FREE Outdoor Summer Concerts Across The Bay
/ Ronnie SharpeThe Bay Area music scene is as AWESOME as ever this summer with an amazing lineup of choices. Here's the scoop on the coolest FREE outdoor concerts around. Grab a picnic and enjoy the tunes to local music in a beautiful setting.
MARIN
Please join Novato Parks, Recreation & Community Services for our Concerts on the Green series! Live concerts at Novato Civic Green are back, on selected Fridays!
Mill Valley comes alive with Miller Nights - a laid-back evening to gather, unwind, and enjoy the best of downtown.
The Corte Madera Community Foundation will continue our long standing tradition of sponsoring music for the community this summer. Music will be from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM at the Piccolo Pavilion in Menke Park.
This year we will be kicking off Creekside Fridays at the Community Center with food , drinks and a full stage!
San Anselmo’s Live On The Avenue transforms our downtown into a vibrant community hub, offering free live entertainment and relaxed, cozy evenings.
Each summer, we host four diverse concerts in Community Park, where local residents gather to enjoy our Sunday concerts with a picnic, dancing, and a chance to see old friends and make new ones.
Join us this summer for live music, food and fun for the whole family. Each concert will feature music from some of the Bay Area's top rock, blugrass, and folk artists, delicious BBQ by Marinwood Market and a bar for the adults! Don't forget your picnic blanket!
SAN FRANCISCO
It's time for another season of Golden Gate Bandshell concerts to hear free live music performances!!
Stern Grove Festival Association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to make live musical experiences accessible to all.
Music Director Eun Sun Kim leads the San Francisco Opera Orchestra in an afternoon of duets, arias, and more, performed by stars from San Francisco Opera’s 2026–27 Season.
This year’s Concert in the Park promises to be a memorable experience, featuring a dynamic performance stage, an array of activities for kids, and the return of popular vendor booths.
NORTH BAY
We’re bringing you our favorite local artists all season long! Sip delicious wines, dance to the beat and soak in the gorgeous panoramic views of our Olive Hill Estate Vineyards.
This free outdoor concert series features outstanding artists from all over the Bay Area every Sunday afternoon from 2-5 pm, from June 7th through October 4th — 16 shows and FREE for ALL.
Grab your friends, bring the family, pack your favorite drinks, and don’t forget a cozy blanket for Sundays in the Park.
The St. Helena Summer Concert Series returns Wednesday, June 17th! This year we are returning with 8 weeks of music this summer.
Close out the summer season with an incredible celebration of Sonoma County's music scene at the Sonoma County Super Jam. Featuring The Pulsators alongside a lineup of beloved local artists and special guests, this free concert transforms Courthouse Square into the ultimate community gathering place.
Eight years running, the Railroad Square Music Festival is a FREE day of music in Santa Rosa's Railroad Square.
SOUTH BAY
Downtown Mountain View will pulse with energy as top music acts take the stage, filling the air with incredible sounds.
Downtown Mountain View will pulse with energy as top music acts take the stage, filling the air with incredible sounds.
Gather your family and friends, dance under the summer sun, and grab food and treats available for purchase. Please note that alcohol is not permitted. Bands, locations, and food options are subject to change.
Concerts will run every Thursday night beginning July 9 running through August 27, 2026. Bands play 6:30 - 8:00pm
EAST BAY
Live Music Fridays brings the groove to your weekend with Bay Area and Oakland-based jazz, funk, and soul artists performing live every Friday from 5 PM to 8 PM.
The concert series connects families and friends while providing a free, fun-filled event that has become an Oakley summer tradition.
Free outdoor music concert in Todos Santos Plaza on Thursday nights along with the Farmers’ Market. Enjoy a great line-up of wonderful local musicians playing Salsa, jazz, zydeco, blues, and more.
Our outdoor concert venue is at the corner of Park Place and Washington Avenue in historic downtown Point Richmond.
The 2026 Live in The Laurel concert series continues on Sunday, June 21, with an unforgettable evening of music featuring Orchestra Gold Unplugged at Degrees Plato Tap Room Bottle Shop & Kitchen (4251 MacArthur Blvd.) in Oakland’s Laurel District.
The City of Albany Concerts in the Park series is a free, family-friendly event held at Memorial Park on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm during the summer.
For over 20 years, the Old Town Pittsburg Car Show has been a downtown tradition, happening every Thursday throughout the summer. The streets of Old Town come alive with classic, vintage, and custom vehicles, accompanied by lively music, food, and community energy.
The City of Albany Concerts in the Park series is a free, family-friendly event held at Memorial Park on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm during the summer.
The Rockridge District welcomes you enjoy the local wares, fine dining, savory sweets, and delicious drinks you can only find in this magical district.
The City of Albany Concerts in the Park series is a free, family-friendly event held at Memorial Park on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm during the summer.
For over 20 years, the Old Town Pittsburg Car Show has been a downtown tradition, happening every Thursday throughout the summer. The streets of Old Town come alive with classic, vintage, and custom vehicles, accompanied by lively music, food, and community energy.
The City of Albany Concerts in the Park series is a free, family-friendly event held at Memorial Park on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm during the summer.
The Berkeley Old Time Music Convention is a five day music festival featuring performances by local and national acts, a rollicking square dance, open cabaret, and the illustrious stringband contest in venues throughout Berkeley.
Bring a picnic, chairs or blanket. View the Lafayette Chamber’s Dining Guide for takeout suggestions!
Join us for our 9th annual celebration of world-class Blues musicians, a myriad of local craft breweries, and smoking BBQ vendors. Chris Cain, Terrie Odabi, and Aki Kumar Blues Jam will headline on the main stage.
PENINSULA
For classical music lovers and anyone who appreciates the beauty of live performance, Redwood City’s Classical Music Concert is a must-see!
Pub in the Park offers just that for four Saturdays this summer, on May 31, July 12, August 2 and September 6, transforming Red Morton Park into the perfect hangout spot.
It's time again for the Sounds of Summer in Holbrook Palmer Park! Jun 18, Jul 16, and Aug 20 from 6pm to 8pm
Enjoy the beautiful summer weather while listening to live music performances by talented local artists from the water's edge of the Redwood Shores lagoon. In addition to the music, we will have a food truck on site for you can grab some tasty eats while enjoying the music and the company of your friends and family.
Check back soon for the talented line-up coming for the 2025 Summer Concert Series. Each concert will take place on Friday evenings in August in San Bruno City Park.

Jazz and Blues by the Bay is back! This summertime concert series is famous for great music, stunning views and is a great time to spend with family and friends.