The bay, the sea, the "Green", the park -- these are all free venues for summertime concerts, those joyous affairs when spirits, music, and good vibes all expand and rise into the atmosphere in a riotous celebration of long days and hot nights.
San Diego Free Summer Concerts
- Chula Vista Music in the Park
- Annually:June - August
- Day & Time:Sundays, 5-6:30 p.m
- Description:Music In The Park offers a variety of musical sounds in three Chula Vista parks beginning memorial day. Bands will play music ranging from patriotic, R&B and Latin jazz to Big Band, blues and oldies. The schedule comes out in May, so please check back then.
- Admission:Free
- Park 1:Salt Creek Park Recreation Center, 2710 Otay Lakes Road
- Park 2:Veterans Park, 785 East Palomar St
- Park 3:Memorial Park, 373 Park Way
- Phone:619-585-5682
- Website:www.chulavista.com
- Coronado Summer Concerts in the Park
- Annually:May - September, Memorial Day through Labor Day
- Day & Time:Sundays at 6 p.m
- Description:A special community tradition in Coronado is going to summer concerts in the park. Pack your dinner and get there early to enjoy memorable music, children playing and many of the locals dancing the evening away.
- Admission:Free
- Location:Spreckels Park
- Address:Orange Avenue and 6th Street, Coronado, CA 92118
- Phone:619-435-7242
- Website:www.coronadovisitorcenter.com
- Del Mar Summer Concert Series
- Annually:July - September
- Day & Time:Fridays, 7 and 7:30 p.m. (after last race).
- Description:One of the top concert series in San Diego, the Del Mar Summer Twilight Concerts are great place to enjoy the sunset. Make sure to bring blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic to the Del Mar Powerhouse Park, but come early because it gets crowded.
- Admission:Free
- Location:Del Mar Powerhouse Park
- Address:1600 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA
- Website:www.delmarscene.com
- Encinitas Sunday Concerts by the Sea
- Annually:June - August
- Day & Time:Sundays, 3-5 p.m.
- Description:Usually a mix of Reggae, Rock and Pop, the Encinitas Sunday Concerts by the Sea give you an opportunity to kick back, relax and enjoy some beautiful music on the coastline. Check back for 2009 schedule updates.
- Admission:Free
- Location:Moonlight State Beach
- Address:200 B Street (at 4th), Encinitas, CA
- Phone:760-633-2740
- Website:www.adamsaveonline.com
- Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay
- Annually:July - October
- Upcoming Date:TBD
- Description:No summer is complete without an outdoor concert, and the schedule is always full for the annual Humphrey’s Concerts by the Bay, located between Humphrey’s Restaurant and Humphrey’s Half Moon Inn. This 1,400 seat outdoor theatre has featured entertainment from rock and jazz to comedy, blues, folk and international music since 1982. The rules include no food, beverages, umbrellas, cameras, camera phones, or recording devices. Tickets are required for all ages. Please check back next March for a peek at the 2009 line-up.
- Admission:Free
- Location:Humphrey’s Restaurant and Humphrey’s Half Moon Inn
- Phone:619-656-1500
- Website:www.humphreysconcerts.com
- International Summer Organ Festival
- Annually:June - August
- Upcoming Date:Mondays, 7:30 p.m.
- Description:Come and see the world’s largest outdoor pipe organ (4,530 pipes) played by world renowned concert and theater organists at the San Diego International Summer Organ Festival in Balboa Park!
- Admission:Free
- Location:Spreckels Organ Pavilion
- Phone:619-702-8138
- Website:www.sosorgan.com
- La Jolla Concerts By The Sea
- Annually:June - August
- Upcoming Date:Sundays, 2-4 p.m.
- Description:Come enjoy La Jolla's free and family friendly concerts by the Sea. Every Sunday from June 22nd to August 31st, enjoy great live music, a fun and friendly atmosphere, and an opportunity to win lots of prizes! Check back for 2009 schedule updates.
- Admission:Free
- Location:Scripps Park, La Jolla Cove
- Address:1133 Coast Boulevard, La Jolla
- Phone:858-454-1600
- Website:www.ljconcertsbythesea.org
- Pacific Beach Concerts on the Green
- Annually:July and August
- Day & Time:Sundays, Jul. 20 through Aug. 10, 4 - 6:30 pm
- Description:Located above Pacific Beach on the south slope of Mount Soledad, Kate Sessions Park in Pacific Beach is an excellent place to take in a fantastic view of Fiesta Island, Mission Bay, and Downtown San Diego while listening to fabulous music.
- Admission:Free
- Location:Kate Sessions Park
- Phone:858-483-6666
- Website:www.pbconcerts.org
- Point Loma Summer Concert Series
- Annually:July and August
- Day & Time:Fridays, 6-8 p.m.
- Description:Enjoy great jazz music at the Point Loma Summer Concerts at Point Loma Park, home to the Point Loma Litle League Team. Make sure to bring a blanket or chairs and get there early as it fills up quickly. Also note that box dinners are available at the concert. Just make sure to call them in by noon on the day of the concert. Beverage service will also be provided by the Peninsula Lions Club.
- Admission:Free
- Location:Point Loma Park
- Address:1049 Catalina Boulevard, between Pt. Loma Avenue and Talbot/Hill Streets
- Website:www.plconcerts.org
- Seaport Village Concerts
- Annually:June - August
- Day & Time:1-4 p.m., mostly on Sundays
- Description:Get ready to hear some excellent blues and rock music at the Seaport Village Concert Series.
- Admission:Free
- Location:East Plaza Gazebo in Seaport Village
- Address:849 West Harbor Drive, #D, San Diego, CA 92101
- Phone:619-235-4014
- Website:www.spvillage.com
- TGIF Jazz in the Park
- Annually:June - August
- Day & Time:TBD
- Description:The City of Carlsbad presents summer TGIF Jazz concerts in the Park, beginning in late June and continuing throughout the summer. These concerts are presented at various parks throughout the City.
- Admission:Free
- Location:TBD
- Phone:619-656-1500
- Website:www.carlsbadca.gov
- Viejas Concerts in the Park
- Annually:March - October
- Day & Time:TBD
- Description:Enjoy nationally known stars in an intimate, 500 seat outdoor arena at Viejas Concerts in the Park. Past performers include Chris Isaak, Pat Benatar, Chicago, Al Jarreau, Billy Idol, Julio Iglesias, Kenny G, David Sanborn, Earth Wind and Fire, Gipsy Kings, Heart, Randy Travis, Dwight Yoakam, LeAnn Rimes and many more.
- Location:5000 Willows Road
- Phone:619-656-1500
- Website:www.viejas.com
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