Looking to catch some fresh air and live music this August? Anaheim and the rest of Orange County are packed with outdoor concerts and summer festivals worth bookmarking—think tribute bands under the stars, sunset screenings at the beach, and full-day music takeovers with food and family fun.
Anaheim Summer Night Series Under the Stars
Pearson Park Amphitheater continues its Summer Night Series every Thursday in August. Music kicks off at 7:00 p.m. and admission is completely free (though you should reserve tickets in advance to secure your entry). Each evening is set to bring a tribute band performance to Anaheim:
- August 2 – Anything for Salinas (Selena tribute)
- August 9 – Rock with You (Michael Jackson tribute)
- August 16 – Britain’s Finest (British Invasion tribute)
- August 23 – No Duh (No Doubt tribute)
Bring a lawn chair or cozy blanket, pack a picnic, and enjoy nostalgic tunes under the stars. For more concert information, check the city’s official portal and stay tuned for more updates.
Garden Amp Summer Concerts (Garden Grove)
Tucked inside Village Green Park, Garden AMP is Garden Grove’s premier outdoor music venue and a go-to destination for live music fans across Orange County. The open-air amphitheater hosts an eclectic mix of shows every weekend, with August 2025 bringing a stacked lineup of tribute festivals, punk icons, country acts, and Latin legends.
Highlights include Too Short on August 2, the multi-band ROQ2K Summer Fest on August 3 (with tributes to Radiohead, Muse, Incubus, and Smashing Pumpkins), and Yippee Ki-Yay Country Fest on August 10, featuring a Chris Stapleton tribute and sets by The Doo Wah Riders and Dawson.
Other events in August include the massive Days Music and Skate Festival (August 22–23) and tributes to legends like Johnny Cash, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and The Doors across several dates. Check the full August lineup and grab tickets here!
OC Parks Summer Concert Series
On select Thursday evenings in August, you can also head down to Dana Point and enjoy two free outdoor concerts at Bluff Park in Salt Creek Beach
- August 14 – No Duh (No Doubt tribute)
- August 21 – Boy Band Review (Playing hits from top boy bands from the 1990s and 2000s)
Shows begin at 5:00 p.m., with food trucks and a wine and beer garden available on-site. See full details here.
OC Parks Sunset Cinema Film Series
Friday night movie screenings continue through August under the open sky at several Orange County Parks. The Sunset Cinema Film Series has free admission, and this month will feature the following screenings:
- August 1 – Twisters at Laguna Niguel Regional Park
- August 8 – The Greatest Showman at Laguna Niguel Regional Park
- August 15 – Elemental at Irvine Regional Park
- August 22 – Shrek at Irvine Regional Park
- August 29 – Moana 2 at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach
Entertainment kicks off at 6:00 p.m. with pre-show games and activities; and movies usually start at dusk. You can find more details here.
OC Fair Live Music (Costa Mesa)
The OC Fair in Costa Mesa runs through August 17, with daily live performances to sweeten the deal. This month’s music lineup ranges from family-friendly acts to local talent and international performers. The fair’s calendar is jam packed across multiple stages. Get the scoop on concerts at The Hangar here, and check out additional shows and live acts on the OC Fair’s official schedule.
San Clemente Fiesta Music Festival
Head to San Clemente on Sunday, August 10 for the return of the Fiesta Music Festival, a full-day street celebration filled with live music, food vendors, games, and family-friendly fun. The festival spans three stages along Avenida Del Mar and features performances by Tijuana Panthers, The Inciters, Red Devil Squadron, Miki Rae and the Hooligans, and over a dozen more acts throughout the day.
Beyond music, the event includes an arts and crafts market, kids’ zone, and plenty of beverage and food stands. And the best part? Admission is totally free! Getting there is easy thanks to complementary shuttles running from San Clemente High School and the Outlets at San Clemente.
This summer, dive into the vibrant music scene of Anaheim. With a wide range of free concerts and events, there’s no better way to enjoy the warm evenings than with live music and community fun. Mark your calendars and make the most of Anaheim’s end-of-summer concert series!
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