21. Long Beach Municipal Band and Concertin the Parks Series
The Long Beach Municipal Band is the longest surviving, municipally-supported band in the country. It celebrated its 100th birthday in 2009. Bring your picnic basket, blankets, and lawn chairs.
Long Beach also hosts a Concert Series with guest bands in various parks and at Rancho Los Cerritos .
When: July through August, various days and times
Where: Various locations located throughout the city
Cost: FREE
Info: 562-570-3524, Municipal Band, Concerts in the Parks
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22. KCRW Summer Nights
LA public radio station KCRW sponsors a series of summer concerts on Thursdays and Saturdays throughout the summer at multiple locations including the Hammer Museum, Annenberg Space for Photography, Grand Park, Chinatown, One Colorado in Pasadena and the Santa Monica Pier.
When: July - Sept
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free
Info: http://summernights.kcrw.com
23. Sunset Concerts Series at the Skirball Cultural Center
Celebrate musical traditions from around the globe. Kick back and groove or get up and dance to a diverse line-up of leading musicians who represent the best in world music. In addition, view all the Skirball galleries for free, dine at Zeidler's buffet before the concert, pick up grab-and-go light fare from Zeidler's Cart, or bring your own picnic dinner to enjoy during the concert.
When:Thursdays, End of July to End of August, 8:00 pm. (doors open at 7:00 pm.)
Where: Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
Cost: Free (Concertgoers must show a date-of-concert Skirball parking stub, Metro pass, or taxi receipt for concert admission)
Parking: $10 per car (cash only), carpooling encouraged, or take Metro Rapid 761, street parking strictly prohibited
Info: 310-440-4500 www.skirball.org
24. Marina del Rey Free Concert Series
Free waterfront, outdoor concerts at Burton W. Chace Park in Marina Del Rey for Symphonic Thursdays and Pop Saturdays. Lawn seating. Bring blankets and low back chairs. Also check the Marina del Rey calendar for weekend Fisherman's Village concerts starting in May and Community Jazz Band concerts.
When: Thursdays and Saturdays, July and August, 7 - 9 pm
Where: Burton W. Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Cost: Free
Parking: Free on site
Info:www.visitmarinadelrey.com
25. Annual Music by the Sea Concert Series
Free Sunday afternoon outdoor concert series with a variety of musical genres overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Bring a picnic, a blanket, family, and friends. Spend the afternoon shopping, listening, and dancing to music.
When: Sundays in July, 12:00 noon - 5:00 pm
Where:Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro
Cost: FREE
Info: 1-888-LA PARKS (527-2757), www.musicbythesea.org
26. Redondo Beach Concert Series
Free concerts on the Redondo Beach Pier. Bring your beach chair.
When: Thursdays and Saturdays in July and August, 6-8 pm
Where: Redondo Beach Pier, Redondo Beach, CA
Cost: Free
Parking: Pay structure at 100 W. Torrance Blvd., Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Info:www.redondopier.comMore »
27. Sundays on the Beach in Hermosa Beach
When: Sundays in August, noon - 8 pm
Where: South side of Hermosa Beach Pier, Hermosa Beach, CA
Cost: Free
Info:www.southbayevents.com/events/concerts.asp
28. Manhattan Beach Summer Concerts In The Park
When: Sundays, 5-7 pm, last week in June through Labor Day weekend
Where: Polliwog Park, 1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Cost: Free
Info: http://www.ci.manhattan-beach.ca.us
29. El Segundo Summer Concerts In The Park
When:Select Sundays, 4 pm, mid June - early August
Where: Library Park on Main Street in El Segundo, CA
Cost: Free
Info: www.southbayevents.com/events/concerts.asp
30. Annual International Laureates Music Festival
The acclaimed I Palpiti Orchestral Ensemble of International Laureates from 20 countries is featured in solo, chamber, and orchestra concerts with a Grand Finale at the Disney Hall.
When: 2 weeks in July or August, various times
Where: Various locations in Beverly Hills and LA
Cost: $Free - $250
Info: 310-205-0511, www.ipalpiti.org