Outdoor concerts are back in Los Angeles, just in time for the warmer weather. We’ve rounded up some of the best free events, from the lively KCRW Summer Nights series to the soulful Jazz at LACMA sessions.
Whether you’re into DJs mixing it up or live bands, these concerts offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy music outside. So grab your friends and get ready to experience the vibrant, fee-free music scene that Los Angeles has to offer this spring and summer season!
L.A., get ready to dance the warm nights away with KCRW’s top DJs and musical guests! Their beloved Summer Nights series is back and, as always, totally free. This year, enjoy the vibrant tunes at iconic spots like Descanso Gardens, Chinatown, CAAM, and more. It’s the perfect way to celebrate summer, discover new music, and connect with your community.
Get ready for some smooth music in front of LACMA! As one of the city’s grandest museums, they’re not just about art — they’re bringing the rhythm too. This spring, groove to the tunes of L.A.’s finest jazz musicians every Friday night against the backdrop of the dazzling Urban Light installation. It’s a weekly jazz extravaganza starting at 6 p.m., and yup you guessed it –it’s all free for everyone to enjoy!
Since 1986, Grand Performances has been the go-to spot for free outdoor concerts! But that’s not all, they also offer poetry readings, theater, and dance events in Downtown Los Angeles. With a mission to inspire community, celebrate diversity, and bring Angelenos together — they offer incredible global performing arts experiences at no cost.
Levitt Pavilion
Levitt Pavilion is all about bringing people together through the magic of live music, making sure everyone has the chance to groove and connect. With their vibrant summer lineup of FREE outdoor concerts, you can experience everything from fresh, rising stars to seasoned pros across various musical styles. It’s a celebration of our city’s rich diversity and a reminder that great music knows no bounds. Get more information here.
Off the 405 is Getty Center’s free outdoor summer concert series. Concerts will begin with a live DJ set at 6pm before the main performance. The concerts take place in Getty Center’s courtyard, atop the hills overlooking L.A. Bring a picnic and soak in stunning sunset views and architecture. Admission is free, but reservations are required. Ticket reservations will be released three weeks before each concert on Getty’s website here. Find the full summer lineup here!
Hancock Park, the grassy area next to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s Tar Pits, is hosting a free show every Saturday, from May 23 through Labor Day in September. Visitors can catch a free Latin music show each week, with world-renowned artists from Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Peru, Los Angeles, and more performing modern sounds, salsa, Indigenous music, and more.
Enjoy 108 completely free outdoor concerts across 27 LA County parks this summer. For a true LA-wide lineup, Sounds of LA County brings 108 free outdoor concerts to 27 LA County Parks from July 9 through August 29, 2026, featuring local artists across genres like Latin, R&B, hip-hop, jazz, reggae, country, indie and family-friendly performances. The series is produced by NextFest LA with LA County Parks and offers community-tailored shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.
