. For a quick preview of how it works, a short demo is available on the website.

Plini brings the An Unnameable Desire North American Tour to Music Box, joined by Night Verses and Portraits. This is a standing room only show unless otherwise noted. Tickets are $32 in advance and $34 on the day of the show, and online purchases include convenience fees. A delivery delay applies, with digital tickets sent to your inbox 48 hours before the event. Tickets are also available at the box office. For table reservations, contact vip@musicboxsd.com or call (619) 836-1847. For box office assistance, reach (619) 795-1337 or boxoffice@musicboxsd.com. Street parking and paid lots are available. All ticket sales are final, and set times or supporting acts may change.